--- title: Resources About Lead and the EPA RRP Rule for Home Owners and Contractors description: Many remodelers have asked me about resourses they can use to find out more about lead lead poisoning and the RRP rule When I ask them why they are image: https://www.shawnmccadden.com/hs-fs/file-15736622-jpg/images/child_and_lead_house-wr.jpg --- [![Shawn McCadden](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/hs-fs/hub/81069/file-1539748069.jpg)](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/) # Welcome to RRPedia Your Interactive Resource for EPA RRP Information ## ![RRPedia logo](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/hs-fs/file-1549005086-jpg/images/RRPedia_Logosmall_-wr-1.jpg)Looking for accurate information about the EPA RRP rule? RRPedia has been created by Shawn McCadden to help remodelers and others affected by the New EPA Renovation Repair and Painting Rule.  ## Please read *[RRPedia Use and Contribution Information](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/using-and-contributing-to-rrpedia-/) *before using or contributing to RRPedia.   --- # You Can Browse For RRP Topics By Using The Tags List To The Right ## [Resources About Lead and the EPA RRP Rule for Home Owners and Contractors](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/rrpedia/bid/41703/Resources-About-Lead-and-the-EPA-RRP-Rule-for-Home-Owners-and-Contractors) Posted by [Shawn McCadden](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/rrpedia/author/shawn-mccadden) on Mon, Jun 28, 2010 @ 08:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) #### ![Child and home](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/hs-fs/file-15736622-jpg/images/child_and_lead_house-wr.jpg)Many remodelers have asked me about resources they can use to find out more about lead, lead poisoning and the EPA RRP rule.  When I ask them why they are looking for this information two common reasons seem to rise to the top.  First, they are looking to better educate themsleves about lead and lead poisoning so they can be better prepared to discuss the health risks of lead with their clients and prospects.  Second, they are looking for resources to share with their prospects and clients, either as part of their marketing efforts or to add to their web sites. #### To help remodelers and others, I have collected the following resources.  If you know of additional resources that would be beneficial, please be sure to share them here by posting them to the comment area below.  #### Helpful Videos: -Remodeler Greg Antonioli of Out of the Woods Construction and Cabinetry, Inc posted his own public service announcement on his company's web site.  [Click here to view Greg's PSA](http://www.outofthewoodsconstruction.com/RRP.htm).  The video was produced by fellow NARI member Chuck Green of [Perpetual Motion Pictures](http://www.perpetualmotionpictures.com/)  -[In a blog by Monte Smith](http://mecgarden.ning.com/profiles/blogs/the-clock-is), Smith has posted 8 videos he found on YouTube.  In his blog, Smith states he assembled eight videos  that, if viewed, will allow the viewer a broad view of the lead/RRP subject from multiple points of view.  He also strongly encourages anyone and everyone to invest a little over an hour of their time to watch the videos and become familiar with this topic. -Senator Jim Inhofe of Oklahoma says the RRP Rule is a serious problem and a jobs killer.  He offers more information on his website   #### Information About Working Lead-Safe [A Guide to working safely with residential lead paint](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/Default.aspx?app=LeadgenDownload&shortpath=docs%2fA+Guide+to+working+safely+with+residential+lead+paint.pdf) [Field Guide for Painting, Home Maintenance and Renovation Work](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/Default.aspx?app=LeadgenDownload&shortpath=docs%2fField+Guide+for+Painting%2c+Home+Maintenance+and+Renovation+Work.pdf) [How to Safely Change a Lead Contaminated HEPA Vac Bag](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/rrpedia/bid/39354/How-to-Safely-Use-a-HEPA-Vacuum-and-Change-a-Contaminated-Bag) [OSHA standards for cleaning a respirator apply to EPA RRP work](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/rrpedia/bid/41057/OSHA-standards-for-cleaning-a-respirator-apply-to-EPA-RRP-work) [What