RRP Initial
In-Person Class
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RRP Initial (1-day in-person class)
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$275.00 |
1. Schedule:
This RRP and Initial Course is 8 hours in length and includes approved lead safety training and the required certification exam.
Any contractor or property owner performing qualifying renovation, repair, or painting (RRP) work on pre-1978 homes or child-occupied facilities must employ at least one Certified Renovator who has successfully completed this training.
Companies must also submit an application to register as a Lead Safe Certified Firm with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) or the EPA-Authorized State in which RRP work will be performed.
This course is approved for purposes of certification under Section 402 of TSCA and/or EPA-Authorized State lead regulations for Lead-safe Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) work.
More about the RRP Lead Paint Regulations
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.
The Lead-Safe RRP rule applies if your project disturbs:
- More than 6 square feet of interior painted surface AND/OR
- More than 20 square feet of exterior painted surface
There are 3 steps to be sure you are in compliance:
- Register and successfully complete this 8-hour lead certification course.
- Submit an application to EPA or EPA-Authorized state on behalf of your company (even if you're a sole proprietor). See below for details.
- Receive your certificate from class and your firm certificate, finalize any additional paperwork required by your state, and you are ready to get to work!
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 Authorized State (AL, BOIS, DE, GA, IA, KS, MA, MS, NC, OK, OR, RI, UT, VT, WA, 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 at EPA Firm Certification. The EPA Lead-Safe Firm fee is $300, and it is valid for 5 years.
Course Objectives
- To protect workers and residents, especially children, from possible lead contamination.
- To obtain a clear understanding of the importance in minimizing and controlling the generation of lead particles and lead dust when performing renovation, remodeling, painting, rehabilitation and maintenance functions.
- To obtain a clear understanding of tools, systems and techniques required to control dust accumulation.
- To understand in full the EPA or state rules and regulations regarding the disruption of lead-based paint during renovation, remodeling, and rehabilitation.
EPA Lead Renovator Certification Initial Course Overview
Module 1: Why Should I be Concerned About Lead Paint?
- Dust is the problem and contractors make dust. By working lead safe, you can make a difference.
Module 2: Regulations
- Know the EPA and HUD Rules. These rules set forth specific and performance-based requirements that must be mastered to achieve compliance.
Module 3: Before Beginning Work
- Plan before you start the work.
Module 4: Contain Dust During Work
- Keep the dust in the work area and make it easier to clean up.
Module 5: During The Work
- Traditional practices produce dust, while lead safe practices will reduce dust making the renovation, repair, or painting work safer.
Module 6: Cleaning Activities and Checking Your Work
- Do cleanup right. Use wet mops and HEPA vacuums. Traditional methods don’t do the job.
Module 7: Recordkeeping
- Records must be complete, accurate and organized.
Module 8: Training Non-Certified Renovation Workers
- Certified Renovators are responsible for teaching lead-safe work practices to non-certified renovation workers.
Test and Course Evaluation
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| Certificates | Upon completion of the course requirements |
| STATE REQUIREMENTS (Lead Renovator Certification Initial) | |
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| Individual Prerequisites | None |
| Accrediting Body |
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| Individual App Requirements |
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| Individual Exam And Fees |
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| Company Application Requirements | $300 every five years |
| Refresher Training | 4-hour Refresher class is required every 5 years, or 3 years if completed online without hands-on (online only permitted every other renewal period). |
| Reciprocity | Non-expired RRP training from EPA or EPA-authorized state training provider is accepted for VT licensure. |
| 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. | |
Who must be Lead-Safe Certified?
All firms that conduct lead renovation, repair and painting activities must be lead certified by the EPA under the lead RRP Rule. This includes any firm that receives compensation to conduct work that disturbs lead paint in pre-1978 residential properties and child-occupied facilities (e.g. daycares, elementary schools, pre-schools). This may include residential property owners and managers, maintenance staff, contractors, renovators, remodelers, carpenters painters, plumbers, electricians, roofers, siders and window installers.
