N.C. Gen. Stat. § § 130A-453.07
Accreditation of training courses and training providers.
Operative Text
Completion of a training course on inspection, risk assessment, or abatement does not satisfy a training requirement that is a condition for certification under this Article unless both the course provider and the course have been accredited by the Department. The Commission shall establish the procedure and standards for a course provider and a course to be accredited. (1997-523, s. 1.)
Under N.C. Gen. Stat. § 130A-453.01 et seq. § 130A-453.07, completing a training course on lead-based paint inspection, risk assessment, or abatement only counts toward a state certification requirement if both the course itself and the organization offering it have received accreditation from the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services. The Environmental Management Commission is responsible for setting the procedures and standards that course providers and courses must meet to earn that accreditation. A training course taken from a non-accredited provider, or an unaccredited course from an otherwise accredited provider, does not fulfill the certification requirement under this Article.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers who hire or employ workers certified under N.C. Gen. Stat. § 130A-453.01 et seq. § 130A-453.07 for lead-related work should verify that any training their workers complete was delivered by a provider and through a course both accredited by the Department. Compliant operators typically confirm accreditation status before enrolling staff in inspection, risk assessment, or abatement training, since unaccredited coursework will not satisfy the certification conditions required under this Article. Keeping documentation of accredited training helps demonstrate that certified personnel meet the standards established by the Commission.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 130A-453.01 et seq. § 130A-453.07 establishes that individuals performing lead-related work—such as inspection, risk assessment, or abatement—in a rental property must hold valid certifications backed by accredited training. Tenants who have concerns about whether workers entering their home are properly certified under this Article may contact the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services or a local tenant-rights organization to understand available options. Raising questions about a contractor's certification status is a recognized avenue for tenants seeking to ensure that lead-related work is conducted by qualified, properly trained individuals.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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