EPA Resident & Occupant Protection

Question 1

Before beginning a lead renovation, what information pamphlet must be distributed to the owner and occupants of target housing?

Accepted Answer

'Renovate Right: Important Lead Hazard Information for Families, Child Care Providers and Schools'

Answer

The EPA-approved pamphlet 'Renovate Right' must be provided to owners and occupants before renovation work begins in pre-1978 housing.

Question 2

How far in advance must the 'Renovate Right' pamphlet be delivered to occupants before renovation work begins?

Accepted Answer

At least 60 days before, or as soon as practicable but before work begins in emergency situations

Answer

The pamphlet must be delivered at least 60 days before renovation, except in emergencies where it must be delivered as soon as possible but before work begins.

Question 3

Which groups are considered most vulnerable to the health effects of lead exposure?

Accepted Answer

Children under 6 years old and pregnant women

Answer

Children under age 6 and pregnant women are most vulnerable to lead's neurological and developmental effects.

Question 4

During lead renovation work in occupied housing, where should children and pregnant women be located?

Accepted Answer

Outside the work area and away from the renovation site until it passes cleaning verification

Answer

Children under 6 and pregnant women must be kept out of and away from the work area until it has been cleaned and passes verification.

Question 5

Which document must a renovation firm obtain from the owner before beginning renovation on owner-occupied housing?

Accepted Answer

Signed acknowledgment confirming receipt of the 'Renovate Right' pamphlet

Answer

Before renovation begins, the firm must obtain the owner's signed acknowledgment that they received the 'Renovate Right' pamphlet.

EPA - Environmental Protection Agency Certified Renovator Practice Test

EPA - Environmental Protection Agency Certified Renovator Practice Test

EPA Resident & Occupant Protection