- Plumbers
- Maintenance Workers
- Electricians
- Carpenters
- Property Owners and Managers
- Renovators
- Painters
- Contractors
- Heating and Air Conditioning Professionals
- Remodelers
- Window Installers
- Roofers and Siders
Where is lead paint found and why does it matter?
It is estimated that lead paint was used in more than 38 million residential properties built prior 1978. Lead paint can form toxic dust when it is disturbed during normal home repair activity. The EPA Lead RRP Rule is an effort to protect the public from lead poisoning, especially children under the age of six, associated with renovation, repair and painting activities. These types of activities can create hazardous lead dust when surfaces with lead paint and coated surfaces are disturbed. The RRP Rule requires workers to receive lead certification training to become lead certified renovators.
What are the EPA certification requirements?
Contractors are required to assign at least one lead certified renovator to each lead renovation project. Lead renovators are certified upon completion of an EPA accredited renovator lead training course. The initial EPA lead certification training is 8 hours in length, and the lead certification is good for 5 years from the date of lead certification course completion. State authorized lead certification programs may vary. To maintain their lead certification a certified renovator must complete a refresher lead certification training course prior to the expiration of their current lead certification. Note: The 4 hour refresher lead certification training course or the 8 hour initial lead certification training course can be used to recertify. If their lead certification expires, then the 8 hour lead certification training course must be taken again to regain their lead certification.
Do I have to take a Lead Renovator Certification Initial Course if I am a Lead Abatement Worker or Lead Abatement Supervisor?
Yes, if you are doing work that is covered under the EPA’s Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Rule. However, individuals who have successfully completed an accredited abatement worker or supervisor course may take an accredited lead renovator certification refresher training course in lieu of the lead renovator certification initial training course to become a certified renovator.
How can a firm comply with the Renovation, Repair, and Painting Program?
A firm that would like to become lead certified to perform lead renovation, repair and painting activity must submit an application to the EPA. In addition, the firm must attest that it will assign at least one lead certified renovator to each project who has been lead trained by attending an EPA-approved lead certification class, use only individuals who are either lead certified or have received appropriate lead training to perform lead renovation, and follow all lead RRP Rule requirements.
Does my state have specific Renovation, Repair, and Painting Program requirements?
Click on your state to find out specific lead renovator information.
100% Verified Reviews
Below are the most recent student reviews for previous Lead-Edu Courses. All reviews are from people who registered for and attended the course.
Very informative, engaging, and easy to follow
Absolutely. Nick was extremely knowledgeable and a fantastic instructor
It was well presented, and Tiffany was helpful
I feel safer now , been able to protect my self , my workers and specially my clients home
Very helpful instructor. Nick was very helpful, knowledgeable and easy to talk to.
Yes, the instructor was knowledgeable about the course material as well as other related topics.
The instructor was great. Nick knew what the hell he was talking about and didn't bullshit us on how important lead safety is
I think Nick did a great job teaching and keeping the class interesting
Nick was clear and explained what would happen if lead was in a person’s blood stream and how it effects the body and nerve system
The comfortable pace and that discussion and examples were used so that the info was easier to learn than when listening to someone just reading bullet points.
Instructor Nick was great at answering questions and was very personable
I liked Nick. It's clear to me that you people care a lot about the general health of everyone, and holding companies accountable. Thanks.
The instructor was very interactive and informative.
It was an exciting Lead Renovator course for me. I learned everything I needed to pass the test successfully. I will recommend this program to people who are looking to get certified.
Very well done lots of information
Attending from home was convenient, and the instructor (Nick) was friendly and knowledgeable.
Very informative, learning how to protect the people from lead
The instructors really took their time explaining things and answering questions.
I thought a Zoom class was appropriate for this kind of setting, was relaxed, engaging and full participation was met with kindness and support, answered my specific questions. Very happy with the relaxed format!
Online is very convenient.
Great class, great instructor. I would suggest more hands.
The lead RRP class was informative, helpful, and timely. The content was engaging and focused on practical information without unnecessary distractions.
Learning more about how to maintain my rental property as a safe place for my tenants.
