Although, as I have previously noted, I am assuming prior experience with foiled glass, but given the toxicity of lead, I felt that I should provide access to information on the proper handling and disposal of lead.The Stained Glass Association of America provides, for a nominal price, both a booklet giving recommendations for safety in a stained glass studio and a DVD on lead safety. There is also a nice summary the issues surrounding the use of lead published on the web by the Australian Government.

As I noted in post 3.5 on Foil and solder since I do not like the fumes generated by soldering and there is also some question as to it’s possible toxicity, I have built an exhaust system which vents the fumes to the outside. It is a simple design using a bathroom exhaust fan and the hose and adaptors used in clothes dryers. I also employ the system when I think that glass dust may be a problem.