The Latest on the EPA Lead RRP
Renovation, Repair and Painting Program Rule

As of April 22, 2010 the EPA RRP Rule has gone into effect.  This rule states that contractors who perform renovation, repairs and painting must train to certify in lead-safe work practices before renovating older housing.  New certification is required for all home improvement activity that disturbs more than 6 square feet of interior or 20 square feet of exterior in housing built before 1978 and in any child-occupied facility.  The potential penalties for not following these regulations are stiff.  Contractors can be fined up to $37,500 per violoation, per day.  

EPA RRP Opt Out Rule Officially Removed

Click here for a list of NARI EPA RRP certified professionals!

Click on one of the dates below to print out a registration form and get certified today!

Electrical Training Center 
August 9 & 10, 2010
August 14, 2010
Click for directions to the ETC


Once you have completed the course, you must register your firm with the EPA.  Click the link below for more information.

Application and Instructions for Firms Applying for Certification of Lead-Based Paint Activities and Renovations

Sample EPA Firm Registration Form and Instructions
 

Click on these links for more valuable EPA RRP information.
Handout for Contractors
Press Release for Contractors
Press Release for Homeowners
Supply List for Contractors
Renovate Right: Important Lead Hazard Information for Families, Child Care Providers, and Schools
History of Lead Paint Rules and NARI's Involvement in the Issue
Hammer Magazine -- Lead Paint Issue
Not sure how old the house is your working on? Click here to find out!
NARI Minutes -- Round Table Discussion


NARI In The News
NARI Member Jerry Burdi of Djs Home Improvement talks with News 12 Long Island Talks about lead exposure and the EPA RRP Rule
President Barry Goggin comments on EPA RRP Lead Paint Rule on News 12
NARI's Government Affairs Committee and Member Jerry Burdi in the North Fork Vue
Newsday coverage on the EPA Lead Paint Press Conference
Riverhead News Review EPA Lead Paint Press Conference Coverage