Abatement Certification

Chapter 420-3-27 - Lead Hazard Reduction Contractor Certification

All firms which offer to perform, or performs any of the lead-based paint abatement activities described in Alabama's lead rules must have certification from the Alabama Department of Public Heath. The company must have at least one individual who is accredited by and registered with the Safe State Environmental Program at the University of Alabama as a Lead Abatement Worker, Lead Inspector, Lead Abatement Supervisor, Lead Risk Assessor, or Lead Abatement Project Designer, to be certified as a respective firm.

Registration for Individual Accreditation and Firm Certification is now managed by UA SafeState. Register Here.

All firms which perform, or offer to perform, any of the lead-based paint abatement activities described in Alabama's lead rules must have certification from the Alabama Department of Public Health.

In order to be certified as an Abatement Firm, the company must have at least one individual who is accredited by and registered with UA SafeState as a Lead Abatement Worker, Lead Inspector, Lead Abatement Supervisor, Lead Risk Assessor, or Lead Abatement Project Designer.

Steps For Individual Abatement Accreditation and Firm Certification

Step 1 – Complete Training - Ensure all applicants have successfully completed their most recent training from one of Alabama’s approved trainers.

Step 2 — Pass 3rd Party Exam – Only applies to lead inspector, lead risk assessor, and lead supervisor.

Step 3 – Apply for Individual Accreditation - Through UA SafeState.

Step 4 – Apply for Firm Certification - Once you have at least one accredited person who is a Lead Abatement Worker, Lead Inspector, Lead Abatement Supervisor, Lead Risk Assessor, or Lead Abatement Project Designer, register your firm through UA SafeState in order to be certified with the Alabama Department of Public Health.