04-28-2025 - Lead Abatement Supervisor for Commercial Buildings and Superstructures - NJ - Initial - Pennsauken, NJ

Why Should You Take This Lead Abatement Supervisor for Commercial Buildings and Superstructures Initial Course?

This four day Lead Abatement Supervisor for Commercial Buildings and Superstructures Initial program fulfills the New Jersey Model Accreditation Program initial training requirements for lead-based paint abatement supervisors who perform work in commercial buildings, bridges, tanks, and other steel superstructures. This training is accredited by the State of New Jersey. 

The successful trainee will receive two certificates:  The supervisor certificate as well as the OSHA Competent Person certificate in accordance with 29 CFR 1926.62. This course focuses on essential abatement procedures including site preparation, contract planning, project management, abatement implementation and record-keeping.

The Following Topics Will Be Covered:  

• History, Characteristics and Usage of Lead
• Heavy Metals in Industrial Paints
• Health Hazards of Lead Exposure
• OSHA Supervisor Protection Regulations
• Exposure Monitoring
• Work Area Preparation
• Respirators and Protective Clothing
• Decontamination Procedures
• Waste Disposal
• Lead Safe Work Practices
• Fall Protection Procedures
• Record-Keeping and Cost Estimation
• Leagal Liabilities and Insurance Requirements
• Supervisory Skills 

Age Qualifications:  Individuals must be at least 18-years old.

Education and Experience Requirements:  

All applicants for a SCBS permit must have, at a minimum, the following:

• At least two years of experience in commercial or industrial painting
   
• At least 90 days of experience in field supervision or management in hazardous paint removal within the previous 24 months

3rd-Party Exam:  Lead Abatement Supervisor for Commercial Buildings and Superstructures applicants must pass a written 3rd-party examination administered under the approval of the New Jersey Department of Health.

Maintaining Accreditation:  Your initial license will be valid for two years. An application for renewal of a permit shall be submitted during the 90 calendar day period prior to or after the permit's expiration date. The NJ DOH shall renew a permit if the renewal applicant has:

• Completed a written application to renew the permit within 90 days prior to or after the expiration of the previously issued permit
  
  
• Provided evidence of refresher training (refresher course completion certificate) 
   
• Paid all penalties lawfully imposed on the applicant
   
• Provided a certified check or money order in the amount of the application fee - $150 - Made payable to the NJ Department of Health 

Note: The DOH will treat an application for renewal as a first-time application if the applicant's previous Lead Abatement Supervisor for Commercial Buildings and Superstructures permit has been expired for more than 90 days!

Reciprocity:  Applicants who have been trained and permitted outside of New Jersey must provide proof of a currently valid certification with another state which has received US Environmental Protection Agency authorization to administer and enforce a state lead certification and training program under Title IV of the Toxic Substances Control Act.