Discussion Points for Remodelors
Lead-Based Paint Disclosure Regulations
- Why and how lead may be infinitely more dangerous to your business than is asbestos.
- What new requirements do these regulations put on you? (Hint: A lot less than you might imagine.)
- Recognizing when a job is and is not covered by the regulations.
- On what jobs does it make sense to have the paint tested? When not?
- Why, when and how household dust should be tested.
- Why you should never, ever, do lead testing yourself.
- OSHA regulations covering lead in construction. (In effect since 1993!)
- Lead-safe construction tips.
- Where to get training for yourself and your crews.
- Handling tough questions from homeowners.
- Reviewing your insurance coverage.
- Reviewing your proposals and contracts.
- How to handle an EPA audit.
- Making lemonade out of lemons.



