Lead-Based Paint Laws and Rules
WAC 365-230 – Administrative rule that describes requirements for individuals and firms performing lead-based paint abatement, risk assessments, hazard screens, inspections, renovations, and dust sampling in Washington.
NOTE: Washington Regulations are written to mirror the federal EPA LBP/RRP regulations with two exceptions. To find these exceptions, please refer to WAC 365-230-200(8)(g) and (h) and WAC 365-230-360(7)
Washington Business Licensing Requirements – Links to the Washington Department of Licensing business licensing webpage. Any firm applying for lead-based paint activities certification from the Department of Commerce must be licensed to do business in Washington and must provide their Uniform Business Identifier (UBI) number.
Contractors and Firms
Worker Protection and Safety Requirements – Links to the Washington Department of Labor and Industries Lead In Construction safety training webpage, including the Lead in Construction Rule (WAC 296-155-176). Employers must protect their employees from exposure to lead.
Contractor Registration – Links to the Washington Department of Labor and Industries contractor registration webpage.
Verify an LNI Contractor – Link to verify a contractor is licensed.
Business License and Department of Revenue – Link to the Business License Department of Revenue webpage. The general public can also look up a business to confirm if the business license is active.
Secretary of State for Corporations – Contractors and businesses that are not sole proprietors must register their business with the Secretary of State.
Lead-Based Paint Activities Professionals
Washington Business Licensing Requirements – Links to the Washington Department of Licensing business licensing webpage. Any firm applying for lead-based paint activities certification from the Department of Commerce must be licensed to do business in Washington and must provide their Uniform Business Identifier (UBI) number.