Before 1978, the United States had little regulation or responsibility for lead-based paint and lead-contaminated homes. However, once the government better understood the dangers of lead exposure, the EPA’s Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting Rule (RRP) was put in place. […]
More often than not, homes built before 1978 contain traces of lead in paints on both the house’s interior and exterior. When renovating, demolishing, or reconstructing anything in a home built before tighter lead laws came into effect, it’s crucial […]
Do you need an EPA certification for the job you already have? Are you looking for a way to advance your career? There are two different ways to complete a lead certification course, online and in-person. But what are the […]
Most of us have heard about lead contamination and the dangers it can pose. You’re likely familiar with lead contamination in the context of the Flint, Michigan water crisis, which made national news in 2014 and is an ongoing problem […]
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 […]
These days, there is no shortage of home renovation shows on television to inspire a new homeowner. Just like you see on the screen, first-time buyers often opt for a “fixer-upper” or a house that needs renovations or removal. If […]
Although the dangers of lead are well documented, it’s been used extensively in construction for many years. It wasn’t until 1978 that the United States officially banned the use of lead materials in new construction. Lead poisoning poses a significant […]