--- title: RRPedia, EPA RRP Information and MA RRP Information for Renovators | RRP for Dummies (2) description: RRP for Dummies | RRPedia is your resource for contractor friendly and accurate RRP information (2) --- [![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 ## [What documents do I need to keep or have under the EPA RRP rule?](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/rrpedia/bid/38727/What-documents-do-I-need-to-keep-or-have-under-the-EPA-RRP-rule) Posted by [Shawn McCadden](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/rrpedia/author/shawn-mccadden) on Mon, Apr 19, 2010 @ 02:44 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) #### ![File drawer](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/hs-fs/file-15756552-jpg/images/file_drawer-wr.jpg) #### Under the EPA RRP rules Certified Renovators and Certified Firms are required to have certain documents with them at certain times and must also create and store certain records related to the projects they work on that fall under the EPA RRP Rule.   Documents related to projects that fall under the RRP Rule must be stored and, in the case of an audit,  be available to the EPA for inspection for a period of three years.   **Depending on the work performed, who sold it and who did the work, some or all of the following may be required:** - Copy of the Certified Firm and Certified Renovator(s) certifications - Non certified worker training documentation - Proof of notification and or pre-education of owners, tenants, and or the parents of children attending child occupied facilities. - Designation of Certified Renovator to the job - Information on and results of the use of EPA-recognized test kits provided by a Certified Renovator who acted as a representative on the Certified Firm at the job site and who conducted testing for the presence of lead-based paint on surfaces to be affected by the renovation - Lead based paint inspection reports provided by a Certified Lead Inspector or Certified Lead Risk Assessor, if applicable - Any other signed and dated documents form the owner(s) and/or residents regarding conduct of the renovation and requirements in the EPA RRP Rule - All reports required from the Certified Firm and Certified Renovator by the EPA RRP Rule ![Small Entity Compliance Guide](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/hs-fs/file-15738679-jpg/images/compliance_guide_cover-wr.jpg?width=118&height=151&name=compliance_guide_cover-wr.jpg)   #### Samples of several of these documents can be found in the EPA Publication titled: [Small Entity Compliance Guide to Renovate Right](http://www.epa.gov/lead/pubs/sbcomplianceguide.pdf)   #### ![Rhode Island](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/hs-fs/file-16119324-jpg/images/ri-wr.jpg)Rhode Island administers their own RRP program.  Here is an addition documentation consideration related to renovation record keeping for those operating in RI: "A log book with consecutively numbered pages is maintained at each job site which contains the names, license numbers, and dates/times in and out for all Lead-Safe Remodeler/ Renovators gaining access to a containment area." "Ensure that unlicensed workers trained pursuant to §14.4(b)(2) and all other persons who enter a containment area print and sign their names in the access log book documenting the date and time entering and leaving the containment area." #### [Click here to view or download the RI Regulations as a PDF](http://sos.ri.gov/documents/archives/regdocs/released/pdf/DOH/5928.pdf) #### ![Massachusetts](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/hs-fs/file-15772698-jpg/images/ma-wr.jpg)Note:  As of July 9, 2010, Massachusetts has also taken over enforcement and administration of the RRP rule.  Massachusetts has a similar log book requirement to the one described above for Rhode Island #### [Click here to view or download the MA Regulations as a PDF](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/Default.aspx?app=LeadgenDownload&shortpath=docs%2fMA+Lead+454CMR+22.00+Permanent+Filing+redline+copy.pdf)   #### **If you are looking for forms and signage to help you with comply with the EPA RRP rule, I recommend you check out what [The Lead Paint Forms Store ](https://kwikbinder.infusionsoft.com/go/LAK/SMcCadden/)has to offer.