VERMONT’S ASBESTOS AND LEAD REGULATORY PROGRAM – 2024 PROGRAM UPDATE
The Vermont Department of Health, Asbestos and Lead Regulatory Program (ALRP) has been implementing the Renovation, Repair, Painting and Maintenance (RRPM) Program in Vermont since 2022. The ALRP is running ongoing outreach campaigns to contractors, homeowners, and renters of pre-1978 housing to increase awareness of the federal and state RRP regulations. As an example, the […]
Vermont Program Update
Vermont adopted the Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) authority from the U.S. EPA in October, 2022. The Vermont Department of Health’s Asbestos and Lead Regulatory Program (ALRP) oversees the new Lead-Safe Renovation, Repair, Painting and Maintenance (RRPM) Program. Those who perform RRP activities in Vermont need to apply for the Vermont Lead-Safe RRPM Supervisor and […]
A Central Falls couple’s twins were struggling. Then a blood test showed high lead levels.
Pioneer Investments left two young children at risk in a Central Falls property. Now, the parents may take action. Article by Amy Russo, The Providence Journal “When it took the babies a month or so longer than average to start to crawl, a doctor assured the parents that they would catch up… But one problem […]
2022 NATIONAL LEAD POISONING PREVENTION WEEK VIRTUAL EVENTS
Each year, National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week (NLPPW) is a call to bring together individuals, organizations, industry, and tribal, state and local governments to raise awareness of lead poisoning prevention and reduce childhood exposure to lead. Lead is particularly dangerous to children because their growing bodies absorb more lead and are more sensitive to lead […]
New 2023 Lead Statutes in Connecticut
New lead statutes will begin in Connecticut on January 1, 2023. Over a three year period, inspections will be conducted at lower levels. Additionally, Connecticut will adopt the CDC’s level of concern of 3.2 micrograms per deciliter. A three-part webinar for local health departments will be held during National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week (NLPPW). Presentations […]
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