January 30, 2024 9:27 pm Published by admin To work safely in a pre-1978 home, apartment building, school or daycare, workers must prove they’re EPA-certified. If a worker violates this rule, there can be legal consequences including large fines from the EPA. Here are the people who need lead safe certifications for contractors. See under schedule/payments for upcoming class dates. Remodelers, Electricians, Remediation [...]
October 30, 2023 9:14 pm Published by admin Every profession demands a transformative experience that empowers trainees with the knowledge, skills, and certification needed to excel in the competitive industry. Renovation Repair and Painting certifications in equip participants with the tools they need to thrive in their careers through expert instructions, industry networking, and a commitment to safety. Graduates emerge as skilled professionals [...]
August 18, 2023 3:36 pm Published by admin The certification for safety in renovation repair and painting projects assumes a pivotal role in safeguarding the well-being of tenants in pre-1978 properties. Lead-based paint, once commonly used, poses significant health risks, particularly to children and pregnant women. The RRP Lead Paint Certification training for contractors, contributes to creating safer and more secure living environments. [...]
May 19, 2023 7:22 pm Published by admin According to the EPA, all companies and persons who work in any form of renovation are required to be certified in lead safety. This would include plumbers, painters, electricians , HVAC, roofers, maintenance individuals, property managed, realtors, and anyone else who works or in a pre-1978 home, school or daycare. The EPA RRP (Renovation Repair [...]
January 30, 2023 8:44 pm Published by admin Lead paint has proved devastating for several generations of Americans. Unfortunately, given the large volume of existing construction that still has lead-based paint, it continues to be a major hazard throughout the Nation. If you’re looking for a way to expand the service offerings of your business, want to start your own company, or simply [...]
November 23, 2022 4:02 pm Published by admin The dangers of lead paint are well-known. Unfortunately, this wasn’t always the case. For many years, lead-based paints were regularly used throughout residential and commercial structures. Worse still, these products are often covered with new paint once their toxic nature was understood. As layers of new paint gradually chip and flake away, building residents can [...]
August 1, 2022 9:05 pm Published by admin The dangers of having lead in residential and commercial buildings have long been known. As such, companies and consumers want to hire professionals who can help them avoid the associated risks. One of the best ways to improve your marketability as a professional or as a multi-employee business is by investing in lead safe certification [...]
July 13, 2022 3:20 pm Published by admin Lead poisoning occurs when there is a harmful accumulation of lead, (which is a heavy metal) found in the body. This particular metal is incredibly disruptive to the cognitive development of children causing problems in language and learning processes. In the following guide, we look at how to protect your family from lead poisoning and [...]
March 2, 2022 5:49 pm Published by admin Property managers and homeowners strive to renovate apartments that will enhance comfort and always safeguard human health. They invest heavily to set up safety measures and adhere to health regulations set by the relevant state agencies. Unfortunately, lead issues are a common phenomenon in building constructed before 1978. The EPA banned lead in residential paints [...]
November 15, 2021 9:25 pm Published by admin Whether you’ve recently purchased an older property to remodel then flip, or you’ve bought existing construction to move your family in, there are several potential hazards that you should be aware of. This is certainly the case when it comes to lead based paint. With top-rated lead inspections from GCE Services you can keep everyone [...]