Very informative
Instructor Nick is outstanding. His expertise and engaging teaching style make learning enjoyable and effective. Highly recommended!
Nick was great.
Excellent and informative experience
Course was great. Instructor really knew his stuff, and his navigation thru the course and materials was fantastic. Great examples, easy to relate to.
Excellent
Kate was a very good instructor
5 of 5 it was a well rounded class that really helped me learn how to work with Lead Paint an how to safely remove lead paint off properties refreshing my memory of Lead Painting Training entirely. Thanks for your genuine support helping me learn the right stuff for me to work. Thanks for having me an welcoming me into the class. I appreciate your staffs help with my future.
I liked how Nick involved the group and welcomed questions.
Both teachers were super informative.
Open discussion allowing me to voice and get clarity so i could understand better
Ease of use, knowledge of instructors
It was very thorough. It included tips for various ways to make use your tools and make them compliant and save money.
Instructor was very helpful and guided the class through all the information. She made things very easy to understand and explained things in great detail.
Excellent & informative course. The instructor, Kate, is truly an expert in the field, with a very clear & concise teaching style. I was very impressed. Thank you.
Nick was a great teacher, had great examples to visualize the process and follies and successes
Easy going instuctor
Loved the online aspect. Not having to travel to a course site is EXTREMELY convenient.
Was great learning and getting training. On LEAD I appreciate the experience
Nick was awesome
Zoom made it very easy and less time consuming
Nick was excellent and made the day fly by with his knowledge. Would strongly recommend.
Made it much easier to have the class online. Im super busy with work so it was nice to be able to do a little work and do the zoom class
The instructor was very willing to answer questions and clarify issues as we went
Informative and will assist me in my renovation work
First time i took the class there was a lot to take in but it was very good
Great presenter! Lots of customizable and applicatable information.
The instructor was well versed and took his time explaining everything quite well.
Good info. Nick kept it interesting
I think the teacher made it easy to learn.
Great instructor and very interactive
Nick did a good job presenting
I learned a ton, I really had no idea how toxic lead was.
The instructor was knowledgeable and engaging
Well, I didn't have to travel far. The format was good. The instructor was very informative.
Instructor was knowledgeable
Learned about latest regulations, had training in 2008 but there have been changes in regulations.
The clear instructions of lead and its uses and the dangers in it.
Getting info about lead and how to mitigate lead poisoning. Specific instructions for containment and clean-up, including practical suggestions. Being able to ask questions and get thoughtful answers. Being given resources to use.
I enjoy that the program has in-person training as well.
The instructor's use of stories
As a first timer learning about the specifics of lead paint and the handling of it, the stories - whether personal or someone else's as in the two shared videos - gave depth and meaning to the facts.
Well organized with knowledgeable instructors.
Learned alot
Kate was helpful with any questions we had
Kate is extremely knowledgeable
Kate's knowledge about all facets of lead.
Kate was a good speaker
Instructor was very knowledgeable and very helpful with answering questions. Did a wonderful job. I would take another glass with her.
Kate was very friendly, and presented all the info in a clear manner.
Kate is a very experienced person who knows everything that she talks about. I enjoyed the time spent listening to her.
I liked how in depth Kate talked about each section.
Convenience of Zoom, w/out losing instruction content.
Nick was excellent at both presenting and educating a room full of people. I would strongly recommend this program and him.
Nick was great, sharp, informative, a land lord so in the trenches with us.
It was very educational and simple to follow and highlighted the importance of lead safe practices.
The clear communication and amazing insight into how all these agencies function together and how to better navigate them myself.
Learning how to identify potentially unsafe hazards to keep my child safer.
Being on zoom made it easier to do my job
Kate was extremely knowledgeable and presented the material in a concise, easy to understand manner
I really enjoyed the instructors enthusiasm and experience in dealing with lead.
Kate is great!!
Online Course was conducted professionally. Everyone involved including the facilitator, Samantha Bagdon and the teacher were very responsive and comitted to making sure the experience was a smooth and informative one.
Clear speaker, easy to understand
Mark was great. He kept things upbeat and interesting.
