Chapter 30. Lead-Based Paint Activities Regulations
Part I
Scope
18VAC15-30-10. Scope.
This chapter contains procedures and requirements for the accreditation of lead-based paint activities training programs and providers, procedures and requirements for the licensure of individuals and firms engaged in lead-based paint activities in target housing and child-occupied facilities, and standards for performing such activities. This chapter is applicable to all individuals and firms who are engaged in lead-based paint activities as defined in 18VAC15-30-20, except persons who perform these activities within residences they own as provided for in § 54.1-512 E of the Code of Virginia.
Statutory Authority
§ 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
Part II
Definitions and General Requirements
18VAC15-30-20. Definitions.
A. Section 54.1-500 of the Code of Virginia provides definitions of the following terms and phrases as used in this chapter:
"Accredited lead training program"
"Board"
"Lead-based paint"
"Lead-contaminated soil"
"Lead contractor"
"Lead project design"
"Lead risk assessment"
"Person"
B. The following words and terms when used in this chapter have the following meanings unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:
"Abatement" or "abatement project" means any measure or set of measures designed to permanently eliminate lead-based paint hazards.
1. "Abatement" includes:
a. The removal of lead-based paint and lead-contaminated dust, the permanent enclosure or encapsulation of lead-based paint, the replacement of painted surfaces or fixtures, or the removal or permanent covering of lead-contaminated soil, when lead-based paint hazards are present in such paint, dust, or soil;
b. All preparation, cleanup, disposal, and post-abatement clearance testing activities associated with such measures;
c. Lead-based paint activities for which there is a written contract or other documentation that provides that an individual or firm will be conducting activities in or to a residential dwelling or child-occupied facility that:
(1) Will result in the permanent elimination of lead-based paint hazards; or
(2) Are designed to permanently eliminate lead-based paint hazards;
d. Lead-based paint activities resulting in the permanent elimination of lead-based paint hazards, unless such projects are covered by subdivision 2 of this definition; and
e. Lead-based paint activities resulting in the permanent elimination of lead-based paint hazards that are conducted in response to state or local abatement orders.
2. Abatement does not include renovation, remodeling, landscaping, or other activities when such activities are not designed to permanently eliminate lead-based paint hazards, but instead are designed to repair, restore, or remodel a given structure or dwelling, even though these activities may incidentally result in a reduction or elimination of lead-based paint hazards. Abatement does not include interim controls, operations and maintenance activities, or other measures and activities designed to temporarily, but not permanently, reduce lead-based paint hazards.
"Applicant" means a person who submits an application to the board.
"Application" means a completed board-prescribed form submitted with the appropriate fee and other required documentation.
"Child-occupied facility" means a building or portion of a building constructed prior to 1978 that is visited regularly by the same child six years of age or younger on at least two different days within any week (Sunday through Saturday period), provided that each day's visit lasts at least three hours, the combined weekly visit lasts six hours, and the combined annual visits last at least 60 hours. Child-occupied facilities may include day care centers, preschools, and kindergarten classrooms.
"Clearance levels" means values that indicate the maximum amount of lead permitted in dust on a surface following completion of an abatement activity.
"Common area" means a portion of a building generally accessible to all occupants, including hallways, stairways, laundry and recreational rooms, playgrounds, community centers, garages, and boundary fences.
"Component or building component" means specific design or structural elements or fixtures of a building or residential dwelling or child-occupied facility that are distinguished from each other by form, function, and location. These include interior components such as ceilings, crown molding, walls, chair rails, doors, door trim, floors, fireplaces, radiators and other heating units, shelves, shelf supports, stair treads, stair risers, stair stringers, newel posts, railing caps, balustrades, windows and trim (including sashes, window heads, jambs, sills, stools, and troughs), built-in cabinets, columns, beams, bathroom vanities, counter tops, and air conditioners, and exterior components such as painted roofing, chimneys, flashing, gutters and downspouts, ceilings, soffits, facias, rake boards, corner boards, bulkheads, doors and door trim, fences, floors, joists, lattice work, railings and railing caps, siding, handrails, stair risers and treads, stair stringers, columns, balustrades, window sills or stools and troughs, casings, sashes, wells, and air conditioners.
"Containment" means a process to protect workers and the environment by controlling exposures to the lead-contaminated dust and debris created during an abatement.
"Course agenda" means an outline of the key topics to be covered during a training course, including the time allotted to teach each topic.
"Course test" means an evaluation of the overall effectiveness of the training that will test the trainee's knowledge and retention of the topics covered during the course.
"Department" means the Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation.
"Deteriorated paint" means paint that is cracking, flaking, chipping, peeling, or otherwise separating from the substrate building component.
"Discipline" means one of the specific types or categories of lead-based paint activities established in this chapter for which individuals must receive training from accredited lead training providers and become licensed by the board.
"Distinct painting history" means application history, as indicated by visual appearance or a record of application, over time, of paint or other surface coatings to a component or room.
"Documented methodologies" means methods or protocols used to sample for the presence of lead in paint, dust, and soil.
"Encapsulant" means a substance that forms a barrier between lead-based paint and the environment using a liquid-applied coating (with or without reinforcement materials) or an adhesively bonded covering material.
"Encapsulation" means the application of an encapsulant.
"Enclosure" means the use of rigid, durable construction materials that are mechanically fastened to the substrate in order to act as a barrier between lead-based paint and the environment.
"Environmental remediation activity" means any activity planned or carried out for the purpose of reducing or eliminating any environmental hazard, including activities necessary to train individuals in the proper or lawful conduct of such activities, which are regulated by federal or state law or regulation.
"EPA" means the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
"Financial interest" means financial benefit accruing to an individual or to a member of the individual's immediate family. Such interest exists by reason of (i) ownership in a business if the ownership exceeds 3.0% of the total equity of the business; (ii) annual gross income that exceeds or may be reasonably anticipated to exceed $2,000 from ownership in real or personal property or a business; (iii) salary, other compensation, fringe benefits, or benefits from the use of property, or a combination thereof, paid or provided by a business that exceeds or may reasonably be expected to exceed $2,000 annually; or (iv) ownership of real or personal property if the interest exceeds $2,000 in value.
"Firm" means any company, partnership, corporation, sole proprietorship, association, or any other form of business organization recognized under the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia.
"Guest instructor" means an individual designated by the training program manager or principal instructor to provide instruction specific to the lecture, hands-on activities, or work practice components of a course.
"Hands-on skills assessment" means an evaluation that tests the trainee's ability to satisfactorily perform the work practices and procedures identified in this chapter, as well as any other skills taught in a training course.
"Hazardous waste" means any waste as defined in 40 CFR 261.3.
"HUD" means the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
"Inspection" means a surface-by-surface investigation to determine the presence of lead-based paint and the provision of a report explaining the results of the investigation.
"Interim controls" means a set of measures designed to temporarily reduce human exposure or likely exposure to lead-based paint hazards, including specialized cleaning, repairs, maintenance, painting, temporary containment, ongoing monitoring of lead-based paint hazards or potential hazards, and the establishment and operation of management and resident education programs.
"Lead-based paint activities" means risk assessment, inspection, project design, and abatement as defined in this chapter that affects or relates to target housing and child-occupied facilities.
"Lead-based paint hazard" means any condition that causes exposure to lead from lead-contaminated dust, lead-contaminated soil, or lead-contaminated paint that is deteriorated or present in accessible surfaces, friction surfaces, or impact surfaces that would result in adverse human health effects as identified by EPA.
"Lead-contaminated dust" means surface dust that contains an area or mass concentration of lead at or in excess of levels identified by the EPA pursuant to § 403 of the Toxic Substances Control Act (15 USC § 2683).
"Lead-hazard screen" means a limited risk assessment activity that involves limited paint and dust sampling.
"Licensed lead abatement supervisor" or "lead supervisor" means an individual who has met the requirements of this chapter and has been licensed by the board to supervise and conduct abatements and to prepare occupant protection plans and abatement reports.
"Licensed lead abatement worker" or "lead worker" means an individual who has met the requirements of this chapter and has been licensed by the board to perform abatements under the supervision of a licensed lead supervisor.
"Licensed lead inspector" or "lead inspector" means an individual who has met the requirements of this chapter and has been licensed by the board to conduct lead inspections. A licensed inspector may also sample for the presence of lead in dust and soil for the purposes of abatement clearance testing.
"Licensed lead project designer" or "lead project designer" means an individual who has met the requirements of this chapter and has been licensed by the board to prepare abatement project designs, occupant protection plans, and abatement reports.
"Licensed lead risk assessor" or "lead risk assessor" means an individual who has met the requirements of this chapter and has been licensed by the board to conduct lead inspections and risk assessments. A licensed risk assessor may also sample for the presence of lead in dust and soil for the purposes of abatement clearance testing.
"Licensee" means any person who has been issued and holds a valid license as a lead abatement worker, lead abatement supervisor, lead inspector, lead risk assessor, lead project designer, or lead abatement contractor.
"Living area" means any area of a residential dwelling used by one or more children six years of age and younger, including living rooms, kitchen areas, dens, play rooms, and children's bedrooms.
"Multi-family dwelling" means target housing that contains more than one separate residential dwelling unit, in which one or more units is used or occupied, or intended to be used or occupied, in whole or in part, as the home or residence of one or more persons.
