Lead-based paint regulations, all in one place.
Below are all of the state/federal requirements in Maryland to become a certified Lead Risk Assessor professional.
If you have any questions on this information, please contact your local government agency.
| STATE | MD - learn more and view available courses |
| DISCIPLINE | Lead Risk Assessor |
| COURSE DURATION | 16 hours |
| PREREQUISITES | -1 year exerpeicne as a lead paint inspector, AND -Conducted at least 20 lead-based paint inspections at separate residential units, public buildings, or commercial properties; OR -Conducted at least five lead-based paint inspections and 15 lead dust inspections from at least 15 separate residential units, public buildings, or commercial properties |
| ACCREDITING BODY | Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) |
| INDIVIDUAL APP REQUIREMENTS | $200 every two years |
| INDIVIDUAL EXAM FEES | Third party exam. $35 exam fee |
| COMPANY APP REQUIREMENTS | $250 for two years |
| REFRESHER TRAINING | Refresher training is required every 2 years |
| RECIPROCITY | There are numerous reciprocity agreements with EPA and other states with authorized lead-based paint programs. Your state may accept training for certification programs from those training providers accredited by EPA or other state authorized programs. Because reciprocity agreements are subject to change, it is strongly recommended that you contact your state's accrediting body before taking training from an outside source. |
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