Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 391 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
Chapter 391-3 - ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Subject 391-3-24 - LEAD-BASED PAINT HAZARD MANAGEMENT
Rule 391-3-24-.04 - Accreditation of Training Programs
Universal Citation: GA Rules and Regs r 391-3-24-.04
Current through Rules and Regulations filed through September 23, 2024
(1) Scope.
(a) A training program may seek accreditation to offer lead-based paint and renovation activities training courses in any of the following disciplines: lead inspector, lead risk assessor, lead supervisor, lead project designer, lead worker, renovator, and dust sampling technician. A training program may also seek accreditation to offer refresher courses for each of the above-listed disciplines. A training program seeking accreditation to offer initial and refresher courses taught in non-English languages must follow the requirements specified in this Rule and submit the required material in the language for which accreditation is sought.
(b) A training program may apply for accreditation to offer initial courses or refresher courses in as many disciplines as it chooses. A training program may seek accreditation for additional courses at any time as long as the program can demonstrate that it meets the requirements of this Rule.
(c) A training program shall not provide, offer, or claim to provide Division-accredited training courses without applying for and receiving accreditation from the Division as required in this Rule.
(d) Training courses shall be evaluated by the Division to maintain accreditation by the Division for course administration, course length, curriculum, training methods, instructor's qualifications, instructor's teaching effectiveness, technical accuracy of written materials and instruction, examination, and training certificate. The evaluation shall be conducted in accordance with the requirements set forth in this Rule and any documented methodologies referenced herein.
(e) Training programs shall permit the Division to attend, evaluate and monitor any training course, take the course test and have access to records of training courses without charge or hindrance to the Division for the purpose of evaluating compliance with these Rules. The Division shall perform periodic and unannounced on-site audits of training courses.
(f) All accredited training programs shall be assigned an accreditation number and issued a certificate which lists each accredited training course approved by the Division.
(g) All accreditations shall expire on the following October 1, Where an October 1 expiration date results in less than 12 months of accreditation status, the accreditation fee shall be pro-rated accordingly. Training courses taught after the expiration date but prior to renewal shall constitute a violation of this Rule.
(h) In order to maintain accreditation as a training program, training programs must follow the requirements specified in paragraph (7) of this section.
(2) Application Process. The following are procedures and requirements an applicant must meet when applying to the Division for accreditation:
(a) A training program seeking accreditation shall submit the following documentation in accordance with the requirements specified in paragraphs (3) through (6) of this Rule, which shall include, but not be limited to:
1. A completed application on forms provided by the Division with all the appropriate information included and signed by the training manager. This information shall include, but not be limited to, training program's name, address, telephone number, and a list of courses for which the training program is applying for accreditation.
2. A statement signed by the training manager certifying that the training program meets the minimum requirements established in this Rule. If a training program uses EPA-developed model training materials, the training manager shall submit a statement certifying that the training program meets the minimum requirements established in EPA-developed model training materials.
3. A statement signed by the training manager certifying that the training program shall comply at all times with all of the requirements specified in 391-3-24.-04.
4. A statement signed by the training manager stating that the training manager is responsible for maintaining the validity and integrity of the hands-on-skills assessment to ensure that it accurately evaluates the trainees' performance of the work practices and procedures associated with each course topic.
5. A statement signed by the training manager stating that the training manager is responsible for maintaining the validity and integrity of the course test to ensure that it accurately evaluates the trainees' knowledge and retention of the course topics.
6. A fee in the amount of $400 per eight-hour day of training for each lead supervisor, inspector, risk assessor, project designer, or lead worker training course shall be submitted electronically or in the form of a check or money order and made payable to the Environmental Protection Division - Lead Abatement Fees. A fee in the amount of $400 per eight-hour day of training for each renovator or dust sampling technician training course shall be submitted electronically or in the form of a check or money order and made payable to the Environmental Protection Division - Lead Renovation Fees. Fees are based on eight hours a day of training for each training course. A minimum of $400 shall be submitted for a training course less than eight hours.