"OSHA" means the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
"Paint in poor condition" means more than 10 square feet of deteriorated paint on exterior components with large surface areas; more than two square feet of deteriorated paint on interior components with large surface areas (e.g., walls, ceilings, floors, doors); or more than 10% of the total surface area of the component is deteriorated on the interior or exterior components with small surface area (e.g., window sills, baseboards, soffits, trim).
"Permanently covered soil" means soil that has been separated from human contact by the placement of a barrier consisting of solid, relatively impermeable material, such as pavement or concrete. Grass, mulch, and other landscaping materials are not considered permanent covering.
"Principal instructor" means the individual who has the primary responsibility for organizing and teaching a particular course.
"Recognized laboratory" means any environmental laboratory recognized by EPA as being capable of performing an analysis for lead compounds in paint, soil, and dust.
"Reduction" means measures designed to reduce or eliminate human exposure to lead-based paint hazards through methods including interim controls and abatement.
"Residential dwelling" means (i) target housing that is a detached single-family dwelling, including attached structures such as porches and stoops, or (ii) target housing that is a single-family dwelling unit in a structure that contains more than one separate residential dwelling unit, which is used or occupied, or intended to be used or occupied, in whole or in part, as the home or residence of one or more individuals.
"Target housing" means any housing constructed prior to 1978, except for housing for the elderly or persons with disabilities (unless any one or more children six years of age or younger reside or is expected to reside in such housing for the elderly or persons with disabilities) or any zero-bedroom dwelling.
"Training curriculum" means an established set of course topics for instruction in an accredited lead training program for a particular discipline designed to provide specialized knowledge and skills.
"Training hour" means at least 50 minutes of actual instruction, including time devoted to lecture, learning activities, small group activities, demonstrations, evaluations, and hands-on experience.
"Training manager" means the individual responsible for administering a training program and monitoring the performance of the instructors.
"Visual inspection for clearance testing" means the visual examination of a residential dwelling or a child-occupied facility following an abatement to determine whether the abatement has been successfully completed.
"Visual inspection for risk assessment" means the visual examination of a residential dwelling or a child-occupied facility to determine the existence of deteriorated lead-based paint or other potential sources of lead-based paint hazards.
"XRF" means x-ray fluorescence.
Statutory Authority
§ 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-25. Applicability.
A. A licensed lead abatement supervisor may perform the duties of a licensed lead abatement worker.
B. Federally assisted housing and community development programs conducted in compliance with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Lead-Safe Final Rule 24 CFR Part 35 will be considered to meet the requirements of this chapter.
Statutory Authority
§ of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-30. (Repealed.)
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; repealed, Virginia Register Volume 23, Issue 3, eff. December 1, 2006.
18VAC15-30-41. (Repealed.)
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; repealed, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-50. (Repealed.)
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; repealed, Virginia Register Volume 23, Issue 3, eff. December 1, 2006.
Part III
Entry
18VAC15-30-51. Application procedures.
A. All applicants must submit an application with the appropriate fee specified in 18VAC15-30-162. Application must be made on forms provided by the board or the board's agent.
1. By submitting the application to the department, the applicant certifies that the applicant has read and understands the statutes and the board's regulations.
2. The receipt of an application and the deposit of fees by the board does not indicate approval by the board.
B. The board may make further inquiries and investigations with respect to the applicant's qualifications to confirm or amplify information supplied.
C. The applicant will be notified if the application is incomplete. A person who fails to complete the process within 12 months after the date the department receives the application must submit a new application and fee.
D. The applicant must immediately report all changes in information supplied with the application, if applicable, prior to issuance of the license or expiration of the application.
Statutory Authority
§§ 54.1-201 and 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 23, Issue 3, eff. December 1, 2006; amended, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-52. General requirements for licensure of individuals.
A. Each applicant for individual licensure must meet the requirements provided in this section.
B. The applicant must disclose the applicant's full legal name.
C. The applicant must be at least 18 years of age.
D. The applicant must disclose the applicant's mailing address and email address. A post office box is only acceptable as a mailing address when a physical address is also provided.
E. In accordance with § 54.1-204 of the Code of Virginia, each applicant must disclose the following information:
1. All felony convictions.
2. All misdemeanor convictions related to environmental remediation activity.
3. All misdemeanor convictions, excluding marijuana convictions, that occurred within three years of the date of application.
Any finding of guilt, regardless of adjudication or deferred adjudication, will be considered a conviction for the purposes of this section. The record of conviction certified or authenticated in such form as to be admissible in evidence under the laws of the jurisdiction where convicted will be admissible as prima facie evidence of a conviction or finding of guilt. The board, at its discretion, may deny licensure to any applicant in accordance with § 54.1-204 of the Code of Virginia.
F. The applicant must report any action taken by any board or administrative body in any jurisdiction against a professional or occupational license, certification, or registration issued to the applicant, to include any suspension, revocation, or surrender of a license, certification, or registration; imposition of a monetary penalty; or requirement to take remedial education or other corrective action. The board, in its discretion, may deny licensure to any applicant for any prior action taken by any board or administrative body in any jurisdiction.
G. Applicants must be in compliance with the standards of conduct and practice set forth in Part VIII (18VAC15-30-510 et seq.) and Part IX (18VAC15-30-760 et seq.) of this chapter at the time of application to the board, while the application is under review by the board, and at all times when the license is in effect.
H. The applicant must provide documentation of having satisfactorily completed the board-approved initial training program and all subsequent board-approved refresher training programs applicable to the license sought as specified in subsection I of this section. Documentation of training completion will be verified by the board. Completion certificates for board-approved initial training programs are valid for 36 months from the date training was completed. Board-approved refresher training programs must be satisfactorily completed no later than 36 months from the date the board-approved initial training program was completed and every 36 months thereafter.
I. An applicant for individual licensure must meet the education or experience requirements of this subsection that are applicable to the license sought.
1. Worker. Each applicant for a lead abatement worker license must provide evidence of successful completion of board-approved lead abatement worker training.
2. Project designer.
a. Each applicant for a lead project designer license must provide evidence of successful completion of board-approved lead project designer training and board-approved lead abatement supervisor training.
b. Each applicant for a lead project designer license must also provide evidence of successful completion of one of the following:
(1) A bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, or a related profession and one year experience in building construction and design or a related field; or
(2) Four years of experience in building construction and design or a related field.
3. Supervisor.
a. Each applicant for a lead abatement supervisor license must provide evidence of;
(1) Successful completion of board-approved lead abatement supervisor training; and
(2) One year of experience as a licensed lead abatement worker or two years of experience in a related field, including lead, asbestos, or environmental remediation, or in the building trades.
b. Each applicant for a lead abatement supervisor license must pass a board-approved licensing examination for supervisors within 36 months after completion of the board-approved lead abatement supervisor initial training course or the board-approved lead supervisor refresher course. An applicant who fails the examination three times must provide evidence to the board after the date of the third examination failure of having retaken and satisfactorily completed the initial training requirements. The applicant is then eligible to sit for the examination an additional three times.
4. Inspector.
a. Each applicant for a lead inspector license must provide evidence of successful completion of board-approved lead inspector training or lead risk assessor training.
b. Each applicant for a lead inspector license must pass a board-approved licensing examination for lead inspector within 36 months after completion of the board-approved lead inspector initial training course or the board-approved lead inspector refresher course. An applicant who fails the examination three times must provide evidence to the board after the date of the third examination failure of having retaken and satisfactorily completed the initial training requirements. The applicant is then eligible to sit for the examination an additional three times.
5. Risk assessor.
a. Each applicant for a lead risk assessor license must provide evidence of successful completion of board-approved lead risk assessor training and successful completion of board-approved lead inspector training.
b. Each applicant for a lead risk assessor license must also provide evidence of successful completion of one of the following:
(1) Certification or licensure as an industrial hygienist, a professional engineer, or a registered architect or licensure in a related engineering, health, or environmental field;
(2) A bachelor's degree and one year of experience in a related field (e.g., lead, asbestos, environmental remediation work, or construction);
(3) An associate's degree and two years of experience in a related field (e.g., lead, asbestos, environmental remediation work, or construction); or
(4) A high school diploma or its equivalent and at least three years of experience in a related field (e.g., lead, asbestos, environmental remediation work, or construction).
c. Each applicant must pass a board-approved licensing examination for risk assessor within 36 months after completion of the board-approved lead risk assessor initial training course or the board-approved lead risk assessor refresher course. An applicant who fails the examination three times must provide evidence to the board after the date of the third examination failure of having retaken and satisfactorily completed the initial training requirements. The applicant is then eligible to sit for the examination an additional three times.
J. Applicants for a lead supervisor, lead inspector, or lead risk assessor license must pass a board-approved examination on Virginia lead laws and regulations.
K. Applicants seeking to qualify for licensure based on completion of a degree must submit a transcript from the school where the applicable degree was obtained. Only a degree from a regional or national accreditation association or an accrediting agency that is recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education will be considered.
L. Experience requirements will be verified by resumes, letters of reference, or other documentation of work experience acceptable to the board.
M. Individuals who are required to pass a board-approved license examination may be issued an interim license, provided the required initial or refresher training was completed no later than six months prior to the application being received by the board.
Statutory Authority
§§ 54.1-201 and 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 23, Issue 3, eff. December 1, 2006; amended, Virginia Register Volume 31, Issue 20, eff. August 1, 2015; Volume 38, Issue 7, eff. December 22, 2021; Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-53. Qualifications for licensure of lead contractors.
