| License Description |
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) licenses individuals who conduct the following lead disciplines: Lead Worker, Lead Supervisor, Lead Inspector, Lead Risk Assessor, Lead Project Designer. This licensing ensures that individuals performing these activities are properly trained and qualified. Review:
EPA's: Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Program to meet the regulatory requirements.
Individual Lead Licensing
For initial licensing in any lead discipline, you must complete an MDH approved initial training course for that lead discipline. If you are currently licensed in another state, you must take an MDH approved refresher training course for that lead discipline.
Experience or qualification requirements
Lead Worker
Work experience ?? None
Education requirements?? None
Credential requirements ?? None
Independent exam - No
Lead Supervisor
Work experience ?? 1 year of experience as a lead worker OR 1 year of experience in the childhood lead poisoning prevention program of a government agency OR 2 years of experience in environmental remediation or general construction
Education requirements?? None
Credential requirements ?? None
Independent exam - Yes (passing score of 70% or better)
Lead Inspector
Work experience ?? None
Education requirements?? None
Credential requirements ?? None
Independent exam - Yes (passing score of 70% or better)
Lead Risk Assessor
Work experience ?? High school diploma/GED and 3 years of experience in regulated lead work, asbestos abatement, environmental remediation, general construction or the childhood lead poisoning prevention program of a government agency; OR
Education requirements?? Bachelor??s degree and 1 year of experience in regulated lead work, asbestos abatement, environmental remediation, general construction or the childhood lead poisoning prevention program of a government agency OR Associate??s degree and 2 years of experience in regulated lead work, asbestos abatement, environmental remediation, general construction or the childhood lead poisoning prevention program of a government agency; OR
Credential requirements ?? Designation as a certified industrial hygienist, registered professional engineer, registered architect, certified safety professional, or registered public health sanitarian
Independent exam - Yes (passing score of 70% or better)
Lead Project Designer
Work experience ?? 2 years of experience in regulated lead work, asbestos-related work, asbestos management activities, or other environmental remediation activities OR 4 years of experience in building construction, design or a related field; OR
Education requirements?? Bachelor??s degree in engineering, architecture or an environmental or safety discipline and 1 year of experience in building construction, design or a related field; OR
Credential requirements ?? Designation as a certified industrial hygienist, registered professional engineer, registered architect, certified safety professional, or registered public health sanitarian
Independent exam - No
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