7. A copy of the student manuals and instructor manuals to be used for each training course in the appropriate language for which the course is taught. This would also include a content checklist that identifies and locates sections of the manual where required course topics are covered.
8. A copy of each course agenda which shall include, but not be limited to, daily start and stop times and time allotted to teaching each course topic.
9. A copy of the course test for each training course with the correct answers marked for each test question.
10. A description of the facilities and equipment to be used for the lecture, the course test and the hands-on skills training.
11. A copy and description of all audio/visual materials which shall be used for each course.
12. A copy of the course test blueprint for each course.
13. A detailed description of each hands-on skills training activity and skills assessment, including criteria for student proficiency.
14. A detailed description of the learning or performance objectives that will be taught for each course topic.
15. A copy of the quality control plan.
16. An original course completion certificate, which shall include:
(i) Name and address of the student;
(ii) Training course title specifying if it is an initial or refresher training course;
(iii) Inclusive dates of training course and applicable course test passage;
(iv) Statement that the student completed the course and passed the course test requirements and hands-on skills assessment;
(v) Unique certificate identification number;
(vi) Printed name and signature of the training manager and printed name of principal instructor(s);
(vii) Name, address, and phone number of training program;
(viii) Training course location, if different from training program's address;
(ix) Certificate expiration date that is three (3) years after the date the course was completed;
(x) Language in which training course was taught, if other than English; and
(xi) The date the training course was accredited and the name of the agency issuing the accreditation.
(xii) A photograph of the individual for renovator and dust sampling technician course completion certificates.
(b)Training course accreditation shall be processed as follows:
1. The Division shall review the application for accreditation and supporting documentation submitted pursuant to paragraph (a) of this section and advise the applicant of any deficiencies. If the deficiencies are not corrected within one (1) year from the date of application, the application and any supporting documentation may be returned to the applicant and the applicant shall be required to resubmit a complete application pursuant to paragraph (a) of this section. Approval of submitted documentation does not constitute course accreditation.
2. If the submitted documentation meets all applicable requirements of this section, the Division shall notify the applicant of this and also advise the applicant to contact the Division to schedule an on-site audit. The on-site audit shall be conducted in Georgia and on the training course for which accreditation is sought with at least two (2) student attendees present. No class shall be conducted for accreditation purposes prior to the on-site audit except for the class scheduled for on-site audit purposes.
3. If the Division determines, as a result of the on-site audit, that the training course meets all applicable requirements of this section, the Division shall issue a training course accreditation certificate for the accredited training course. If the training course does not meet these requirements, the Division shall notify the applicant of the deficiencies and advise the applicant that it may request one (1) additional on-site audit, which shall be held no more than six (6) months from the date of the first audit.
4. If the Division determines, as a result of the second audit, that the training course meets all applicable requirements of this section, the Division shall issue a training course accreditation certificate for the accredited training course. If the training course does not meet all requirements, the Division shall notify the applicant of the deficiencies and advise the applicant that it may not reapply for training course accreditation for the audited training course for a period of six (6) months from the date of the last audit.
5. The Division shall not accept training course certificates pursuant to this section for a training course that is not accredited pursuant to this Rule.
(3) Minimum Requirements for the Accreditation of Training Programs.
(a) For a training program to obtain accreditation from the Division to offer training courses in renovation and lead-based paint activities, the training program shall meet and maintain the following minimum requirements for each discipline for which the training program is seeking accreditation:
1. The training program shall employ a training manager who has:
(i) At least two (2) years of experience, education or training in teaching adults; or
(ii) A bachelor's or graduate level degree in building construction technology, engineering, industrial hygiene, biology, physical science, safety, public health, education, business administration, program management or a related field; or
(iii) Two (2) years of experience in managing a training program specializing in environmental hazards; and
(iv) Demonstrated experience, education, or training in the construction industry including: lead or asbestos abatement, painting, carpentry, renovation, remodeling, occupational safety and health, or industrial hygiene.
