Safety Matters
Nzilani is a nationally recognized industry leader in stained glass health and safety.
Disclaimer: Not to be used in lieu of, or as, certification for lead work.
Did you know?
Stained glass pieces are made of individual pieces of glass held by lead strips that look like tiny I-beams in cross section. Lead is an amazingly malleable material, so it can easily be shaped around glass pieces. But, worked with improperly, it can create health hazards.
Create and appreciate stained glass safely
Any artist's studio, no matter what the size, contains materials hidden in plain sight that are core to creation and yet potentially hazardous. Scaling up safety from a few easy steps (for a single artist or a large studio) can help you: "Be Safe. Have Fun. (and) Do Excellent Work.”
Do the work you love in good health.
We’ve done the work
As certified lead and asbestos workers, we’re trained to protect everyone from exposure to hazardous materials. Nzilani President, Ariana Makau, past Board Member and Health & Safety Chair of the Stained Glass Association of America and current Fellow of the American Institute for Conservation, wrote these articles as reference materials for artists and homeowners when having discussions with site hygienists or contractors who don’t have specific experience with stained glass or setting up a studio.
Mitigating Lead Exposure in Stained Glass Conservation
Addressing the e-Elephant in the Room
Old Windows, New Outlook
The Art of Health & Safety: Protecting Stained Glass Workers from Lead Exposure
Are Your Stained Glass Windows Failing You?