A. Each firm applying for a license must meet the requirements of this section.
B. The applicant must disclose the name under which the firm conducts business and holds itself out to the public. In accordance with Chapter 5 (§ 59.1-69 et seq.) of Title 59.1 of the Code of Virginia, the firm must register any trade or fictitious names, when applicable, with the State Corporation Commission before submitting an application to the board.
C. The applicant must disclose the firm's mailing address, the firm's physical address, and the firm's email address.
D. In accordance with § 54.1-204 of the Code of Virginia, the applicant must disclose the following information about the firm and its owners, officers, managers, members, and directors, as applicable:
1. All felony convictions;
2. All misdemeanor convictions, except marijuana convictions, within the last three years; and
3. Any conviction involving environmental remediation activity that resulted in the significant harm or the imminent and substantial threat of significant harm to human health or the environment.
The board, in its discretion, may deny licensure to any applicant in accordance with § 54.1-204 of the Code of Virginia. The applicant has the right to request further review of any such action by the board under the Administrative Process Act (§ 2.2-4000 et seq. of the Code of Virginia).
E. The applicant must report any disciplinary action taken by any board or administrative body in any jurisdiction against a professional or occupational license, certification, or registration issued to the firm or its owners, officers, managers, members, directors, and, as applicable, any reprimand, suspension, revocation, or surrender of a license, certification, or registration; imposition of a monetary penalty; or requirement to take remedial education or other corrective action. The board, in its discretion, may deny licensure to any applicant based on disciplinary action taken by any board or administrative body in any jurisdiction.
F. The board may deny the application of an applicant who is shown to have a substantial identity of interest with a person whose license or certificate has been revoked or not renewed by the board. A substantial identity of interest includes (i) a controlling financial interest by the individual or corporate principals of the person whose license or certificate has been revoked or has not been renewed or (ii) substantially identical owners, officers, managers, members, or directors, as applicable.
G. Each applicant for lead contractor licensure must:
1. Hold a valid Virginia contractor license with a lead specialty issued by the Virginia Board for Contractors and comply with the provisions of Chapter 11 (§ 54.1-1100 et seq.) of Title 54.1 of the Code of Virginia governing the regulation of contractors.
2. Certify that:
a. Only properly licensed lead abatement supervisors and workers will be employed to conduct lead-based paint activities;
b. A licensed lead abatement supervisor is present at each job site during all work site preparation and during post-abatement cleanup and shall be on site or available by telephone, pager, or answering service and able to be present at the work site in no more than two hours when abatement activities are being conducted; and
c. The standards for conducting lead-based paint activities established in this chapter and standards established by EPA and OSHA shall be followed at all times during the conduct of lead-based paint activities.
Statutory Authority
§ 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 23, Issue 3, eff. December 1, 2006; amended, Virginia Register Volume 36, Issue 15, eff. May 1, 2020; Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-54. Qualifications for accredited lead training program approval.
A. For a training program to obtain accreditation from the board to teach lead-based paint activities, the program must demonstrate through its application material that it meets the minimum requirements for principal instructor qualifications, required topic review, length of training, and recordkeeping for each discipline for which the program is seeking accreditation. Training programs must offer courses that teach the standards for conducting lead-based paint activities contained in this chapter and other such standards adopted by EPA.
B. Each applicant for approval as an accredited lead training provider must meet the requirements established by this chapter. Applicants must apply on a form provided by the board. The application form must be completed in accordance with the instructions supplied and must include the following:
1. The course for which the training provider is applying for accreditation.
2. A statement signed by the training program manager certifying that the training program meets the minimum requirements established in this chapter.
3. The names and qualifications, including education and experience, of each principal instructor.
4. A copy of the student manuals and instructor manuals or other materials to be used.
5. A copy of the course agenda that includes the time allocation for each course topic.
6. A copy of the test and answer sheet.
7. A description of the facilities and equipment to be used for lecture and hands-on training.
8. A description of the activities and procedures that will be used for conducting the assessment of hands-on skills.
9. A copy of the quality control plan as described in 18VAC15-30-410.
10. A sample of a certificate that will be issued to students who successfully complete the course.
11. A proposed course date for auditing purposes.
12. The application fee required by 18VAC15-30-162.
C. The application must be received by the board no later than 45 days before the desired audit date.
D. An applicant may seek approval for as many initial and refresher courses as it chooses, but must submit a separate application for each program.
E. Applicants may seek accreditation to offer lead-based paint activities initial or refresher courses in any of the following disciplines: lead abatement worker, lead project designer, lead abatement supervisor, lead inspector, and lead risk assessor.
F. Upon receipt of an application, a preliminary review will be conducted to ensure compliance with this chapter. The applicant will be notified if the application is incomplete or deficient. All deficiencies must be corrected prior to the on-site audit.
G. Upon completion of the preliminary review, the board will conduct an on-site audit of the training program. The applicant will be notified of any deficiencies identified during the audit. All deficiencies must be corrected prior to the approval of the application.
H. An accredited training program must be approved by the board before the training program's training certificates will be accepted by the board as evidence that an individual has completed an accredited lead training program.
I. Each accredited lead training program that is granted approval will be sent a letter indicating the discipline approved and an expiration date.
Statutory Authority
§§ 54.1-201 and 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 23, Issue 3, eff. December 1, 2006; amended, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-60. (Repealed.)
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; repealed, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003.
18VAC15-30-100. (Repealed.)
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 10, eff. April 1, 1997; Volume 16, Issue 11, eff. May 1, 2000; Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; repealed, Virginia Register Volume 23, Issue 3, eff. December 1, 2006.
Part IV
Fees
18VAC15-30-161. General fee requirements.
A. All fees are nonrefundable and will not be prorated. The date on which the fee is received by the department or its agent will determine whether the fee is on time.
B. Fees for approval and renewal of an accredited lead training program and an accredited lead refresher training program will not be imposed on any state, local government, or nonprofit training program.
C. The fee for examination is subject to charges to the department by an outside vendor based on a contract entered into in compliance with the Virginia Public Procurement Act (§ 2.2-4300 et seq. of the Code of Virginia). Fees may be adjusted and charged to the candidate in accordance with this contract.
Statutory Authority
§§ 54.1-201 and 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 23, Issue 3, eff. December 1, 2006; amended, Virginia Register Volume 32, Issue 1, eff. November 1, 2015; Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-162. Application fees.
Application fees are as follows:
| Fee Type | Fee Amount | When Due |
| Application for worker, supervisor, inspector, risk assessor or project designer license | $80 | With application |
| Application for a lead contractor license | $110 | With application |
| Application for accredited lead training program approval | $500 per day of training | With application |
| Application for accredited lead refresher training program approval except for project designer refresher | $500 | With application |
| Application for accredited lead project designer refresher training program approval | $250 | With application |
Statutory Authority
§§ 54.1-201 and 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 23, Issue 3, eff. December 1, 2006; amended, Virginia Register Volume 31, Issue 20, eff. August 1, 2015.
18VAC15-30-163. Renewal and late renewal fees.
Renewal and late renewal fees are as follows:
Fee Type | Fee Amount | When Due |
Renewal for worker, supervisor, inspector, risk assessor, or project designer license | $45 | With renewal application |
Renewal for lead contractor license | $70 | With renewal application |
Renewal for accredited lead training program approval | $125 | With renewal application |
Late renewal for worker, supervisor, inspector, risk assessor, or project designer license (includes a $35 late renewal fee in addition to the regular $45 renewal fee) | $80 | With renewal application |
Late renewal for lead contractor license (includes a $35 late renewal fee in addition to the regular $70 renewal fee) | $105 | With renewal application |
Late renewal for accredited lead training program approval (includes a $35 late renewal fee in addition to the regular $125 renewal fee) | $160 | With renewal application |
Statutory Authority
§§ 54.1-201 and 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 23, Issue 3, eff. December 1, 2006; amended, Virginia Register Volume 31, Issue 20, eff. August 1, 2015; Volume 34, Issue 8, eff. February 1, 2018; Volume 36, Issue 9, eff. February 1, 2020; Volume 37, Issue 14, eff. April 1, 2021; Volume 39, Issue 12, eff. March 1, 2023; Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
Part V
Renewal
18VAC15-30-164. Renewal required.
A. Individual licenses expire 12 months from the last day of the month in which the license was issued. Interim licenses issued to individuals expire six months from the last day of the month the individual completed the board-approved initial or refresher accredited lead training program required by 18VAC15-30-52. Interim licenses will not be renewed.
B. Contractor licenses expire 12 months from the last day of the month in which the license was issued.
C. Accredited lead training programs approval expire 24 months from the last day of the month in which the board granted approval.
Statutory Authority
§§ 54.1-201 and 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 23, Issue 3, eff. December 1, 2006; amended, Virginia Register Volume 31, Issue 20, eff. August 1, 2015; Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-165. Procedures for renewal.
A. The board will send a renewal notice to the licensee or accredited lead training provider .
B. Prior to the license expiration date, each licensee desiring to renew a license must return to the board the appropriate fee specified in 18VAC15-30-163. Individual licensees must provide evidence of meeting the annual refresher training requirement for license renewal and meet the requirements of 18VAC15-30-166 A.
C. Prior to the expiration date on the approval letter, each accredited lead training program desiring to renew the approval must return to the board the appropriate fee specified in 18VAC15-30-163 and the documentation required by 18VAC15-30-166 B.
