To protect against this risk, on April 22, 2008, EPA issued a rule requiring the use of lead-safe practices and other actions aimed at preventing lead poisoning. Under the rule, beginning April 22, 2010, contractors performing renovation, repair and painting projects that disturb lead-based paint in homes, child care facilities, and schools built before 1978 must be certified and must follow specific work practices to prevent lead contamination.

EPA requires that firms performing renovation, repair, and painting projects that disturb lead-based paint in pre-1978 homes, child care facilities and schools be certified by EPA and that they use certified renovators who are trained by EPA-approved training providers to follow lead-safe work practices. Individuals can become certified renovators by taking an eight-hour training course from an EPA-approved training provider.

The HBASI will be hosting an additional class on September 2, 2010. for more information please contact Darla darla@hbasi.org or 618-529-5085 or you can register on-line at http://www.connorinstitute.com/events/2308.  Members can contact Darla for the HBASI member discount code.

Price is $275.00 for non members and $225.00 for members.

Guest Speaker:  Ken Koroll from OSHA.  Ken will be discussing the latest rumors about OSHA including the increase in the number of inspectors, the increase in inspections, increase in penalties, etc.

Over 2,300 adults attended this years event looking for companies to build their dream home, remodel their current home, build a new garage or pole barn.  Attendees were also interested in new heating/air conditioning options, landscaping companies, pool/spa companies, and other companies that could help them with their home projects big and small.

Click on the Spring Home Expo 2011 tab for more information.