NEW Lead Paint  – Lead Safe Renovation Rule, DHS 163
What?
  • new regulation for control of lead paint hazards.

Who?
  • all contractors working on pre-1978 housing.
  • remodeler, heating, plumbing, electrical, painting

When?
  • April 22, 2010 the regulation goes into affect
  • Are you READY?

What should I do?
Testing for Lead Paint?
  • many properties and renovation projects will benefit by having painted surfaces tested for lead paint (to bypass these new requirements on many projects)
  • some older properties where lead paint is common will likely just assume the presence of lead for a project

Call us for more information on any aspect of these new regulations.   Answers and advice are always free!

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Types of Buildings Affected:
  • pre-1978 residential where painted or stained surfaces will be impacted by renovation
  • homes and apartments
  • schools with kindergartens
  • pre-schools
  • daycare facilities
  • basically any structure occupied by children under age 6

Types of Projects:
  • renovation & remodeling
  • exterior – windows, siding, soffit/fascia
  • painting projects
  • wood flooring projects (stained/painted wood)
  • asbestos projects
  • water damage restoration
  • mold remediation projects
  • weatherization issues

It Requires:
  • training for lead-safe work practices
  • proper job site procedures
  • work site documentation
  • licensing by the state (lead company & individual)

Asbestos Issues
  • abatement required prior to disturbance
  • 100’s of building materials may contain asbestos
  • Call Us for Testing