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LRRP Delays Enforcement of New Rules
The new Lead-Based Paint, Renovation, Repair and Painting Program ruling states:- Enforcement of the new LRRP rules will be delayed until October 1, 2010
- EPA will not enforce rulings against any contractor that is signed up for training by September 30, 2010 and they have until December 31, 2010 to complete that training.
LRRP Delay Announcement
In an effort to help you better understand how the RRP and EPA Certification requirements impact your business, we have created this section of our website as a single source of information with access to legislation changes, EPA requirements, lead-safe solutions, certification classes, industry news and supplemental information.
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Common 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, on April 22, 2008, EPA issued a rule requiring the use of lead-safe practices and other actions aimed at preventing lead poisoning. Under the rule, beginning 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.
Full legislation can be found at 40 CFR Part 745, Subpart E.
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To protect against this risk, on April 22, 2008, EPA issued a rule requiring the use of lead-safe practices and other actions aimed at preventing lead poisoning. Under the rule, beginning 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.
Full legislation can be found at 40 CFR Part 745, Subpart E.
Applicable Buildings
- All pre-1978 rental property
- Pre-1978 owner occupied housing
- Day Care Centers
- Buildings with kindergartens with children under the age of 6
- Renovation greater than 6 sq ft per room – interior, 20 sq ft – exterior
Pre-renovation Education Requirements
- Contractors, property managers, and others who perform renovations for compensation are required to distribute the EPA’s Lead pamphlet to homeowners, tenants and parents of children under 6 in schools or day care facilities.
- One (1) person per crew has to have completed an 8 hour Lead Safe Certification seminar & receive a passing test score to become a certified renovator. (This person must be available on site during the work).
- A homeowner doing work on their primary residence is exempt from the law because they are not receiving compensation. However, if it is a rental property the owner would have to abide by the RRP rules because the rent would be considered compensation.
Record Keeping Requirements
All documents must be retained for three years following the completion of a renovation. Records that must be retained include:- Reports certifying that lead-based paint is not present.
- Records verifying distribution of the lead pamphlet (signed proof from homeowner/tenant)
- More on EPA requirements
State Administration
The EPA has the authority to authorize States to administer their own RRP program that would operate in lieu of federal EPA regulations. When a State becomes authorized, contractors and training providers working in those areas and consumers living there should contact the appropriate State or program office as the rules, including those noted above, may change.State Administered listings »
This 1-day (8-hr) class explains how to comply with EPA's Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule. Subjects covered include: health effects, regulations, lead safe work practices, containment, cleaning, training non-certified renovation workers & record keeping. After achieving a proficient rating for hands-on activities and passing an end-of-class exam, students receive RRP Certificates.
Cost $225 per person. This fee covers meals, course materials and exam fees.
Register for the Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) classes that we are offering in your area. Class dates and locations are specified within.
Please contact Nicole Wijnen-Riems with any additional questions.
Click on the below links to see what related organizations are saying and doing about RRP.
NARI — National Association of the Remodeling Industry
NAHB — National Association of Home Builders
AMAA — American Architectural Manufacturers Association
WDDA — Window & Door Dealers Alliance
Vermont Housing & Conservation Board
NWDA — Northeast Window & Door Association
Click on the below links to download more useful information regarding the Renovation, Repair & Painting Program.
- EPA Small Entity Compliance Guide to Renovate Right
- Steps to LEAD SAFE Renovation, Repair and Painting
- Renovation, Repair and Painting Regulations (MA)
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