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Georgia Department of Community Affairs Housing R R & P Issues

Georgia Department of Community Affairs Housing R R & P Issues. Lead-Based Paint & (Asbestos) Compliance. Georgia Environmental Protection Division Lead-Based Paint & Asbestos Program. December 3, 2009. Brief Overview. Lead & (Asbestos)Compliance Summary Applications Common Situations

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Georgia Department of Community Affairs Housing R R & P Issues

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  1. Georgia Department of Community AffairsHousing R R & P Issues Lead-Based Paint & (Asbestos) Compliance Georgia Environmental Protection Division Lead-Based Paint & Asbestos Program December 3, 2009

  2. Brief Overview • Lead & (Asbestos)Compliance • Summary • Applications • Common Situations • Shared Goals • Adequate Housing • Reasonable Risks • Government Compliance

  3. Lead’s Harmful Health Effects Children Under 6 Years & Pregnant Mothers Brain Damage – Reduced IQ & Learning Problems Speech and Language Problems Hearing Damage Kidney Damage Slowed Growth and Poor Coordination & Motor Skill Development Hyperactivity and Violent or Aggressive Behavior

  4. H E A L T H E F F E C T S H E A L T H E F F E C T S Lead’s Harmful Health Effects O F L E A D E X P O S U R E I N A D U L T S O F L E A D E X P O S U R E I N A D U L T S Brain Disorders Memory Problems Nerve Problems Adults High Blood Pressure Kidney Problems Digestive Problems Reproductive Problems Slower Reflexes Weak ness in Fingers, Wrists and/or Ankles

  5. How Widespread is Lead in Housing?

  6. Sources

  7. Lead-based paint is a possible hazard if it DISTURBED or…. CRACKING CHIPPING PEELING CHALKING

  8. Role of Fund Managing Professionals • Evaluate Properties • Choose Most Economical & Safe Method to Comply • Provide Guidance to the Involved Parties

  9. Special Lead-Based Paint Regulations for…. • Child-Occupied Facilities… Built Before 1978 . . . • Visited by the Same Child Age 6 or Under • Visits at Least 2 Different Days • Within the Same Week and • Each Day’s Visit Lasts at Least • 3 Hours and • Combined Weekly Visits Last at Least 6 Hours • Includes: Day Cares, Schools, After School Facilities ALL Target Housing… Built Before 1978 . • Most Private Housing, • Public Housing, Housing Receiving Federal Assistance, and • Federally Owned Housing

  10. Lead Testing Certified Lead Inspector • Paint chip sample Analysis • XRF Certified Renovator • Lead Check Swab

  11. Abatement versus Renovation Abatement • Hazard Elimination • A child has an Elevated blood Lead Level • Housing Receiving Federal $$ Above Trigger Limits Interim Controls Renovation, Repair, or Painting

  12. Interim Controls • Keep Paint Intact • Avoid Dust Generation • Thoroughly Clean • Install Barriers to Sources of Lead

  13. What to Watch for….Lead Abatement Contractor Qualifications • Certified Lead Abatement Firm • Ask for Certificate from Georgia EPD • Check Expiration Date • Certified Individual • Works for Certified Lead Abatement Firm • Ask for Certificate from Georgia EPD • Check date of last training---Lasts for 2 Years • Check photo---May be on certificate

  14. Basics of New Lead RRP Rule Effective April 22, 2010 Applies to pre-1978 • Target Housing • Child-Occupied Facilities Triggers • Compensation • Area of Paint Disturbance 40 CFR 745.80-745.91 April 22, 2008 Federal Register

  15. Effective Dates of Rule June 22, 2008 • Effective date of rule • States and tribes can begin applying for authorization. April 22, 2009 • Providers of renovator and/or dust sampling technician training may apply for accreditation. October 22, 2009 • Renovation firms may begin applying for certification. April 22, 2010 • Rule fully implemented. Training providers must be accredited, renovation firms/renovators/dust sampling technicians must be certified, and work practices must be followed.

  16. Scope of RRP Rule Trigger Quantities • Equal to or Over 6 square feet interior in any room • Equal to or Over 20 square feet exterior • Window removal • Partial Demolition

  17. RRP Rule Renovation means… • Modification of any existing structure, or portion thereof that results in the disturbance of painted surfaces unless that activity is performed as part of an abatement activity.

  18. RRP Rule Renovation includes… • Removal, modification, or repair of painted surfaces or painted components • Removal of building components • Weatherization projects • Interim controls that disturb painted surfaces • Converting a building or part of a building into target housing or a child-occupied facility. • Excludes Minor Repair and Maintenance Activitiesor tested lead free surfaces

  19. What to Watch for….Renovation Contractor Qualifications • Certified Renovation Firm • Ask for Copy of EPA Certificate • Check Expiration Date—5 Years • Certified Renovator • Works for Certified Renovation Firm • Ask for Copy of Accredited Training Certificate • Check date of last training---Lasts for 5 Years • Check photo---Must be on certificate

  20. What to Watch for….Pre-Renovation Notification • Contractor Pre-Renovation Notification Rules • New Renovate Right Pamphlet must be used • Child-Occupied Facilities must also be notified now • Signed form for owner and occupant • Option to post signs in common areas

  21. What to Watch for…. Lead Safe Work Practices

  22. What to Watch for…. Inadequate Collection / Improper Disposal

  23. What to Watch for….Post-Renovation • No visible dust, debris, or residue in or below the work area • Ask about Post-Clearance Inspection

  24. HUD Title X Disclosure Requirements

  25. Avoiding The Problems • Determine If LBP Will Be Disturbed • Decide What Job Will Be Needed • Use Qualified Persons • Follow Lead Safe Work Practices • Collect & Dispose Waste Properly • Follow The Applicable Rules

  26. Asbestos Containing Materials (ACMs) ACM Issues Most Common to D C A Projects Avoid Asbestos Hazards Avoid Project Interference Ensure Government Compliance

  27. ACM Definitions > 1% Asbestos Content Friable Attached Non-Friable Detached

  28. Examples of ACM Materials Popcorn Ceilings, Walls, Other

  29. Examples of ACM Materials Floor Tile & Mastic (FTM)

  30. What to Watch for….AsbestosInspector and Contractor Qualifications • Accredited Asbestos Inspector • Ask for Training Certificate • Check Training Expiration Date- Needed Every Year • Asbestos Contractor • Must be Georgia Licensed Contractor • Ask for Training Certificate • Check Expiration Date of Training—Needed Every Year • Check Expiration Date of License-Needed Every Three Years

  31. What to Watch for…. Thoroughly Inspect

  32. What to Watch for…. Properly Collect & Dispose ALL ACM Waste Ina landfill permitted by EPD for acceptance of asbestos containing waste Listings Available on Georgia EPD Website.

  33. Bottom Line • Find It Before Disturbed • Plan For It Up Front • Budget • Schedule • Chose Other Property

  34. Contact Us Georgia Environmental Protection Division Lead-Based Paint and Asbestos Program 4244 International Parkway, Suite 104 Atlanta, GA 30354 Phone: 404-363-7026 Fax: 404-362-2563 www.gaepd.org/Land Mindy Crean, Program Manager

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