National Center for Healthy Housing

NCHH conducts research to find scientifically valid and practical strategies for making homes safe and healthy. Through its education and training programs, NCHH alerts families and those who serve them to hazards in the home environment. NCHH's policy work translates its scientific and technical work into government and non-governmental standards, programs, and policies.

Environmental Protection Agency

The EPA's mission is to protect human health and the environment.

Frequent Questions

Required hand-out to comply with the pre-renovation education rule

Under the EPA Lead RRP Rule Firm Certification is required for all companies performing renovations for compensation in pre-1978 housing or child-occupied facilities including general contractors, landlords and all subcontractors. Download application and mail it with $300.00 fee or apply online. If mailing keep copies of application, check and mail certified mail. Certification is good for 5 years.

Housing and Urban Development

The Office of Healthy Homes and Lead Hazard Control (OHHLHC) is unique among federal agencies. HUD's Office of Healthy Homes and Lead Hazard Control was established to eliminate lead-based paint hazards in America's privately-owned and low-income housing and to lead the nation in addressing other housing-related health hazards that threaten vulnerable residents.

Occupational Safety and Health Administration

With the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, Congress created the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to ensure safe and healthful working conditions for working men and women by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education and assistance.