On June 1,1998 the EPA published a final rule requiring certain persons who perform renovations on pre-1978 target housing to provide a lead hazard information pamphlet to owners and residents of that housing before commencing the renovation. This paper reviews
- Which housing is covered
- Which renovation activities are covered
- Information distribution requirements
- Record keeping requirements
- Enforcement activities
- Safe work practices
Staff Resource
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