- Course Description
- This course presents the EPA model curriculum for
lead-based paint (LBP) abatement supervisors as
described in the HUD Guidelines and EPA
regulations. The curriculum is augmented with
case studies of LBP abatement projects for both
single-family and multi-family housing. Through
lectures, demonstrations and hands-on training,
supervisors will learn specific techniques for
abating lead-based paint as well as lead in other
media, such as dust and soil. Emphasis is placed
on worker health and safety, clean-up and waste
disposal.
- Who should Attend
- This course is targeted toward people involved in
lead-based abatement work. These people include
renovation and remodeling contractors, general
contractors, painting contractors, structural
steel contractors, demolition contractors,
environmental and asbestos abatement contractors,
industrial hygienists, safety professionals,
environmental consultants, housing professionals,
engineers, and policy makers.
- Course Manuals
- Lead Abatement Training for Supervisors and
Contractors, EPA-Approved Curriculum, 1992
HUD Guidelines for the Evaluation and Control
of Lead-Based Paint Hazards in Housing, June,
1995
Selected Regulations and Guidelines,
Volume 1 and 2, OSU-WRLTC, 1997
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Course
Topics
- Toxicology of lead in adults and children
- Techniques of interim measures and in-place
controls
- Physical characteristics of lead and
lead-containing materials
- Paint, dust, and soil hazard control and
abatement techniques
- Lead sources and potential health effects
- Hazard recognition and control
- Identification of safety and health hazards at
abatements sites
- State and federal regulatory statutes, including
updates on EPA, HUD, OSHA and state regulations
- Waste disposal issues
- Insurance and liability issues
- Estimating abatement costs
- Contract specifications
- Development of occupant protection plans
- Required Prerequisites
- Federal regulations for certification of lead
abatement supervisors require:
- One year experience as a certified lead- based
paint abatement worker, or
- Two years experience in a related field (such as
lead, asbestos, or environmental remediation
work) or the building trades
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