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NH Division of Public Health ServicesDepartment of Health and Human ServicesHealthy Homes & Lead Poisoning Protection Program
Consortium of New England States and Tribes
Licensing, Certification, and
Reciprocity
USEPA 40CFR Part 745 Toxic Substance Control Act (TCSA) Section 402
requirements for lead-based paint in target housing and
child occupied facilities
Purpose is to ensure individuals conducting lead based paint
activities are properly trained and certified, training
programs are accredited, and activities are conducted
according to reliable, effective, and safe work practice
standards
TCSA Section 404 allowed States and Tribes to seek
authorization to administer and enforce the regulations
developed under section 402
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Reciprocity – what does it mean?
Reciprocity addresses the transferability of training
course curricula between EPA authorized states
Reciprocity covers the training that is needed to apply
for certification in the lead disciplines in each state.
Reciprocity does not allow you to apply your license or
certification to different states.
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New Hampshire
Offers licensing and certification for five disciplines
(worker, supervisor, contractor, inspector, and risk
assessor)
Licensing on a June-June cycle for workers, supervisors,
and contractors
Licensing on a January to January cycle for Inspectors
and Risk Assessors
Fees are pro-rated based on date licensed
New Hampshire
To apply for reciprocity the following is needed:
A completed application
A copy of the current license issued by another state,
Tribal Nation, or the EPA;
A copy of a valid initial or refresher course
completion certificate
Passing of both the EPA and NH exams (required
every 3 years)
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New Hampshire
RSA 130-A:
http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/rsa/html/NHTOC/NHTOC-X-130-A.htm
He-P 1600:
http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/rules/state_agencies/he-p1600.html
Applications can be found here:
http://www.dhhs.state.nh.us/dphs/bchs/clpp/forms.htm
New Hampshire
Licensing Contact Information
Knatalie Vetter
NH Department of Health and Human Services
29 Hazen Drive
Concord, NH 03301-6504
E-mail: [email protected]
Phone (603) 271-4719, Fax (603) 271-3991
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Connecticut Licensure
Lead Abatement Contractor License
Companies that perform lead hazard reduction by
means of abatement.
Must employ CT DPH certified lead abatement
supervisors to oversee such lead abatement
activities.
Must CT DPH employ certified lead abatement
workers to perform such abatement activities.
Connecticut Licensure
Lead Consultant Contractor License
Companies that perform lead hazard reduction
consultation work.
Must employ CT DPH certified:
lead inspectors,
lead inspector risk assessors, and/or
lead planner-project designers.
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Connecticut LicensureLead Consultant Certifications
These certifications are for individuals who conduct lead
inspections, lead risk assessments, or prepare lead
abatement plans (planner-project designer).
For reciprocity, individuals with the appropriate
training must also complete an approved CT third party
exam and obtain a certificate in one of the lead disciplines
listed above from the CT DPH to work in CT.
Individuals must be employed by a Lead Consultant
Contractor who holds a valid license from the CT DPH.
Connecticut CertificationLead Abatement Supervisor Certifications
This certification is for individuals who oversee lead
abatement activities.
For reciprocity, individuals with the appropriate
training must also complete an approved CT third party
exam and obtain a certificate as a lead abatement
supervisor from the CT DPH to work in CT.
Individuals must be employed by a Lead Abatement
Contractor who holds a valid license from the CT DPH.
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Connecticut CertificationLead Abatement Worker Certifications
This certification is for individuals who perform lead
abatement activities.
For reciprocity, individuals with the appropriate
training must also complete an approved CT third
party exam and obtain a certificate as a lead
abatement worker from the CT DPH to work in CT.
Individuals must be employed by a Lead Abatement
Contractor who holds a valid license from the CT
DPH.
Connecticut Certification
Lead Sampling Technician
This discipline is not recognized in Connecticut.
Individuals collecting dust wipe samples are required
to be certified as a lead inspector and working for a
licensed lead consultant contractor.
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Connecticut’s Licensing Website
www.ct.gov/dph/lead
Forms and Applications
(bottom left)
Connecticut’s Licensing Website
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Connecticut’s Licensing Website
Connecticut’s Licensing Website
Who do you call to answer questions?
The CT DPH Environmental Practitioner Licensure Unit
at:
860-509-7559
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New England Lead Conference 2015
Reciprocity
Jamie Tansey, Program Manager
Lead & Asbestos Hazard Prevention
Program (L&AHPP)
MAINE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Protecting Maine’s Air, Land and Water
DEP Lead Program
Before engaging in any lead abatement activities the entities must be licensed or certified pursuant to Chapter 424 Lead Management Regulations.
pursuant to Ch. 424.
