Search Frequent Questions

Displaying 46 - 60 of 67 results

• What will happen when EPA receives my lead-based paint certification application?

  Answer: If you are applying for certification as an Inspector, Risk Assessor, or Supervisor, EPA will send you a letter that instructs you how to register for and take the required third party exam for that discipline. If you are applying for certification as a Project Designer or Worker, EPA…

  • Last published: October 31, 2024

• When must I apply for certification?

  You must complete the application process, including the third party exam (if required for your discipline), before the expiration date of your interim certification. Submit your application for certification to EPA within 30 days of completing your initial training course so that you have plenty of time to take the…

  • Last published: October 31, 2024

• If a person purchases a house and plans to conduct a lead abatement before moving his or her family into the house, is that person subject to regulatory requirements (training, certification, work practice standards, etc.) at 40 C.F.R. 745 Subpart L?

  Answer: No. If the person intends to perform lead abatement himself, owns the home, intends to use the home as a residence for himself or his immediate family, and a child with an elevated blood lead level (EBL) will not reside in or occupy the home, then the person is…

  • Last published: November 4, 2024

• Do I ever need to be recertified for lead-based paint abatement?

  Answer: Yes, you must be recertified every three or five years. Your EPA certificate will indicate when your certification expires. See the Recertification Fact Sheet for further information. Question Number: 23002-32437 Find a printable PDF copy of all frequent questions pertaining to lead .

  • Last published: November 4, 2024

• I took a lead-based paint activities course accredited by an authorized State, but I’m seeking certification from EPA. What must I submit?

  Answer: Individuals seeking EPA certification under the provisions of 745.226(a)(1)(ii) may take courses accredited by authorized States or Tribes. However, they must also complete their certification in the authorized State or Tribe and submit a valid lead-based paint activities certification from the authorized State or Tribe when applying for EPA…

  • Last published: November 4, 2024

• For initial certification, the Federal program allows individuals to obtain their training through either the Federal program or a Federally authorized State or Tribal Program. When applying for recertification in the Federal program, what types of accreditation are acceptable for refresher courses?

  Answer: For the refresher training requirement, an individual can take courses that are accredited by either the Federal program or an EPA-authorized State or Tribal program. While the regulatory language regarding recertification does not specify whether “accredited refresher training course” includes courses accredited by EPA-authorized States and Territories, this interpretation…

  • Last published: November 5, 2024

• 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…

  • Last published: November 4, 2024

• I have hired a firm to renovate my home, but now I am concerned about whether the firm is a lead-safe certified firm. How can I find out?

  Answer: 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 . It is possible that your firm is not yet listed on EPA's web site, but is certified. If you do not find your firm on EPA's web site, you should call EPA's…

  • Last published: November 4, 2024

• Does the Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule apply to states and local governments?

  Answer: The RRP Rule requires that renovators are trained in the use of lead safe work practices, that renovators and firms be certified, that providers of renovation training be accredited, and that renovators follow specific work practice standards. After April 22, 2010 contractors (including renovation, repair and painting workers, plumbers…

  • Last published: November 5, 2024

• If a person is the principal instructor or guest instructor for an initial or refresher course for one of the disciplines, can that person rely on his or her instruction of the course to fulfill the training requirement for certification in that discipline.

  Answer: No. A person who is a principal instructor or guest instructor for a course may not rely on that course to fulfill requirements for certification. The requirements at 745.226(b)(1)(i) and (c)(1)(i) say that to become certified a person must “successfully complete an accredited course in the appropriate discipline and…

  • Last published: November 12, 2024

• I am a firm and there are no training providers offering classes near me. What do I do?

  Answer: More than 340 EPA-accredited training providers have indicated to EPA that they are willing to travel to offer training classes. You can find a list of training providers, including those who are willing to travel, by using EPA's search tool at https://cdxapps.epa.gov/ocspp-oppt-lead/training-search . Question Number: 23002-17981 Find a printable…

  • Last published: November 5, 2024

• I operate a renovation firm and I have heard that my state will adopt its own lead Renovation, Repair and Painting program. Do I have to also be certified by EPA?

  Answer: If you work in a state authorized by EPA to run their own renovation program, you should contact them for information on their certification requirements. If you work in a state where EPA administers the renovation program your firm needs to be certified by EPA. Please refer to the…

  • Last published: November 19, 2024

• When applying for recertification in the Federal program, what types of accreditation are acceptable for refresher courses?

  For the refresher training requirement, an individual can take courses that are accredited by either the Federal program or an EPA-authorized State or Tribal program. While the regulatory language regarding recertification does not specify whether “accredited refresher training course” includes courses accredited by EPA-authorized States and Territories, this interpretation is…

  • Last published: November 21, 2024

• How do I apply for certification as an individual under the lead-based paint abatement program?

  Answer: Application for certification is done online . You must have the following materials available in order to apply: PDF copy of your course completion certificate. Passport photograph (JPG format preferred). Credit card, debit card, or information needed to complete an ACH payment of the applicable fee. PDF copies of…

  • Last published: January 13, 2025

• How do I apply for recertification as an individual under the lead-based paint abatement program?

  Answer: Application for recertification is done online . You must take an accredited refresher training course and then be prepared to attach the following when completing your online application: PDF copy of your course completion certificate. Passport photograph (JPG format preferred). Credit card, debit card, or information needed to complete…

  • Last published: January 13, 2025