Lead-based paint regulations, all in one place.
Below are all of the state/federal requirements in Iowa to become a certified Lead Abatement Contractor professional.
If you have any questions on this information, please contact your local government agency.
| STATE | IA |
| DISCIPLINE | Lead Abatement Contractor |
| COURSE DURATION | 40 hours |
| PREREQUISITES | -1 year experience as certified lead abatement worker, OR -2 years experience in building trades or related field |
| ACCREDITING BODY | Iowa Department of Public Health |
| INDIVIDUAL APP REQUIREMENTS | $60 annually |
| INDIVIDUAL EXAM FEES | Third party exam. Exam fee is $65. |
| COMPANY APP REQUIREMENTS | Annual firm application, no fee |
| REFRESHER TRAINING | All licenses must be renewed every 3 years by successfully completing refresher training |
| RECIPROCITY | Each applicant for certification who is certified in any of the disciplines specified in this rule in another state may request reciprocal certification. The department shall evaluate the requirements for certification to determine that the requirements for certification in such other state are as protective of health and the environment as the requirements for certification in Iowa. |
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