Lead EPA Worker 16 Hrs Initial

The Lead EPA Worker Initial course is a comprehensive 16-hour training program designed for workers who are new to lead-safe renovation, repair, and painting (RRP) projects. This course provides in-depth instruction on EPA regulations, lead hazard recognition, and safe work practices for handling lead-based materials in homes and buildings built before 1978.

Participants will gain the knowledge and practical skills required to perform lead-safe work while protecting themselves, their coworkers, and building occupants from lead exposure.

What This Course Covers

• Introduction to EPA Lead RRP regulations

• Lead hazard recognition and risk assessment

• Safe work practices for renovation, repair, and painting projects

• Proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

• Containment, cleanup, and disposal procedures

• Decontamination and hygiene practices

• Worker responsibilities and compliance requirements

• Hands-on practical exercises for lead-safe work techniques

• Minimizing exposure for workers and building occupants

Who Should Attend?

• Painters, contractors, and maintenance staff

• Workers performing renovation, repair, or painting in buildings built before 1978

• Individuals seeking initial Lead EPA Worker certification

Course Duration

16 Hours (Two-Day Training)
Includes classroom instruction and practical hands-on exercises.

Certification

Participants will receive a Lead EPA Worker Initial Certificate upon successful completion of the course.

Why This Training Is Important

• Provides essential knowledge and practical skills for safe lead work

• Ensures compliance with EPA regulations and lead-safe practices

• Reduces risk of lead exposure to workers and building occupants

• Prepares participants for real-world renovation, repair, and painting projects