Laws & Regulations
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What will happen when EPA receives my lead-based paint activities (abatement, inspection and risk assessment) program certification application?
If you are applying for certification as an lead-based paint inspector, lead-based paint risk assessor, or abatement 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…
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What if I do not complete the lead-based paint activities (abatement, inspection and risk assessment) program certification application process before my interim certification expires?
You must have completed the application process and received a certificate from EPA within six months of receiving your course completion certificate. If the application process is not completed you must retake the appropriate course from an accredited training program and reapply for certification from EPA. If you do not…
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When do I apply for recertification under the lead-based paint activities (abatement, inspection and risk assessment) program?
You must be recertified by EPA before your current certification expires. EPA therefore recommends that you submit your application for recertification no later than 90 days before your current certification expires. Question Number: 23002-32445 Find a printable PDF copy of all frequent questions pertaining to lead.
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Repellency Awareness Graphic: Informational Presentation for EPA’s Human Studies Review Board
Informational Presentation for EPA’s Human Studies Review Board April 9, 2014, by Rose Kyprianou, Field and External Affairs Division, and Kelly Sherman, Immediate Office, Office of Pesticide Programs.
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When must I take refresher training for a lead-based paint activities (abatement, inspection and risk assessment) discipline?
You must take refresher training before you apply for recertification to EPA. You should begin looking for available courses well before your current certification expires, because refresher courses may not be available in your area on a frequent basis. However, EPA recommends that you take your refresher training no earlier…
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EPA Order 1000.17 on Policy and Procedures of Protection of Human Research Subjects in EPA Conducted or Supported Research
This Order supersedes EPA Order 1000.17 Policy and Procedures on Protection of Human Subjects, July 30, 1999 including changes thereto, and establishes EPA responsibilities and policies for the use of human subjects in research.
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For EPA Grantees Proposing Human Subjects Research
More information for EPA Grantees proposing Human Subjects Research in their projects to receive approval by the EPA Human Subjects Research Review Official before any work involving human subjects can begin.
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Podcast Overview of OIG Report: Resource Constraints, Leadership Decisions, and Workforce Culture Led to a Decline in Federal Enforcement
Report #21-P-0132, May 13, 2021. A decline in the EPA's enforcement activities may expose the public and the environment to undetected harmful pollutants.
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What must I do to be recertified under the lead-based paint activities (abatement, inspection and risk assessment) program?
Answer: Prior to the expiration of your current certificate, you must take an accredited refresher training course, you must apply to EPA for recertification, and you must pay a recertification fee. Question Number: 23002-32442 Find a printable PDF copy of all frequent questions pertaining to lead.
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Podcast Overview of OIG Report: EPA Deviated from Typical Procedures in Its 2018 Dicamba Pesticide Registration Decision
Report #21-E-0146, May 24, 2021. The EPA needs to document and follow established procedures to ensure scientifically sound decisions regarding pesticides.
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How do I apply for recertification as an individual under the lead-based paint activities (abatement, inspection and risk assessment) 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 an…
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Podcast Overview of OIG Report: EPA Needs to Measure and Track Performance of Programs Eliminated in President’s Budget but Later Funded by Congress
Podcast Overview of OIG Report: EPA Needs to Measure and Track Performance of Programs Eliminated in President’s Budget but Later Funded by Congress
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Besides the initial training course, what are the education, experience and training requirements for each lead-based paint activities discipline?
Answer: Training requirements for the lead-based paint activities disciplines are as follows: Lead-Based Paint Inspector None. Lead-Based Paint Risk Assessor Pass an accredited inspector course. Meet one of the following requirements: Bachelor's degree and one year of experience in a related field, or an Associates degree and two years experience…
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When must I apply for certification under the Lead-Based Paint Activities (abatement, inspection and risk assessment) Program?
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…
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Cyprus Specialty Metals Company/Roquette America Inc. Facility, Keokuk, Iowa - Fact Sheet, February 2021
Public Comment Period for Draft RCRA Post-Closure Permit
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Texas SIP: 30 TAC 117.201-117.223: Industrial, Commercial, Institutional, Combustion Sources in Ozone Nonattainment Areas; SIP effective October 6, 2006 (TXd80)
Texas SIP: 30 TAC 117.201-117.223: Industrial, Commercial, Institutional, Combustion Sources in Ozone Nonattainment Areas; SIP effective 2006.10.06
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Texas SIP: 30 TAC 118.1-118.6: Control of Air Pollution Episodes, SIP effective November 6, 1990 (TXc71) to September 24, 2000
Texas SIP: 30 TAC 118.1-118.6: Control of Air Pollution Episodes, SIP effective 1990-11-06
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Texas SIP: 30 TAC 117.560. Rescission; SIP effective April 3, 2000 (TXd006)
Texas SIP: 30 TAC 117.560. Rescission; SIP effective 2004.04.26
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Texas SIP: 30 TAC 117.471-117.479: Boilers, Process Heaters, and Stationary Engines and Gas Turbines at Minor Sources, SIP effective October 6, 2006 (TXd80)
Texas SIP: 30 TAC 117.471-117.479: Boilers, Process Heaters, and Stationary Engines and Gas Turbines at Minor Sources, SIP effective 2006-10-06
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Texas SIP: 30 TAC 122.122 Potential to Emit; SIP effective 2003-12-15 (TXd41) to 2014-11-09
Texas SIP: 30 TAC 30 TAC 122.122 Potential to Emit; SIP effective 2003-12-15 (TXd41) to 2014-11-09.