Contractor Corner
Lead-Safe Work Practices - Questions and Answers
| Q: |
Does the
certified Lead-Safe Renovator have to be on the job site all the
time? |
| A: |
The certified Lead-Safe Renovator needs to be on the job site to do
on-the-job training (if needed), and at all times during containment
set up, posting of warning signs, final cleaning and must personally
conduct the final cleaning verification.
If certified Lead-Safe Renovators need to leave the job site at
other times, they must be available by phone and have the ability to
return to the job site within a reasonable time, approximately 30
minutes.
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| Q: |
Can I use a shop
vacuum for cleaning up interior work? |
| A: |
Commercial grade HEPA vacuums must
be used for interior clean-up. Shop vacuums designed for and fitted
with both a HEPA filter and
a drywall bag may be used to clean up bare soil, mulch and grassy
areas on exterior
work sites.
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| Q: |
Can I test for lead with a chemical test kit? |
| A: |
As of June 27, 2012, the Wisconsin Department
of Health Services has recognized the 3M™ LeadCheck™ test kit for
use to determine the presence of lead-based paint as described in
the RRP rule. ONLY the certified lead safe renovator may use a test
kit and only at the request of the owner. To learn more about this
test kit, its limitations, and the
Department's requirements for
test kit use.
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| Q: |
If I am not a certified Lead-Safe Renovator will I be able to
pull a building permit? |
| A: |
You will need to check with your local permit office.
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| Q: |
Who is enforcing
this rule? |
| A: |
The Department of Health Services, Asbestos
and
Lead Section.
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| Q: |
Does
Wisconsin accept the Hybrivet lead test Swabs in their RRP
compliance program? |
| A: |
Wisconsin
does not currently accept any test kits or swabs as they
still do not meet our strict definition of lead paint.
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| Q: |
Can
plastic used for renovation work be recycled after the job is
finished? |
| A |
No,
Plastic used in lead renovation projects is not appropriate for
recycling because it must be considered contaminated with lead dust. |
Last Revised:
February 06, 2013 |