2. The training manager shall designate a qualified principal instructor for each course who has:
(i) Demonstrated experience, education, or training in teaching workers or adults; and
(ii) Successfully completed a lead training course from an accredited training program specific to the discipline(s) in which the instructor intends to teach, with a minimum of sixteen (16) training hours.
(iii) Demonstrated two (2) years of experience, education, or training in lead or asbestos abatement, painting, carpentry, renovation, remodeling, occupational safety and health, or industrial hygiene.
3. The principal instructor shall be responsible for the organization of the course and oversight of the teaching of all training course curriculum. The training manager may designate guest instructors as needed to provide instruction specific to the lecture, hands-on activities, or work practice components of a training course.
4. The training manager may appoint one (1) or more guest instructors for each training course to teach hands-on activities and/or work practices who has:
(i) Demonstrated experience, education, or training in teaching workers or adults; and
(ii) Successfully completed a lead training course from an accredited training program specific to the discipline(s) in which the instructor intends to teach, with a minimum of sixteen (16) training hours; and
(iii) At least two (2) years of experience, education, or training in the field in which they provide the instruction.
5. The following documents shall be recognized by the Division as evidence that training managers, principal instructors, and guest instructors meet the relevant educational, work experience, and/or training requirements specifically listed in paragraphs (3)(a)1., (3)(a)2., and (3)(a)4. of this section. This documentation shall be submitted with the application for training program accreditation.
(i) A copy of an official academic transcript or diploma as evidence of meeting the educational requirements.
(ii) Resumes, letters of reference or documentation of work experience, as evidence of meeting the work experience requirements. This documentation should include, but not be limited to, work history documenting related experience including inclusive dates of experience, employer's name, address and phone number; positions held; projects completed and job responsibilities held during the projects.
(iii) A copy of certificates from train-the-trainer courses and lead-specific training courses, as evidence of meeting the training requirements.
6. The training program shall ensure the availability of, and 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.
7. The training manager shall be responsible for ensuring that the instructors accurately teach the training course curriculum that was accredited by the Division.
8. For each training course offered, the training program shall conduct a hands-on skills assessment, if applicable, and a closed book course test at the completion of the training course. For successful completion of the training course, each student shall attend at least ninety-five percent (95%) of the training course, successfully complete the hands-on skills assessment, and receive a passing score of seventy percent (70%) or greater on the course test. Passing students shall be provided with a course completion certificate from the training program.
(i) The training manager is responsible for maintaining the validity and integrity of the hands-on skills assessment to ensure that it accurately evaluates the trainee's performance of the work practices and procedures associated with the course topics contained in paragraph (4) of this section.
(ii) The training manager is responsible for maintaining the validity and integrity of the course test to ensure that it accurately evaluates the trainees' knowledge and retention of the course topics.
(iii) The course test shall be developed in accordance with the test blueprint. All initial course tests, except lead worker and renovator, shall consist of a minimum of 50 multiple choice questions. All other training course exams shall consist of a minimum of 25 multiple choice questions.
9. The training programs shall issue a unique course completion certificate as specified in paragraph (2)(a)16. of this section to each person who successfully completes a training course.
10. The training manager shall develop and implement the quality control plan. The plan shall be used to maintain and improve the quality of the training program over time. This plan shall contain at least the following elements:
(i) Procedures for periodic revision of training materials and the course test to reflect innovations in the field; and
(ii) Procedures for the training manager's annual review of the principal instructor's competency.
