Lead-based paint regulations, all in one place.
Below are all of the state/federal requirements in Vermont to become a certified Lead Renovator professional.
If you have any questions on this information, please contact your local government agency.
| STATE | VT - learn more and view available courses |
| DISCIPLINE | Lead Renovator (Renovation, Repair, and Painting) |
| COURSE DURATION | 8 hours |
| PREREQUISITES | None |
| ACCREDITING BODY | Vermont Department of Health |
| INDIVIDUAL APP REQUIREMENTS | In addition to RRP class, individuals must attend 2-hour Vermont IRC class provided by the state, and then apply for Lead RRPM Supervisor license ($50 annually) |
| INDIVIDUAL EXAM FEES | In-class exams are conducted for RRP and IRC classes |
| COMPANY APP REQUIREMENTS | $300 every five years |
| REFRESHER TRAINING | 4-hour Refresher class is required every 5 years, or 3 years if completed online without hands-on (online only permitted every other renewal period). |
| RECIPROCITY | Vermont accepts non-expired training certificates from EPA or EPA-authorized training providers. |
| WEBSITE | Click to visit (opens in a new window) |
| NOTES | -Lead tests must be conducted by a licensed lead inspector using appropriate technology. Otherwise, the Certified Renovator must assume that lead-based paint is present. -The de minimis (minimum area of disturbed lead-based paint) is 1 square foot, both interior and exterior -Additional prohibited practice: Dry scraping/sanding -Additional prohibited practice: All machine sanding or grinding -Additional prohibited practice: Uncontained power washing -Additional prohibited practice: Paint strippers containing methylene chloride |