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Materials and Downloads for Training Providers Related to Renovation, Repair and Painting

Special instructions for accreditation to provide electronic learning (PDF) . This document provides information for trainers who wish to offer electronic training (e-learning) options for the Certified Renovator and Lead Dust Sampling Technician training.

Instructions for Accredited Training Providers. This page provides EPA accredited renovator and dust sampling technician training providers instructions regarding:

  • Certificate requirements and numbering protocol
  • How to notify EPA of training activities
  • Eligibility requirements for refresher training
  • Instructions for digital photograph submission
  • Recordkeeping requirements

Renovation, repair and painting rule courses . These courses include both traditional and e-learning models developed by the U.S. EPA, in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), to train renovation, repair, and painting contractors and dust sampling technicians on how to comply with EPA's Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule, and HUD's Lead Safe Housing Rule.

"Renovate Right: Important Lead Hazard Information for Families, Child Care Providers, and Schools." This pamphlet provides basic facts about lead and information about lead safety when work is being done in homes, child care facilities or schools.

"Small Entity Compliance Guide to Renovate Right." A handbook for contractors, property managers, and maintenance personnel working in homes, child care facilities, and schools built before 1978.

"Steps to Lead-Safe Renovation, Repair and Painting." A guide to lead-safe renovation, repair, and painting that covers basic lead-safe practices and can be used as a training guide outside of the classroom in conjunction with on-the-job demonstrations and hands-on training.

Cleaning Verification Cards. Trainers can obtain copies of the Cleaning Verification Cards by contacting the National Lead Information Center at 1-800-424-LEAD (5323).

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