Individual Lead Abatement Application Lead Abatement Firm Certification Application
Lead-Based Paint Abatement Accreditation Process:
UPDATE:
Registration for Firm Certification is now managed by UA SafeState, see Accreditation and Certification Process below for Details.
All firms which perform, or offer to perform, any of the lead-based paint abatement activities described in Alabama’s lead rules must have certification from the Alabama Department of Public Health.
In order to be certified as an Abatement Firm, the company must have at least one individual who is accredited by and registered with UA SafeState as a Lead Abatement Worker, Lead Inspector, Lead Abatement Supervisor, and Lead Risk Assessor, or Lead Abatement Project Designer.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
For Individual Abatement Accreditation: The Lead-Based Paint training and accreditation process requires initial training and accreditation and yearly re-registration. Applicants can choose to register for 1 year, 2 years, or all 3 years.
Prior to the 3-year expiration date, the applying individual must take a refresher course from an Alabama-approved trainer to maintain accreditation.
How to Become a Lead-Based Paint Professional in Alabama (Video).
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Visit the lead-based paint renovator certification (EPA Lead RRP) page if you are seeking certification as a renovation firm.
Not sure if you perform Lead Abatement or Lead Renovation? Learn More!
Steps for Individual Abatement Accreditation and Firm Certification:
- Complete Training – Ensure all applicants have successfully completed their most recent training from one of Alabama’s approved trainers. See list of approved training providers using the lists below.
- Pass 3rd Party Exam – Only applies to lead inspector, lead risk assessor, and lead supervisor. See below for more information.
- Apply for Individual Accreditation
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- Ensure you meet the Lead-Based Paint Accreditation Qualification Requirements
- Visit the Individual Accreditation page to apply online.
- You can request a copy of the application (English and Spanish applications available) from Program Specialist, Rhonda Hester (rhester@ua.edu)
- Submit payment for Individual Accreditation – UA SafeState will contact the applicant for payment. Payment can be made via telephone, check, or money order.
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- Application Process time – When submitted and all required documents received, application review and processing may take up to 30 days.
- Once processed, the applicant will receive credentials via email and be issued a UA SafeState ID card via mail.
- Lead Abatement Firm Certification – Once you have at least one accredited person who is a Lead Abatement Worker, Lead Inspector, Lead Abatement Supervisor, Lead Risk Assessor, or Lead Abatement Project Designer, register your firm through UA SafeState in order to be certified with the Alabama Department of Public Health.
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- Apply online at Application for Certification of Lead Contractors page.
- Submit payment for Firm Certification – UA SafeState will contact the applicant for payment. Payment can be made via telephone, check, or money order.
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- Application Process time – When submitted and all required documents received, application review and processing may take up to 30 days.
- Once processed, the applicant will be issued the Firm Certification certificate from UA SafeState on behalf of the Alabama Department of Public Health.
Click here for the list of certified lead abatement firms in Alabama.
Approved Abatement Training Providers
- LBP Inspector Initial
- LBP Inspector Refresher
- LBP Risk Assessor Initial
- LBP Risk Assessor Refresher
- LBP Supervisor Initial
- LBP Supervisor Refresher
- LBP Worker Initial
- LBP Worker Refresher
- LBP Worker Initial (Spanish)
- LBP Worker Refresher (Spanish)
- LBP Project Designer Initial
- LBP Project Designer Refresher
EPA 3rd Party Certification Examination (Applies to first-time Inspector, Risk Assessor, and Supervisor Disciplines)
- Testing Location: University of Alabama – APPLICATION & SCHEDULE
- Testing Location: Pearson Vue Testing Centers (in Alabama)
Training Providers
- Training course accreditation is required for training programs in these disciplines. Training providers seeking to offer courses for approval in Alabama should contact Kalyn Tew (SafeStateTrainers@ua.edu) for instructions on the application process and approval schedule.
Regulations
- Alabama Administrative Code Lead-Based Paint Activities Accreditation Program Regulations page
- Alabama Public Health Chapter 420-3-27 Lead Hazard Reduction Contractor Certification [PDF]
Contact Us
Rhonda Hester, Environmental Program Specialist
(205) 348-4829 or (800) 421-7141 rhester@ua.edu
Kalyn Tew, Manager of Environmental Services
(205) 348-9761 or (800) 421-7141 kjtew@ua.edu