The ABCs of the RRP: Overview of EPA’s New Lead Rule and Best Cleaning Practices

Nilfisk Industrial Vacuums

The ABCs of the RRP
Overview of EPA’s New Lead Rule and
Best Cleaning Practices
2011

Presented by Corry Luckenbach, Product Manager, Nilfisk-CFM

www.NilfiskIndustrialVacuums.com

Presentation Topics

General Info about the RRP Rule
- Purpose & Target Areas of RRP Standard
- Deadline Extension
Lead-Based Paint (LBP)
- What is LBP?
- Dangers of Exposure to LBP
Overview of EPA-certified, RRP Training Program
- Quick Facts
- Highlights from the RRP Training Course

“HEPA Vacs 101”
- Definitions and FAQs
- How to Choose a HEPA Vacuum
- Recommended Nilfisk RRP Vacs


The ABC’s of the RRP

General Info about the
Lead RRP Rule


• First published on April 22, 2008 under authority of
Toxic Substance Control Act section 402(c)(3)

• RRP final ruling is being enforced by the Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA)

• Purpose is to focus attention on activities that disturb
LBP in target housing and child-occupied facilities.

Target Housing - Home or residential unit built on or
before Dec 31, 1977 (some exceptions)

Child-Occupied Facilities - A pre-1978 building that
meets all 3 of the following criteria:
- Visited regularly by same child under 6 years old
- Visits last min. of 3 hrs. each, twice per week
- Weekly visit total 6 hrs. min., annual total 60 hrs. min.



RRP Ruling Requirements:

• Renovators and dust sampling technicians must be
trained and certified
• Renovation Firms must be certified
• Training providers must be accredited
• Lead-safe work practices used during renovations
• Non-certified workers must work under and be trained
on-the-job by a Certified Renovator
• Renovators must educate owners/occupants


General Info about the RRP initiative

Some Exceptions to the RRP Rule:

• Painting only (not disturbing paint surface)
• Disturbing less than 6 ft2 (inside) of paint surface or
less than 30 ft2 (outside) within a 30 day period
• You as the home owner complete all work yourself
• Your home was built after December 31, 1977
• RRP work is being donated (charity work)
• Emergency renovations (cleaning is still required
at the end of project)


General Info about the RRP initiative
RRP Deadline Extension:
• Initial enforcement date was April 22, 2010
• EPA extended deadline to October 1, 2010

taken directly from EPA memo dated June 18, 2010……..

The ABCs of the RRP

Lead-Based Paint


What is LBP?
• Any paint or surface coatings that contain lead equal to
or in excess of 1.0 mg/cm2 or more than 0.5% by weight 1
• Paint having lead concentrations higher than 5000ppm 2

Why was lead used in paint?
• pigment (yellow, white)
• reduced drying time
• improved flexibility and durability
• enhanced appearance and shine
• improved moisture resistance
1 Lead Safety for Renovation, Repair and Painting Student Manual, EPA-740-R-09-002
2 Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act 1992


Dangers of exposure to LBP

• Especially damaging to children under the age of 6
as their bodies are still developing
• Lead causes nervous system damage, stunted growth
and delayed development
• It can cause kidney damage and can affect every organ
system of the body
• Lead is also dangerous to adults and can cause
reproductive problems for both men and women
• Lead can be tempting for children to ingest because of
its sweet taste


How are painted surfaces tested?

• Swab tests
• X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) Analyzer
• Paint chip sampling, followed by analysis by an
accredited laboratory


The ABC’s of the RRP

Overview of EPA-certified
RRP training program


Overview of EPA-certified, RRP training program
Quick Facts:
• Approx. cost $195.00
• 1 day, 8 hour session
• Combination of classroom
and “hands-on” exercises
• Short test at the end
• Training manual (at right)
is yours to keep
• Find local training
locations near you at
www.epaleadtraining.com

The RRP course will teach you:
• Why lead based paint is a problem during renovations
• What the EPA / HUD regulations require of Certified
Firms and Certified Renovators
• How to determine if lead-based paint affects work
• How to begin work
• How to set up the work area to contain dust
• How to work in a lead-safe manner
• How to clean the work area and verify cleanliness
• How to dispose of waste safely
• How to document your work


“Hands-on” highlights:
• Learn how to test paint surface using Lead Check swab
(new EPA-approved D-Lead test swab for plaster,
drywall, metal and wood, see www.esca-tech.com)
• Learn how to setup work area (limit access, signage)
• Practice masking techniques on doors, furniture,
windows, vents and floors
• Practice cleanup and proper waste disposal technique
• Perform a final wipe down to verify cleanliness
• Establish containment area for exterior work

Certificate: “EPA-certified Lead Renovator”

Certification
valid for 5 years


What the RRP training course is NOT:

• The course is not an abatement course
• It does not satisfy OSHA training requirements
• May not satisfy state, local or tribal training
requirements


