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Lead (Pb) Hazard Investigator

Certification to conduct lead hazard screening, risk assessment, lead-safe investigation or clearance activities, or provide options to reduce specific lead hazards but does not use an x-ray fluorescence (XRF) analyzer or conduct lead inspections.

Type

Initial, Renewal

Description

An individual certified to conduct lead hazard screening, risk assessment, lead-safe investigation or clearance activities or provide options to reduce specific lead hazards but does not use an x-ray fluorescence (XRF) or conduct lead inspections.

Duration

2 years. Refresher training required every 2 years.

Fees

$325 for 2 years. State and local government employees are fee exempt.

Prerequisites

See Wis. Admin. Code ch. DHS 163, subchapter II, Certification.

Required documentation

See Wis. Admin. Code ch. DHS 163, subchapter II, Certification.

Instructions

Apply online after completing required training, or complete an initial or renewal application.

Wisconsin statute

Wisconsin Stat. 254, subchapter II, Toxic Substances.

Wisconsin administrative code

Wisconsin Admin. Code ch. DHS 163, Certification for the Identification, Removal and Reduction of Lead-Based Paint Hazards.

Program information

Visit our Getting Certified page.

Last revised March 29, 2022