12-15-2025 - Lead Abatement Worker Initial - Greenwich, NY
Training Provider: Flatley Read, LLC
Dates: MO Dec 15, TU Dec 16 from 9:00am to 5:00pm
Location: Greenwich, NY
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| TICKET TYPE | PRICE | QUANTITY |
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One Workshop Ticket more info» | $645.00 | |
 | Or call: 954-400-0595 | |
Abatement is any set of measures designed to permanently eliminate lead-based paint hazards. Abatement work that is not conducted by a Certified Lead Abatement Worker under the supervision of a certified Lead Supervisor is subject to heavy fines by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) or Authorized State lead enforcement bodies.
This course is offered in-person, and provides the necessary training for workers who will be involved with lead abatement projects. Certified abatement firms must have certified Lead Abatement Workers on site who have completed lead abatement training & certification from an approved provider, and have registered and been approved by the EPA or Authorized State. Contractors performing abatement work must have at least one EPA or state certified Lead Abatement Supervisor directing the work, with the assistance of certified Lead Abatement Workers if required.
Training concludes with the required Lead Worker course certification exam.
The Following Topics Will Be Covered:
- Where and What Is Lead?
- Health Effects of Lead Exposure
- Regulations and Laws of Lead Abatement
- Identifying & Evaluating Lead Paint Hazards
- Controlling Lead Hazards
- Set-Up of Containment *
- Abatement Methods *
- Cleanup, Disposal & Clearance *
- Soil Abatement and Exterior Dust Cleanup
* Denotes Hands-On Activities
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This course is provided by an accredited trainer that is approved by the necessary EPA and/or Authorized-State lead program, as required based on the course location.
It is the participant's responsibility to verify that the course they attend will be accepted in any other state(s) where you will be performing work, and to process any required paperwork that may be necessary.
How do I become a certified Lead Abatement Worker?
- Complete a lead abatement worker certification course that is approved for the state in which the lead work will be performed.
- Submit the necessary paperwork to the EPA or Authorized State program with the appropriate fees.
EPA vs. Authorized-State Lead Programs
EPA controls the lead-based paint program for abatement, inspection, and risk assessment activities in the following jurisdictions: Alaska, Arizona, Florida, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, New York, South Carolina, South Dakota, and Wyoming; American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Marianas and Tribal Lands.
All other states have EPA-authorized lead-based paint programs.
Please verify that the course you register for will be accepted in the state(s) where you wish to work, and be informed of any local registration, examination, or paperwork requirements.
The Following Topics Will Be Covered:
- Where and What Is Lead?
- Health Effects of Lead Exposure
- Regulations and Laws of Lead Abatement
- Identifying & Evaluating Lead Paint Hazards
- Controlling Lead Hazards
- Set-Up of Containment *
- Abatement Methods *
- Cleanup, Disposal & Clearance *
- Soil Abatement and Exterior Dust Cleanup
* Denotes Hands-On Activities
| COURSE LOGISTICS | |
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| Certificates | Certificate will be emailed to them within five days. |
| Parking | Free street parking |
| Food | Coffee provided |
| STATE REQUIREMENTS (Lead Abatement Worker Initial)** | |
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| Individual Prerequisites | None |
| Accrediting Body | EPA |
| Individual App Requirements | $310 every three years |
| Individual Exam And Fees | No third party exam |
| Company Application Requirements | $550 initial and $35 for each additional jurisdiction |
| Refresher Training | Every 3 years if the individual completed a training course with a course test and hands-on assessment; OR every 5 years if the individual completed a training course with a proficiency test |
| Reciprocity | <p>To apply for certification from EPA if you are currently certified by an authorized state, U.S. territory, or Indian tribe, you must: </p> <ul> <li>Complete, sign, and date EPA form 8500-28 (Rev 09/04)</li> <li>Enclose a copy of your valid certificate from an authorized state, U.S. territory, or Indian tribe, highlighting the certification expiration date, if applicable</li> <li>Submit two identical passport photographs of you alone</li> <li>Calculate the appropriate fee using the fees schedule provided</li> </ul> |
| ** Please note that these details are provided for informational purposes only. Consult with your local state or regulatory body to confirm your requirements for your specific situation. Nothing on this website constitutes, or is meant to constitute, advice of any kind. It is simply a database of publicly available information that is meant to assist with research on certain topics but is no way guaranteed as complete or free of error. | |
4 Washington Square, Greenwich, NY 12834
MO Dec 15, TU Dec 16 from 9:00am to 5:00pm
Flatley-Read, LLC is a NYS Certified Woman Owned Business Enterprise and is HUD Section 3 compliant in Saratoga and Washington counties. Michelle Read DeGarmo, the company founder, has been a Lead Risk Assessor for 12 years and became an accredited RRP Trainer in 2011, giving her the skill set necessary to start her own lead training operation. As a company that is dedicated to quality lead training, Flatley-Read, LLC places an emphasis on outstanding customer service and strives to provide the best training experience to all students.
Questions? 954-400-0595
