After reducing lead hazards in a property, who must perform clearance testing?

After reducing lead hazards in a property, who must perform clearance testing?

• A. Certified inspector
• B. Risk assessor
• C. Both certified inspector and risk assessor
• D. Homeowner

Answer: (C)

After you’ve reduced lead hazards, clearance testing verifies that remaining dust levels meet the required standards before the space can be reoccupied. This test must be done by someone with certification in lead-based paint inspection or risk assessment. A certified inspector has the training to perform clearance sampling and interpret the lab results, while a certified risk assessor has the training to assess exposure risk and also conduct clearance sampling and interpretation. Because clearance testing relies on proper sampling, laboratory analysis, and correct interpretation against standards, either credentialed professional is appropriate. The homeowner is not qualified to perform clearance testing.

After you’ve reduced lead hazards, clearance testing verifies that remaining dust levels meet the required standards before the space can be reoccupied. This test must be done by someone with certification in lead-based paint inspection or risk assessment. A certified inspector has the training to perform clearance sampling and interpret the lab results, while a certified risk assessor has the training to assess exposure risk and also conduct clearance sampling and interpretation. Because clearance testing relies on proper sampling, laboratory analysis, and correct interpretation against standards, either credentialed professional is appropriate. The homeowner is not qualified to perform clearance testing.