Lead-based paint regulations, all in one place.
Below are all of the state/federal requirements in Louisiana to become a certified Lead Risk Assessor professional.
If you have any questions on this information, please contact your local government agency.
| STATE | LA |
| 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, OR -Certification as an industrial hygienist, engineer, or registered architect |
| ACCREDITING BODY | Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) |
| INDIVIDUAL APP REQUIREMENTS | $250 annually |
| INDIVIDUAL EXAM FEES | Third party exam. $25 exam fee. |
| COMPANY APP REQUIREMENTS | $500 annually |
| REFRESHER TRAINING | Refresher training must be completed annually |
| 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. |
| WEBSITE | Click to visit (opens in a new window) |
| NOTES | Emergency application fees also available. Contact the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) for more information. |