11. The training program shall ensure that the following quality control measures are met:
(i) The instructor(s) shall follow the training curriculum which was accredited by the Division;
(ii) Each initial training course shall have a maximum of forty (40) students;
(iii) A day of training shall be a minimum of eight (8) hours a day and at least six and one-half (6 1/2) hours of direct instruction, including classroom, hands-on training or field trips, except for the renovator, dust sampling technician and lead project designer refresher training courses;
(iv) Work time and instruction time shall not exceed twelve (12) hours in a twenty-four (24) -hour period;
(v) All course requirements must be completed within a two-week period of the course start date;
(vi) All instructors and students shall be fluent in the language in which the course is being taught;
(vii) An interpreter shall not be used to teach or instruct training courses;
(viii) Lead worker, renovator, and dust sampling technician initial training courses shall have at least one (1) principal instructor. Other initial courses shall have a minimum of two (2) instructors;
(ix) Instructor ratio for hands-on training skills assessment shall be no more than ten (10) students per instructor;
(x) All course materials shall be developed in the language for which the course is being taught;
(xi) Each training course shall be discipline specific;
(xii) Students shall take a course test no more than two (2) times for each training course. After two (2) failures, the student shall retake the full course before being allowed to retest;
(xiii) Instructors shall not review for the course test by reading questions from the test;
(xiv) A training program shall provide course test security measures to prevent student access to the course test before and after the test. Training programs shall take measures to preclude cheating during the course test; and
(xv) For each training course, the training program shall verify, by photo identification, the identity of each person taking the training course.
12. The training program shall offer training courses which teach the work practice standards for conducting renovation and lead-based paint activities contained in Rule 391-3-24-.10 and Rule 391-3-24-.06.
These standards shall be taught in the appropriate courses so as to provide trainees with the knowledge needed to perform the renovation and lead-based paint activities they are responsible for conducting.
13. The training manager shall be responsible for ensuring that the training program complies at all times with all of the requirements specified in Rule 391-3-24-.04.
14. At the conclusion of all training courses, the training program shall make available copies of the Georgia Rules and certification applications to all course attendees.
(4) Minimum Training Curricula Requirements for Training Courses.
(a) To become accredited to offer renovation and lead-based paint training courses in the specific disciplines listed below, training programs must ensure that their training course curriculum includes, at a minimum, the following course topics. Listed requirements ending in an asterisk (*) indicate areas that require hands-on activities as an integral component of the course.
(b) Lead Inspector.
1. Role and responsibilities of the inspector.
2. Background information on lead and its adverse health effects.
3. Background information on Federal, State, and local regulations and guidance that pertain to lead-based paint and lead-based paint activities.
4. Lead-based paint inspection methods, including selection of rooms and components for sampling and testing.*
5. Paint, dust, and soil sampling methodologies.*
6. Clearance standards and testing, including random sampling.*
7. Preparation of the final inspection report.*
8. Recordkeeping.
9. Minimum course length is twenty-four (24) training hours, with a minimum of eight (8) hours devoted to hands-on training.
(c) Lead Risk Assessor.
1. The role and responsibilities of the risk assessor.
2. Collection of background information to perform a risk assessment.
3. Sources of environmental lead contamination such as paint, surface dust and soil, water, air, packaging, and food.
4. Visual inspection for the purpose of identifying lead-based paint, and lead-based paint hazards.*
5. Lead hazard screen protocol.
6. Sampling for other sources of lead exposure.*
7. Interpretation of lead-based paint and other lead sampling results including all applicable State or Federal guidance or regulations pertaining to lead-based paint hazards.*
8. Development of hazard control options, the role of interim controls, and operations and maintenance in reducing lead hazards.
9. Preparation of a final risk assessment report.
10. The minimum course length is sixteen (16) training hours, with a minimum of four (4) hours devoted to hands-on training activities.
(d) Lead Supervisor.
1. Role and responsibilities of a supervisor.
2. Background information on lead and its adverse health effects.
3. Background information on Federal, State, and local regulations and guidance that pertains to lead-based paint abatement.
