LEAD PAINT NEWS Archives - LeadSMART Training Solutions, Inc.

How LeadSMART Training Makes Getting Lead Paint Certified in New England Easy

If you’re a contractor, renovator, or property manager working in Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, or Maine, you know how important it is to have proper lead paint certification. Lead paint regulations are strict across New England, and failing to comply can lead to hefty fines and legal trouble—not to mention the health risks posed by improper handling of lead-based paint. At LeadSMART Training, we understand that getting certified can feel overwhelming. That’s why we’ve designed [...]

webheadsleadsmart2025-02-24T10:40:13-04:00February 24th, 2025|Categories: LEAD PAINT NEWS|

How to Get Lead Paint Certified in New England: A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a contractor, renovator, landlord, or property manager in New England, getting lead paint certified is essential for compliance with federal and state laws. Without proper certification, you risk hefty fines and potential legal action. This guide will walk you through the steps to becoming lead paint certified in Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Maine. IMPORTANT NOTE: In addition to the individual training requirements this article addresses, IN ALL CASES, YOU MUST ALSO LICENSE/CERTIFY [...]

webheadsleadsmart2025-02-25T18:06:08-04:00February 13th, 2025|Categories: LEAD PAINT NEWS|

Lead Paint & MA CSL Certification Classes in Worcester, MA: Stay Compliant and Advance Your Career

If you’re in the construction, renovation, or painting industry in Worcester, MA, staying up to date with certifications is critical to remaining compliant with state and federal regulations. LeadSMART Training offers Lead Renovator Initial Certification, Lead Renovator Refresher Certification, Moderate Risk Deleading Certification, and Massachusetts Contractor Supervisor License (MA CSL) Renewal Classes right here in Worcester to help you meet these requirements and keep your business running smoothly. Why Choose LeadSMART Training in Worcester, MA? Located in [...]

webheadsleadsmart2025-01-27T12:30:36-04:00January 27th, 2025|Categories: CSL NEWS, LEAD PAINT NEWS|Tags: worcester csl classes, worcester lead paint classes|

Top 5 Reasons Contractors in MA, CT, NH, RI, and ME Need Their Initial Lead Paint Certification

For contractors working in Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Maine, obtaining your Initial Lead Paint Certification (LSR or RRP) is not just a regulatory requirement—it’s a critical step to protect your business, your workers, and your clients. Whether you're renovating, repairing, or painting homes built before 1978, this certification equips you with essential knowledge and ensures compliance with EPA and state regulations. Here are the top five reasons why you need your Initial Lead Paint [...]

webheadsleadsmart2024-12-02T13:16:05-04:00December 2nd, 2024|Categories: LEAD PAINT NEWS, RRP, RRP Training|Tags: lead paint certification, lsr classes, rrp classes|

Renew Your LSR Lead Paint Certification with Our 4-Hour Refresher Course

If you're a contractor in Massachusetts needing to renew your LSR Lead Paint Certification, LeadSMART Training offers a 4-hour refresher course designed to keep you compliant with the latest lead safety regulations. This course covers essential lead-safe work practices, regulatory updates, and dust control techniques, ensuring your knowledge stays current and you can continue operating safely and legally in the field. LeadSMART’s LSR Lead Paint Certification 4-Hour Refresher Course is available live in convenient Massachusetts locations: Norwood, [...]

webheadsleadsmart2024-12-17T12:35:09-04:00October 21st, 2024|Categories: LEAD PAINT NEWS, MA RRP Refresher, RRP Refresher|Tags: lead paint certification refresher class, LSR refresher class, rrp refresher class|

Get Your MA LSR Lead Paint Certification with LeadSMART Training’s 8-Hour Initial Class

If you're a contractor working in Massachusetts, securing your LSR Lead Paint Certification is essential to comply with the EPA’s Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule. LeadSMART Training offers an 8-hour Initial Class designed to provide all the necessary training to safely manage lead paint hazards in residential and commercial properties. This course covers critical topics like lead-safe work practices, dust control, and regulatory compliance, ensuring you stay on the right side of both state and federal [...]

webheadsleadsmart2024-12-17T12:35:44-04:00October 8th, 2024|Categories: LEAD PAINT NEWS|Tags: ma lead paint classes, MA LSR, ma lsr initial|

Introducing New High Risk Deleading Classes

LeadSMART Training is thrilled to announce the launch of our MA High Risk Deleading classes. These advanced training programs are designed for professionals managing and abating lead hazards in high-risk properties, such as older buildings with significant lead issues. Our comprehensive curriculum covers essential lead removal techniques, safety measures, regulatory compliance, and effective strategies for controlling lead dust and contamination, ensuring thorough and safe remediation practices. Participants in the MA High Risk Deleading classes will have the [...]

webheadsleadsmart2024-12-17T12:36:43-04:00September 25th, 2024|Categories: LEAD PAINT NEWS|Tags: high risk deleading, Massachusetts Deleading|

NEW – Moderate Risk Deleading Classes at LeadSMART Training: Now Available in Multiple Formats

LeadSMART Training is excited to announce our new Moderate Risk Deleading classes, designed to equip professionals with the skills to handle lead hazards in moderate-risk properties, including condominiums and apartments. This essential training covers safe work practices, effective lead control measures, and compliance with both state and federal regulations, ensuring that participants can manage lead issues safely and efficiently. We offer two convenient formats for the Moderate Risk Deleading classes: an Initial Class - Live, which is [...]

webheadsleadsmart2024-12-17T12:37:39-04:00September 9th, 2024|Categories: LEAD PAINT NEWS|Tags: deleading, moderate risk deleading|

BIG Updates: New MA Training Programs & Our First Ever Training Center!

During the past few months, we have been working hard behind the scenes and want to share with all of you some GFN!!!!! What’s a GFN you ask?? We now offer MA Moderate Risk Deleading program for contractors!! We offer these 4 hour classes Virtually (can you say zoom?) and Live. Click to learn more about Moderate Risk Deleading LIVE Schedule VIRTUAL Schedule You asked for LIVE LSR REFRESHER CLASSES ….. we heard you! good-news [...]

webheadsleadsmart2024-08-30T14:27:19-04:00August 30th, 2024|Categories: LEAD PAINT NEWS, MA LSR-S, MA RRP Refresher|

The Importance of RRP / LSR Lead Paint Training Courses

In the New England area, where historic homes are abundant, lead paint poses a significant health risk, particularly during renovations or painting projects. As such, independent painters and painting companies should strongly consider enrolling in LeadSMART Training’s Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) or Lead Safe Renovation (LSR) courses to ensure the safety of both themselves and their clients. Firstly, these courses provide essential knowledge on lead-safe work practices, including proper containment, cleanup, and disposal procedures. Lead [...]

webheadsleadsmart2024-12-17T12:40:20-04:00July 1st, 2024|Categories: LEAD PAINT NEWS|Tags: CT RRP, lead paint training, lead paint training class, lead paint training course, LSR Class, LSR Training, MA LSR, ME RRP, NH RRP, RI RRP, RRP Class, RRP Training|