Workplace safety is more than just a concept; it’s a necessity. In various industries, ensuring the well-being of employees means adhering to safety standards and guidelines. This is where the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)’s training comes into play. […]
Learn about the requirements for EPA lead renovator certification, including training options, key topics covered, renewal timelines, and costs.
Learn what an RRP certification is and how it benefits contractors by ensuring safety, compliance, and business protection.
Over 1.2 million children in the U.S. have suffered from lead toxicity. While there was a sweeping ban in 1978 that made lead paint illegal, the toxic metal can still be found in many homes. High exposure from lead can […]
Renovating homes and buildings built before 1978 always carries the risk of disturbing lead-contaminated items and areas. Nearly 50 million households in the United States contain building materials coated with lead paint. Extended exposure to lead is dangerous, so disturbing […]
Lead paint is a hazardous material used in construction and manufacturing for many decades. Finally, in 1978, the United States government decided to ban the substance by introducing the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Lead Renovation, Repair, and Repainting Rule (RRP). […]
Lead is a naturally occurring element found in almost every part of our environment, from the soil, water, air, and even your own home. Until 1978, when the United States banned its use in residential and commercial construction, many common […]
What Is Lead Abatement? If you’re not well-versed in the world of construction, abatement might be an unusual term that’s outside of your typical vocabulary. Lead abatement refers to the process of removing hazardous materials contaminated by lead. Abatement also […]
For hundreds of years, lead has been used in a wide variety of housing materials. Whether it’s water pipes or old paint — lead can be found in homes or residential buildings — especially those built before 1978. Lead is […]
For some property owners, lead paint is an inevitable piece of old structures that can have severe consequences if it’s not managed properly. Homes built before 1978 are typically where you’ll find lead paint because it was that year lead […]