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.*
8. Lead-based paint abatement and lead hazard reduction methods, including restricted practices. *
9. Interior dust abatement/clean-up or lead hazard control and reduction methods.*
10. Soil and exterior dust abatement or lead hazard control and reduction methods.*
11. Clearance standards and testing.*
12. Clean-up and waste disposal practices and regulations.
13. Recordkeeping.
14. The minimum course length is thirty-two (32) training hours, with a minimum of eight (8) hours devoted to hands-on training activities.
(e) Lead Project Designer.
1. Role and responsibility 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 abatement projects with five (5) or more residential dwelling units.
4. Interior dust abatement/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. The minimum course length is eight (8) training hours.
(f) Lead Worker.
1. Role and responsibility of a lead worker.
2. Background information on lead and its adverse health effects.
3. Background information on Federal, State and local regulations and guidance that pertain to lead-based paint abatement.
4. Lead-based paint hazard recognition and control.*
5. Lead-based paint abatement and lead hazard reduction methods, including restricted practices.*
6. Interior dust abatement methods/clean-up or lead hazard reduction.*
7. Soil and exterior dust abatement methods or lead hazard reduction.*
8. The minimum course length is sixteen (16) training hours with a minimum of eight (8) hours devoted to hands-on training activities.
(g) Renovator.
1. Role and responsibility of a renovator.
2. Background information on lead and its adverse health effects.
3. Background information on EPA, HUD, OSHA, and other Federal, State, and local regulations and guidance that pertains to lead-based paint and renovation activities.
4. Procedures for using acceptable test kits to determine whether paint is lead-based paint.
5. Renovation methods to minimize the creation of dust and lead-based paint hazards.*
6. Interior and exterior containment and cleanup methods.*
7. Methods to ensure that the renovation has been properly completed, including cleaning verification, and clearance testing.*
8. Waste handling and disposal.
9. Providing on-the-job training to other workers.
10. Record preparations.
11. The minimum course length is eight (8) training hours with a minimum of two (2) hours devoted to hands-on training activities.
(h) Dust sampling technician.
1. Role and responsibility of a dust sampling technician.
2. Background information on lead and its adverse health effects.
3. Background information on Federal, State, and local regulations and guidance that pertains to lead-based paint and renovation activities.
4. Dust sampling methodologies.*
5. Clearance standards and testing.
6. Report preparations.
7. The minimum course length is eight (8) training hours with a minimum of two (2) hours devoted to hands-on training activities.
(5) Minimum Requirements for the Accreditation of Refresher Training Programs.
(a) A training program may seek accreditation to offer refresher training courses in any of the following disciplines: lead inspector, lead risk assessor, lead supervisor, lead project designer, lead worker, renovator and dust sampling technician. To obtain Division accreditation to offer refresher training, a training program must meet and maintain the following minimum requirements:
(b) Each refresher training course shall review the curriculum topics of the full-length courses listed under paragraph (4) of this section, as appropriate. In addition, to become accredited to offer refresher training courses, the training program shall ensure that their training course curriculum includes, at a minimum, the following:
1. An overview of current safety practices relating to renovation and lead-based paint activities in general, as well as specific information pertaining to the appropriate discipline.
2. Current laws and regulations relating to renovation and lead-based paint activities in general, as well as specific information pertaining to the appropriate discipline.
3. Current technologies relating to renovation and lead-based paint activities in general, as well as specific information pertaining to the appropriate discipline.
(c) Each refresher training course, except for lead project designer, dust sampling technician, and renovator, shall last a minimum of eight (8) training hours. The lead project designer, dust sampling technician, and renovator refresher courses shall last a minimum of four (4) training hours.
(d) For each course offered, the training program shall administer a course test at the completion of the course. All refresher course tests shall consist of a minimum of 25 multiple choice questions. For successful completion of the training course, each student shall attend at least ninety-five percent (95%) of the training course, and receive a passing score of seventy percent (70%) or greater on the course test. Passing students shall be provided with a refresher course completion certificate from the training program.
