EPA Renovators – Refresher Class
Date/Time
Date(s) - February 27, 2026
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location
Mid-America Safety & Environmental
2259 N Burton Avenue
Springfield, Missouri 65803
The EPA Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Refresher Certification Course is designed for renovators, contractors, painters, property managers, and maintenance workers seeking to renew their EPA RRP certification before expiration. This 4-hour course ensures ongoing compliance with federal requirements when working in pre-1978 homes and child-occupied facilities, per the EPA Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule (40 CFR Part 745, Subpart E).
Course Overview
This streamlined course provides updated training in lead-safe work practices and regulatory changes, ensuring participants stay current and competent in protecting occupants, workers, and the environment from lead hazards. Course highlights include:
- EPA RRP Rule Updates: Latest regulatory requirements and industry protocols.
- Lead Hazard Recognition: Review of health risks and hazard identification.
- Safe Work Practices: Refresher on containment, PPE usage, and dust minimization.
- Cleaning and Clearance Verification: Procedures to confirm work area safety post-renovation.
- Recordkeeping: Current documentation requirements for compliance.
- Practical Review: Hands-on demonstration and discussion of effective techniques.
Training Format
The refresher course features a mix of classroom instruction, practical demonstration, and discussion. A written exam is required for successful recertification.
Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for EPA-certified renovators whose RRP certification is approaching expiration (must attend prior to expiration for renewal eligibility):
- Renovators, Contractors, Painters
- Remodelers, Carpenters
- Maintenance Personnel, Property Managers
Duration
4 hours (Half Day)
Certification
Upon passing the refresher course and exam, participants receive a renewed EPA Lead RRP Certificate, extending their certification for an additional 5 years.