Lead Hazard Removal
Once you know what hazards to look for, you can minimize lead exposure hazards in your rental properties. Although some projects may seem easy to perform, the EPA has laws regarding lead abatement, as well as lead renovation, repair, and painting (RRP) see below. The city of Battle Creek and its partners ensure that all Lead Safe Program contractors have the proper training and certification. They will:
TEST PAINT
Test the paint in rental units for lead. Lead remediation help is available if needed.
TEST EXPOSED SOIL
Any exposed soil near rental unit buildings could be contaiminated with lead.
DISPOSE OF PAINT CHIPS AND DUST
Spray any falling paint chips with water and double bag them before throwing them out.
TEST THE WATER
Home kits are available but we recommend having a certified professional perform the testing.
TEST PAINT FOR LEAD
Have the paint in your rental units tested for lead. Lead remediation help is available in Calhoun County if needed.
TEST EXPOSED SOIL
Any exposed soil near rental unit buildings could be contaminated with lead. Cover exposed soil with grass.
PAINT CHIPS & DUST
Spray any falling paint chips with water and double bag them before you throw them out.
TEST WATER FOR LEAD
Home kits are available, but we recommend having a certified professional perform testing.
TEST PAINT
Have the paint in your rental units tested for lead. Lead remediation help is available in Calhoun County if needed.
TEST EXPOSED SOIL
Any exposed soil near rental unit buildings could be contaminated with lead. Cover exposed soil with grass.
PAINT CHIPS & DUST
Spray any paint chips with water and double bag them before throwing them out.
TEST WATER
Home kits are available, but we recommend having a certified professional perform testing.
EPA Compliance
When performing updates on your unit(s), it’s important to know the difference between lead abatement and lead RRP activities as defined by the EPA. You must comply with EPA law regarding lead abatement as well as the Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule. The RRP Rule requires that “firms or individuals performing renovation, repair, or painting project that disturb lead-based paint in homes, child care facilities and pre-schools built before 1978 be certified by EPA (or an EPA-authorized state), use certified renovators who are trained by EPA-approved training providers and follow lead-safe work practices.”
If you (or your property manager) wish to do some of the work yourselves, you must become Lead-Safe Certified. Find out more about EPA requirements and training providers as they pertain to you and your property.
Lead Safe Program — APPLY NOW!
The county-wide Lead Safe Program can take care of everything for you. Just fill out an application and, if you qualify, you could receive up to $20,000 to help offset lead remediation costs.
The Lead Safe Program provides:
- FREE lead inspection ($750 value)
- FREE lead safety work wich may include: new windows, doors, painting, special cleaning, or plumbing repairs
- LESS COMPLICATION — the Program hires and manages licensed contractors certified in lead abatement to do the work!
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