(e) A training program seeking to offer refresher training courses shall also meet and maintain the requirements specified in paragraphs (2) through (7), except for training hour requirements.
(6) Minimum Requirements for Training Program Notification and Recordkeeping.
(a) Accredited training programs shall submit to the Division the following:
1. Notice of intention to conduct an accredited training course for lead and renovation certification purposes shall be submitted to the Division. Notices for training courses, except lead worker and renovator, shall be postmarked or received by the Division ten (10) working days before the training course start date. Notice for lead worker and renovator training courses shall be postmarked or received by the Division five (5) working days before the training course start date. If the training course is canceled, the training program shall notify the Division at least one (1) working day prior to the scheduled start date. Notification of intent to conduct a training course shall be made on forms provided by the Division and shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
(i) Training program name, address, phone number and contact person;
(ii) Training course title;
(iii) Inclusive dates of training course and applicable exam;
(iv) Start and completion times of training course;
(v) Location of course facility and directions to the course facility if the site is not routine for the training program;
(vi) Language in which training course is taught;
(vii) Principal instructor for the training course; and
(viii) Signature of the training manager.
2. A course roster must be submitted to the Division no later than five (5) working days after the last day of training. The course roster must be provided on forms provided by or acceptable to the Division and must contain the name of every person who attended the training course, including whether the person was issued a training certificate or not.
3. Any changes to course length, curriculum, training methods, training manual or materials, instructors, course test, training certificate, training manager or contact person shall be made in writing and submitted to the Division at least ten (10) working days prior to the scheduled training course start date. Changes must be approved by the Division prior to any training utilizing the changes in order for the course to be accepted for accreditation purposes.
4. Current curriculum/course materials and documents reflecting any changes made to these materials.
(b) The accredited training program shall maintain and make available to the Division for inspection the following information:
1. Information and documentation for any course accredited under 391-3-24-.04 of this Rule.
2. Assessment information on how the hands-on training, work tasks and procedures are evaluated for each student which shall include, but not be limited to, instructor conducting the assessment, grading criteria, facilities used, and the pass/fail rate.
3. Results of the students' hands-on skills assessments and course tests, and a record of each student's course completion certificate.
4. The quality control plan as described in paragraph (3)(a)(10) of this section.
5. Any other material not listed above that was submitted to the Division as part of the program's application for accreditation.
(c) The training program shall retain records specified in paragraph (b) of this section at the address specified on the training program application for a minimum of three (3) years and six (6) months. The training program shall notify the Division within twenty (20) working days of changes to the address specified on its training program application or transferring of the records from that address.
(7) Minimum Requirements for Renewals of Accredited Training Programs.
(a) If a training program submits a renewal application and meets the requirements of this section, the training program's course accreditation shall be renewed for a period of twelve (12) months.
(b) An accredited training program seeking training course renewal shall submit a completed renewal application on forms provided by the Division with all appropriate information included and signed by the training manager. The renewal application shall include, but not be limited to:
1. The training program's name, address and telephone number.
2. A list of training courses for which renewal of accreditation is being sought.
3. A description of any changes to the training facility, equipment, curriculum, hands-on activities, instructors, or quality control plan since its last application was approved that adversely affects the students' ability to learn.
4. A certified statement signed by the training manager stating that the training program complies at all times with all requirements of 391-3-24-.04 of this Rule.
(c) Applications for course renewal must be postmarked or hand delivered to the Division no later than thirty (30) days before the expiration date for each course accredited by the Division. Renewal applications postmarked or hand delivered on or before the thirtieth (30th) day before the expiration date shall include a renewal fee of $300 per training course. Renewal applications postmarked or hand delivered less than thirty (30) days before the expiration date shall include a renewal fee of $450 per training course. Fees shall be submitted electronically or in the form of a check or money order and made payable to the Environmental Protection Division - Lead Abatement Fees for lead supervisor, inspector, risk assessor, project designer, or lead worker courses. Fees shall be submitted electronically or in the form of a check or money order and made payable to the Environmental Protection Division - Lead Renovation Fees for renovator and dust sampling technician courses.