D. By making application for renewal, the licensee or accredited lead training program is certifying continued compliance with the requirements of this chapter.
Statutory Authority
§§ 54.1-201 and 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 23, Issue 3, eff. December 1, 2006; amended, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-166. Qualifications for renewal.
A. Individuals.
1. Licensees desiring to maintain an individual license must successfully complete the required board-approved refresher training course within 36 months after the date that the initial or most recent refresher training course was completed and at least once every 36 months thereafter. In the case of a proficiency-based course completion, refresher training is required every 60 months instead of 36 months.
2. Refresher training must be specific to the discipline of the license being renewed.
B. Accredited training programs.
1. Accredited lead training providers desiring to renew approval of an accredited lead training program must provide the following:
a. The training provider's name, address, and telephone number.
b. A statement signed by the training program manager that certifies that:
(1) The course materials for each course meet the requirements of Part VII (18VAC15-30-440 et seq.) of this chapter.
(2) The training manager and principal instructors meet the qualifications listed in 18VAC15-30-340.
(3) The training program manager complies at all times with all requirements of this chapter.
(4) The quality control program meets the requirements noted in 18VAC15-30-410.
(5) The recordkeeping requirements of this chapter will be followed.
2. An audit by a board representative may be performed to verify the certified statements and the contents of the application before relicensure is granted.
3. Accredited lead training programs determined by the board to have met the renewal requirements will be issued an approval for an additional 24 months.
Statutory Authority
§§ 54.1-201 and 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 23, Issue 3, eff. December 1, 2006; amended, Virginia Register Volume 31, Issue 20, eff. August 1, 2015; Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-167. Late renewal.
A. Each license and each accredited lead training program approval that is not renewed within 30 days of the expiration date on the license or approval letter will be subject to late renewal fees as established in 18VAC15-30-162.
B. Each license and each approved training program that is not renewed within 12 months after the expiration date will not be renewed. The individual or firm must apply for a new license or approval and meet entry requirements current at the time the new application is submitted.
Statutory Authority
§§ 54.1-201 and 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 23, Issue 3, eff. December 1, 2006; amended, Virginia Register Volume 31, Issue 15, eff. May 1, 2015; Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-170. (Repealed.)
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; repealed, Virginia Register Volume 23, Issue 3, eff. December 1, 2006.
18VAC15-30-190. (Repealed.)
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; repealed, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003.
18VAC15-30-205. (Repealed.)
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; repealed, Virginia Register Volume 23, Issue 3, eff. December 1, 2006.
18VAC15-30-210. (Repealed.)
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; repealed, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003.
18VAC15-30-225. (Repealed.)
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; repealed, Virginia Register Volume 23, Issue 3, eff. December 1, 2006.
18VAC15-30-230. (Repealed.)
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; repealed, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003.
18VAC15-30-245. (Repealed.)
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; derived from or amended, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; repealed, Virginia Register Volume 23, Issue 3, eff. December 1, 2006.
18VAC15-30-310. (Repealed.)
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; repealed, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003.
18VAC15-30-330. (Repealed.)
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; repealed, Virginia Register Volume 23, Issue 3, eff. December 1, 2006.
Part VI
Standards of Practice and Conduct for Accredited Lead Training Programs
18VAC15-30-332. Changes to an approved course.
Once a training course has been approved, substantial changes in any of the approved items must be submitted to the board for review and approval prior to the continuation of the training course. These items include:
1. Course curriculum.
2. Course examination.
3. Course materials.
4. Training manager and principal instructor or instructors.
5. Certificate of completion.
6. Change in permanent training location.
7. Change in ownership of the training program.
Statutory Authority
§§ 54.1-201 and 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 23, Issue 3, eff. December 1, 2006; amended, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-334. (Repealed.)
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 23, Issue 3, eff. December 1, 2006; repealed, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-340. Qualifications of training managers and principal instructors.
A. The training program must employ a training manager who:
1. Has at least two years of experience, education, or training in teaching workers or adults; has a bachelor's or graduate level degree in building construction technology, engineering, industrial hygiene, safety, public health, education, business administration, program management, or a related field; or has two years of experience in managing a training program that specialized in environmental hazards; and
2. Has demonstrated experience, education, or training in the construction industry, including lead or asbestos abatement, painting, carpentry, renovation, remodeling, occupational safety and health, and industrial hygiene.
B. The training program must employ a qualified principal instructor, designated by the training manager, for each course who:
1. Demonstrates experience, education, or training in teaching workers or adults;
2. Has successfully completed a minimum of 16 hours of any EPA-accredited or board-approved lead-specific training; and
3. Has demonstrated experience, education, or training in lead or asbestos abatement, painting, carpentry, renovation, remodeling, occupational safety and health, or industrial hygiene.
C. Documentation of all principal instructor qualifications must be reviewed and approved by the board prior to the principal instructor teaching in an accredited lead training program.
Statutory Authority
§ 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-350. Responsibilities of the training manager.
A. The training program must employ a training manager who is responsible for ensuring that the training program complies at all times with the requirements of this chapter and who is responsible for maintaining:
1. The validity and integrity of the hands-on skills assessment or proficiency test to ensure that the assessment or test accurately evaluates the trainee's performance of the work practices and procedures associated with the course topics.
2. The validity and integrity of the course test to ensure that the test accurately evaluates the trainee's knowledge and retention of the course topics.
B. The training manager must, for each course offered, designate a principal instructor. Principal instructors are responsible for the organization of the course and oversight of the teaching of all course material.
C. Guest instructors may be designated by the training manager as needed to provide instruction specific to the lecture, hands-on activities, or work practice components of a course.
D. Any training manager who intends to also serve as a principal instructor must meet the requirements of subsection B of 18VAC15-30-340.
Statutory Authority
§ 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-360. Training manager and principal instructor documentation.
The following documents will be recognized by the board as proof that training managers and principal instructors meet the applicable educational, work experience, and training requirements specifically listed in 18VAC15-30-340:
1. Official academic transcripts or diplomas as proof of meeting the educational requirements.
2. Resumes, letters of reference, or documentation of work experience as proof of meeting the work experience requirements.
3. Certificates from lead-specific training courses as proof of meeting the training requirements.
Statutory Authority
§ 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-370. Training facilities.
The training program must provide adequate facilities for the delivery of the lecture, course test, hands-on training, and assessment activities. This includes providing training equipment that reflects current work practices and maintaining or updating the equipment and facilities as needed.
Statutory Authority
§ 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-380. (Repealed.)
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; repealed, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-390. Course examination.
A. For each course, the accredited lead training program must conduct a monitored, written course test at the completion of the course and a hands-on skills assessment, or as an alternative, a proficiency test. Each individual must successfully complete the hands-on skills assessment and receive a passing score on the course test to pass any course, or successfully complete a proficiency test.
B. The course test is an evaluation of the overall effectiveness of the training that must test the trainee's knowledge and retention of the topics covered during the course. For a lead abatement worker training program, an oral course test may be administered in lieu of a written course test.
C. Seventy percent will be the passing score on the course test.
D. The hands-on skills assessment is an evaluation of the effectiveness of the hands-on training that must test the ability of the trainees to demonstrate satisfactory performance of work practices and procedures specified in Part VIII (18VAC15-30-440 et seq.) of this chapter, as well as any other skills demonstrated in the course.
E. An accredited lead training program that offers a proficiency test must ensure that the test consists primarily of an evaluation of the effectiveness and reliability of a student's ability to conduct a particular lead-based paint activity. The proficiency test must also cover all of the topics and skills addressed in a particular course.
Statutory Authority
§ 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-400. Certificates of completion.
A. Accredited lead training programs will issue unique course completion certificates to each individual who successfully completes the course requirements. The course completion certificate must include:
1. A unique certificate number.
2. The name and address of the individual.
3. The name of the particular course that the individual completed.
4. Dates of course completion or test passage.
5. The certificate expiration date. Training certificates will expire three years from the date of course completion. If the accredited lead training program offers a proficiency test, those training certificates will expire five years from the date of course completion.
6. Name, address, and telephone number of the training provider.
7. Name and signature of the training manager and principal instructor.
B. The board will not accept training certificates of completion for initial training courses where the name of the course participant, training manager, and principal instructor are the same.
C. Course participants in a refresher training course who are both the training manager and principal instructor of a refresher training program must be monitored by another instructor if completing the program's examination for the purpose of license renewal. The monitoring individual must sign the certificate of completion as the participant's instructor. A course participant in a refresher training course who is either the training manager or the principal instructor of a training program must be monitored by the other if completing his own program's examination for the purpose of license renewal. The monitoring individual must sign the certificate of completion as the participant's instructor.
Statutory Authority
§§ 54.1-201 and 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; Volume 31, Issue 15, eff. May 1, 2015; Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-410. Quality control plan.
The training manager must develop and implement a quality control plan. The plan will be used to maintain and improve the quality of the accredited lead training program over time. The plan must contain at least the following elements:
1. Procedures for periodic revision of training materials and course test to reflect innovations in the field.
2. Procedures for the training manager's annual review of principal instructor competency.
Statutory Authority
§ 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-415. Electronic delivery of lead refresher training courses.
A. Electronic delivery of accredited lead refresher training courses is permitted, provided the following requirements are met:
1. Courses delivered electronically must be approved by the board in accordance with this chapter. A pre-existing approval for an in-person, classroom-based refresher course does not extend to approval of the electronic course.
