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Is there one document available that includes the latest version of the Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule, with all amendments added to their associated locations, in complete form, and not including the preamble?
Answer: Yes. Visit the RRP Web site at https://www.epa.gov/lead/answers-frequent-questions-about-epas-lead-renovation-repair-and-painting-rrp-rule Question Number: 23002-19407 Find a printable PDF copy of all frequent questions pertaining to lead .
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Will insurance premiums go up for contractors covered by the Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule that work in homes and child-occupied facilities with lead-based paint?
The practice of carrying insurance to cover work in older homes from potential lead poisoning damages is not new. The RRP Rule, because it sets a clear standard of care and allows contractors to demonstrate that they meet that standard by taking appropriate training and using proper work practices, could…
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I am planning to renovate my home. How can I find a lead-safe certified firm?
EPA has a searchable database to help you locate lead-safe certified firms near you at: https://cdxapps.epa.gov/ocspp-oppt-lead/firm-location-search . In addition, you can call EPA's lead hotline at 1-800-424-LEAD (5323) if you have questions. Question Number: 23002-18044 Find a printable PDF copy of all frequent questions pertaining to lead .
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How much will it cost contractors to comply with the RRP Rule?
Answer: In order to comply with the RRP rule, renovators will incur costs for EPA certification and costs to take a training course from an EPA-accredited training provider, as well as for supplies needed in order to carry out the required lead-safe work practices designed to reduce exposure to lead…
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How long will it take EPA to process my application to be a lead-safe certified firm?
EPA is required to process your application to be a lead-safe certified firm within 90 days of receipt. In most instances, properly-completed firm applications are processed in about one month. Question Number: 23002-17543 Find a printable PDF copy of all frequent questions pertaining to lead .
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If there are differences among EPA's, HUD's, and my State's lead-safe work and housing requirements, which ones do I have to comply with?
You must comply with all applicable requirements. The initial 8-hour renovator training course will teach you how to perform lead-safe work practices safely and effectively in compliance with the EPA Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule and the Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Lead Safe Housing Rule. The RRP…
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What records will my firm be required to keep to comply with the Renovation, Repair, and Painting Rule?
The following records must be retained for three years following the completion of a renovation: Reports (if any) certifying that lead-based paint is not present; Records relating to the distribution of the lead pamphlet; and Documentation of compliance with the requirements of the regulation ( EPA has prepared a sample…
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Does an ethanol producer who sells undenatured ethanol to a U.S. importer who denatures it at the port need to register with EPA under RFS?
See More Frequent Questions about Fuels Registration, Reporting, and Compliance Help . The RFS regulations specify that foreign producers of ethanol for use in transportation fuel, heating oil or jet fuel for import to the US who do not add denaturant to their product, must register under RFS. See 80.1450(b)…
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How can I find a certified renovation firm in my area?
EPA’s website includes a search tool that allows consumers to find certified firms in their area. You can find this search tool at https://cdxapps.epa.gov/ocspp-oppt-lead/firm-location-search . Alternatively, you can contact the National Lead Information Center at 1-800-424-LEAD [5323] for a list of contractors in your area. Question Number: 23002-16209 Find a…
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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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My school district will be performing asbestos abatement in a kindergarten classroom that was built before 1978. Do the asbestos abatement workers also need to comply with the RRP rule?
Answer: Yes, if the asbestos abatement disrupts over six square feet of painted surface per room in an interior, or over 20 square feet of painted surface on an exterior, or involves window replacement or demolition of painted surfaces. If so, the asbestos abatement will need to be performed by…
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Is the volume of renewable fuels a fixed number of gallons? How does this affect an obligated party's requirements?
See More Frequent Questions about Fuels Registration, Reporting, and Compliance Help . The volume of renewable fuel used as the basis for calculating the percentage renewable fuel standards is fixed by CCA 211(o)(2)(B) for certain years (through 2012 for biomass-based diesel and 2022 for other renewable fuels), with volumes after…
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What are the requirements for a foreign producer who wishes to generate RINs for the renewable fuel they produce?
See More Frequent Questions about Fuels Registration, Reporting, and Compliance Help . Foreign producers who plan to generate RINs must register and conduct a third-party engineering review pursuant to section 80.1450. Additionally, such foreign producers must meet the requirements in section 80.1466 prior to generating any RINs for their fuel…
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Can 2009 Cellulosic Biomass ethanol RINs (with a D code of 1) be used to satisfy an obligated party?s Cellulosic Biofuel and/or Advanced Biofuel RVO in 2010? Is there a 20% rollover cap on this type of RIN being used to satisfy the Cellulosic and/or Advan
See More Frequent Questions about Fuels Registration, Reporting, and Compliance Help . 2009 cellulosic biomass ethanol RINs with a D code of 1 that are not used for compliance purposes in 2009 can be used to meet the cellulosic biofuel, advanced biofuel, and total renewable fuel RVOs in 2010. The…
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What is the purpose of the Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule?
The purpose of the Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Rule is to minimize exposure from lead-based paint dust during renovation, repair, or painting activities. This is a key effort in reducing the prevalence of childhood lead poisoning, particularly lead poisoning caused by housing contaminated by renovation activities. This will also…
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