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• Active Regulations
  Title 178, Chapter 23- Regulations effective April 10th, 2005
  
  
• Lead-Based Paint Words & Definitions
  Words and correlating definitions used in the lead rules and regulations manual.
  
  
• EPA Amends Clearance Testing Requirements for the Renovation, Repair, and Painting Program (RRP)
  The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has recently published a rule update authorizing EPA-Certified Renovators the option to collect paint chip samples for laboratory analysis in order to identify lead-bearing surfaces. 40 CFR Part 745 states in part, “in those states that do not permit persons other than certified inspectors or risk assessors to sample or test for lead-based paint, certified renovators will not be able to exercise this option.” Federal Register/Vol. 76, No. 151/Friday, August 5, 2011/Rules and Regulations, page 47,924 . In Nebraska, paint chip sampling must be performed by a Nebraska-licensed lead-based paint inspector or risk assessor. EPA-certified Renovators who are not Nebraska-licensed lead-based paint inspectors or risk assessors will not be able to utilize paint chip sampling to identify lead-bearing surfaces. If you have questions or concerns, please contact the Nebraska Lead-Based Paint Program at (402) 471-0386.
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• RRP- Renovation, Repair & Painting Program
  Link to the EPA's Renovation, Repair & Painting Program. Effective April 22nd, 2010, Federal law requires contractors performing renovation, repair, and painting projects that disturb paint in homes, child care facilities, and schools built before 1978; to follow specific work practices to reduce human exposure to lead, and be certified by the EPA.
  
  
• RRP Accredited Training
  Search for RRP accredited training providers, and renovator programs currently being offered.
  
  
• RRP Certified Firms
  Search for RRP firms certified by the EPA.
  
  
• Lead Poisoning Questions
  Fact sheet providing answers to commonly asked questions regarding the dangers of lead-based paint.
  
  
• Lead in Paint, Dust & Soil
  Basic information provided by the EPA regarding lead.
  
  
• Douglas County Health Department
  Link to the Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program
  
  
• Childhood Blood Lead Poisoning Surveillance Report 2001-2005
  Report describing the trends in lead testing, and elevated blood lead levels (EBLL's) among Nebraska children ages six and under.
  
  
•  2010 Nebraska Blood Lead Level Map
  Comparison of blood lead tests to the number of elevated blood lead levels in children under the age of seven in Nebraska.
  
  
• Lead-Based Paint Training Course Providers
  List of Nebraska-accredited lead-based paint training course providers.
  
  
•  Lead-Based Paint Entities
  List of business entities and consulting firms licensed to perform lead-based paint abatement projects and consulting activities in Nebraska.
  
  
• State-Administered Third Party Examinations
  Contact information regarding the scheduling of third party examinations for lead-based paint disciplines.
  
  
• License Information Search
  Search for an individual, business entity, or facility license.
  
  
• Lead-Based Paint Forms 1-6
  Link to lead forms, including applications for lead-based paint removal projects, waiver requests, and individuals seeking licensure in a lead-based paint-discipline.
  
  
• DHHS Licensure Unit
  Information regarding individual license renewals, continuing education, fee schedules, certification requirements, filing complaints, duplicate or reissued licenses, name and/or address change requests, and regulations.
  
  
• Disclosure of Information on Lead-Based Paint and/or Hazards (Sellers)
  Sellers have to disclose known information regarding lead-based paint and/or hazards before selling a house. Sales contracts must include a disclosure forms; buyers have up to ten days to check for lead hazards.
  
  
• Disclosure of Information on Lead-Based Paint and/or Hazards (Renters)
  Before renting pre-1978 housing, a lessor must disclose the presence of known lead-based paint and/or hazards in the dwelling. Lessees must also receive a federally-approved pamphlet regarding lead poisoning prevention.
  
  
• Protect Your Family From Lead In Your Home
  Brochure produced by the EPA; mandatory to be provided to buyers and renters.
  
  
• Contact Information
  Contact information for the DHHS Lead-Based Paint Program, Licensure Unit, local agencies, and the EPA Region VII office.
  
  
• Asbestos Program
  Link to the Asbestos Program's index Page.

DHHS- Division of Public Health, Environmental Health Unit

Office of Environmental Health Hazards & Indoor Air

P.O. Box 95026, 301 Centennial Mall South- 3rd Floor

Lincoln, Nebraska  68509-5026
Phone: 402-471-0386  Fax: 402-471-8833
Toll Free: 888-242-1100, Extension 1 (Nebraska only)

E-mail: DHHS.HealthHazardsIndoorAir@nebraska.gov

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