American Safety Updates Contractor Coverage to Meet New Lead Paint Rule

February 26, 2010

  • February 26, 2010 at 7:44 am
    Frank says:
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    Below is the actual EPA ruling:

    Please look at the actual 3 things a contractor is supposed to do at the end of these regulations, I seriously doubt there needs to be a specialty coverage or amendment to the other CPL covers out there.

    EPA Requirements

    Common renovation activities like sanding, cutting, and demolition can create hazardous lead dust and chips by disturbing lead-based paint, which can be harmful to adults and children.

    To protect against this risk, on April 22, 2008, EPA issued a rule requiring the use of lead-safe practices and other actions aimed at preventing lead poisoning. Under the rule, beginning in April 2010, contractors performing renovation, repair and painting projects that disturb lead-based paint in homes, child care facilities, and schools built before 1978 must be certified and must follow specific work practices to prevent lead contamination.

    Until that time, EPA recommends that anyone performing renovation, repair, and painting projects that disturb lead-based paint in pre-1978 homes, child care facilities and schools follow lead-safe work practices.

    All contractors should follow these three simple procedures:
    Contain the work area.
    Minimize dust.
    Clean up thoroughly.



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