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EPA Model Lead Based Paint Risk
Assessor Questions and Correct Answers/
Latest Update / Already Graded
When did they reduce to Lead Levels in consumer products
Ans: 1978
What is a soffit?
Ans: The underside of a horizontal surface which projects
beyond a wall line, such as an overhanging roof.
T/F: The risk assessor should be involved in the process of selecting a
contractor.
Ans: False
Scenario: You arrive on premises and are scheduled to conduct a visual
assessment of the property. Which do you take note of?
Ans: 1. There are big cracks in the walls.
2. Ceiling is leaking in the bathroom and the kitchen.
3. The window wells are in disrepair- and contain paint chips.
4. Right across the street there's a battery recycling shop.
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What's the difference between a risk assessment and an EBL child
investigation
Ans: A risk assessment determines the Lead Hazards and An
EBL investigation focus on where the child has been and the
cause or causes of exposure.
The objective of a Risk Assessment is:
Ans: To determine and report the existence, nature, severity,
and location of lead paint hazards and potential remedies
What is the definition of a Lead Inspection:
Ans: A surface by surface investigation for determining the
presence and location of lead based paint and report the results
A Risk Assessor must consider the following factors in addition to the
concentration of lead in paint:
Ans: - Condition of paint
- various pathways (dust and soil)
- Future plans (maintenance and rehabilitation)
A Risk assessment is best described as _________ the approach of lead
paint Inspection and Abatement.
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Ans: A supplement to
A Lead Hazard screen is a type of Risk assessment that applies to
housing that is:
Ans: In good condition
The Risk Assessment process developed by HUD include:
Ans: - Determining the most appropriate evaluation process
and obtaining background information
- Conducting the evaluation and determining the actual hazards
-Providing guidance toward reducing and eliminating lead
hazards and producing a written report
Before conducting a Risk Assessment, the Risk Assessor should:
Ans: - Collect background information on the number of similar
units in the development, the construction date, and the
number of children in each unit
- Collection information on the management and maintenance
of the units within the development
The Visual Assessment identifies:
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Ans: Deteriorated paint, friction and impact surfaces, areas
that have been mouthed by a child, bare soil and accumulated
dust.
The condition of fair for interior components with small surface areas
would have ______ of deterioration:
Ans: <10%
Chipped paint is defined as:
Ans: Paint that is loosened or broken because of impact
Children are most commonly poisoned by:
Ans: Chewing on lead contaminated components
The condition rating of fair for exterior components with large surface
areas would have______of deterioration.
Ans: <10 square feet
Dust Wipe sampling is recommended sampling method for most
routine risk assessment because:
All rights reserved © 2025/ 2026 |
EPA Model Lead Based Paint Risk
Assessor Questions and Correct Answers/
Latest Update / Already Graded
When did they reduce to Lead Levels in consumer products
Ans: 1978
What is a soffit?
Ans: The underside of a horizontal surface which projects
beyond a wall line, such as an overhanging roof.
T/F: The risk assessor should be involved in the process of selecting a
contractor.
Ans: False
Scenario: You arrive on premises and are scheduled to conduct a visual
assessment of the property. Which do you take note of?
Ans: 1. There are big cracks in the walls.
2. Ceiling is leaking in the bathroom and the kitchen.
3. The window wells are in disrepair- and contain paint chips.
4. Right across the street there's a battery recycling shop.
All rights reserved © 2025/ 2026 |
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What's the difference between a risk assessment and an EBL child
investigation
Ans: A risk assessment determines the Lead Hazards and An
EBL investigation focus on where the child has been and the
cause or causes of exposure.
The objective of a Risk Assessment is:
Ans: To determine and report the existence, nature, severity,
and location of lead paint hazards and potential remedies
What is the definition of a Lead Inspection:
Ans: A surface by surface investigation for determining the
presence and location of lead based paint and report the results
A Risk Assessor must consider the following factors in addition to the
concentration of lead in paint:
Ans: - Condition of paint
- various pathways (dust and soil)
- Future plans (maintenance and rehabilitation)
A Risk assessment is best described as _________ the approach of lead
paint Inspection and Abatement.
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Ans: A supplement to
A Lead Hazard screen is a type of Risk assessment that applies to
housing that is:
Ans: In good condition
The Risk Assessment process developed by HUD include:
Ans: - Determining the most appropriate evaluation process
and obtaining background information
- Conducting the evaluation and determining the actual hazards
-Providing guidance toward reducing and eliminating lead
hazards and producing a written report
Before conducting a Risk Assessment, the Risk Assessor should:
Ans: - Collect background information on the number of similar
units in the development, the construction date, and the
number of children in each unit
- Collection information on the management and maintenance
of the units within the development
The Visual Assessment identifies:
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Ans: Deteriorated paint, friction and impact surfaces, areas
that have been mouthed by a child, bare soil and accumulated
dust.
The condition of fair for interior components with small surface areas
would have ______ of deterioration:
Ans: <10%
Chipped paint is defined as:
Ans: Paint that is loosened or broken because of impact
Children are most commonly poisoned by:
Ans: Chewing on lead contaminated components
The condition rating of fair for exterior components with large surface
areas would have______of deterioration.
Ans: <10 square feet
Dust Wipe sampling is recommended sampling method for most
routine risk assessment because:
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