Lead-based paint regulations, all in one place.
Below are all of the state/federal requirements in Dist of Columbia to become a certified Lead Risk Assessor professional.
If you have any questions on this information, please contact your local government agency.
| STATE | DC |
| DISCIPLINE | Lead Risk Assessor |
| COURSE DURATION | 16 hours |
| PREREQUISITES | -Successfully complete and receive a course completion certificate for a lead-based paint inspector training course -Bachelors degree AND 1 year experience in related field, OR -Associates degree AND 2 years experience in a related field, OR -High School/GED AND 3 years experience in related field |
| ACCREDITING BODY | District of Columbia Department of the Environment |
| INDIVIDUAL APP REQUIREMENTS | $300 for 2 years |
| INDIVIDUAL EXAM FEES | No fees for third party exam and DC Law exam |
| COMPANY APP REQUIREMENTS | $300 annually |
| REFRESHER TRAINING | Every 3 years if the individual completed a training course with a course test and hands-on assessment OR every 5 years if the individual completed a training course with a proficiency test |
| 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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