Laws & Regulations
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How do I become accredited as a training provider?
Trainers seeking accreditation in an EPA administered state must submit their applications and fees online through EPA’s CDX system, the EPA’s electronic reporting system: https://cdx.epa.gov . If you have not previously created a CDX account, click “Register with CDX”, accept the terms, choose “LEAD: Lead-Based Paint Program”, and select “Training…
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How do I become certified as an individual in the Lead-based Paint Activities (abatement, inspection and risk assessment) program?
EPA's Lead-based Paint Activities (abatement, inspection and risk assessment) program applies to all states, Tribes and territories where EPA has not specifically provided authorization for that state, tribe or territory to operate the program themselves. EPA only administers the Lead-based Paint Activities program in the following states, and territories: Alaska…
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What if I accidentally submitted my application for the wrong certification? (i.e. I requested firm RRP certification instead of abatement certification)
Contact the CDX Help Desk at 1-888-890-1995 (970-494-5500 for international callers), helpdesk@epacdx.net or use the online chat portal for assistance. Question Number: 23002-37007 Find a printable PDF copy of all frequent questions pertaining to lead .
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It’s been several weeks since I applied for firm certification and I haven’t received my certificate yet. What do I do?
Approvals are sent by email, and occasionally these messages end up in your junk or spam email folder. Check in your junk or spam folders for an email from lead.paint@epa.gov . Your certificate and customized logo are also sent to your CDX inbox, so if you don’t see the approval…
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How can I find the status of my firm application?
You will receive an email from lead.paint@epa.gov when your application is approved. The email will include PDF copies of your approval letter and certificate. Renovation firms will also receive a customized logo and guidelines for its use in the approval email. Applications are typically processed in two to three weeks…
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How does my firm become certified under the lead-based paint activities (abatement, inspection and risk assessment) program?
EPA's lead-based paint activities (abatement, inspection and risk assessment) program applies to all states, Tribes and territories where EPA has not specifically provided authorization for that state, Tribe or territory to operate the program themselves. EPA only administers the lead-based paint activities program in the following states and territories: Alaska…
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How does my firm become RRP-certified?
EPA's RRP program applies to all states, Tribes and territories where EPA has not specifically provided authorization for that state, Tribe or territory to operate the program themselves. Currently, there are 15 states and 1 Tribe that are authorized by EPA to operate their own RRP programs in lieu of…
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Texas SIP: 30 TAC 117.512. Compliance Schedule For Utility Electric Generation in East and Central Texas; SIP effective April 16, 2001 (TXd16)
Texas SIP: 30 TAC 117.512. Compliance Schedule For Utility Electric Generation in East and Central Texas; SIP effective 2004.04.26
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What is the difference between abatement and RRP activities?
Abatement is a specialized activity designed to address lead in the home. RRP activities (including most home contracting work) disturb paint as a consequence of the activity, but they are often undertaken for reasons unrelated to lead issues. For more information about distinctions between abatement and RRP activities visit EPA's…
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When do persons applying for certification as inspectors, risk assessors, or abatement supervisors apply to EPA, before or after taking the third party exam?
Persons applying for certification as inspectors, risk assessors, and/or abatement supervisors must apply to EPA before taking the third party certification exam. For more information about applying for certification as a lead-based paint activities professional please refer to EPA’s Lead-Based Paint Professionals page . Question Number: 23002-33448 Find a printable…
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Can a training provider that is accredited only in an authorized state teach a course in an out-of-state location that would lead to certification in the authorized state?
Because the training provider is not federally-accredited and is not offering a course that would lead to EPA certification, the federal lead-based paint program regulations do not apply. However, EPA recommends that the training provider discuss applicable state program requirements with the authorized state. Question Number: 23002-33460 Find a printable…
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Can a training provider that is accredited only in a federal program state teach a course at a location in an authorized state that would lead to certification in the federal program?
The federal program does not restrict the location where federal program training courses can be provided. In other words, a federally-accredited training provider may provide training in any state, and the resultant certification would enable a person to work in all federal program states. However, the federally-accredited training provider must…
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If a person takes abatement supervisor training, is that person qualified to seek certification as an abatement worker?
Yes. The training requirements of abatement supervisors cover the same topics required of abatement workers and there are no additional education or experience requirements for abatement workers. Therefore, a person who successfully completes abatement supervisor training would be qualified to seek certification as an abatement worker. Question Number: 23002-33451 Find…
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Must employees of federal agencies who conduct lead-based paint activities be certified as individuals? Must their agencies be certified as firms? Must federal agencies pay certification fees for individuals and firms?
Yes. TSCA section 408 generally requires federal agencies and their employees to comply with all federal, state, interstate, and local requirements, both substantive and procedural, respecting lead-based paint, lead-based paint activities, and lead-based paint hazards in the same manner and to the same extent as any non-governmental entity is subject…
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Protecting Our Climate by Reducing Use of HFCs
The American Innovation and Manufacturing (AIM) Act outlines new requirements for listed hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs). This site will inform the public of the phasedown of HFCs as well as serve as a platform for stakeholder engagement.
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When individuals apply for certification in the federal lead-based paint activities (abatement, inspection and risk assessment) program under the provisions of 745.226(a)(1)(ii) by submitting a valid certification from an authorized state or Tribe, how long will the certification last?
The full certification period for individuals applying under the provisions of 745.226(a)(1)(ii) will be three years from the date of issuance of certification by EPA. Question Number: 23002-33445 Find a printable PDF copy of all frequent questions pertaining to lead .
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Public Informational Webinar: Proposed Regional Haze Rule Revisions
slides for RHR revisions public informational webinar
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If I complete an EPA-accredited abatement course and receive EPA certification where am I eligible to work?
EPA runs the federal lead-based paint activities (abatement, inspection and risk assessment) program under Subpart L in all states and Tribes that have not received authorization under Subpart Q to operate their own programs. If you are certified by EPA under the lead-based paint activities program you are eligible to…
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More Than Money: Environmental Projects in Enforcement Settlements Bring Goods and Services to Communities Harmed by Pollution
In addition to taking actions required to return to compliance and paying civil penalties, willing defendants may undertake additional projects that directly benefit the affected community or environment.
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I am a firm and there are no training providers offering classes near me. What do I do?
Many of the 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 PDF…