EPA Training

Did you know that APRIL 2010 IS YOUR DEADLINE TO BE IN COMPLIANCE WITH EPA GUIDELINES TO CONDUCT LEAD-BASED PAINT ACTIVITIES and RENOVATIONS

To register to attend an EPA Training session, :
http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=i6bcxkcab&oeidk=a07e3s3rstz93c27554

The EPA will require that you and all your employees be trained to properly control the results from disturbing any surface containing lead. This applies to wherever you work that might have children living or visiting the location. You must control the work area, minimize the dust, clean thoroughly, and maintain proper records. Oh yes, and pay additional fees and training costs. You can’t do this on your own. You’ll be required to take 8 hours of training led by EPA trained and qualified instructors. This program is called RRP and provides EPA accredited training. Your company must submit an application for your firm to become certified and then pay a fee. The processing of these applications will start immediately.

Whenever you do such work there are 13 different items you’ll be responsible to track and report to the EPA each and every time you are demolishing surfaces created prior to 1987. You’re to provide a five day pre-notification filing that can be waived however if certain conditions apply. One thing is clear; you’ll be in serious trouble if you aren’t prepared. NARI of Los Angeles will be helping our member’s sort this out and offer a training course in order to be in compliance before this looming dead line.

Best Regards,
Board of Directors
NARI of Los Angeles.


CLASS INFORMATION:
Saturday, March 26, 7 AM - 4PM
Saturday, April 16, 7 AM - 4PM

Saturday, May 21, 7 AM - 4PM

Doors open at 7:00am for registration and a continental breakfast.

EPA Federal Law - Federal Hour rules apply. Must show 7am-4pm.

FEE:
$200.00 for NARI Members
$225.00 for Non-NARI Members

PAYMENT:
We accept VISA & MASTERCARD or Checks.
For creditcards: card number, expiration date and 3 digit code.
For checks: please write check out to NARI of Los Angeles.

LOCATION:
Los Angeles Area (To be determined) Map and link will be provided after your registration.

ABOUT RRP TRAINING:
1. Any persons or firm disturbing painted surfaces painted prior to 1978 must be EPA certified.
2. It includes any renovations which modify the building.
3. The"Certified" EPA trained renovator must post signs, create an abatement plan and maintian the recordation of the related records for a period of at least three years.
4. The plan includes the measure to protect workers and children during and through final cleanup.
5. The EPA is mandated to impose "harsh" fines to insure compliance, including imprisonment.
6. All surfaces are to be cleaned in the work area with a HEPA vacuum and by wiping with a damp cloth.
7. All occupants within the work area must be notified of the EPA lead abatement requirements and must certify they have recieved such notice.
8.The classes will start at 7 AM breakfast is included.
9. The waste produced by these operations may be disposed of in the same manner as household debris. However, the debris must be kept in a manner so that dust is not produced in the assembly, transport or disposal of these materials.
10. Visit the site and learn more at: www.epa.gov/lead/pubs/renovation.htm#requirements

CONTACT:
Chuck Schutz
Education Chair, NARI of Los Angeles
(626) 232-9063
email: Charles.Schutz@qvbuilding.com