EPA Lead Rule

Resources on EPA’s Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule

EPA’s Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule (RRP Rule) requires that firms performing renovation, repair, and painting projects that disturb lead-based paint in homes, child care facilities and pre-schools built before 1978 have their firm certified by EPA use certified renovators who are trained by EPA-approved training providers and follow lead-safe work practices.

February 10, 2016 — EPA finalized revisions to the Lead-based Paint program to reduce burden and costs to industry and clarify language for training providers. A key component of the final rule allows on-line training for every other recertification.  Renovators who take the online training will be certified for three years; renovators who take the hands-on training will be certified for five years. Read More

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