The ABCs of the RRP

HEPA Vacuums 101


HEPA Vacs 101

“HEPA” = High Efficiency Particulate Air
• Minimum efficiency for a HEPA filter as defined in
MIL-STD-282 is 99.97% capture of particles down to
and including 0.3 microns
• 1 micron = “one millionth of an inch” (0.000001 inches)
• A human hair is generally between 80-100 microns
• “Certified” HEPA filters are tested (usually by the
manufacturer) to prove they meet the minimum efficiency


HEPA Vacs 101
A laser photometer
(particle scanner) is
used to measure the
amount of penetration

HEPA

A “challenge aerosol” made up of
0.3 micron sized particles is drawn into the filter


HEPA Vacs 101


HEPA Vacs 101
FAQs

Q: If I purchase a HEPA vacuum, is the entire
vacuum certified or just the filter?

A: In most cases, only the filter is certified. As of
today there are no standards in the US that require
the entire vacuum cleaner to the certified. For
special applications, some manufacturers will
perform testing on the entire vacuum.


HEPA Vacs 101
FAQs
Q: Why isn’t the entire vacuum tested for HEPA efficiency?
A: The only way to verify HEPA efficiency is to test and
retest. A vacuum that passes successfully one day
may not pass the next (i.e. vacuum or filter could be
damaged during use). Testing requires special
equipment and can be very costly to perform. Without
an “enforceable” standard in place, manufacturers
have been slow to adopt machine testing.

Q: Does the EPA certify vacuums for RRP use?
A: No, the EPA does not provide certifications for vacuums.


HEPA Vacs 101
FAQs
Q: Can I add an optional HEPA filter to my existing
vacuum and use it for RRP work?
A: Low-cost, general-purpose, vacuums that have optional
HEPA filters are not being recommended for RRP work.
Only vacuums equipped with a HEPA filter as standard
that are designed to collect toxic materials are being
recommended.
Q: What other tools will I need with my HEPA vacuum
to perform RRP work?
A: Any carpets/rugs in the area of RRP work will have to
be cleaned using a floor tool with a “beater bar.”

HEPA Vacs 101
Beater Bar Options
Power Nozzle Kit
• Motor-driven beater bar
• Higher performance & price

Turbo Nozzle
• Air-driven beater bar
(air from vac drives bar)
• Lower performance & price


HEPA vacs 101
How to choose a HEPA vacuum
Start with the HEPA filter. Ask the manufacturer if
filter testing documentation is provided with the
vacuum/filter or if it is available upon request?


HEPA vacs 101

What kinds of materials will you be collecting?
Different filters may be needed to collect the following:
• Fine, dry powders/dust
• Heavy soil
• Liquids
• Dry, chunky debris
• Wet and dry materials at the same time
• Toxic materials (lead, asbestos, mold, etc.)


HEPA vacs 101
What environment(s) are you working in?
• Residential home (want low noise level, 100% dust capture)
• Outdoor jobsite (portability, long cord, big wheels, rugged)
• Commercial building/factory (large areas, improved surfaces)
• Hospital/Laboratory (low noise level, EMI suppression,
conductive tools, HEPA filter mounted after motor)

What is the air quality in the work area (dusty, humid)?
• Choose a vacuum based on how it’s motor is cooled
o “Through-flow” cooled motors are better for dry, dusty areas
o “Bypass” cooled motors are better for wet collection


HEPA vacs 101

Where is the HEPA filter mounted on the vac?
Before the motor (Upstream)
• Filter out hazardous materials before they enter the motor
• Safer when repairing and maintaining the vac
• Easier to maintain seal of HEPA while under vacuum
• Most popular method used in “abatement” vacuums

After the motor (Downstream)
• Most commonly used in cleanroom/pharmaceutical areas
• Captures all carbon brush and motor residue
• Tends to be more expensive

HEPA vacs 101

What quantity of material will you be collecting?
• Choose the right size/capacity of vacuum for the job

• Bigger is not always better (keep in mind portability,
available storage space, noise level of vacuum, etc.)


HEPA vacs 101
Recommended RRP Vac: Model GD930

Lid

Upstream
HEPA

Dust Bag

..

Power Nozzle Outlet

HEPA vacs 101
Recommended RRP Vac: Model GD10 Back

Upstream Dust bag fits
HEPA inside of
sack filter


HEPA vacs 101
Recommended RRP Vac: Eliminator models I/II

Eliminator I
Upstream
HEPA

Wet/Dry
Sack Filter

Float
Chamber
(for conversion
Eliminator II
to wet collection)

Synthetic Dust
Bags available


HEPA vacs 101
Other popular Nilfisk RRP HEPA Vacs

UZ964 UZ934 GWD120 Wet/Dry GWD255 Wet/Dry
“Hip Vac” Dry Only GWD220 Wet/Dry Drum Top Vac
Dry Only


The ABCs of the RRP

Questions?
Email: questions@nilfisk.com
Phone: 800-645-3475


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