12-16-2024 - Lead Abatement Supervisor Certification Initial - Willowbrook, IL

This Lead Abatement Supervisor training provides information on lead-based paint abatement and regulatory guidelines for those individuals that will plan and/or oversee lead abatement work. The course focuses on essential abatement procedures including site preparation, contract planning, project management, abatement implementation and record-keeping.

A certified Lead Abatement Supervisor can perform all of the duties that a Lead Worker can, and additionally a Supervisor is responsible for occupant safety during the abatement process and for writing the abatement plan. At least one certified Lead Abatement Supervisor must be assigned to a lead abatement job. 

Abatement is any set of measures designed to permanently eliminate lead-based paint hazards. Abatement work that is not conducted by a certified Lead Supervisors and Lead Workers is subject to heavy fines by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) or applicable Authorized State Lead Program.

Course Content:

• Worker Protection and Safety
• Health Effects of Lead Exposure & Medical Surveillance
• Occupant Protection
• Clean-Up and Clearance
• Waste Disposal
• Residence and Community Relations
• Regulatory Aspects of Lead Abatement
• Lead Abatement Techniques
• Use of XRF Paint Analyzers by Lead Inspectors
• How to Interpret a Lead Inspection and Risk Assessment Report
• How to Write an Abatement Final Report
• Legal and Insurance Issues
• Worker Training

Who Should Attend?

This course is designed for anyone who will be responsible for supervising or performing lead abatement work, including:

• General Contractors
• Roofing Contractors
• Demolition Contractors
• Renovation Contractors
• Flooring Contractors
• Siding Contractors
• Supervisors/Foremen
• Project Managers
• Laborers

Requirements for Successful Course Completion:

• Ability to Read, Understand and Speak English Language
• Attend entire course in consecutive days
• Pass a written, multiple choice exam

Please Note: Your state may have detailed education, experience and application processing requirements to qualify for licensing in the Lead field. Students are responsible to verify these requirements prior to registering for a course. There are numerous reciprocity agreements with EPA and other states with authorized lead-based paint programs. Your state may accept training for certification programs from those training providers accredited by EPA or other state authorized programs. Because requirements and reciprocity agreements are subject to change, it is strongly recommended that you contact your state's lead program before registering for training.