NOTE: You must complete the online portion of the course before your scheduled Hands-On Activities and Certification Exam date. Students must bring valid photo ID with them to the in-person hands-on assessment and final exam.
Your username and password to access the online training program will be sent within 1 business day of registration. After you are enrolled, you will have access to the online portion of the course until the date of the in-person session. The online course must be completed prior to your scheduled in-person date!
More about the RRP Rule:
Effective April 22, 2010, anyone who performs renovations, repairs, or painting in pre-1978 housing or child-occupied facilities must comply with the Lead RRP Rule. Individuals and firms that are not certified could face fines of up to $41,056 per day.
There are 3 steps to be sure you are in compliance:
This course is provided by an accredited trainer who is approved by the EPA and/or EPA-Authorized lead program in compliance with all regulations in the state in which the course is being held. It will satisfy the 8-hour training requirement for individuals to attain certification in Lead Paint Safety for Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP). Individuals who attend the course, participate fully in the hands-on activities, and pass the certification exam will receive a Certified Renovator certificate.
Firm Certification
Firms, including sole-proprietors, landlords, etc. must submit an application stating that they will be utilizing a Certified Renovator to perform lead-safe work. Your training provider will discuss all registration requirements during class, and will provide the necessary forms when applicable.
To perform RRP work in an EPA-Authorized State (AL, DE, GA, IA, KS, MA, MS, NC, OK, OR, RI, UT, WA or WI): Firm registration must be processed directly with the applicable state lead program(s).
To work in all other states: Firm registration must be processed with the EPA via an online application. The EPA Lead-Safe Firm fee is $300, and it is valid for 5 years.