Policy Statement

There is no formal policy statement for this topic however procedures and other information are provided below.

When “Dealing With Lead-Based Paint” UGA units must follow all federal and state regulations. This Guidance Document, http://www.usg.edu/ehs/guidelines/lead_paint.phtml, produced by the Board of Regents Office of Environmental Affairs for all University System of Georgia Facilities provides basic information for maintaining compliance. Additional links provided below will help with your compliance.

Reason for Policy 

To help UGA units comply with all federal and state regulations for Lead based paint removal and/or demolition.

Procedures

Personnel at UGA involved in construction or demolition related activities must follow all federal and state regulations. The Guidance Document provided by the Board of Regents Office of Environmental Affairs for University System of Georgia Facilities should be utilized. Provided below is the EPD website for any forms related to lead abatement.

Forms/Instructions

http://www.gaepd.org/Documents/epdforms_lpb.html#lr


Additional contacts

Chad Jordan, (706)542-3509

Policy Definitions

Targeted Housing - http://www.fedcenter.gov/assistance/facilitytour/infrastructure/leadpaint/


Record Retention

All lead surveys, lead training records, EPD or EPA notifications or correspondence with regulatory agencies must be kept indefinitely.

FAQs

www.esd.uga.edu

Related Information

http://www.gaepd.org/Files_PDF/techguide/lpb/EPD_Lead_Program_Overview_Brochure.pdf