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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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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, do paint chips and debris need to be removed from protective sheeting even if such chips and debris can be effectively contained by the sheeting or the sealed container the sheeting is contained in for disposal?
Yes. After the renovation has been completed, the firm must clean the work area until no dust, debris, or residue remains. The first cleaning step required by the Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule is to collect all paint chips and debris and, without dispersing any of it, seal…
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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…
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National Program Manager (NPM) Guidance - Monitoring Appendix
Fiscal year detailed monitoring appendices.
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EPA Office Hours for Safe Drinking Water Act Section 1433
Office Hours in September 2025 to assist community water systems (CWSs) with questions on completing or certifying Risk and Resilience Assessments (RRAs) and Emergency Response Plans (ERPs).
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My firm is doing renovations in a school during summer break, and no children under age six will be present during this period. Do we still have to comply with the pre-renovation education requirements? If so, how should the information be distributed?
My firm is going to perform renovations in a school during the students’ summer break. During the regular school year, the work area would fall under the definition of a child-occupied facility. However, no children under age six will be present during this multiple month break period. Do we still…
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My firm is certified by an authorized state. Does this certification allow my firm to work in EPA-administered jurisdictions?
No. You must apply for and receive EPA certification before offering, performing, or claiming to perform renovations covered by the RRP Rule in EPA-administered jurisdictions. Question Number: 23002-19752 Find a printable PDF copy of all frequent questions pertaining to lead .
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My firm installs replacement doors. We simply remove the hinge bolts, unscrew and remove the hinges, and install the new door and hinges. We may disturb paint on the hinges and bolts but no other painted surface. Is this work subject to the RRP Rule?
My firm installs replacement doors. We simply remove the hinge bolts, take away the old door, unscrew and remove the hinges, and install the new door and hinges. We may disturb paint on the hinges and bolts but do not otherwise disturb a painted surface. Is this work subject to…
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DWSRF Eligibilities
How the DWSRF works
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My firm acts as a general contractor - we subcontract the entire renovation job to other companies rather than using our own employees. Does my firm need to be a certified firm under the Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule?
Answer: Yes. Beginning April 22, 2010, no firm may perform, offer, or claim to perform renovations covered by the Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule without certification from EPA. A general contractor that subcontracts the entire renovation job to other firms must be certified as a firm for two…
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According to your guidelines emergency projects are exempt from some requirements to the extent necessary to respond to the emergency. Does this mean that my firm does not need to be certified and my company doesn't need a certified renovator?
Question : My company only does emergency renovation work. According to your guidelines emergency projects are exempt from the warning sign, containment, waste handling, training, and certification requirements to the extent necessary to respond to the emergency. Emergency renovations are NOT exempt from the cleaning and cleaning verification requirements. Does…
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Tribal Lands Cleanup and Spill Prevention Programs
EPA takes strides to prevent and cleanup contamination and contaminated sites located on or near Tribal lands. Our programs work hand-in-hand with tribes to ensure we protect their health and the environment.
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Environmental Crime Victim Resources - Puerto Rico
A resource listing for environmental crime victims
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Project Waiver of AIS Requirements for HDPE Grooved Couplings for Santa Barbara, California (DWSRF)
AIS waiver request approval
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Project Waiver of AIS Requirements for End Locking Sleeves for Lyndon, Kansas (CWSRF)
AIS waiver request approval