2. The training provider must have a system in place to authenticate each participant's identity and the participant's eligibility to enroll in the course.
3. A unique identifier must be assigned to each participant to be used to launch and re-launch the course. This identifier may be used throughout the course if deemed necessary by the instructor.
4. Each participant must be logged into the course and participating for the full length of time required for each course discipline. The training provider must track each participant's course logins, launches, progress, and completion. The training provider must maintain a record of this information in accordance with the applicable recordkeeping requirements of this chapter.
5. The course must include knowledge checks throughout the entirety of the course. The knowledge checks must be successfully completed before the participant moves on to the next module.
6. Course instructors must be available to answer questions or offer technical discussion by way of online discussion or message boards or a telephone number during the training period.
7. There must be a test of at least 20 questions at the end of the course, of which 80% must be answered correctly for successful completion of the course. The test must be designed so that the participant does not receive feedback on answers until after the test has been submitted.
8. Each participant must be provided with a completion certificate that may be saved and printed. The completion certificate must specifically mention that the course was taken online. The certificate must not be susceptible to editing. The certificate must contain all information required by this chapter.
9. Course notifications and participant lists provided to the board must indicate whether the course is conducted electronically.
B. Electronic courses must meet all other requirements for refresher courses as established in this chapter.
C. For auditing purposes, the board must have unrestricted access to the electronic course at any time during which the course is conducted.
D. For purposes of this section, electronic delivery includes real-time virtual training and asynchronous delivery of training courses.
Statutory Authority
§§ 54.1-201 and 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-420. Recordkeeping and provision of records to the board.
A. Each accredited lead training program must maintain and make available upon request from the board the following records:
1. All documents specified in 18VAC15-30-360 that demonstrate the qualifications listed in 18VAC15-30-340 of the training manager and principal instructors.
2. Current curriculum or course materials and documents reflecting any changes made to these materials.
3. Course examination.
4. Information on how the hands-on assessment is conducted, including who conducts the assessment, how the skills are graded, what facilities are used, and the pass-fail rate.
5. The quality control plan described in 18VAC15-30-410.
6. Results of each student's hands-on skills assessments and course examination and a copy of each student's course completion certificate.
7. Any other material not listed in this chapter that was submitted to the board as part of the application for accreditation.
The accredited lead training provider must retain these records at the location specified on the training program application for a minimum of three years and six months.
B. The training manager must notify the board at least 48 hours prior to the start date of any accredited lead training program.
C. The training manager must provide an updated notification when an accredited lead training program will begin on a date other than the start date specified in the original notification as follows:
1. For accredited lead training programs beginning prior to the start date provided to the board, an updated notification must be received by the board at least 48 hours before the new start date.
2. For accredited lead training programs beginning after the start date provided to the board, an updated notification must be received by the board at least 48 hours before the start date provided to the board.
D. The training manager must update the board of any change in location of an accredited lead training program at least seven business days prior to the start date provided to the board.
E. The training manager must update the board regarding any accredited lead training program cancellations or any other change to the original notification at least two business days prior to the start date provided to the board. This requirement will not apply to situations or circumstances beyond the control of the training provider.
F. Each notification must include the following:
1. Notification type (i.e., original, update, cancellation).
2. Training program name, Virginia accreditation number, address, and telephone number.
3. Course discipline, type (initial or refresher), and the language in which the instruction will be given.
4. Dates and times of training.
5. Training locations, telephone number, and address.
6. Principal instructor's name.
7. Training manager's name and signature.
G. The training program participant list must be completed by the training provider and training program participants daily.
H. The training program participant list must be retained by the training provider for three years following the date of completion of the training program.
I. The training manager must provide to the board the accredited lead training program participant list no later than 10 business days following the training program completion.
J. The training program participant list must include the following:
1. Training program name, Virginia accreditation number, address, and telephone number.
2. Course discipline and type (initial or refresher).
3. Dates of training.
4. Each participant's name, address, social security number, course completion certificate number, and course test score.
5. Training manager's name and signature.
K. Notifications and training program participant lists must be submitted electronically in the manner acceptable to the board.
L. The training provider must retain all examinations completed by training program participants for a period of three years.
M. The department will not recognize training certificates from approved training providers that fail to comply with the notification requirements of this section or fail to provide a training program participant list as required by this section.
Statutory Authority
§§ 54.1-201 and 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; Volume 20, Issue 24, eff. September 8, 2004; Volume 23, Issue 3, eff. December 1, 2006; Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-430. Change of address.
The accredited lead training provider must notify the board within 30 days prior to relocating its business or transferring the records.
Statutory Authority
§ 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-435. Access by the department.
Accredited training providers must permit department representatives to attend, evaluate, and monitor any accredited training program. No prior notice of attendance by department representatives is required. The department will be given access to all course materials, principal instructor and training manager rosters, participant rosters, and other records as stipulated by this chapter.
Statutory Authority
§§ 54.1-201 and 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-437. Suspension or revocation of approval of an accredited lead training provider.
The board may suspend, revoke, or modify an accredited lead training program's approval if an accredited lead training provider, training manager, or other person with supervisory authority over the training program has:
1. Misrepresented the contents of a training course to the board or the student population.
2. Failed to submit required information or notification in a timely manner.
3. Failed to submit training program notification as required and in the manner described in 18VAC15-30-420.
4. Failed to submit training program participant lists as required and in the manner described in 18VAC15-30-420.
5. Failed to maintain required records.
6. Falsified accreditation records, qualifications of the training manager and principal instructors, or other accreditation information.
7. Failed to comply with the federal, state, or local lead-based paint statutes or regulations.
8. Acted as an ostensible licensee for undisclosed persons who do or will control or direct, directly or indirectly, the operations of the accredited lead training provider's business.
Statutory Authority
§§ 54.1-201 and 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
Part VII
Training Course Curricula Requirements
18VAC15-30-440. (Repealed.)
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; repealed, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-450. Initial training criteria for lead abatement worker.
A. The lead abatement workers course must last a minimum of 16 hours with a minimum of eight hours devoted to hands-on training. The training course must address the following topics:
1. Role and responsibilities of an abatement worker.
2. Background information and health effects of lead.
3. Background information on federal, state, and local regulations and guidance that pertains to lead-based paint activities.
4. Lead-based paint hazard recognition and control methods.
5. Lead-based paint abatement and lead hazard reduction methods, including restricted work practices.
6. Interior dust abatement methods or cleanup or lead hazard reduction.
7. Soil and exterior dust abatement methods or lead hazard reduction.
8. Examination.
B. The topics in subdivisions A 4, A 5, A 6, and A 7 of this section must include hands-on training.
Statutory Authority
§ 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-460. Initial training criteria for lead abatement supervisor.
A. The lead abatement supervisor course must last a minimum of 32 hours with a minimum of eight hours devoted to hands-on training. The training course must address the following topics:
1. Role and responsibilities of an abatement supervisor.
2. Background information on lead and the adverse health effects.
3. Background information on federal, state, and local regulations and guidance that pertains to lead-based paint activities, including distribution and thorough review of this chapter.
4. Liability and insurance issues relating to lead-based paint abatement.
5. Risk assessment and inspection report interpretation.
6. Development and implementation of an occupant protection plan and abatement report.
7. Lead-based paint hazard recognition and control methods.
8. Lead-based paint abatement or lead hazard reduction methods, including restricted work practices.
9. Interior dust abatement or cleanup or lead hazard reduction.
10. Soil and exterior dust abatement or lead hazard reduction.
11. Clearance standards and testing.
12. Clean-up and waste disposal.
13. Recordkeeping.
14. Examination.
B. The topics in subdivisions A 5, A 7, A 8, A 9, and A 10 of this section must include hands-on training.
Statutory Authority
§ 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-470. Initial training criteria for lead inspector.
A. The lead inspector course must last a minimum of 24 hours with a minimum of eight hours devoted to hands-on training. The training course must address the following topics:
1. Background information on lead.
2. Health effects of lead.
3. Background information on federal, state, and local regulations and guidance that pertains to lead-based paint activities, including distribution and thorough review of this chapter.
4. Roles and responsibilities of the lead-based paint inspector.
5. Lead-based paint inspection methods, including selection of rooms and components for sampling or testing.
6. Paint, dust, and soil sampling methodologies.
7. Preparation of the final inspection report.
8. Clearance standards and testing, including random sampling.
9. Recordkeeping.
10. Examination.
B. The topics in subdivisions A 5, A 6, A 7, and A 8 of this section must include hands-on training.
Statutory Authority
§ 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-480. Initial training criteria for lead risk assessors.
A. The lead risk assessor course must last a minimum of 16 hours and must address the following topics with a minimum of four hours devoted to hands-on training, which includes site visits:
1. Role and responsibilities of a risk assessor.
2. Background information on federal, state, and local regulations and guidance that pertains to lead-based paint activities, including distribution and thorough review of this chapter.
3. Collection of background information to perform risk assessment.
4. Visual inspection for the purpose of identifying potential sources of lead-based hazards.
5. Sources of environmental lead contamination such as paint, surface dust, water, air, packaging, and food.
6. Lead hazard screen protocol.
7. Sampling for other sources of lead exposure.
8. Interpretation of lead-based paint and other sampling results.
9. Development of hazard control options, the role of interim controls, and operations and maintenance activities to reduce lead-based paint hazards.
