Lead-Safe Certification
New Lead-Safe Certification Training
In April 2008, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a rule requiring the use of lead safe practices to prevent lead poisoning in adults and children. Beginning in April 2010, contractors performing renovation, repair, remodeling and painting projects that disturb lead-based paint in homes, child care facilities, and schools built before 1978 must be certified and must follow specific work practices to prevent contamination. Failure to comply and become Lead-Safe Certified will result in costly fines.
Who Requires Lead-Safe Certification
Painters, plumbers, carpenters, electricians & window installers who are paid to perform work that disturbs paint in housing and child-occupied facilities built before 1978.
Why Become Certified
- Avoid tens of thousands of dollars in fines and potential lawsuits.
- Protection from health risks associated with inaled or ingested dust.
What is Included in the Lead-Safe Certification Course
Eight hours of training includes:
- Containing the work area
- Cleaning up thoroughly
- Avoiding renovation methods that generate large amounts of lead contaminated dust
- Training non-certified workers
- Certification examination is also included at the end of the class (successful completeion results in five year certification)
When & Where Courses are Being Held
Sept. 6, 2011
8:00AM-5:00PM
Fowler Family Southside Center, Room 627
Course code: CSTT1003-Q3
Fee: $299
Nov. 15, 2011
8:00AM-5:00PM
Fowler Family Southside Center, Room 527
Course code: CSTT1003-Q4Fee: $299
How to Enroll to Become Certified
Call1-877-543-0998 or in person at the Student Enrollment Center. Please reference course codes above when registering. You may also register online at www.northampton.edu.
Course fee of $299 is due at the time of registration.
For More Information
Please call 610-332-6596 or email safety@northampton.edu.
To download the program, please click here.