Md. Code Regs. 26.16.01.10

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 22, November 1, 2024

Section 26.16.01.10 - Supervisor Accreditation Requirements for Residential, Commercial, and Public Buildings

A. General Requirements.

(1) A lead paint abatement supervisor shall have:

(a) Successfully completed an initial course and passed the examination designated for that course, as specified in this regulation; and

(b) Received, as proof of training and accreditation, an identification card and a certificate indicating an expiration date which is 24 months following the accreditation date.

(2) Unless the lead paint abatement supervisor has completed the specified review course, passed the examination designated for that course, and applied for renewal of accreditation before the certificate expiration date, the supervisor's accreditation expires as of that date.

(3) A lead paint abatement supervisor is responsible for oversight of a lead paint abatement project and shall ensure completion of the abatement project in compliance with the applicable requirements of this chapter and COMAR 26.16.02.

(4) An accredited lead paint maintenance and repainting supervisor is qualified only to provide oversight of a lead paint maintenance and repainting project.

(5) An accredited lead paint removal and demolition supervisor is qualified to provide oversight of lead paint removal and demolition as well as lead paint maintenance and repainting, and is only required to apply and submit a fee to the Department for the lead paint removal and demolition category of accreditation.

B. Experience.

(1) A lead paint removal and demolition supervisor shall have at least 2 years of experience in related construction trades, including but not limited to lead paint abatement, carpentry, painting, or demolition.

(2) A lead paint maintenance and repainting supervisor shall have at least 6 months of experience in any of the following relevant occupations:

(a) Construction trades, including but not limited to lead paint abatement, carpentry, painting, or demolition;

(b) Maintenance supervision; or

(c) Property management.

C. Lead Paint Removal and Demolition Supervisor Training Requirements.

(1) Initial Course.

(a) An initial lead paint removal and demolition supervisor course shall provide at least 28 hours of instruction over at least a 4-day period.

(b) An initial lead paint removal and demolition supervisor course shall include the following topics:

(i) The core topics listed in Regulation .05 of this chapter;

(ii) Regulations governing lead paint abatement activities and projects;

(iii) Window replacement techniques;

(iv) Worker safety and health requirements; and

(v) Safe and effective lead paint abatement practices.

(c) A lead paint removal and demolition supervisor who, before the effective date of this chapter has successfully completed a training program based on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency "Lead Abatement Training for Contractors and Supervisors" published in July, 1992, has satisfied the training requirement set forth in this subsection and is eligible to take an examination for accreditation in Maryland.

(2) A lead paint removal and demolition supervisor review course shall:

(a) Provide at least 7 hours of instruction; and

(b) Include all topics included in the initial course, with specific emphasis on new and emerging techniques and procedures.

D. Lead Paint Maintenance and Repainting Supervisor Training Requirements.

(1) Initial Course.

(a) The initial lead paint maintenance and repainting supervisor course shall provide at least 14 hours of instructional time over at least a 2-day period.

(b) The initial lead paint maintenance and repainting supervisor course shall cover the following topics:

(i) Core topics listed in Regulation .05 of this chapter;

(ii) Work practices and control measures necessary to minimize lead dust concentrations, including work area preparation, selection and performance of appropriate abatement and window replacement techniques, daily and final cleanup, and waste disposal;

(iii) Pertinent regulations established by the Department of the Environment; and

(iv) Management of worker safety and health programs, including respiratory protection and worker right-to-know programs.

(2) The lead paint maintenance and repainting supervisor review course shall:

(a) Provide at least 7 hours of instruction; and

(b) Cover the topics included in the initial course, with specific emphasis on new and emerging techniques and procedures.

Md. Code Regs. 26.16.01.10

Regulations .10 adopted as an emergency provision effective November 24, 1995
Regulations .10 adopted effective May 20, 1996 (23:10 Md. R. 734)