10. Preparation of a final risk assessment report.
11. Examination.
B. The topics in subdivision A 4 and A 7 of this section must include hands-on training.
Statutory Authority
§ 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-490. Initial training criteria for lead project designer.
The lead project designer course must last a minimum of eight hours and must address the following topics:
1. Role and responsibilities of a project designer.
2. Development and implementation of an occupant protection plan for large scale abatement projects.
3. Lead-based paint abatement and lead-based paint hazard reduction methods for large scale abatement projects.
4. Interior dust abatement or cleanup or lead hazard control and reduction methods for large scale abatement projects.
5. Clearance standards and testing for large scale abatement projects.
6. Integration of lead-based paint abatement methods with modernization and rehabilitation projects for large scale abatement projects.
7. Examination.
Statutory Authority
§ 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-500. Refresher training criteria.
A. All lead refresher courses must be a minimum of eight training hours, except for the project designer refresher course, which must be a minimum of four training hours.
B. The refresher course for all disciplines must address the following topics:
1. An overview of current safety practices relating to lead-based paint activities in general, as well as specific information pertaining to the appropriate discipline.
2. Current federal, state, and local laws and regulations relating to lead-based paint activities in general, as well as specific information pertaining to the appropriate discipline including distribution and thorough review of this chapter.
3. Current technologies relating to lead-based paint in general, as well as specific information pertaining to the appropriate discipline.
C. Refresher courses for all disciplines, except project designer, must include a hands-on component.
Statutory Authority
§ 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
Part VIII
Standards for Conducting Lead-Based Paint Activities
18VAC15-30-510. General requirements.
A. This part establishes work practice standards for conducting lead-based paint activities in target housing and child-occupied facilities.
B. Notification must be sent by the licensed lead abatement contractor to the Virginia Department of Labor and Industry prior to the commencement of any lead-based paint abatement activities.
C. No lead contractor may enter into a contract to perform a lead abatement project if the lead inspection or project design is to be performed by individuals with an employer-employee relationship with, or financial interest in, the lead contractor unless the contractor provides the building owner with a "Virginia Lead Consumer Information and Disclosure Sheet," which is available from the board.
D. The relationships described in subsection C of this section must be disclosed, and the disclosure form must be signed and dated by the building owner or the building owner's agent and the contracting entity prior to the signing of any contract to conduct lead-based paint activities. The contractor must provide the disclosure form to all parties involved in the lead abatement project. The disclosure form must be kept on the lead abatement project site and available for review.
E. Persons licensed to perform post-abatement clearance procedures must be independent of and have no financial interest in or employer-employee relationship with the licensed lead abatement contractor.
F. When performing a lead-based paint inspection, lead-hazard screen, risk assessment, or abatement, a licensed individual must perform that activity in compliance with documented methodologies. The following documented methodologies that are appropriate for this chapter are incorporated by reference:
1. U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Guidelines for the Evaluation and Control of Lead-Based Paint Hazards in Housing, Second Edition, July 2012.
2. 40 CFR Part 745, Subpart D (January 6, 2020, update).
3. EPA Guidance on Residential Lead-Based Paint, Lead-Contaminated Dust and Lead-Contaminated Soil (60 FR 47248-47257, September 11, 1995).
4. EPA Residential Sampling for Lead: Protocols for Dust and Soil Sampling, Final Report (EPA 747-R-95-001, March 1995).
G. Any lead-based paint activities, as described in this chapter, must be performed only by individuals licensed by the board to perform such activities.
H. All reports and plans required by 18VAC15-30-520 through 18VAC15-30-651 must be maintained by the licensed firm or individual who prepared the report for at least three years. The licensed firm or individual also must provide copies of these reports to the building owner or person who contracted for its services.
Statutory Authority
§§ 54.1-201 and 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; Volume 23, Issue 3, eff. December 1, 2006; Volume 39, Issue 23, eff. September 1, 2023; Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-511. Determination of the presence of lead-based paint, a paint-lead hazard, a dust-lead hazard, and a soil-lead hazard.
A. Lead-based paint is present:
1. On any surface that is tested and found to contain lead equal to or in excess of 1.0 milligrams per square centimeter or equal to or in excess of 0.5% by weight; and
2. On any surface like a surface tested in the same room equivalent that has a similar painting history and that is found to be lead-based paint.
B. A paint-lead hazard is present:
1. On any friction surface that is subject to abrasion and where the lead dust levels on the nearest horizontal surface underneath the friction surface (e.g., the window sill or floor) are equal to or greater than the dust hazard levels identified in 40 CFR 745.65(b);
2. On any chewable lead-based paint surface on which there is evidence of teeth marks;
3. Where there is any damaged or otherwise deteriorated lead-based paint on an impact surface that is caused by impact from a related building component (such as a door knob that knocks into a wall or a door that knocks against its door frame); and
4. If there is any other deteriorated lead-based paint in any residential building or child-occupied facility or on the exterior of any residential building or child-occupied facility.
C. A dust-lead hazard is present in a residential dwelling or child-occupied facility:
1. In a residential dwelling on floors and interior window sills when the weighted arithmetic mean lead loading for all single surface or composite samples of floors and interior window sills are equal to or greater than the amount identified in 40 CFR 745.227(h)(3) for floors and interior window sills;
2. On floors or interior window sills in an unsampled residential dwelling in a multi-family dwelling, if a dust-lead hazard is present on floors or interior window sills, respectively, in at least one sampled residential unit on the property; and
3. On floors or interior window sills in an unsampled common area in a multi-family dwelling, if a dust-lead hazard is present on floors or interior window sills, respectively, in at least one sampled common area in the same common area group on the property.
D. A soil-lead hazard is present:
1. In a play area when the soil-lead concentration from a composite play area sample of bare soil is equal to or greater than the amount identified in 40 CFR 45.227(h)(4); or
2. In the rest of the yard when the arithmetic mean lead concentration from a composite sample (or arithmetic mean of composite samples) of bare soil from the rest of the yard (i.e., nonplay areas) for each residential building on a property is equal to or greater than the amount identified in 40 CFR 745.227(h)(4).
Statutory Authority
§ 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; Errata 19:26 VA.R. 2926 September 8, 2003; amended, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-520. Inspections.
A. Inspections must be conducted only by persons licensed by the board as an inspector or risk assessor.
B. When conducting an inspection, the following locations must be selected according to documented methodologies and tested for the presence of lead-based paint:
1. In a residential dwelling or child-occupied facility, each testing combination with a distinct painting history and each exterior testing combination with a distinct painting history must be tested for lead-based paint, except those testing combinations that the inspector or risk assessor determines to have been replaced after 1978, or do not contain lead-based paint.
2. In a multi-family dwelling or child-occupied facility, each testing combination with a distinct painting history in every common area, except those testing combinations that the inspector or risk assessor determines to have been replaced after 1978, or do not contain lead-based paint.
C. Paint must be sampled in the following manner:
1. The analysis of paint to determine the presence of lead must be conducted using documented methodologies that incorporate adequate quality control procedures; and
2. Collected paint chips must be sent to a laboratory recognized by EPA as being capable of performing the analysis.
Statutory Authority
§ 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-530. (Repealed.)
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; repealed, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003.
18VAC15-30-540. Written inspection report.
The licensed inspector or risk assessor must prepare an inspection report that must include the following information:
1. Date of each inspection.
2. Address of buildings.
3. Date of construction.
4. Apartment numbers (if applicable).
5. Name, address, and telephone number of the owner of each residential dwelling or child-occupied facility.
6. Name, signature, and license number of each licensed inspector or risk assessor conducting testing.
7. Name, address, and telephone number of the firm employing each inspector or risk assessor.
8. Each testing method and device or sampling procedure employed for paint analysis, including quality control data, and, if used, the serial number of any XRF device.
9. Specific locations of each painted testing combination tested for the presence of lead-based paint.
10. The results of the inspection expressed in terms appropriate to the sampling methods used.
Statutory Authority
§ 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; Errata 19:26 VA.R. 2926 September 8, 2003; amended, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-541. Lead hazard screen.
A. A lead hazard screen must only be conducted by individuals licensed by the board as a risk assessor.
B. If conducted, a lead hazard screen must be conducted as follows:
1. Background information regarding the physical characteristics of the residential dwelling or child-occupied facility and occupant use patterns that may cause lead-based paint exposure to one or more children six years of age and younger must be collected.
2. A visual inspection of the residential dwelling or child-occupied facility must be conducted to:
a. Determine if any deteriorated paint is present; and
b. Locate at least two dust sampling locations.
3. If deteriorated paint is present, each surface with deteriorated paint that is determined to be in poor condition by using documented methodologies and to have a distinct painting history must be tested for the presence of lead.
4. In residential dwellings, two composite dust samples must be collected, one from the floors and the other from the windows, in rooms, hallways, or stairwells where one or more children six years of age and younger are likely to come in contact with dust.
5. In multi-family dwellings and child-occupied facilities, in addition to the floor and window samples required in 18VAC15-30-550 B 4, the risk assessor must also collect composite dust samples from common areas where children six years of age and younger are most likely to come into contact with dust.
C. Dust samples must be collected in the following manner:
1. All dust samples must be taken using documented methodologies that incorporate adequate quality control procedures.
2. All dust samples must be sent to a laboratory recognized by EPA as being capable of performing the analysis to determine if they contain detectable levels of lead that can be quantified numerically.
