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- 6080How much will it cost contractors to comply with the Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule?
- 5441Is it a violation of the Renovation, Repair, and Painting Rule (RRP) for a homeowner to hire a firm that is not certified?
- 4532Who is covered by the new Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule?
- 4205Do test results from a certified renovator using an EPA recognized test kit (40 CFR § 745.83) or performing paint chip sampling (40 CFR § 745.82) become an official part of the lead-based paint testing record for that house thus negating the need for a certified lead inspector or certified lead risk assessor to conduct the inspection in that area of the house? Can a certified renovator conduct a complete lead-based paint inspection and give the property owner as an inspection report?
- 3294If I mist and HEPA vacuum the plastic sheeting used by my firm for interior containment, can I move and re-use plastic sheeting on the same day and job?
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- 5/16/2012I’m a certified renovator using an EPA-recognized lead test kit to determine whether or not I have to follow the Renovation Repair and Painting (RRP) Rule work practices. What components must test negative for lead-based paint in order to qualify for the exclusion in 40 CFR 745.82(a)(2)?
- 5/14/2012When a unit is not occupied by its owner, 40 CFR 745.84(a)(2) states that the “Renovate Right” pamphlet must be provided to an adult occupant prior to beginning any covered renovation activities. What does EPA consider an “adult” for these purposes?
- 5/2/2012Do I ever need to be recertified for lead-based paint abatement?
- 5/2/2012How do I apply for recertification?
- 5/2/2012Must I take a third party certification exam?
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