What projects will this apply to?
Any project in a pre-1978 home that disturbs more than 6 square feet of interior painted surface or 20 square feet of exterior surface. While the opt-out provision seems to be going by the wayside, remodelers can still avoid following the procedures if the home is tested and declared to be free of lead paint by a certified inspector.
What training and certification do remodelers need?
Firms must have at least one person on staff who is trained in lead-safe work practices. This requires an eight-hour course provided by an EPA-certified trainer. As of this writing, there are only 62 firms certified to train remodelers. (A full list is available at www.epa.gov/lead/pubs/trainingproviders.htm.) Training costs average $200 a person. Remodeling companies also have to be certified by the EPA. Firms can start applying this month for the $300 certification. The training and certification have to be renewed every five years.
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