Lead Renovation RRP Compliance Checklist

Inspection template for EPA Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) compliance on renovation jobs that may disturb lead-based paint, covering certification, occupant protection, containment, lead-safe work practices, cleaning verification, and recordkeeping.

Project Documentation and Certification

• Renovation scope confirms a pre-1978 target housing or child-occupied facility lead-risk review
  Confirm the job file identifies whether the property is pre-1978 target housing or a child-occupied facility and whether RRP requirements apply.
• Firm and renovator certification documents are current and available on site
  Verify the firm is EPA-certified and the certified renovator assignment is documented and available for inspection.
• Pre-renovation education and occupant notification records are complete
  Confirm required lead hazard information pamphlet delivery and any required notifications were completed and documented before work started.
• Required job records are present and retained for the project
  Verify job records such as training, notifications, cleaning verification, and waste handling documentation are maintained in the project file.
• Emergency or post-disaster conditions documented, if applicable
  If the work is part of an emergency or post-disaster response, confirm the exception basis is documented and remaining lead-safe requirements are addressed.

Occupant Protection and Work Area Setup

• Work area is isolated from occupants and unauthorized entry is prevented
  Verify the work area is separated from occupied spaces and access is controlled with signs, barriers, or other effective means.
• Floors, furniture, and fixed items outside the work area are protected from dust and debris
  Confirm surfaces outside the active work zone are covered or otherwise protected from lead dust migration.
• Warning signs are posted at entrances to the work area
  Verify lead hazard warning signs are visible and placed where workers and occupants approach the work area.
• HVAC registers, vents, and openings are sealed or protected as needed
  Confirm openings that could spread dust are sealed or otherwise protected before work begins.
• Containment setup matches the scope of disturbance and prevents dust migration
  Rate the overall containment quality based on barriers, floor protection, and control of dust pathways.

Lead-Safe Work Practices

• Prohibited practices are not being used
  Confirm the crew is not using unsafe methods such as open-flame burning, torching, uncontrolled power sanding, or dry scraping beyond allowed limits.
• Dust-generating work is controlled with lead-safe methods
  Verify methods such as wet methods, HEPA vacuum attachment, or other dust-minimizing techniques are used where required.
• HEPA vacuum or equivalent dust collection equipment is available and in use when required
  Confirm appropriate dust collection equipment is present, functional, and used for cleanup and dust control.
• Workers are wearing appropriate PPE for the task and contamination risk
  Verify PPE selection is appropriate for the work activity and that contaminated PPE is managed to prevent spread.
• Certified renovator is directing or verifying lead-safe work practices on site
  Confirm the certified renovator is present or has provided documented direction and oversight as required for the job.

Cleaning Verification and Waste Handling

• Visible dust and debris removed from all work and adjacent containment surfaces
  Verify the work area and adjacent surfaces are free of visible dust, chips, and debris before final verification.
• Cleaning verification procedure completed by the certified renovator
  Confirm the certified renovator completed the required cleaning verification steps and documented the result.
• Cleaning verification surfaces pass visual and wipe-check expectations
  Rate the adequacy of final cleaning based on visible cleanliness and verification results.
• Waste, debris, and disposable containment materials are bagged or sealed before removal
  Confirm lead-contaminated waste and disposable materials are contained to prevent release during transport.
• Waste storage and disposal follow applicable site and local requirements
  Verify waste is staged, labeled, and disposed of according to project procedures and local requirements.

Final Review and Closeout

• All deficiencies and corrective actions are documented
  Record any non-conformance, corrective action taken, and the person responsible for closure.
• Photos and notes support the inspection findings
  Attach evidence that supports the inspection result, including containment, cleanup, and any deficiencies.
• Inspection result
  Overall compliance determination for the renovation job.
• Inspector signature
  Inspector confirms the findings and closeout status.