Last month the EPA’s Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting rule governing the work of professional remodelers in homes where there is lead-based paint went to effect. Those working in pre-1978 homes will need to be certified. Individuals are required to complete the application and will also need to complete a training course to be considered a “Certified Renovator."
A host of organizations and private environmental companies offer the eight-hour, EPA-authorized certification course. You can find a list of authorized trainers at the EPA's Accredited Renovation Training Programs page.
Lead paint, which is now outlawed, poses a significant health hazard particularly to children and pregnant women. Lead poisoning is toxic to organs and tissues including the heart, intestines, kidneys and the reproductive and nervous systems, which can leading to permanent learning and behavioral disorders.
The training curriculum consists of an eight-hour class with two hours of hands-on training. Check out the EPA’s link below for more details.
http://epa.gov/lead/pubs/renovation.htm#owners
