Md. Code Regs. 26.16.05.10

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 10, May 17, 2024

Section 26.16.05.10 - Clearance Inspections for Abatement Projects

A. Following a lead abatement project, performed in accordance with COMAR 26.02.07, a lead paint visual inspector, inspector technician, or risk assessor accredited by the Department shall perform a clearance inspection for lead-contaminated dust to determine if the lead content in dust is less than the levels stated in COMAR 26.16.02.02B.

B. A Department-accredited lead paint visual inspector, inspector technician, or risk assessor shall collect dust samples from each interior room where lead abatement was performed, using all of the dust sample collection procedures specified in Regulation .09 of this chapter.

C. Samples shall be taken from the following:

(1) At least one sample from the floor;

(2) At least one sample from a window sill; and

(3) At least one sample from a window well.

D. Rooms containing no window in the abatement area require the collection of only one floor sample.

Md. Code Regs. 26.16.05.10

Regulation .10 amended effective 47:13 Md. R. 643, eff. 7/1/2020