- Course Description
- This course presents the EPA model curriculum
covering the lead-based paint (LBP) risk-
assessment protocols described in the HUD
Guidelines and EPA regulations for both single-
family and multi-family housing. Interpretation
of lead inspection reports, risk assessment
report forms, and decision-making concerning
interim controls when appropriate are also
covered. The course explains how risk assessors
can present the options available to owners to
control hazards from lead-based paint and other
lead-contaminated sources.
- Who should Attend
- This course is targeted toward people involved in
lead-based paint hazard identification and risk
assessment work. These people include lead-based
paint, environmental, and hazardous waste
assessment inspectors; environmental consultants;
industrial hygienists; engineers; architects;
public health officials; housing authorities;
housing professionals; real estate inspectors;
XRF operators/ technicians; and policy makers.
- Course Manuals
- Lead-Based Paint Risk Assessment Model
Curriculum, EPA Approved Curriculum, June
1993
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
- Title X and other state and federal lead
legislation
- History of lead-based paint risk assessments
- Differences between inspections and risk
assessments
- The HUD risk assessment protocol
- Other risk assessments: lead hazard screen,
combination inspection/ risk assessment,
combination risk assessment/ clearance inspection
- Developing hazard control option plans
- Ongoing monitoring of interim control measures
- Owner and occupant relations
- Risk assessment reports for single family and
multi-family housing
- Federal Requirements for Risk
Assessor Certification (40 CFR Part 745)
- Federal regulations (40 CFR Part 745) specify the
following risk assessor certification
requirements:
- Successful completion of an accredited training
course for inspectors; and
- Bachelor’s degree and 1 year of experience
in a related field (e.g., lead, asbestos,
environmental remediation work, or construction);
or
- Certification as an industrial hygienist,
professional engineer, registered architect
and/or certification in a related
engineering/health/environmental remediation or
construction); or
- A high school diploma (or equivalent), and at
least 3 years of experience in a related field
(e.g., lead, asbestos, environmental remediation
work, or construction).
- Oregon Eligibility [OAR333-069-0030]
- (2) Risk Assessor. To qualify, an individual shall complete all elements
on the application form and meet the following minimum eligibility requirements:
- (a) Successfully complete and receive a course completion certificate from an accredited Lead-Based Paint Risk Assessor training course;
- (b) Pass the certification exam administered by the Department for
Risk Assessor; and
- (c) Have completed one of the following education and applicable
experience criteria:
(A) Certification as an industrial hygienist, an engineer, a registered
architect, certified safety professional, registered sanitarian, or
registered environmental health specialist;
(B) A bachelor's degree and one year of experience in a related field
(e.g. lead, asbestos, environmental remediation work, or construction);
or an Associates degree and two years experience in a related field
(e.g., lead, asbestos, environmental remediation work, or construction);
or
(C) A high school diploma (or equivalent), plus at least 3 years
of experience in a related field (e.g., lead, asbestos, environmental
remediation work, or construction).
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