do I need to know about Respirators when doing EPA RRP work?](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/rrpedia/bid/38664/What-do-I-need-to-know-about-Respirators-when-doing-EPA-RRP-work) [Restricted Practices and Prohibited Practices under the EPA RRP Rule](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/rrpedia/bid/39169/Restricted-Practices-and-Prohibited-Practices-under-the-EPA-RRP-Rule)   ####  Web Site List: (1) Information on Lead for Everyone: [leadfreekids.org](http://www.leadfreekids.org/) (2) Information regarding the Lead RRP rule on EPA's website: [http://www.epa.gov/oppt/lead/pubs/renovation.htm](http://www.epa.gov/oppt/lead/pubs/renovation.htm) (3) Information about all EPA's lead programs: [http://www.epa.gov/lead/](http://www.epa.gov/lead/) (4) The Federal Register notice for the rule (April 22, 2008): [http://www.epa.gov/fedrgstr/EPA-TOX/2008/April/Day-22/t8141.htm](http://www.epa.gov/fedrgstr/EPA-TOX/2008/April/Day-22/t8141.htm). (5) Link to Federal Resister notice for opt-out provision removal on RRP rule (May 06, 2010): [http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/2010/pdf/2010-10100.pdf](http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/2010/pdf/2010-10100.pdf) (6) Pollution Prevention and Toxics Frequently Asked Questions with answers (Note the expandable topics list and key word search feature on the right side of the page): [http://toxics.supportportal.com/ics/support/default.asp?deptID=23019](http://toxics.custhelp.com/cgi-bin/toxics.cfg/php/enduser/std_alp.php?p_sid=IJM5bu-j) (7) HUD Lead page: [http://www.hud.gov/offices/lead/](http://www.hud.gov/offices/lead/) (8) EPA Lead-Safe Certification Program Trade Press Downloadable Materials: EPA is placing ads in various publications and venues to get the word out to contractors and those who influence them about the new Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule requirement that contractors must be lead-safe certified by April 22, 2010. If you are a contractor or someone who interacts regularly with contractors, EPA is seeking help in get the word out about the new rule.   EPA suggests downloading these outreach materials and distributing them by mail, e-mail, your place of business, or by placing them in specialty publications. [http://epa.gov/lead/pubs/lscp-press-materials.htm](http://epa.gov/lead/pubs/lscp-press-materials.htm) (9) There are a variety of Public Service Announcements available for download on the leadfreekids.org web site.  these include announcements for TV, radio, color print, newspaper and web banners. 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Your site is one of the best resources we have to stay on level ground"*  **Christian Peter**   *"I am quite impressed with all the confusion out there at Shawn McCadden’s clear and concise voice that continues to help contractors and those involved in this industry truly understand the rule. His efforts should be applauded."*  **Christopher Wagner, LBPFiles**   *"RRPedia is an accurate and contractor friendly interpretation of the very complex and confusing EPA RRP rule"* * * *"Thanks for taking the time to write the blog.  It's about the only place one can go to get some serious info on this dreadful subject"*   *"I would like to begin by thanking Shawn for all of his postings and education that he has been sharing with the remodeling industry. He has personally been extremely helpful in guiding me through various interpretations of the RRP rule, his advice and knowledge are priceless."* **Michael A. Mahoney*** * ### Suggest or Contribute a RRPedia Topic ### Want a Simple Summary of the EPA RRP? #### Shawn McCadden has created an EPA RRP Summary for Remodelers. *"Hi Shawn, **Nice RRP write up on the website.   I've already forwarded a link to it to a number of local builder types."*   #### [Click here to go to the summary.](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/epa-rrp-summary-for-remodelers-by-shawn-mccadden/)  You can also download it if you want your own copy. ### Add this widget to your Web page, blog, or social networking site. A widget is a CDC.gov application that displays the featured content directly on your web page. Click the buttons to see the next tip to prevent lead poisoning.