Since 1996, contractors
have been required by a memorandum of understanding between HUD and the
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), under Title X of federal regulations
to provide their customers with information on lead paint hazards.
In 1999, HUD issued a new regulation, which after two extensions, became
effective August 10, 2001, to protect residents in federally funded housing
against lead-based paint hazards. This new regulation requires all
federally funded housing under construction or rehabilitation to pass strict
lead clearance limitations. Contractors, including carpenters, electricians,
plumbers, and any other tradesmen who would disturb lead paint while performing
repairs or renovation, are required to be trained to perform safe work
practices to protect residents at the job site, and the contractors’ own
families from contamination.
There is an immediate need
in Northern New York for trained contractors involved in construction and
rehabilitation of federally-funded housing units serving low-income households. Training in interim controls is available from nearby agencies to qualify contractors to perform safe work practices.
If you have any questions, please
e-mail
Susan Uttendorfsky
or call (315) 376-2639, Extension 4.
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