Lead-based Paint

Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality
OES - Permit Support Services Division

Notifications and Accreditations Section
P.O. Box 4313, Baton Rouge, LA 70821-4313
Physical Address: 602 North 5th St, BR, LA 70802
Phone No. (225) 219-3300; Fax No. (225) 219-3310*NEW

Link to the Asbestos Web Site: http://www.deq.louisiana.gov/portal/tabid/2883/Default.aspx

Lead-based Paint Web Page

*2009 Annual Asbestos and Lead Workshop (April 30, 2009) New!!

Attention: If you are not on the Email Distribution List and would like to be added for Notices for Asbestos and/or Lead information, please email Jodi Miller at Jodi.Miller@la.gov to request that you be added to the list. See the presentations as well as accreditation applications and notifications below:

Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC) According to LDEQ regulations, Lead-based Paint abatement contractors must be licensed by the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors. For information to obtain a license to abate Lead-based Paint, you may contact the LSLBC by phone, 225-765-2301 or view their web site for additional information at http://www.LSLBC.louisiana.gov/

USEPA Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule Overview - These are federal regualtions that were promulgated and are in effect. The LDEQ has not promulgated the RRP regulaitons, therefore, please contact EPA Region 6 with any questions regarding these rules. USEPA Fees for Accreditation of Training Programs and Certification of Lead-based Paint Activities and Renovation Contractors:

*Map to Main LDEQ Office in Baton Rouge:

Lead-based Paint B.R. Main Office Contacts

Robert Williamson, ES - Robert.Williamson@la.gov - 225-219-3300

Lead-based Paint Surveillance Regional Staff Contacts

Surveillance Staff Asbestos Regional Contacts:

Surveillance Regional Office Map: http://www.deq.louisiana.gov/portal/tabid/66/Default.aspx (Click on map to get a list of Regional Contact Information)

Lead-based Paint Regulations

Louisiana Environmental Regulatory Code (ERC), Title 33:Part III (Louisiana Air Quality Regulations, Chapter 28: Lead-Based Paint Rule--Recognition, Accreditation, Licensure, and Standards for Conducting Lead-Based Paint Activities: http://www.deq.louisiana.gov/portal/tabid/1674/Default.aspx

Lead Accreditation and Notification Forms

LPF-1: Lead Accreditation Form (6/15/09)
- Lead Accreditation Instructions (Revised 6/15/09)
LPF-2ci: Lead Contractor Letter of Approval Application for Commercial and Industrial Rev 6/15/09 (See Instructions Below)
LPF-2th: Lead Contractor Letter of Approval Application for Target Housing & Child-Occupied Facilities Rev 6/15/09 (See Instructions Below)
- Lead Contractor Letter of Approval Instructions Rev 6/15/09
LPF-3: Lead Project Notification Form (Revised 6/15/09)
LPF-4: Lead Training Provider Recognition Form (Rev 6/15/09)
LPF-5: Lead Trainer Recognition Form (Revised 6/15/09)
Lead Course Notification Form (Revised 6/15/09)

Lead-based Paint Examination

New* 2009 Annual Testing Schedule: (Revised 6/15/09)

Lead Exam Instructions (Revised 6/15/2009)

Louisiana Lead Accredited Lists by Discipline

Lead Workers (Revised 3/19/2009)
Lead Supervisors (Revised 3/19/2009)
Lead Inspectors (Revised 3/19/2009)
Lead Risk Assessors (Revised 3/19/2009)
Lead Project Designers (Revised 3/19/2009)

Lead Trainer and Training Information

Lead Training Providers (Revised 3/17/2009) Most Training Providers can custom build a training class to meet your needs or schedule a class for several persons if one is not scheduled. If needed, please contact the Training Providers to schedule a class, or determine the next available class.
Lead Trainers List - Active & Inactive (Revised 3/25/2009)

Lead Fact Sheets

How do I Safely Set Up to Work on Exterior and Interior Lead Projects? FAQ3
Lead Disclosure Requirements When Buying, Selling, or Renting a House or Apt -FAQ4
Where can I get Information about Lead-Based Paint and Lead Poisoning? FAQ5
How do I protect myself and my family from lead hazards?(Personal Protection Equipment-2)
Lead-Based Paint and Management-in-Place
How Do I Clean up Lead-contaminated Waste?

Link to the Office of Public Health's Heavy Metal Surveillance Webpage is: http://www.dhh.louisiana.gov/offices/page.asp?id=205&detail=8411

The link to a detailed document on adult lead exposure (sources, OSHA guidelines, testing & reporting) is:

www.dhh.louisiana.gov/offices/miscdocs/docs-205/Heavy_Metal/Pb_062408.pdf

Contact for above La. DHH programs: Michelle Lackovic (504) 219-4518

Road Home Program Warning

Warning to the Public Regarding Lead Inspectors and Lead Risk Assessors for the Road Home Program (Revised 03/25/2008) Please see additional Lead information and a link to recalled products near the end of this web page

NEW!! EPA Lead-Based Paint Renovation, Repair, and Painting Rule Information

Overview of the EPA Lead-Based Paint Renovation, Repair, and Painting Rule (April 2008) This is a federal program, which is not being promulgated by LDEQ. Please contact EPA regarding questions on the federal regulations, and on the information in the booklet below .

Federal Lead Renovation, Repair, & Paint regulations promulgated by EPA on March 31, 2008: http://www.epa.gov/lead/pubs/lrrpfinal.pdf.

The new Renovate Right pamphlet can be purchased on the GPO online catalogue for $1.06 per booklet, plus shipping. 406(b) renovators are required to start distributing these in December 2008. You can also see the booklet online at the following link: http://www.epa.gov/lead/pubs/renovaterightbrochure.pdf.

Recalled Products Due to Lead Contamination

To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled product, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08260.html

The National Lead Poisoning Prevention information can be found at the CDC at: http://www.cdc.gov/nceh/lead/; or at the USEPA Lead web site at: http://www.epa.gov/lead/.

Lead Grants Available through Housing & Urban Development (HUD)

HUD makes $1 Billion in Grants available through 35 Programs http://www.hud.gov/news/release.cfm?content=pr08-060.cfm&CFID=112414&CFTOKEN=c7c07d-000a7f1b-a975-1106-887b-80fcccd30000. FYI, HUD intends to offer an additional $1.5 billion in homeless grants later in the year.