C33 Regulations and Procedures for Lead-Based Paint Abatement 2

Question 1

Under EPA's RRP Rule, a firm performing renovation that disturbs lead-based paint in pre-1978 housing must be certified by whom?

Accepted Answer

EPA or an EPA-authorized state program

Answer

The EPA RRP Rule requires firms to be certified by EPA or an EPA-authorized state program before performing work that disturbs lead-based paint in target housing.

Question 2

What is the minimum square footage of interior painted surface that must be disturbed before the RRP Rule applies?

Accepted Answer

6 square feet

Answer

The RRP Rule applies when renovation activities disturb more than 6 square feet of interior lead-based paint per room.

Question 3

Under the RRP Rule, which lead paint testing method provides immediate results at the job site?

Accepted Answer

EPA-recognized test kits (chemical spot tests)

Answer

EPA-recognized test kits provide immediate on-site results, allowing renovators to determine the presence of lead-based paint without laboratory analysis.

Question 4

What post-renovation cleaning verification procedure is required under the RRP Rule for interior surfaces?

Accepted Answer

Cleaning verification using wet disposable cloths compared to the EPA cleaning verification card

Answer

The RRP Rule requires cleaning verification using wet disposable cleaning cloths compared to the EPA cleaning verification card.

Question 5

Under California law, who must receive the EPA pamphlet 'Renovate Right' before renovation work begins in pre-1978 housing?

Accepted Answer

The property owner and, for rental properties, the tenants of affected units

Answer

The RRP Rule requires the 'Renovate Right' pamphlet be distributed to the property owner and tenants before renovation begins.

C33 - C-33 California Painting Contractor License Practice Test

C33 - C-33 California Painting Contractor License Practice Test

C33 Regulations and Procedures for Lead-Based Paint Abatement 2