Lead-based Paint Inspector/Risk
Assessor and Contractor/Supervisor
This course will train (1) individuals who perform, supervise
or oversee the abatement of Lead-based paint; (2) building
owners with property having lead-based paint; (3) governmental
regulatory personnel; (4) public health professionals. The
EPA Lead Accreditation Program began in 1995. This course has
been accredited for licensure. It is intended to help industrial
hygienists, contractors, architects, engineers, public housing
authorities and health professionals effectively address the
issues involving: health effects of lead with an emphasis on
children, work practices, contract specifications, regulatory
compliance, legal considerations, training and protection of
abatement workers, medical surveillance programs, risk assessment,
and the evaluation of re-entry clearance criteria. Various
abatement techniques will be reviewed. Solutions to practical
problems
such as temporary relocation of tenants, site security and
enclosure systems will be addressed.
Lead-based Paint Training
The Lead-based Paint worker training is a 16-hour course
offered to provide lead workers with instruction on safety
and health
issues associated with lead.
Lead-based Paint Updates
The Center for Environmental Studies offers updates for lead-based
paint inspector/risk assessors and contractor/supervisors.
EPA Renovation, Repair, and Painting Initial
This 8 hour course enables a person to become certified under the new EPA rules. Common building renovation activities like sanding, cutting, and demolition can create hazardous lead dust and chips by disturbing lead-based paint, which can be harmful to adults and children. To protect against this risk, EPA has issued a rule requiring the use of lead-safe practices and other actions aimed at preventing lead poisoning. Under the rule, beginning in April 22, 2010, contractors performing renovation, repair and painting projects that disturb lead-based paint in homes, child care facilities, and schools built before 1978 must be certified and must follow specific work practices to prevent lead contamination
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