Statutory Authority
§ 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; amended, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-542. Written lead hazard screen report.
After a lead hazard screen has been conducted, a written hazard screen report must be prepared by the risk assessor. A lead hazard screen report must contain the following minimum information:
1. The information identified in a risk assessment report as specified in 18VAC15-30-610. Additionally, any background information collected pursuant to 18VAC15-30-541 B 1 must be included in the report.
2. Recommendations, if warranted, for a follow-up risk assessment, and as appropriate, any further actions.
Statutory Authority
§ 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; amended, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-550. Risk assessment.
A. A risk assessment must only be conducted by individuals licensed by the board as risk assessors.
B. If conducted, a risk assessment must be conducted as follows:
1. A visual inspection for risk assessment of the residential dwelling or child-occupied facility must be undertaken to locate the existence of deteriorated paint, assess the extent and causes of deterioration, and other potential lead-based paint hazards.
2. Background information regarding the physical characteristics of the residential dwelling or child-occupied facility and occupant use patterns that may cause lead-based paint exposure to one or more children six years of age and younger must be collected.
3. The following surfaces that are determined, using documented methodologies, to have a distinct painting history must be tested for the presence of lead:
a. Each friction surface or impact surface with visibly deteriorated paint; and
b. All other surfaces with visibly deteriorated paint.
4. In residential dwellings, dust samples (either composite or single-surface samples) from any interior window sill and floor must be collected and analyzed for lead concentration in living areas where one or more children six years of age and younger are most likely to come into contact with dust.
5. For multi-family dwellings and child-occupied facilities, the samples required in subdivision 3 of this subsection must be taken. In addition, interior window sill and floor dust samples (either composite or single-surface samples) must be collected and analyzed for lead concentration in the following locations:
a. Common areas adjacent to the sampled residential dwelling or child-occupied facility; and
b. Other common areas in the building where the risk assessor determines that one or more children six years of age and younger are likely to come into contact with dust.
6. For child-occupied facilities, interior window sill and floor dust samples (either composite or single-surface samples) must be collected and analyzed for lead concentration in each room, hallway, or stairwell utilized by one or more children six years of age and younger and in other common areas in the child-occupied facility where one or more children six years of age and younger are likely to come into contact with dust.
7. Soil samples must be collected and analyzed for lead concentrations in the following locations:
a. Exterior play areas where bare soil is present;
b. The rest of the yard (i.e., nonplay areas) where bare soil is present; and
c. Dripline or foundation areas where bare soil is present.
8. Any paint, dust, or soil sampling or testing must be conducted using documented methodologies that incorporate adequate quality control procedures.
9. Any collected paint chip, dust, or soil sample must be sent for analysis to a laboratory recognized by EPA as being capable of performing these activities.
Statutory Authority
§ 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-560. (Repealed.)
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; repealed, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003.
18VAC15-30-610. Written risk assessment report.
After an assessment has been conducted, a written assessment report must be completed. A risk assessment report must contain the following minimum information:
1. Date of assessment.
2. Address of each building.
3. Date of construction of each building.
4. Apartment numbers (if applicable).
5. Name, address, and telephone number of each owner of each building.
6. Name, signature, and license number of the licensed risk assessor conducting the assessment.
7. Name, address, and telephone number of the firm employing each risk assessor.
8. Name, address, and telephone number of each recognized laboratory conducting analysis of collected samples.
9. Results of the visual inspection.
10. Testing method and sampling procedures for paint analysis employed.
11. Specific locations of each painted testing combination tested for the presence of lead-based paint.
12. All data collected from on-site testing, including quality control and, if used, the serial number of any XRF device.
13. All results of laboratory analysis on collected paint, soil, and dust samples.
14. Any other sampling results.
15. Any background information collected pursuant to 18VAC15-30-550 B 2.
16. To the extent that they are used as part of the lead-based paint hazard determination, the results of any previous inspections or analyses for the presence of lead-based paint or other assessments of lead-based paint related hazards.
17. A description of the location, type, and severity of identified lead-based paint hazards and any other potential lead hazard.
18. A description of interim controls or abatement options for each identified lead-based paint hazard and a suggested prioritization for addressing each hazard. If the use of an encapsulant or enclosure is recommended, the report must recommend a maintenance and monitoring schedule for the encapsulant or enclosure.
Statutory Authority
§ 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-620. Abatement.
A. Abatement must be conducted only by individuals licensed by the board as supervisors or workers and employed by a lead contractor.
B. A licensed lead abatement supervisor is required for each abatement project and must be on site during all work site preparation and during the post-abatement cleanup of work areas. At all other times when abatement activities are being conducted, the licensed supervisor must be on site or available by telephone, pager, or answering service and able to be present at the work site in no more than two hours.
C. The licensed lead abatement supervisor and the lead contractor employing the supervisor must ensure that all abatement activities are conducted according to the requirements of this chapter and all other federal, state, and local regulations.
D. A written occupant protection plan must be developed for all abatement projects and must be prepared according to the following procedures:
1. The occupant protection plan must be unique to each residential dwelling or child-occupied facility and be developed prior to the abatement. The occupant plan must describe the measures and management procedures that will be taken during the abatement to protect the building occupants from exposure to any lead-based paint hazard.
2. A licensed lead abatement supervisor or lead project designer must prepare the occupant protection plan.
E. The following work practices must be restricted during an abatement:
1. Open-flame burning or torching of lead-based paint is prohibited.
2. Machine sanding or grinding or abrasive blasting of lead-based paint is prohibited unless used with High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) exhaust control that removes particles of 0.3 microns or larger from the air at 99.97% or greater efficiency.
3. Dry scraping of lead-based paint is permitted only in conjunction with heat guns or around electrical outlets or when treating defective paint spots totaling no more than two square feet in any one room, hallway, or stairwell or totaling no more than 20 square feet on exterior surfaces.
4. Operating a heat gun on lead-based paint is permitted only at temperatures below 1100°F.
F. If the soil is removed:
1. The soil must be replaced by soil with a lead concentration as close to local background as practicable, but no greater than 400 ppm.
2. The soil that is removed must not be used as topsoil at another residential property or child-occupied facility.
3. If soil is not removed, the soil must be permanently covered as defined in 18VAC15-30-20.
G. An abatement report must be prepared by a licensed lead abatement supervisor or lead project designer. The abatement report must include the following information:
1. Start and completion dates of abatement.
2. The name and address of each licensed lead abatement contractor conducting the abatements and the name of each licensed lead abatement supervisor assigned to the abatement project.
3. The occupant protection plan prepared pursuant to subsection D of this section.
4. The name, address, and signature of each licensed risk assessor or inspector conducting clearance sampling and the date of clearance testing.
5. The results of clearance testing, the name of each recognized laboratory that conducted the analysis, and the name and signature of the person conducting the analysis.
6. A detailed written description of the abatement, including abatement methods used, locations of rooms and components where abatement occurred, and reason for selecting particular abatement methods for each component and any suggested monitoring of encapsulants or enclosures.
Statutory Authority
§ 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-630. (Repealed.)
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; repealed, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003.
18VAC15-30-650. Post-abatement clearance procedures.
The following post-abatement clearance procedures must be performed by a licensed inspector or licensed risk assessor:
1. Following an abatement, a visual inspection must be performed by the licensed inspector or licensed risk assessor to determine if there are any deteriorated painted surfaces or visible amounts of dust, debris, or residue still present. If deteriorated painted surfaces or visible amounts of dust, debris, or residue are present, these conditions must be eliminated prior to the continuation of the clearance procedures.
2. Following a successful visual inspection for clearance, but no sooner than one hour after completion of final post abatement clean-up, clearance sampling must be conducted.
3. Clearance sampling may be conducted by employing single-surface or composite sampling techniques and must be taken using documented methodologies that incorporate adequate quality control procedures.
4. The following post-abatement clearance activities must be conducted, as appropriate, based upon the extent or manner of abatement activities conducted in or to the residential dwelling or child-occupied facility.
a. After conducting an abatement with containment between abated and unabated areas, one dust sample must be taken from one interior window sill and from one window trough (if present) and one dust sample must be taken from the floors of each of no less than four rooms, hallways, or stairwells within the containment area. In addition, one dust sample must be taken from the floor outside the containment area. If there are fewer than four rooms, hallways, or stairwells within the containment area, then all rooms, hallways, and stairwells must be sampled.
b. After conducting an abatement with no containment, two dust samples must be taken from each of no less than four rooms, hallways, or stairwells in the residential dwelling or child-occupied facility. One dust sample must be taken from one interior window sill and window trough (if present), and one dust sample must be taken from the floor of each room, hallway, or stairwell selected. If there are fewer than four rooms, hallways, or stairwells within the residential dwelling or child-occupied facility, then all rooms, hallways, and stairwells must be sampled.
c. Following an exterior paint abatement, a visual inspection must be conducted. All horizontal surfaces in the outdoor living area closest to the abated surfaces must be found to be cleaned of visible dust and debris. In addition, a visual inspection must be conducted to determine the presence of paint chips on the dripline or next to the foundation below any exterior surface abated. If paint chips are present, they must be removed from the site and properly disposed of, according to all applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
5. The rooms, hallways, or stairwells selected for sampling must be selected according to documented methodologies.
6. The licensed inspector or licensed risk assessor must compare the residual lead level (as determined by the laboratory analysis) from each single surface dust sample with the clearance levels, as established in 40 CFR 745.227(e)(8), for lead in dust on floors, interior window sills, and window troughs or from each composite dust sample with the applicable clearance levels for lead in dust on floors, interior window sills, and window troughs divided by half the number of subsamples in the composite sample. If the residual lead level in a single surface dust sample equals or exceeds the applicable clearance level or if the residual lead level in a composite dust sample equals or exceeds the applicable clearance level divided by half the number of subsamples in the composite sample, the components represented by the failed sample must be recleaned and retested.
