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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 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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Treatment of Air Quality Monitoring Data Influenced by Exceptional Events
Describes and documents data handling for air quality measurements flagged as being affected by exceptional events like wildfires, dust storms, volcanic eruptions, etc.
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The Final 2016 Exceptional Events Rule, Supporting Guidance Documents, Updated FAQs, and Other Rule Implementation Resources
Resources for the 2016 final Exceptional Events rule.
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Documents, Reports and Photographs for BAE Systems Norfolk Ship Repair in Norfolk, Virginia
RCRA Corrective Action Key BAE Systems Norfolk Ship Repair, Norfolk VA, Documents and Reports
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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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EPA RCRA ID: VAD003175072
RCRA Corrective Action Cleanup Site for VAD003175072 BAE Systems Norfolk Ship Repair in Norfolk, Virginia
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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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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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Environmental Crime Victim Resources - Oregon
A resource listing for environmental crime victims
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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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Voluntary Data Collection from LMOP Partners
This page describes LMOP's voluntary data collection process for Partners to report on their involvement with landfills and landfill gas energy projects. LMOP has provided a User Guide to help Partners understand the program’s voluntary reporting process.
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Join the Landfill Methane Outreach Program
Learn the benefits of joining in partnership with LMOP and how to join. See the LMOP Memoranda of Understanding and Endorser Agreement, which outline responsibilities for Partners and Endorsers interested in joining.
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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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Must maintenance workers at kindergartens and elementary schools become certified renovators if they perform renovations covered by the RRP Rule? Are the schools or school systems then required to become certified renovation firms?
All renovations covered by the RRP Rule must be directed by certified renovators and must be performed by certified renovators or individuals trained by a certified renovator. The RRP Rule requires any firm, including a local government agency that performs, offers, or claims to perform renovations to be certified by…
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If my firm already has abatement certification, is separate RRP certification necessary?
RRP firm certification is not required to perform lead abatements. However, if your firm performs, offers, or claims to perform renovations as well as abatements it must be a certified renovation firm. Question Number: 23002-18528 Find a printable PDF copy of all frequent questions pertaining to lead .