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WORKSHOP (Lead-Based Paint) (Lead-Based Paint page 1 - page 3) Regulations for landlords; remodelers, painters, and others who perform work on older homes... (http://www.epa.gov/reg5rcra/ptb/lead/) Renovation,
Repair and Painting Rule Section §402(c)(3) of the Toxic Substances Control Act
- On
March 31st, 2008, the U.S. EPA issued a new rule requiring lead safe work
practices to reduce exposure to lead hazards created by renovation, repair and
painting (RRP) activities that disturb lead-based paint. The rule will address
hazards created by renovation, repair and painting activities that disturb
lead-based paint in “target housing” and “child-occupied facilities”.
The RRP rule will establish requirements for training renovators and dust
sampling technicians; certifying renovators, dust sampling technicians, and
renovation firms; accrediting providers of renovation and dust sampling
technician training; and for renovation work practices. This rule will be
enforceable in April 2010. For more information on the renovation, repair and
painting rules compliance and brochures visit RRP
Headquarters. For current information on lead abatement not associated with
the RRP rule visit the link for Lead
Professionals. Residential Lead-Based Paint Disclosure Rule/Section § 1018 of Title X - Although highly toxic lead based paint was banned in 1978; homes built in 1978 and before may still contain paint containing lead. Deteriorating paint in such homes present a lead hazard through inhalation and ingestion of paint chips and lead contaminated dust and soil. Lead may also be present in varnish, caulk, and other materials. It is important to find out if your home has lead in it or around it. Because of these threats, U.S. EPA has regulations to protect both renters and buyers. Under
the U.S. EPA Residential Lead-Based Paint Disclosure Rule/Section 1018 , the landlord
or rental agent must give the prospective tenant a copy of the pamphlet,
“Protect Your Family from Lead in Your Home”, and must inform them of any
known lead-based paint hazards in the residential unit and common areas. The
landlord is not required to test for lead paint or remove it. If
buying a home, the seller or agent must give the buyer a copy of
“Protect Your Family from Lead in Your Home”, and inform the buyer of any
known lead based paint hazards. The seller is not required to test for lead. The
seller must offer the prospective buyer a 10-day opportunity to have a lead
inspection or risk assessment performed. The buyer cannot be obligated to sign a
contract until given this opportunity. The parties may agree to adjust the 10
day period.
Copies
of the “Protect Your Family from Lead in Your Home” are provided
through the web links below:
The Pre-Renovation Education Rule/Section §406(b) - If the homeowner hires a contractor to renovate a home built before 1978, the contractor must provide a copy of “Protect Your Family from Lead in Your Home” before work begins. The Pre-Renovation Education Rule/Section §406(b) of TSCA requires renovators of most housing built before 1978 working for compensation to provide the owner and occupant of the housing the pamphlet “Protect Your Family From Lead In Your Home” before beginning the renovation. If the owner does not live in the housing, the owner must be provide the occupant information regarding the nature and timing of the renovation. The renovator is required to keep specific notification documentation. If
homeowners decide to renovate or rehab their home themselves, U.S. EPA suggest
the individuals practice lead safe work practices. When renovating homes built
before 1978, homeowners must take precautions when disturbing old paint.
U.S. EPA suggests homeowners read the following brochures before doing any home
renovation project that may disturb old paint. "Reducing
Lead Hazards When Remodeling Your Home" and Don't Spread Lead: A
Do-It-Yourselfer's Guide to Lead-Safe Painting, Repair, and Home Improvement
(booklet). Go to the National
Lead Information Center web page or contact the Lead Hotline at
1-800-424-LEAD for more information on lead hazards and their prevention. |
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