Lead-based Paint activities primarily involve the abatement of lead-based paint (LBP). Abatement of lead-based paint is defined as a set of measures designed to permanently eliminate LBP hazards.
What is involved in lead-based paint abatement?
Abatement of lead-based paint includes but is not limited to:
- The removal of lead-based paint and lead-contaminated dust
- The permanent enclosure or encapsulation of lead-based paint
- The replacement of lead-painted surfaces or fixtures
- The removal or covering of lead-contaminated soil
- All preparation, cleanup, disposal, and post-abatement clearance testing activities associated with such measures
Who provides lead-based paint activities?
Lead-based paint activities performed in target housing and child-occupied facilities are provided by certified inspection and abatement companies. LPB regulations protect the public from hazards of improperly conducted lead-based paint activities. Regulations include training and certification requirements, accreditation requirements, and work practice standards for organizations who offer LBP activities.
What activities can lead-based paint providers offer?
There are four different disciplines available for lead-based paint removal. Each discipline requires certified training for each skillset.
- Inspector: inspections and clearance testing only
- Risk Assessor: inspections, clearance testing, lead hazard screens and risk assessments
- Supervisor: supervision of abatement projects, preparation of occupant protection plans, abatement reports, and all abatement activities performed by abatement workers
- Worker: abatement activities under the direction of a certified abatement supervisor