| License Description |
Lead Risk Assessors are individuals who conduct risk assessments, which are on-site investigations to determine the existence, nature, severity, and location of lead-based paint hazards, and provide a report explaining the results of the investigation and options for reducing lead-based paint hazards. In addition to being responsible for the same functions as a lead inspectors, they develop standard written inspection protocols for inspections; interpret the results of lead inspections and make recommendations on hazard control options; prepare written lead exposure hazard reduction plans for lead hazard reduction projects; and issue certificates of inspection, certificates of lead free, certificates of lead safe, and certificates of compliance.
Legislation: NH RSA 130-A:12; Administrative Rules Chapter He-P 1600
Licensure Requirements:
- File application
- Complete a certified training program specific to the discipline of lead testing
- Have conducted a minimum of 15 full inspections, ten clearance inspections, and five risk assessments over at least a three-month period of time under the supervision of a New Hampshire-licensed Risk Assessor
- Have one of the following required combinations of education and experience:
- a Bachelor's degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, environmental remediation, or a related field, and a minimum of one year of experience by the applicant in lead, asbestos, or environmental remediation work; or
- Certification or licensure as an industrial hygienist; a civil, environmental, or structural engineer; an architect; or environmental health practitioner; or
- An Associate's degree, or higher, in one or more of the following disciplines: environmental project planning; environmental management; environmental sciences; civil, environmental or structural engineering; construction; architecture; industrial hygiene; occupational health; or architectural history or historical architecture, and a minimum of two years of experience in lead, asbestos, or environmental remediation work, including responsibility for project management or design; or
- A high school diploma or equivalent, and a minimum of three years of experience in lead, asbestos, or environmental remediation work, including responsibility for project management or design
Examination: Written examination required, which must be conducted by a third party other than the accredited training entity, and must consist of a minimum of 100 multiple choice questions specific to the discipline being applied for; and at least 25 additional questions specific to the provisions of RSA 130-A and He-P 1600
Continuing Education: Refresher training program and a third-party exam, specific to the discipline, must be completed once every three years
Fees:
- Initial license: $250
- Annual renewal: $250
Reciprocity: Permitted with individuals licensed by another state or the federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), provided the requirements for licensure and training are equivalent to or higher than requirements of this state
revised Jan 2018 |