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Documents of Solutia Incorporated-Delaware River Plant in Bridgeport, New Jersey
Documents of Solutia Incorporated-Delaware River Plant in Bridgeport, New Jersey
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Documents of Simonds Precision Company-Operative Industries in Chester Township, New Jersey
Documents of Simonds Precision Company-Operative Industries in Chester Township, New Jersey
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Documents of 914th Airlift Wing-AFRC in Niagara Falls, New York
Documents of 914th Airlift Wing-AFRC in Niagara Falls, New York
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City of Asheville lifts systemwide boil water notice issued after Hurricane Helene
Residents still urged to conserve water
EPA News Release: City of Asheville lifts systemwide boil water notice issued after Hurricane Helene
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Makah Tribal Wood-Burning Changeout Final Report - Presentation Slides
makah tribe presentation slides of changeout
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Glossary for Air Pollution Terms in Particle Pollution and Your Patients' Health
Glossary of terms used in PM and Your Patients' Health
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Burn Wise Tearsheets, Postcards and Presentations
Burn Wise materials for public distribution.
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CAAAC Full Committee Meeting, and the Permits, NSR and Toxics Subcommittee Meeting, June 28 - 29, 2016
Agenda, minutes, presentations, and schedule for the June 2016 CAAAC meeting and the Permits, New Source Review and Toxics Subcommittee Meeting.
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What training requirements apply to non-certified workers who have previous EPA/HUD lead-safe work practices training or accredited abatement supervisor or worker training?
The Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule requires certified renovators to provide on-the-job training (OJT) to non-certified workers on the work practices they will be using in performing their assigned tasks. The amount of OJT needed and the topics that need to be covered depend on the knowledge and…
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What is the definition of a child under 6 years of age?
Answer: A child under six years of age is a child that is less than 72 months old. Question Number: 23002-22691 Find a printable PDF copy of all frequent questions pertaining to lead .
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What are the pre-renovation education requirements for a vacant apartment?
Firms performing renovations must provide pre-renovation education to the owner of the unit and to an adult occupant. If the unit is not occupied, providing pre-renovation education to the owner of the unit is sufficient. EPA has prepared a document with additional information . Question Number: 23002-21374 Find a printable…
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What changes in a renovation firm's status require an amendment of certification and how much will it cost?
Answer : In accordance with § 745.89(c), any change to the information reported to EPA in a firm's most recent certification application must be reported in an amended certification application. There is no fee associated with the submission of an amended certification. Question Number: 23002-21581 Find a printable PDF copy…
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What is "housing for persons with disabilities"?
“Housing for persons with disabilities” means housing that is designed to meet the special needs of persons with disabilities and that is reserved for such persons. A person with a disability may include a person who has a disability attributable to a mental or physical impairment, or a person with…
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What is a studio apartment?
A studio apartment is an apartment in which the living area is not separated from the sleeping area. Question Number: 23002-22148 Find a printable PDF copy of all frequent questions pertaining to lead .
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What is a renovation?
The Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule covers activities that modify an existing structure and that result in the disturbance of painted surfaces. All types of repair, remodeling, maintenance, modernization, and weatherization projects are covered, including projects performed as part of another Federal, State, or local program, if the…
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Under the Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule, in exterior containment if a large tree or shrub is within the work area can the plastic be placed around the base and would the plant, however large, also need to be covered?
Answer: The Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule does not specifically address containment of trees or shrubs, but if dust, debris, or residue remains in the tree or shrub at the conclusion of the job, the site will not pass visual inspection. The work practices for exterior projects are…
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Under the RRP Rule, can a certified renovator supervise workers of a different company, or must each firm involved in a project furnish a certified renovator?
All firms performing renovations must ensure that all individuals performing renovation activities on behalf of the firm are either certified renovators or have been trained by a certified renovator. The Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule does not prohibit firms from reaching agreement on which will supply the certified…
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Under the RRP Rule, can the certified renovator comply with the rules by keeping records regarding his certification and employee training electronically, provided he can display them on a hand held device or laptop on the job site?
Yes. The Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule does not specify the format in which these documents must be kept, but they must be available at the work site. Documents are not available if they cannot be viewed. Certified renovators must have with them at the work site copies…
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EPA RCRA ID: PAD056602923
RCRA Corrective Action Cleanup Site for PAD056602923 Vorteq Coil Finishers (Formerly: Wismarq Industries, Prior Coated Metals) in Allentown, Pennsylvania
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Under the RRP Rule, can the required records and documentation be stored electronically rather than as paper copies?
Answer: Yes. The renovation firm is responsible for retaining and making available to EPA all records necessary to demonstrate compliance with the Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule for a period of three years following completion of the renovation. The RRP Rule does not specify the format in which…