Lead-Paint Training Services

Disturbing lead paint during renovations, repairs, or painting projects can be dangerous. This is why federal and state agencies require certifications for contractors working on homes or other buildings with a history of lead paint.

Training courses are available from professional lead training providers to teach workers and supervisors the right methods to complete abatement and follow strict safety protocols. Avoid costly government fines by finding the course that is right for you today!

Site Assessment

Site Assessment Los Angeles is an on-site investigation of lead hazards by a certified Lead Inspector or Risk Assessor. This inspection is conducted in accordance with TELRR, section 402 of the Toxic Substances Control Act.

This service includes a thorough building survey and oversight of abatement projects that involve removing lead paint from interior surfaces or soil or the permanent containment and encapsulation of lead paint. EPA standards require that all abatement work be completed by a certified lead inspector or risk assessor.

The Lead Hazard Risk Assessment course focuses on detecting lead hazards in paint, dust, and soil as well as integrating interim controls of these hazards into owners' or landlords' ongoing management and maintenance operations. It teaches students how to conduct risk assessments using EPA's model risk-assessment curriculum.

Risk assessors are a vital component of the construction industry, as they can assist in lead hazard reduction projects by determining if hazards are present and providing options for eliminating these hazards. EPA requires that all risk assessors complete initial training as well as a refresher class.

Phase 1 ESA

A Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) is a process of determining if a property is contaminated with chemicals and other hazardous materials. This is an important step in a real estate transaction or redevelopment of a property, because it can help protect both the buyer and seller from possible future concerns.

A typical Phase 1 ESA involves reviewing current and historical land use to determine if the property has been used for Schedule 2 activities, as defined by the BC Contaminated Sites Regulations. If a potential problem is found, the results of the investigation can be utilized to make recommendations as to whether a Phase 2 ESA should be conducted.

While there are a number of companies that can conduct the Phase 1 ESA, it is essential to choose an experienced firm that knows how to properly do a thorough, reliable ESA that follows industry standards. A lot of the cheaper firms are offering low prices for their services, but they will not be up to par and can result in inaccurate or useless results.

LEED Air Sampling

During construction and renovation, many project teams elect to conduct LEED Air Sampling. This can be done in a matter of hours and is an easy and quick way to verify that the indoor air quality at a newly constructed building meets the EPA's protocol for environmental requirements.

However, meeting LEED IEQc3.2 with this option requires a strategy and methodology that meets the rigorous requirements of the credit to avoid additional costs and delays from retesting. This is especially true for tight construction schedules.

Lead-Paint Training Services has conducted LEED Air Sampling California for a variety of clients, including hospitals, laboratories, office buildings, residential complexes and more. Contact us today to discuss your needs.

California IAQ

Many people work in buildings that have poor IAQ, or Indoor Air Quality. They may experience headaches, fatigue or itching or burning eyes. Some symptoms, such as coughing or shortness of breath, are serious.

Symptoms of IAQ problems can be hard to diagnose and may not appear until after you leave the building. The symptoms may be associated with a specific time of day, season or location in the building.

The Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule requires contractors who disturb lead based paint in pre-1978 target housing and child-occupied facilities to be trained and certified. They must provide educational materials to residents and follow lead-safe work practices.

SCS is a certified Lead Safe Paint(r) certification program provider that meets the requirements of IPEN, a global NGO and international leader in chemical safety. The certification enables the use of the approved Lead Safe Paint(r) label.