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Training and Accreditation

Individuals should be properly trained and certified if they are conducting lead-based paint abatement, risk assessment or inspections.  Training programs should be accredited according to lead safe work practice standards.  For information about training and accreditation, please visit the sites below:

• Accreditation Application for Training Programs (this is an application for accreditation for training programs) [Adobe Acrobat PDF file, About PDF]

• Training and Certification Program for Lead-Based Paint Activities in Target Housing and Child Occupied Facilities - Section 402/404 (EPA published a final rule for the certification training of lead-based paint professionals)

• State Requirement

Region 3 The Mid-Atlantic States