MAINE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION www.maine.gov/dep
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DEP Lead Program
Maine Lead rules and regulations
• 38 MRSA § 1291-1298 Lead
• State of Maine Chapter 424 Lead Management Regulations
MAINE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION www.maine.gov/dep
DEP Lead Program• Lead professional categories requiring
licensure/certification:– Abatement Contractors– Training Providers– Lead Inspectors– Risk Assessors– Designers– Supervisors– Workers– Sampling Technicians
MAINE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION www.maine.gov/dep
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DEP Lead Program
Maine can accept equivalent training taken from out-of-state Training Providers but individuals must take the Maine-specific exam for that category and be certified by the Department prior to engaging in any lead-based paint activities.
pursuant to Ch. 424.MAINE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION www.maine.gov/dep
DEP Lead Program
• A completed application
• Initial training and applicable refresher
training certificates
• Certified Check or Money Order
• 2 x 2 Color Photo
pursuant to Ch. 424.MAINE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION www.maine.gov/dep
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DEP Lead Program
pursuant to Ch. 424.
MAINE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION www.maine.gov/dep
DEP Lead Program
• In short:
• Training can be recognized.
• Licensing is not..
MAINE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION www.maine.gov/dep
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DEP Lead Program
• Questions?
• Visit website www.maine.gov/dep/waste/lead/index.html
• Call Sandy Moody @ 207-287-7751 for assistance with licensure/certification questions
MAINE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION www.maine.gov/dep
MassachusettsRequires licensing and certification for abatement
(deleading) disciplines.
DLS has EPA delegated authority to enforce Lead Safe
Renovation (RRP).
worker, supervisor, contractor - DLS
Inspectors (can be public or private) -DPH/CLPPP
Risk Assessors
Local Level (Lead Determinators)
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MassachusettsAbatement/deleading supervisor and worker training
conducted by an authorized training provider (EPA or
other State) can be recognized as equivalent in Mass
(does not apply to Lead Inspector/RA)
A completed application
Initial training and applicable refresher training certificates
Supervisors must pass 3rd party exam (given at DLS Boston Office by
appointment) (One time)
Certified Check or Money Order
Lead Safe Renovation Supervisors (RRP) training is recognized
MassachusettsMass Lead Law
https://malegislature.gov/Laws/GeneralLaws/PartI/TitleXVI/C
hapter111/Section197
CLPP Regulation: 105 CMR 460.000
http://www.mass.gov/eohhs/docs/dph/regs/105cmr460.pdf
DLS Regulation: 454 CMR 22.00
http://www.mass.gov/lwd/docs/dos/lead-asbestos/lead/454-cmr-
22-00-deleading-and-lead-safe-renovation-regs-7-4-14.pdf
(Most) Applications can be found here:
http://www.mass.gov/lwd/labor-standards/deleading-and-
lead-safety/.pdf
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Massachusetts
In short:
Training can be recognized. (not for I/RA)
Licensing (Contractor/Business) is not. (There is no
“multi-state” license in Massachusetts.)
Massachusetts Licensing Contact
Information
Inspector/Risk Assessor:
Mass Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program
(CLPPP) www.mass.gov/dph/clppp
Deleading and Lead Safe Renovation
Contractor/Supervisor/Worker:
Mass Department of Labor Standards (DLS)
www.mass.gov/dols
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RI Licensing RequirementsRI Licensing RequirementsRI Licensing RequirementsRI Licensing Requirements
Lead Hazard Reduction Contractor – Initial License• Lead Hazard Reduction Contractor initial application; and• Lead Hazard Reduction Contractor Agent application; and• Current registration with RI Contractors Registration Board; and• Respiratory Protection Program approved by RIDOH; and • $200 application fee.
Lead Hazard Reduction Contractor – Renewal
• Lead Hazard Reduction Contractor renewal application; and
• Lead Hazard Reduction Contractor Agent application; and
• Current registration with RI Contractors Registration Board; and
• Respiratory Protection Program approved by RIDOH; and
• $200 application fee.
RI Licensing RequirementsRI Licensing RequirementsRI Licensing RequirementsRI Licensing Requirements
Lead Hazard Reduction Contractor Agent – Initial License
• Lead Hazard Reduction Contractor Agent initial application; and
• High School Diploma, GED, or 3 years of experience; and
• 40-hour RI Lead Hazard Reduction Site Supervisor Training Course; and
• Passed RI written and practicum examinations; and
• Copy of annual blood lead testing.
Lead Hazard Reduction Contractor Agent – Renewal
• Lead Hazard Reduction Contractor Agent renewal application; and
• 8-hour RI Lead Hazard Reduction Site supervisor Review Course; and
• Copy of annual blood lead testing
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RI Licensing RequirementsRI Licensing RequirementsRI Licensing RequirementsRI Licensing Requirements
Lead Hazard Reduction Site Supervisor – Initial License
• Lead Hazard Reduction Site Supervisor initial application; and
• 40-hour RI Lead Hazard Reduction Training Course; or
• CONEST Lead Abatement Supervisor license and 8-hour RI Lead Hazard Reduction Site Supervisor Training Course; and
• Passed RI written and practicum examinations; and
• Copy of annual blood lead testing; and
• $100 application fee.
