Builders Association of Minnesota

The federal Environmental Protection Agency pushed back the deadline for the Lead Renovation, Repair & Painting Rule training required for any contractor to work in homes built prior to 1978. The rule went into effect April 22, but now contractors have until October 1st to file for firm certification, until September 30 for workers to register and until December 31 to take the required training course. Contractors will still be required to use lead-safe work practices during this time.