The Department of Commerce regulates certification, accreditation, enforcement and compliance for firms and individuals who must use lead-safe work practices when working on pre-1978 homes or child-occupied facilities.
There are two programs related to lead-based paint: the Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) program and the Lead-based Paint Abatement (LBP) program.
Renovation, Repair and Painting Program (RRP)
Lead-Based Paint Activities Program (LBP)
Lead-Based Paint Training and Certification
Resources
If you are a renovator and receive compensation for working on residential property or child-occupied facilities built before 1978, then you must be an RRP Certified Renovator with a firm certification, or you must work for a certified firm.
Training is a required step in becoming certified, whether it is for renovation, repair and painting (RRP) activities (e.g., remodels, renovations, restorations, asbestos abatement, painting, repairs, etc.).
Learn more about the Renovation, Repair and Painting Program (RRP).
If you are a lead abatement worker, supervisor, inspector, or risk assessor, LBP certification is required when:
- A homeowners want a lead-based paint inspection;
- Making a risk assessment while investigating elevated blood lead levels in children;
- Lead-based hazards exist and need to be permanently eliminated; or
- Working on government-funded housing projects
Training is a required step in becoming certified, when participating in lead-based paint activities (e.g., lead abatement, inspections, risk assessments).
Learn more about becoming certified through the Lead-Based Paint Activities Program (LBP).
State regulations
- WAC 365-230 – Administrative rule that describes requirements for individuals and firms performing lead-based paint abatement, risk assessments, hazard screens, inspections, renovations, and dust sampling in Washington.
- Note: Washington Regulations are written to mirror the federal EPA LBP/RRP regulations with two exceptions. To find these exceptions, please refer to WAC 365-230-200(8)(g) and (h) and WAC 365-230-360(7)
State requirements
- Worker Protection and Safety Requirements – Links to the Washington Department of Labor and Industries Lead In Construction safety training webpage, including the Lead in Construction Rule (WAC 296-155-176). Employers must protect their employees from exposure to lead.
- Washington Business Licensing Requirements – Any firm applying for lead-based paint activities certification from the WA Department of Commerce must be licensed to do business in Washington and provide their Uniform Business Identifier (UBI) number.
- Secretary of State for Corporations – Contractors and businesses that are not sole proprietors must register their business with the Secretary of State.
Licensing requirements
- Contractor Registration – Links to the Washington Department of Labor and Industries contractor registration webpage.
- Verify an LNI Contractor – Link to verify a contractor is licensed.