(d) Training programs, which submit an application for course renewal after the expiration date of accreditation by the Division shall follow the requirements specified in paragraph 391-3-24-.04(2) of this Rule for accreditation purposes.
(e) Training programs holding an accreditation from the Division shall submit a renewal application on forms provided by the Division on or before October 1 yearly and shall be renewed for a period of up to twelve (12) months. In those cases where an October 1 expiration date results in less than twelve (12) months of accreditation, the renewal fee shall be pro-rated accordingly.
(f) The Division may audit the training program at any time to verify the contents of the application for renewal.
(8) Reciprocity.
(a) The Division may seek reciprocity agreements with other States, Tribes or Territories where equivalency of lead certification and training requirements can be demonstrated.
The Division may recognize the accreditation of a training course or refresher training course granted by any other State, Tribe or Territory with which the Division has a written reciprocal agreement. Any training program may apply to have its accredited courses approved by the Division if its training course or refresher training course has been accredited by a State, Tribe or Territory with which the Division has a written reciprocal agreement.
(b) Training programs applying for Division accreditation by reciprocity shall follow the requirements specified in paragraph (2)(a), except (2)(a)6., and submit a fee in the amount of $400 per training course for which accreditation is sought. Fees shall be submitted electronically or in the form of a check or money order made payable to the Environmental Protection Division - Lead Abatement Fees for lead supervisor, inspector, risk assessor, project designer, or lead worker courses. Fees shall be submitted electronically or in the form of a check or money order made payable to the Environmental Protection Division - Lead Renovation Fees for renovator and dust sampling technician courses.
(9) Recognition of EPA Training Program Accreditation
(a) The Division shall recognize training programs holding an accreditation from the U.S. EPA issued before the effective date of this Rule for renovator and/or dust sampling technician courses if the following requirements are met:
1. Upon notification by the Division, an application for recognition of U.S. EPA training program accreditation is submitted on forms provided by the Division within sixty (60) days of the Division's notification.
2. A fee of $200.00 per training course shall be submitted to the Division electronically or in the form of a check or money order and made payable to the Environmental Protection Division - Lead Renovation Fees for each training course to be recognized by the Division.
(b) The Division shall issue a certification of the Division's acceptance of the U.S. EPA training program accreditation within thirty (30) days of the applicant meeting the requirements of paragraph 1. and 2. of this Rule. The accreditation issued by the Division shall have an expiration date of October 1, 2011. Renewals of accreditation shall meet the requirements in Rule 391-3-24-.04(7).
(c) The Division shall not recognize U.S. EPA training program accreditation or accept courses offered as acceptable training for Division certification of renovator or dust sampling technician certifications if the training provider fails to submit an application and the appropriate fees within sixty (60) days of being notified by the Division.
(10) Suspension, Revocation, and Modification of Accredited Training Programs.
(a) The Director may investigate the actions of any training program and may suspend, revoke or modify the accreditation of a training program in accordance with Chapter 13 of Title 50, the "Georgia Administrative Procedures Act", when it is found that the training program, training manager, or other responsible persons with the training program has:
1. Misrepresented the contents of a training course to the Division and/or the student population.
2. Failed to submit required information or notifications in a timely manner.
3. Failed to maintain required records.
4. Falsified accreditation records, instructor qualifications, or other accreditation-related information or documentation.
5. Failed to comply with the training standards and requirements in this section.
6. Failed to comply with Federal, State or local lead-based paint statutes or regulations.
7. Made false or misleading statements to the Division in its application for accreditation or renewal that the Division relied upon in approving the application.
(b) When accreditation of a training program is revoked, the training program shall not be eligible for re-accreditation for a period of five (5) years from the date of revocation.
O.C.G.A. Sec. 31-41-1 et seq.
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