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Contractor and Property Manager Alert! New Effective Date in Massachusetts 7/9/2010
The State of Massachusetts officially took over the administration and enforcement of the EPA RRP Lead Rule. As of 7/9/2010 all contractors, property management firms, or municipal entities who perform work on pre-1978 properties must register with the State of Mass and must use RRP lead safe practices if they disturb 6 square feet of painted surface on the interior or 20 square feet of painted surface on the exterior. The EPA 6/18/2010 memo on fine delays is Null and Void in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. In New York, Vermont, Maine, New Hampshire and Connecticut the waiver stands as written. In these states contractors have until 9/30/2010 to certify, 9/30/2010 to register for a RRP class and 12/31/2010 to complete the required RRP training.
False sense of security leaves uncertified Mass contractors out in the cold.
Massachusetts contractors and property management companies who fell for the delay rumors or put off their certification and training, are now deemed non-compliant. These companies are suppose to hold off working on pre 1978 properties until they are registered and trained. According to The Department of Occupational Safety (DOS), they will be subject to fines and work stoppages if they are caught working on pre-1978 properties without the mandated certifications in Massachusetts. Mass contractors and companies who obtained EPA certification and training before 7/9/2010 are grandfathered. Here are the Mass forms for Registration with the state.
Mass Lead Safe Renovation Contractor Application
Mass Lead Safe Contractor Waiver Form
Enforcement in Massachusetts Has Begun
The DOS is aggressively combing residential neighborhoods and checking out contractors for compliance. Unlike the EPA, they have many inspectors and are aggressively pursuing non-compliant companies. We have received over 10 reports of job site visits during the week of 7/19/2010.
April 22, 2010 has come and gone. Did you fall for the rumors that it would be delayed or repealed? Are you certified or non-compliant? Over 3000 contractors hired us to provide EPA RRP training and they are now legally able to work on pre-1978 homes, are you?
Sign up for training today, protect your business, your investment and avoid the risk of an inspector visit costing you big time!
ABOUT THE EPA RRP LEAD RULE
Named 40 CFR Part 745, this law requires that renovations performed for compensation on pre-1978 homes, must be done by EPA Certified Firms using Certified Renovators. This includes contractors as well as landlords and property managers. The EPA states that if you are caught working illegally they can fine you and even impose jail time.
Fines for noncompliance can put you out of business.
The challenge that faces the residential construction industry is currently there are only approximately 250 certified companies that 
are approved to train. The deadline has passed and the availabilty of trainers and classes is limited.
Need training near your location? Contact us today!
The Contractor Coaching Partnership realizes the gravity of this situation and will help expedite training for contractors and associated companies. We are seeking out training venues and trainers interested in our mission. We will set up venues throughout the year to train as many contractors, associates and property owners as possible.