** 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/rrpedia/bid/38727/What-documents-do-I-need-to-keep-or-have-under-the-EPA-RRP-rule#comments-listing) Topics: [RI Conciderations](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/rrpedia/topic/ri-conciderations), [Business Considerations](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/rrpedia/topic/business-considerations), [Documentation Considerations](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/rrpedia/topic/documentation-considerations), [RRP for Dummies](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/rrpedia/topic/rrp-for-dummies), [Enforcement and Inspections](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/rrpedia/topic/enforcement-and-inspections) ## [What is the "Opt-Out" provision of the EPA RRP Rule and when does it apply?](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/rrpedia/bid/38669/What-is-the-Opt-Out-provision-of-the-EPA-RRP-Rule-and-when-does-it-apply) Posted by [Shawn McCadden](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/rrpedia/author/shawn-mccadden) on Sat, Apr 17, 2010 @ 03:29 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) #### Question: #### *What is the "opt-out" provision of the Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule and when does it apply?* ![Danger sign](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/hs-fs/file-15742787-jpg/images/danger_sign-wr.jpg)According to the Q&A area of the EPA's web site, before you can offer or do work on pre-1978 homes, you must be a Certified Firm ([click here to see this Q&A](http://toxics.custhelp.com/cgi-bin/toxics.cfg/php/enduser/std_adp.php?p_faqid=6749&p_created=1269617802&p_sid=mgEtnUYj&p_accessibility=0&p_redirect=&p_srch=1&p_lva=&p_sp=cF9zcmNoPTEmcF9zb3J0X2J5PSZwX2dyaWRzb3J0PSZwX3Jvd19jbnQ9MTA2LDEwNiZwX3Byb2RzPTcxNiw3ND)).  So, even if the work practices are not required, or the owner decides to opt-out, offering services or working on target properties requires that the contractor offering the contract to a property owner be a certified firm. #### According to the EPA web site: "The RRP Rule published April 22, 2008, allows homeowners to 'opt out' of the requirement to hire a trained renovator who follows the RRP work practices if the homeowner certifies that (1) the renovation will occur in the owner's residence, (2) no child under age 6 or pregnant women resides there, (3) the housing is not a child-occupied facility, and (4) the owner acknowledges that the renovation firm will not be required to use the work practices contained in the RRP rule."  #### NOTE: On April 23, 2010, the EPA announce that the opt-out provision would be phased out. The change in the rule regarding the opt-out will become effective on July 6th, 2010.  [Click here for more on the opt-out posted at the EPA Web Site.](http://www.epa.gov/lead/new.htm) ![RI](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/hs-fs/file-16119324-jpg/images/ri-wr.jpg)NOTE:  Rhode Island is one of many states and or tribal authorities that has been granted and or is seeking authorization by the EPA to administer the RRP program.  The opt-out provision is/will not be allowed in RI.  **If you know of the status of the opt-out in RI and or other states, please contribute that information along with a source/link to confirm accuracy.  ** #### [Click here to view or download the RI Regulations as a PDF](http://sos.ri.gov/documents/archives/regdocs/released/pdf/DOH/5928.pdf) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/rrpedia/bid/38669/What-is-the-Opt-Out-provision-of-the-EPA-RRP-Rule-and-when-does-it-apply#comments-listing) Topics: [RRP Questions](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/rrpedia/topic/rrp-questions), [RI Conciderations](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/rrpedia/topic/ri-conciderations), [EPA RRP Lead Rules](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/rrpedia/topic/epa-rrp-lead-rules), [Sales Considerations](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/rrpedia/topic/sales-considerations), [Legal Considerations](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/rrpedia/topic/legal-considerations), [Work Practices](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/rrpedia/topic/work-practices), [RRP for Dummies](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/rrpedia/topic/rrp-for-dummies) [Previous](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/rrpedia/topic/rrp-for-dummies/page/1) [All posts](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/rrpedia/all) [![cs-ye-234x16](https://www.shawnmccadden.com/hs-fs/hub/81069/file-1553381212.gif)](http://www.copyscape.com/duplicate-content/) ### Subscribe to RRPedia by Email and get notified about new postings as soon as they happen! ### Are You Documenting Yor Crew's Compliance With The RRP Rule?  [![download free RRP checklist](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/81069/dd6aace9-6cb0-4ad2-a55a-09846d7f5b5e.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/81069/dd6aace9-6cb0-4ad2-a55a-09846d7f5b5e) ### Still Using a Yellow Pad for Your Estimating? 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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. 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