Lead Paint Rule Opt-Out Revoked

On April 23, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced release of an amendment to the Lead: Renovation, Repair and Painting rule that removes the opt-out provision for pre-1978 homes without pregnant women or children under age six in residence.

Lead Based Paint Training Available

As of April 22, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will require all contractors working in homes built before lead paint was banned in 1978 to be trained and certified under the Lead Paint: Renovation, Repair and Painting rule (LRRP). Contractors subject to the rule include remodelers, carpenters, plumbers, heating and air conditioning workers, window installers and others.

Remodelers Struggle To Meet Lead Paint Rule Deadline

A shortage of EPA-accredited trainers means that home owners planning a remodeling project this spring may not be able to find a qualified remodeler if a new regulation from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) goes into effect as scheduled, according to the National Association of Home Builders.

Following Litigation, EPA Plans Changes to Lead Paint Rule

A U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) court settlement regarding requirements for remodelers doing work in homes built before 1978 is likely to result in future rule changes — but does not change the April 2010 deadline for lead-safe work practice training and certification required for all remodelers working in pre-1978 homes.

Prepare Now for the Lead Paint Rule

A number of resources to help members comply with the new lead paint rule have been produced by the National Association of Home Builders. Remodelers and builders who do renovation or remodeling projects in homes built before 1978 must soon comply with the new lead paint safety requirements set by the U.S.