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Where can I get more information or copies of the lead-based paint abatement application forms and instructions?
Answer: Information regarding certification under EPA’s lead-based paint abatement program is available at https://www.epa.gov/lead/lead-based-paint-abatement-and-evaluation-program-overview . Question Number: 23002-32438 Find a printable PDF copy of all frequent questions pertaining to lead .
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When must I take refresher training?
You must take refresher training before you apply for recertification to EPA. You should begin looking for available courses well before your current certification expires, because refresher courses may not be available in your area on a frequent basis. However, EPA recommends that you take your refresher training no earlier…
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When do persons applying for certification as inspectors, risk assessors, or supervisors apply to EPA, before or after taking the 3rd party exam?
Answer: Persons applying for certification as inspectors, risk assessors, and/or supervisors must apply to EPA before taking the 3rd party certification exam. For more information about applying for certification as a lead-based paint abatement professional please refer to EPA’s Lead-based Paint Professionals page . Question Number: 23002-33448 Find a printable…
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When individuals apply for certification in the Federal program under 40 C.F.R. 745.226(a)(1)(i), how long will the certification last?
Answer : For individuals who have taken courses which included a course test and a hands-on skills assessment, the full certification period for individuals applying under 745.226(a)(1)(i) will run for three years from the date of issuance of certification by EPA. For individuals who have taken courses which included a…
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The definition of “soil sample” at 40 CFR §745.63 relies on certain American Society of Testing Materials (ASTM) standards. Did EPA intend to prevent the use of EPA and HUD standards for soil samples?
Answer: No. In establishing work practice standards for lead-based paint activities, EPA did not intend to prevent the use of EPA/HUD standards. As a general matter, the requirements are not prescriptive but instead state that certain activities be conducted using appropriate documented methodologies. For example, §745.227(c)(3) requires that dust samples…
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What is the timeline for posting the responses? Will we receive an email with notification on the answers or shall I monitor the website for the posting?
EPA will respond to the individual email 1 - 2 days after receipt and will post the questions and answers to the RFA website very soon thereafter.
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How do I register renewable gasoline?
See More Frequent Questions about Fuels Registration, Reporting, and Compliance Help . Manufacturers/importers of renewable gasoline for on-road use are required to register the fuel with the EPA. To register, see: Register or Update a Fuel or Fuel Additive Request under 40 CFR Part 79 . Please indicate “renewable gasoline”…
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Where can I find the public list of registered fuels and fuel additives?
See More Frequent Questions about Fuels Registration, Reporting, and Compliance Help . An online list of fuels and fuel additives registered with EPA is located here: Register or Update a Fuel or Fuel Additive Request under 40 CFR Part 79 .
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How do I register renewable diesel?
See More Frequent Questions about Fuels Registration, Reporting, and Compliance Help . Manufacturers/importers of renewable diesel for on-road use are required to register the fuel with the EPA. To register, see Register or Update a Fuel or Fuel Additive Request under 40 CFR Part 79 . Please indicate “renewable diesel”…
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When do I get an EPA assigned fuel ID/additive ID?
See More Frequent Questions about Fuels Registration, Reporting, and Compliance Help . You will receive your assigned ID after registering your fuel and/or fuel additive with EPA.
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What must I do to be recertified?
Answer: Prior to the expiration of your current certificate, you must take an accredited refresher training course, you must apply to EPA for recertification, and you must pay a recertification fee. Question Number: 23002-32442 Find a printable PDF copy of all frequent questions pertaining to lead .
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When do I apply for recertification?
Answer: You must be recertified by EPA before your current certification expires. EPA therefore recommends that you submit your application for recertification no later than 90 days before your current certification expires. Question Number: 23002-32445 Find a printable PDF copy of all frequent questions pertaining to lead .
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Which refresher training courses must I take?
Answer: You must take an accredited refresher training course for each discipline in which you are certified. The courses must be accredited either by EPA or by an EPA-authorized state or tribal lead-based paint program. Question Number: 23002-32443 Find a printable PDF copy of all frequent questions pertaining to lead…
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What if I do not complete the lead-based paint certification application process before my interim certification expires?
Answer: You must have completed the application process and received a certificate from EPA within six months of receiving your course completion certificate. If the application process is not completed you must retake the appropriate course from an accredited training program and reapply for certification from EPA. If you do…
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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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