Easy to understand
All the information provided was a huge help to improve my knowledge
Mark did a great job presenting the information. He was informative and kept the content/presentation interesting.
I think the course was well laid out and Mark did a great job teaching it
Class was taught by lead-edu. Instructor was great--though some of the questions on the test were very misleading. I think making "trick questions" is silly in this day and age--just make sure the folks know the information you told them.
I have taken this course with other instructors and this team does it well. Very well presented!
Information was well formatted and presented in a well organized manner
Great instructor. Mark was very serious about the subject and made it worth while listening too.
I felt that Mark had a nice, even energy level. I enjoyed the fact that he was willing to explain the most basic details of each module, and was willing to answer any questions put to him. He also utilized a teaching method I call "gentle repetition", which ensures the students of the program will absorb the pertinent facts. Very thorough and enjoyable job!
Well done
Class experience was what i expected.
Excellent presentation
A1
It was very well prepared and explanations and teacher was knowledgeable about the lead safe practices outside of what I formation was prepared.
Very Educational and easy to retain information.
Mark was a great instructor, he answered all of our questions.
The person teaching was really good at explaining everything throughly
Kate, Mark, Skylar have tremendous knowledge. Professional delivery and efficient use of time. Samantha does a fantastic job moderating to ensure success for all
Instructors were very informative and personable
All instructors worked well in informing the class.
The instructors ability to teach me the information without any prior knowledge of RRP
Excellent content and pace
I thought the class was really informative and organized.
Very well instructed.
The course was very informative and the instructors were all about making your learning experience worth going to again
What I liked most was fully understanding the importance of proper procedures and the causes of bad lead practices
Skylar's energy made it easy to stay engaged and absorb the material. It's tough to keep someone's attention for that long but he did it well.
Detailed information regarding all aspects of prep, work performance, cleanup, testing, disposal and record keeping.
Great job
Skyler did a great job
The class was vary helpful and the instructors were vary eager to help
Instructors were very friendly and helpful
Course materials were very informative and Skylar does an excellent job presenting the material in an informative and interesting manner.
Well done, slow paced, plenty of time allowed to ask questions or go back if necessary.
Very informative.
The instructor was easy to follow and more then thorough. This time is was a breeze. I would use this company every time! Thank you
Overall good experience.
Skylar and Samantha the instructors I had for the RRP class were amazing! They were very attentive, made sure everyone was understanding everything, and just overall great at teaching. They adapted well to the new guidelines in place because of covid and I actually enjoyed the class a lot even though I hate sitting in front of a computer.
Excellent class very knowledgeable
The instructor was very informative , And Help make the class as iinteresting as possible Throughout the whole 8 hours whole 8 hours . She also stayed an extra half hour to accommodate me So that I could take the test . I'd recommend the class to anybody
I really liked the class- I work in the office as the coordinator and I am responsible to make sure we have all the documentation for lead jobs this gave me a better understanding on what is needed in the field for documentation and also here at the office.
With the current circumstances, under the pandemic of COVID-19, Zackacademy accommodated the necessary Webinar that I needed for Lead Renovator Certification. Very informative. The instructor was very informational. The hostess was very professional. I highly recommend these instructors for any training that they offer.
Not having to drive to a class room and using Zoom for this portion was a nice benefit, as well as the visual aids and good instructors/ support team.
This class is awesome!!! Great team teaching and all necessary information.
Skylar was very thorough, I enjoyed him as an instructor.
Despite being taught online and being somewhat "dry" subject matter, I thought Skylar did a good job of keeping things positive and moving along. This is my third time through an RRP class so the content is largely a review. Still, I did pick up some important information.
The instructors were wonderful. Samantha made the whole process easy
Very thorough and knowledgeable on explaining the proper procedures!
The thoroughness of the program and how the instructors were upfront with us about what is need-to-know information and which information isn't as important.
It's simple, the instructors were engaging
The instructor was very professional and informative and had a great ability to teach in a way that held my interest through to the very end of the course.
Kate was Great!! very interesting class! I highly recommend this class and instructor
Very informative and professional atmosphere.
Very educational