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Lead Training Classes
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Worker -
Sampling Tech -
Supervisor/Monitor -
Inspector/Assessor
General Refresher
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Worker Refresher
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Lead Awareness
EPA Renovation, Repair & Painting (RRP)
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Lead Worker
(CDPH) - English or Spanish
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Description:
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This
3-day class
includes: introduction to the history of lead, how lead is used, the health effects of lead poisoning, lead regulations, hazard recognition and control, medical surveillance, medical removal, personal protective measures, respirators, clothing and hygiene, work practices during abatement.
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Hours:
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for dates & location)
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3 days, 8AM to 5PM (24 contact hours)
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Who should take the
Worker
course:
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Persons wishing to perform abatement or who need information about lead safe work practices
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Worker course agenda:
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Day One
Introduction
Course Overview
What is Lead?
Health Effects
Laws, Regs and Standards
Respirators
Personal Protective Equip
Identifying LBP Hazards
Controlling LBP Hazards
Job Set-Up
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Day Two
Abatement Methods
Soil & Exterior Dust Abatement
Cleanup, Disposal & Clearance
Other Health & Safety Issues
Hands-on Training
Day Three
Hands-on Training
Review
Exam
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Note: To become certified as a lead worker you must also apply and pay a fee to the State of California (cost $75 per year).
For more info see
State Certification.
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Lead Sampling Technician
(CDPH)
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Description:
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This
1-day class
provides Sampling Technicians with the basic information they need to perform their work. This includes background on health risks of lead; how to conduct a visual assessment and visual examination; how to collect dust wipe, paint chip, and soil samples plus an overview of how to use an XRF analyzer. Sampling Techs must also attend an additional 8-hour manufacturer's training before using an XRF. (NOTE: Sampling Technicians are required to work under the supervision of a certified lead Inspector/Risk Assessor.)
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Hours:
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schedule
for dates & location)
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1 day, 8AM to 5PM (8 contact hours)
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Who should take the
Sampling Technician
course:
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Persons who need to perform visual inspections and examinations, collect soil, dust, and paint chip samples and use an XRF analyzer.
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Sampling Technician course agenda:
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Introduction
Sources of Lead
Health Effects of Lead Exposure
Hazard: Lead-Based Paint
Hazard: Lead Contaminated Dust
Hazard: Lead Contaminated Soil
Lead Hazard Evaluation
Lead Paint Inspections
Risk Assessments
Clearance Inspections
Roles and Responsibilities
Conducting a Visual Assessment and Visual Examination
Overview of the Visual Assessment
The Testing Combination
Recording the Results
Overview of the Visual Examination
Lead Sampling Methods
Introduction to Sampling
Dust Wipe Sampling
Paint Chip Sampling
Soil Sampling
Sending Paint, Dust, and Soil Samples to the Lab
Protecting Yourself and Others
XRF Analysis
The Purpose of an XRF Analysis
The Safe Use of an XRF Analyzer
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Note: To become certified as a lead sampling technician you must also apply and pay a fee to the State of California (cost $75 per year).
For more info see
State Certification.
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Lead Supervisor/Project Monitor
(CDPH)(English and Spanish available)
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Description:
(Prerequisite: 3-day Worker)
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This
2-day class
includes: a review of the history of lead, facts about how lead is used, the health effects of lead poisoning, lead regulations, the roles and responsibilities of the supervisor and the project monitor, state certification procedures, liability and insurance issues, abatement and interim control techniques, lead regulations, contract specs, supervision techniques, sampling soil, dust and air, clearance testing, waste disposal, cost estimating and recordkeeping.
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Hours:
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schedule
for dates & location)
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2 days, 8AM to 5PM (16 contact hours)
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Who should take the
Supervisor/Project Monitor
course:
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Consultants, contractors, supervisors, engineers, architects, regulators, building owners and managers, grant program managers, painters
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Supervisor / Monitor course agenda:
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Day One
Introduction
Roles & Responsibilities
Insurance Issues
Regulations
Record Keeping
Supervisory Skills
Contract Specs
Worksite Prep
Interim Controls
Abatement
Cleanup
Air Sampling (Hands-On)
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Day Two
Review
Dust, Soil, Paint Chip Samples
Assembling a Team
Abatement Plans
Cost Estimation
Community Relations
Site Characterization
Clearance
Hazardous Waste
Project Monitor's Job
Review
Exam
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Note: To become certified as a lead supervisor and/or lead project monitor in California, you must also pass a state exam administered by
CPS, a third party testing company (There are two different exams, one for supervisor and one for project monitor). You must also apply and pay a fee to the State of California ($75 per year each for supervisor and/or project monitor). For more info see
State Certification.
