How to Get Your Lead Abatement License in Ohio

Below we will review the steps on how to become certified to properly remove lead in the state of Ohio

Ohio Lead Abatement Certification

Company Registration

In addition to having the proper training certifications for all employees (see below for more information), any company offering to perform lead hazard abatement in Ohio must also be registered as a Lead Abatement Firm. A $500.00 fee is required - view application and requirements.

Steps to Become a Lead Abatement Contractor:

The Ohio Lead Abatement Contractor oversees the removal of lead from buildings.

Contractors must meet ONE of the following prerequisites:
1. At least one year experience as a lead abatement worker; OR
2. At least two years experience in asbestos, lead abatement, radon or other environmental remediation or building construction.
Attend Lead Abatement Supervisor Initial training. If you are already certified and need to renew, attend a Lead Abatement Supervisor Refresher course.

Apply online to the ODH (Ohio Department of Health) for your Lead Abatement Contractor certification. You can also use the PDF application. There is an $500 non-refundable application fee.

Applications are generally processed within 2-3 weeks. You will be notified by mail when the program approves your application; you also will be notified if your application is incomplete. You may determine that status of your application by searching your name in the lead database or calling the program at (877) 668- 5323 or (614) 466-1450.
Register for The Exam: Licensure examinations are given at test sites established by the third-party testing provider. Contact the Lead Poisoning Prevention Program at (877) NOTLEAD or (614) 466-1450 to register for the exam. There is a $70 non-refundable fee.

Steps to Become a Lead Abatement Worker:

The Ohio Lead Abatement Worker performs the removal of lead from buildings.

There are no prerequisites to become a certified lead abatement worker.

Attend Lead Worker Initial training. If you are already certified and need to renew, attend a Lead Worker Refresher course.

Apply online to the ODH (Ohio Department of Health) for your Lead Abatement Worker certification. You can also use the PDF application. There is an $50 non-refundable application fee.

Applications are generally processed within 2-3 weeks. You will be notified by mail when the program approves your application; you also will be notified if your application is incomplete. You may determine that status of your application by searching your name in the lead database or calling the program at (877) 668- 5323 or (614) 466-1450.
Register for The Exam: Licensure examinations are given at test sites established by the third-party testing provider. Contact the Lead Poisoning Prevention Program at (877) NOTLEAD or (614) 466-1450 to register for the exam. There is a $70 non-refundable fee.

Please note the following related webpages for lead paint licenses in Ohio.

If you wish to renovate, repair, or paint in a pre-1978 home or child occupied facility please visit our EPA Lead Renovator (RRP) page.
For performing inspections for lead paint, please visit our Lead Inspector / Risk Assessor in Ohio page.

Have additional questions on receiving a Ohio lead paint license? Give us a call at 646-564-3546 and we'll be happy to assist you

Disclaimer

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.