Required Lead Based Paint Class Coming Soon

Under the new Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting Program Rule, beginning 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.

The rule, which was issued by the Environmental Protection Agency in 2008, applies to any pre-1978 project that disturbs more than 6 square feet of interior painted surface or 20 square feet of exterior surface.

In addition to a company certification, firms must have at least one person on staff who is trained in lead-safe work practices as a Certified Renovator.  This requires an eight-hour course provided by an EPA certified trainer.  It includes two hours of hands on training.  The certified employee will be responsible for training other employees and overseeing work practices and cleaning.

The full rule and brochures for consumers and renovators can be downloaded from the EPA's web site at www.epa.gov/lead/ . 

The EPA estimates that the new guidelines will add only about $35 to each project.  However, remodelers and organizations such as the NAHB have estimated much higher costs ranging from hundreds of dollars, to thousands.  It will have a bigger impact on smaller projects percentage-wise.

See the flyer in our newsletter for information on lead certification training taking place at TABA on March 3rd.

(Excerpted from "The Home Builder" of Greater Dallas)

Temple Erosion and Sedimentation Control Ordinance Under Review

In response to an invitation to review a proposed ordinance for erosion and sedimentation control in the City of Temple, TABA assembled a group that included a local engineer (Vic Turley), builder (Pat Patterson), developer (Gary Freitag – Omega), and contractor (Mike Pilkington – Bell Contractors).  John Howe, Chairman of TABA Government Affairs Committee, and other members of the GAC were also involved in the process.  TABA submitted more than 30 questions and comments for City of Temple consideration.

Once Mr. Newman, Temple City Engineer, has had a chance to consider our comments, he will schedule a meeting with me so we begin our discussions on this matter.  As always, we will keep our members up to date on the discussions as they progress.

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