04-29-2025 - Lead Abatement Worker for Commercial Buildings and Superstructures - NJ - Initial - Pennsauken, NJ

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

This four day Lead Abatement Worker for Commercial Buildings and Superstructures Initial program fulfills the New Jersey Model Accreditation Program initial training requirements for lead-based paint abatement workers 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 the worker course certificate. This course focuses on essential abatement procedures including site preparation, project management, abatement implementation and worker safety.

The Following Topics Will Be Covered:  

• History, Characteristics and Usage of Lead
• Heavy Metals in Industrial Paints
• Health Hazards of Lead Exposure
• OSHA Worker Protection Regulations
• Exposure Monitoring
• Work Area Preparation
• Respirators and Protective Clothing
• Decontamination Procedures
• Waste Disposal
• Lead Safe Work Practices
• Fall Protection Procedures
• And Many More!

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

Education and Experience Requirements:  There are no education or experience prerequisites for this course. 

3rd-Party Exam:  There is no 3rd-Party exam for this course. Individuals must pass a course examination given on the last day of the course to receive their certificate. 

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 - $80 - 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 Worker 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.