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FAQ - Individuals Seeking Lead Abatement Recertification
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You must be recertified by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) before your current certification expires if you wish to continue conducting lead-based paint activities as an Inspector, Supervisor, Risk Assessor, Project Designer, or Abatement Worker in States and Indian tribal lands where EPA implements the lead-based paint certification program. The following are questions frequently asked by individuals seeking recertification. What must I do to be recertified? Which refresher training courses must I take? When must I take refresher training? Must I take a 3rd party certification exam? How do I apply for recertification? When do I apply for recertification? Are there any special requirements for the passport photos? Where do I mail my application? Where can I get more information or copies of the application forms and instructions? What must I do to be recertified?Prior to the expiration of your current certificate, you must take an accredited refresher training course, you must apply to EPA for recertification, and you must pay a recertification fee. Which refresher training courses must I take?You must take an accredited refresher training course for each discipline in which you are certified. The courses must be accredited either by EPA or by an EPA-authorized State or Tribal lead-based paint program. When must I take refresher training?You must take refresher training before you apply for recertification to EPA. You should begin looking for available courses well before your current certification expires, because refresher courses may not be available in your area on a frequent basis. However, EPA recommends that you take your refresher training no earlier than 18 months before your current certification expires. You will not lose time from your current certification if you take refresher training early. When you apply for recertification, EPA will issue you a certificate that begins on your current expiration date and expires 3 years from that date. If you are unable to find an accredited refresher course in your discipline, you may take an accredited initial course in your discipline. If you choose this option, you must successfully complete the entire course. Must I take a 3rd party certification exam?No 3rd Party Exam is required for recertification, even if you choose to take another initial training course rather than a refresher training course. How do I apply for recertification?To apply for recertification, you must send the following materials to EPA:
When do I apply for recertification?You must be recertified by EPA before your current certification expires. EPA therefore recommends that you submit your application for recertification no later than 90 days before your current certification expires. Are there any special requirements for the passport photos?Yes, you must submit two identical passport photographs of you alone. The photographs must be:
Also note that retouched, digital, and profile images are not acceptable. Where do I mail my application?Mail your application to the following address: U.S. EPA You should keep a copy of your application package, including your check or money order. You may wish to request a proof of mailing from the US Postal Service to document the date that you mailed your application. Where can I get more information or copies of the application forms and instructions?General information, forms, and instructions are available from the National Lead Information Center (NLIC) at 1-800-424-LEAD (5323) or on EPA's website at www.epa.gov/lead The forms and instructions are available at www.epa.gov/lead/traincert.htm
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