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Do EPA’s current rules require inspectors, risk assessors, dust sampling technicians, or any individual who performs lead-based paint and/or lead dust sampling to document any visible lead-based paint deterioration on components and estimate the surface area of deteriorating paint during a lead evaluation?
Answer: It depends on the type of evaluation being done. The work practice standards at 40 C.F.R. 745.227 provide instructions for addressing deteriorated lead-based paint during lead hazard screens, risk assessments, and post-abatement clearance activities. Inspections only examine the presence of lead-based paint and do not consider deterioration. Instructions for…
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Can a training provider that is accredited only in a Federal program state teach a course at a location in an authorized State that would lead to certification in the Federal program?
Answer : The Federal program does not restrict the location where Federal program training courses can be provided. In other words, a federally-accredited training provider may provide training in any state, and the resultant certification would enable a person to work in all federal program states. However, the Federally-accredited training…
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I am planning on sending the pamphlet via certificate of mailing to a tenant who occupies a unit scheduled to be renovated. Does the tenant’s name need to be addressed on the mailing, or is it acceptable to address the envelope to Attn: Tenant/Occupant?
Answer: The tenant’s name and address must be indicated on the mailing. The RRP Rule requires a renovator to provide the “Renovate Right” pamphlet to an adult in each unit. Therefore, the name and address of an adult occupant in each unit must be indicated on the mailing. The renovator…
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What are some of the health effects of lead in children?
Answer : Lead is especially dangerous to children under six years of age. Lead can affect children's brains and developing nervous systems, causing reduced IQ and learning disabilities, and behavioral problems. Even children who appear healthy can have dangerous levels of lead in their bodies. To learn more about the…
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Does a supervisor need to be certified as a worker to conduct lead-based paint activities normally conducted by certified workers?
Answer: No. Question Number: 23002-33450 Find a printable PDF copy of all frequent questions pertaining to lead .
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Can a training provider that is accredited only in an authorized State teach a course in an out-of-state location that would lead to certification in the authorized State?
Answer: Because the training provider is not Federally-accredited and is not offering a course that would lead to EPA certification, the Federal lead-based paint program regulations do not apply. However, EPA recommends that the training provider discuss applicable State program requirements with the authorized State. Question Number: 23002-33460 Find a…
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Can I get the Lead-Safe Certified Firm Logo file in different resolution or in black and white?
Answer: Yes, please submit your request through our contact us page . Question Number: 23002-14639 Find a printable PDF copy of all frequent questions pertaining to lead .
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Do I need to cover a closet door with plastic?
Answer: Yes, if the door is inside the work area. When containing the work area during an interior renovation, the firm must close windows and doors in the work area. Doors must be covered with plastic sheeting or other impermeable material. Question Number: 23002-15162 Find a printable PDF copy of…
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How and where can I use the Lead-Safe Certified Firm Logo?
Answer: The Lead-Safe Certified Firm Logo must be reproduced so that all of its components are legible, including your firm's certification number. The Logo must not be altered or distorted in any way. You MAY -- Use the Logo to identify your firm as an RRP-certified firm. Firms that are…
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How do I get my lead-safe certified firm logo?
Answer: Your customized firm logo will be emailed to you in your certification approval package. Approval packages are emailed from [email protected]. To help ensure receipt of email correspondence, we recommend you add the [email protected] email address to your contacts to ensure it arrives in your inbox rather than a SPAM…
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Who is covered by the new Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule?
The Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule applies to all firms and individuals who are paid to perform renovation, repair, and painting projects that disturb paint in pre-1978 housing and child-occupied facilities. This includes home improvement contractors, maintenance workers, painters and other specialty trades. Question Number: 23002-24685 Find a printable…
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Are there any American Society of Testing Materials (ASTM) standards that EPA considers “documented methodologies”?
Answer: Yes. ASTM Standards are voluntary consensus standards developed after careful review by technical committees which generally include EPA and HUD staff. ASTM Standards relating to lead often reference EPA and HUD documents, just as EPA and HUD documents often reference appropriate ASTM Standards. Although EPA did not specifically list…
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What are the public education requirements for non-transient, non-community water systems (NTNCWSs) that have exceeded the lead action level?
Answer: When there is a lead action level exceedance, non-transient, non-community water systems (NTNCWSs) must post informational posters on lead in drinking water in public places or common areas in buildings they serve. NTNCWSs must also distribute informational pamphlets and/or brochures on lead in drinking water to each person they…
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If a company has several legal entities, does each entity have to become a certified firm?
Answer: Yes, if the corporate structure is such that the parent company is not liable for actions of the separate legal entities. Question Number: 23002-18225 Find a printable PDF copy of all frequent questions pertaining to lead .
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My non-profit organization applies for and receives grants to renovate older homes. We do not perform the renovations ourselves, we hire renovation contractors to perform them on our behalf. Must my non-profit organization become an RRP-certified firm?
Answer: Yes, even though your organization's employees do not actually perform the renovation activities, your organization must be an RRP-certified renovation firm because your organization, through the grant process, is offering to perform renovations for compensation, i.e., the grant. Question Number: 23002-19775 Find a printable PDF copy of all frequent…
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