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Lead Inspector/Risk Assessor
(CDPH)
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Description:
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This
5-day class
includes: introduction to the history of lead, facts about how lead is used, the health effects of lead poisoning, lead regulations, the roles and responsibilities of the inspector and assessor, state certification procedures, inspection and assessment protocols, clearance testing, visual inspections, radiation safety, interpretation of sampling results, report writing, interim controls, hazard control options, abatement methods, liability and insurance issues, and hands-on exercises in taking dust, soil, and paint chip samples.
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Hours:
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schedule
for dates & location)
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5 days, 8AM to 5PM (40 contact hours)
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Who should take the
Inspector/Assessor
course:
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Persons wishing to perform inspections, risk assessments and clearance testing, grant program managers
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Note: To become certified as a lead inspector/risk assessor in California, you must also pass a state exam administered by
CPS
a third party testing company (there is one combined exam for inspector/assessor). You must also apply and pay a fee to the State of California (cost $75 per year). For more info see
State Certification.
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General Lead Refresher
(CDPH)
(For: Inspectors, Risk Assessors, Supervisors, Proj Monitors)
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Description:
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"I actually learned something!" ... that's a quote from recent attendees suprised by the quality and up-to-date information presented in this class. We guarantee it's not like any refresher you've been to before. Don't waste your time and money any where else, sign up today!
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Hours:
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schedule
for dates & location)
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1 day, 8:30AM to 4:30PM (7 contact hours)
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Who should take the
General Refresher
class:
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This continuing education class is required every two years for California certified Supervisor, Project Monitors, Inspector and Assessors who should take this class about 4 months BEFORE their certification renewal date. (Note: Supervisors may take either the Worker or General Refresher.)
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This class is also offered on-line. Click here:
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Lead Worker Refresher
(CDPH) English and Spanish available
(For: Workers and Supervisors)
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Description:
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Continuing education class for workers.
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Hours:
(check
schedule
for dates & location)
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1 day, 8:30AM to 4:30PM (7 contact hours)
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Who should take
Worker Refresher
class:
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This continuing education class is required every two years for California certified lead-related construction Workers and Supervisors who should take this class about 4 months BEFORE their certification renewal date. (Note: Supervisors may take either the Worker or General Refresher.)
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Lead Awareness
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Description:
NOTE: This class has been replaced by RRP Training.
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NOTE:
Contractors who perform "abatement" (paint removal, component replacement, encapsulation, and enclosure) must be state certified. California certification for
workers
is a 24 hour course and for
supervisors
40 hours.
Contractors should check with each city, county, agency they work for or wish to work for to determine the level of training each requires. Some jurisdictions require more training (i.e. certification) than this course provides.
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Renovation, Repair & Painting (RRP) Initial Class
(EPA Accredited)
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Description:
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This 1-day (8-hr) class explains how to comply with EPA's Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule. Subjects covered include: health effects, regulations, lead safe work practices, containment, cleaning & record keeping. After passing an end-of-class exam, students receive RRP Certificates.
Regulatory Authority: 40 CFR 745.90(a)(1) & 40 CFR Subpart L
To become a certified renovator, an individual must successfully complete the appropriate course accredited by EPA or by a State or Tribal program that is authorized by EPA. The course completion certificate serves as proof of certification. EPA renovator certification allows the certified individual to perform renovations in any State or Indian Tribal area that does not have a separate authorized State or Tribal renovation program.
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Hours:
(check
schedule
for dates & locations)
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1 day, 8:00AM to 5:00PM (8 contact hours)
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Who should take the
RRP-Initial (RRP)
class:
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Contractors who work in pre-1978 housing and who might disturb painted surfaces while doing plumbing, electrical, drywall, painting, tile, window replacement, landscaping, repairs, construction, renovation, remodeling, HVAC, demolition, plus many, other jobs. The RRP rule applies to people who work for rental property owners, schools, and day care providers as well as non-profits and government agencies. Learn more at: RRP Rule
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Find a class in your area:
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- for Southern California RRP classes click 
- for Northern California (Bay Area) RRP classes click 
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Renovation, Repair & Painting (RRP) Refresher
(EPA Accredited)
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Description:
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This 1/2-day (4-hr) class explains how to comply with EPA's Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule. Subjects covered include: regulations, lead safe work practices, cleaning & record keeping. After passing an end-of-class exam, students receive RRP Certificates.
Regulatory Authority: 40 CFR 745.90(a)(2) & 40 CFR Subpart L
Individuals who have successfully completed an accredited abatement worker or supervisor course, or individuals who have successfully completed an EPA, HUD, or EPA/HUD model renovation training course may take an accredited refresher renovator training course in lieu of the initial renovator training course to become a certified renovator.
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Hours:
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schedule
for dates & locations)
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1/2 day, 8:00AM to 12:00PM or 1:00PM to 5:00PM (4 contact hours)
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Who should take the
RRP Refresher
class:
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Individuals holding existing CDPH lead abatement certifications. To learn more go to: RRP Rule
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