Resources for Contractors

Contractors, painters, and renovators working on pre-1978 buildings are required by state and federal law to meet certain lead-safe work practice requirements.

The Childhood Lead Action Project is licensed by the RI Department of Health to provide the 8-hour Initial Training Lead Paint Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Class in both English and Spanish. In this class, participants receive in-depth instruction, including an engaging classroom-style presentation and 2 hours of hands-on training on how to use lead-safe work practices on the job and comply with the EPA RRP Rule. Because renovations that disturb lead paint can poison workers, family members, visitors, and neighbors, the RRP Rule requires contractors, painters, and other workers doing renovation, repair, or painting on pre-1978 homes or child care facilities (including daycares, preschools, and elementary schools) to successfully complete this training and work for licensed Lead Hazard Control Firms. Contact us to find out RRP class dates, and sign up at (401) 785-1310 ext. 301, or info@leadsafekids.org.

More resources here:

• Who can do the work in pre-1978 buildings?

• Lead-Safe Licensing Information and Requirements

• The Lead-Safe Certified Guide to Renovate Right

• Lead Hazard Reduction Financial Assistance Programs

• Providence - Lead Safe Providence Program

• Woonsocket - Woonsocket Lead Hazard Reduction Program

• Statewide - RIHousing LeadSafe Homes Program

• Contact these programs if you’re interested in working with them as a contractor!

• Check the status of your license here - RIDOH lead professionals database

• More information from the Environmental Protection Agency