7. In multi-family dwellings with similarly constructed and maintained residential dwellings, random sampling for the purpose of clearance may be conducted, provided:
a. The licensed individuals who abate or clean the residential dwellings do not know which residential dwelling will be selected for the random sample.
b. A sufficient number of residential dwellings are selected for dust sampling to provide a 95% level of confidence that no more than 5.0% or 50 dwellings (whichever is less) in the randomly sampled population exceed the appropriate clearance levels.
c. The randomly selected residential dwellings must be sampled and evaluated for clearance according to the procedures found in this chapter.
Statutory Authority
§ 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-651. Composite dust sampling.
Composite dust sampling may be used in situations specified in 18VAC15-30-520 through 18VAC15-30-610. If such sampling is conducted, the following conditions apply:
1. Composite dust samples must consist of at least two subsamples;
2. Every component that is being tested must be included in the sampling; and
3. Composite dust samples must not consist of subsamples taken from more than one type of component.
Statutory Authority
§ 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; amended, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-660. (Repealed.)
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; repealed, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003.
Part IX
General Standards of Practice and Conduct
18VAC15-30-760. Responsibility to the public.
The primary obligation of the licensee is to the public. If the licensee's judgment is overruled and not adhered to when advising appropriate parties of circumstances of a substantial threat to the public health, safety, and welfare, the licensee will inform the employer or client, as applicable, of the possible consequences and notify appropriate authorities.
Statutory Authority
§ 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-770. (Repealed.)
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; repealed, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-780. (Repealed.)
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; repealed, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-790. (Repealed.)
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; Volume 31, Issue 20, eff. August 1, 2015; repealed, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-795. Response to inquiry and provision of records.
A. A licensee must respond within 10 days to a request by the board or any of its agents regarding any complaint filed with the department.
B. Unless otherwise specified by the board, a licensee of the board must produce to the board or any of its agents within 10 days of the request any document, book, or record concerning any transaction pertaining to a complaint filed in which the licensee was involved or for which the licensee is required to maintain records. The board may extend such timeframe upon a showing of extenuating circumstances prohibiting delivery within such 10-day period.
C. No licensee will provide a false, misleading, or incomplete response to the board or any of its agents seeking information in the investigation of a complaint filed with the board.
D. With the exception of the requirements of subsection A or B of this section, a licensee must respond to an inquiry by the board or its agent within 21 days.
Statutory Authority
§§ 54.1-201 and 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-800. Notice of adverse action.
A. A licensee, accredited lead training provider, training manager, or principal instructor must notify the board of the following:
1. Any disciplinary action taken by any jurisdiction, board, or administrative body, including any (i) reprimand; (ii) license or certificate revocation, suspension, or denial; (iii) monetary penalty; (iv) requirement for remedial education; or (v) other corrective action against the individual's license or approval to conduct lead-based paint activities.
2. Any voluntary surrendering of a related license, certificate, or registration done in connection with a disciplinary action in another jurisdiction against the individual's license or approval to conduct lead-based paint activities.
3. Any conviction, finding of guilt, or plea of guilty, regardless of adjudication or deferred adjudication, in any jurisdiction of the United States of any (i) felony; (ii) misdemeanor conviction related to environmental remediation activity; and (iii) misdemeanor conviction, excluding marijuana convictions, there being no appeal pending therefrom or the time for appeal having lapsed.
B. The notice must be made to the board in writing within 30 days of the action. A copy of the order or other supporting documentation must accompany the notice.
C. Licensees, accredited lead training providers, training managers, or principal instructors may be subject to disciplinary action or removal of a lead training program accreditation for disciplinary actions taken by another jurisdiction.
Statutory Authority
§ 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-810. Grounds for disciplinary action.
A. The board has the power to reprimand, fine, or suspend or revoke the license or training program approval
of any licensee or training provider in accordance with § 54.1-516 of the Code of Virginia or this chapter when the licensee or training provider has been found to have violated or cooperated with others in violating any provision of Chapter 1 (§ 54.1-100 et seq.), 2 (§ 54.1-200 et seq.), 3 (§ 54.1-300 et seq.), or 5 (§ 54.1-500 et seq.) of Title 54.1 of the Code of Virginia or this chapter.
B. Any individual or firm whose license or training program approval is revoked will not be eligible to reapply for a period of 12 months from the effective date of the order of revocation.
C. Any unlawful act or violation of any provision of Chapter 5 of Title 54.1 of the Code of Virginia or of the regulations of the board by any lead supervisor or lead worker may be cause for disciplinary action against the lead contractor for whom the individual works if it appears to the satisfaction of the board that the lead contractor knew or should have known of the unlawful act or violation.
Statutory Authority
§§ 54.1-201 and 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; Volume 23, Issue 3, eff. December 1, 2006; Volume 31, Issue 20, eff. August 1, 2015; Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-815. Prohibited acts.
The following acts are prohibited and any violation may result in disciplinary action by the board:
1. Violating, inducing another to violate, cooperating with another to violate, or combining or conspiring with or acting as agent, partner, or associate for another to violate any of the provisions of Chapter 1 (§ 54.1-100 et seq.), 2 (§ 54.1-200 et seq.), 3 (§ 54.1-300 et seq.) or 5 (§ 54.1-500 et seq.) of Title 54.1 of the Code of Virginia or any regulations of the board.
2. Obtaining or attempting to obtain a license or training program approval by false or fraudulent representation or maintaining, renewing, or reinstating a license or training program approval by false or fraudulent representation.
3. Failing to notify the board in writing within 30 days after any change in address or name.
4. Having been convicted, found guilty, or disciplined in any jurisdiction of any offense or violation enumerated in 18VAC15-30-800. Review of convictions will be subject to the requirements of § 54.1-204 of the Code of Virginia.
5. Failing to notify the board in writing within 30 days of being convicted, found guilty, or disciplined in any jurisdiction of any offense or violation enumerated in 18VAC15-30-800.
6. Violating any provision of any federal or state regulation pertinent to lead-based paint activities.
7. Committing any action constituting negligence, misconduct, or incompetence in the practice of the profession, including:
a. Having undertaken to perform or performed a professional assignment that the licensee is not qualified to perform by education, experience, training, or appropriate licensure.
b. Not demonstrating reasonable care, judgment, or application of the required knowledge, skill, and ability in the performance of the licensee's duties.
c. Failing to act in a manner that safeguards the interests of the public when providing professional services.
8. Committing any action constituting engaging in improper, fraudulent, or dishonest conduct, including:
a. Making any misrepresentation or engaging in acts of fraud or deceit in advertising, soliciting, or in providing professional services.
b. Allowing a license issued by the board to be used by another.
c. Altering, falsifying, or issuing a fraudulent Virginia lead license or a training certificate.
9. Acting as or being an ostensible licensee for undisclosed persons who do or will control or direct, directly or indirectly, the operations of a licensee's business.
10. Failing or neglecting to submit information or documentation requested by the board or its representatives.
11. Refusing to allow state or federal representatives access to any area of an abatement site for the purpose of lawful compliance inspections.
Statutory Authority
§§ 54.1-201 and 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-820. (Repealed.)
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003; Volume 20, Issue 24, eff. September 8, 2004; Volume 23, Issue 3, eff. December 1, 2006; repealed, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 8, eff. January 2, 2026.
18VAC15-30-830. (Repealed.)
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 13, Issue 2, eff. November 13, 1996; amended, Volume 13, Issue 10, eff. April 1, 1997; Volume 16, Issue 11, eff. May 1, 2000; repealed, Virginia Register Volume 19, Issue 24, eff. October 1, 2003.
Forms (18VAC15-30)
Lead Abatement Worker License Application, A506-3351LIC-v5 (rev. 1/2026)
Lead Abatement Supervisor License Application, A506-3353LIC-v6 (rev. 1/2026)
Lead Abatement Inspector License Application, A506-3355LIC-v5 (rev. 1/2026)
Lead Abatement Risk Assessor License Application, A506-3356LIC-v7 (rev. 1/2026)
Lead Abatement Project Designer License Application, A506-3357LIC-v5 (rev. 1/2026)
Lead Abatement Contractor License Application, A506-3358LIC-v7 (rev. 1/2026)
Contractor - Lead License Renewal Form, A506-33CONREN-v11 (rev. 1/2026)
Individual - Lead License Renewal Form, A506-33LREN-vs6 (rev. 4/2021)
Lead - Education Verification Application, A506-33LED-v3 (rev. 8/2015)
Lead - Experience Verification Application, A506-33LEXP-v3 (rev. 8/2015)
Lead Training Course Application, 3331LCRS-v6 (rev. 1/2026)
Inspector/Risk Assessor/Project Designer/Contractor Disclosure Form, A506-33LDIS-v2 (eff. 8/2013)
Virginia Lead Licensing Consumer Information Sheet, A506-33LCIS-v2 (eff. 8/2013)
Documents Incorporated by Reference (18VAC15-30)