Lead Hazard Reduction Site Supervisor – Renewal
• Lead Hazard Reduction Site Supervisor renewal application; and
• 8-hour RI Lead Hazard Reduction Site Supervisor Review Course; and
• Copy of annual blood lead testing; and
• $100 application fee.
RI Licensing RequirementsRI Licensing RequirementsRI Licensing RequirementsRI Licensing Requirements
Lead Hazard Reduction Worker – Initial License
• Lead Hazard Reduction Worker initial license application; and
• 24-hour RI Lead Hazard Reduction Worker Training Course; or
• CONEST Lead Abatement Worker license and 8-hour RI Lead Hazard Reduction Worker Training Course; and
• Passed RI written and practicum examinations; and
• Copy of annual blood lead testing; and
• $30 application fee.
Lead Hazard Reduction Worker – Renewal
• Lead Hazard Reduction Worker renewal application; and
• 8-hour RI Lead Hazard Reduction Worker Training Course; and
• Copy of annual blood lead testing; and
• $30 application fee.
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RI Licensing RequirementsRI Licensing RequirementsRI Licensing RequirementsRI Licensing Requirements
Lead Hazard Reduction Worker-in-Training – Initial License
• Lead Hazard Reduction Worker-in-Training initial application; and
• 24-hour RI Lead Hazard Reduction Worker Training Course; and
• Copy of annual blood lead testing; and
• $20 application fee.
Lead Hazard Reduction Worker-in-Training - Renewal
• Lead Hazard Reduction Worker-in-Training renewal application
RI Licensing RequirementsRI Licensing RequirementsRI Licensing RequirementsRI Licensing Requirements
Lead Hazard Control Firm – Initial License
• Lead Hazard Control Firm initial license application; and
• Current RI Lead-Safe Remodeler/Renovator license; or
• Current RRP certification from EPA or an EPA-authorized State or Indian Tribe; and
• $40 application fee.
Lead Hazard Control Firm – Renewal
• Lead Hazard Control Firm renewal application; and
• Current RI Lead-Safe Remodeler/Renovator license; or
• Current RRP certification from EPA or an EPA-authorized State or Indian Tribe; and
• $40 application fee.
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RI Licensing RequirementsRI Licensing RequirementsRI Licensing RequirementsRI Licensing Requirements
Lead Renovator – Initial Certification
• Current RI Lead Hazard Reduction Site Supervisor license; or
• Current RI Lead Hazard Reduction Worker license; or
• Current RI Lead-Safe Remodeler/Renovator license; or
• Current 8-hour RRP certification from EPA or an EPA-authorized State or Indian Tribe.
Lead Renovator – Renewal
• Current 8-hour or 4-hour RRP certification, as applicable, from EPA or an EPA-authorized State or Indian Tribe.
RI Licensing RequirementsRI Licensing RequirementsRI Licensing RequirementsRI Licensing Requirements
Environmental Lead Inspector – Initial License
• Environmental Lead Inspector initial application; and
• 40-hour RI Environmental Lead Inspector Training Course; and
• Passed RI written and practicum examinations; and
• Documentation of required education, experience, and/or supervised field apprenticeship; and
• $200 application fee.
Environmental Lead Inspector – Renewal
• Environmental Lead Inspector renewal application; and
• 8-hour RI Environmental Lead Inspector Review Course; and
• $200 application fee.
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RI Licensing RequirementsRI Licensing RequirementsRI Licensing RequirementsRI Licensing Requirements
Environmental Lead Technician – Initial License
• Environmental Lead Technician initial application; and
• 24-hour RI Environmental Lead Technician Training Course; and
• Passed RI written and practicum examinations; and
• $100 application fee.
Environmental Lead Technician – Renewal
• Environmental Lead Technician renewal application; and
• 8-hour RI Environmental Lead Technician Review Course; and
• $100 application fee.
RI Licensing RequirementsRI Licensing RequirementsRI Licensing RequirementsRI Licensing Requirements
Environmental Lead Assessor – Initial License
• Environmental Lead Assessor initial application; and
• 16-hour RI Environmental Lead Assessor Training Course; and
• Documentation of employment to act as an enforcing officer under the RI Housing Maintenance and Occupancy Code.
Environmental Lead Assessor – Renewal
• Environmental Lead Assessor renewal application; and
• 8-hour RI Environmental Lead Assessor Review Course; and
• Documentation of employment to act as an enforcing officer under the RI Housing Maintenance and Occupancy Code.
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Vermont Licensing Contact
Information
Patrick Brown (Technical Contact - Lead, and Licensing)
Asbestos & Lead Regulatory Program
VT Department of Health
Environmental Health Division
E-Mail: [email protected]
Phone: (802) 863-7236, Fax (802) 863-7483
Questions???