Benefits of Environmental Reg on Productive labor: lead and mental health

Environmental regulations can help ensure that workers are not exposed to hazardous air pollutants, toxic chemicals, and other potential health hazards. Regulations concerning lead, for example, can protect workers from exposure to this dangerous metal. Even low levels of lead exposure can lead to impaired mental cognition, motor skills, behavior and mood, and irritability. Thus, protecting workers from exposure to lead can help maintain higher productivity levels and mental health. Additionally, other environmental regulations can help protect workers from occupational exposures to hazardous dust, chemicals, and noise, which can also impact productivity and mental health.