Lead-based paint regulations, all in one place.
Below are all of the state/federal requirements in California to become a certified Lead Inspector/Risk Assessor professional.
If you have any questions on this information, please contact your local government agency.
| STATE | CA - learn more and view available courses |
| DISCIPLINE | Lead Inspector/Risk Assessor |
| COURSE DURATION | Inspection/Assessment (40 hours); or Certified Industrial Hygienist Course (24 hours - CIHs only) |
| PREREQUISITES | -Successfully complete and receive a course completion certificate for a lead-based paint inspector and risk assessor 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 | California Department of Public Health |
| INDIVIDUAL APP REQUIREMENTS | $75 annually |
| INDIVIDUAL EXAM FEES | Third party exam. $230 exam fee for each attempt. |
| COMPANY APP REQUIREMENTS | $300 every 5 years |
| REFRESHER TRAINING | You must complete at least 7 hours of CDPH-approved lead-related construction Continuing Education every two years, and pay the application fee 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. |
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