Become a Licensed Lead Inspector in Rhode Island and Protect families. Uphold standards. Advance your career.
Join our RIDOH-approved training program and learn how to conduct Comprehensive Environmental Lead Inspections.
As a licensed inspector, your work directly protects children, families, and communities by ensuring properties are safe, compliant, and lead-free.
About the Training
Our 40 Hour Lead Inspector Training Class prepares you to meet all RIDOH and HUD certification requirements.
Through expert instruction and hands-on learning, you’ll gain the technical knowledge, field experience, and documentation skills required to become a certified Lead Inspector in Rhode Island.
You’ll Learn How To:
- Conduct full visual and XRF-based inspections of interior and exterior surfaces
- Collect and document dust, soil, and water samples per HUD protocols
- Accurately sketch floor plans and identify sampling locations
- Maintain proper chain of custody and submit compliant RIDOH reports
- Interpret laboratory results and classify surfaces as Lead-Safe, Conditional, or Hazardous
- Communicate findings clearly and professionally to clients and the Department of Health
- Follow radiation safety and ALARA principles when using XRF analyzers
Who Should Attend
This class is ideal for:
- Environmental professionals seeking RIDOH Lead Inspector licensure
- Housing and health inspectors
Certification & Compliance
Upon completion of this training, students will:
- Qualify to take the Rhode Island Lead Inspector licensing exam
- Receive documentation recognized by RIDOH, HUD, and the EPA
- Be eligible to perform CELIs and issue official Lead-Safe Certificates once licensed
- This is the pre-requisite course prior to an apprenticeship with an approved Training Supervisor. See Apprenticeships
All instruction aligns with 216-RICR-50-15-5 and HUD’s Guidelines for the Evaluation and Control of Lead-Based Paint Hazards in Housing.
Course Structure
| Format | In-Person & Field Practicum |
| Duration | 24-40 hours (varies by session) |
| Includes | Classroom lectures, hands-on field training, case study review, and report-writing workshops |
| Location | Providence, RI |
| Schedule | Weekdays- to be announced |
| Certification | RIDOH-approved completion certificate provided |
Tools & Materials Provided
- Training manual and RIDOH forms
- Sample inspection templates and chain-of-custody examples
- XRF safety and calibration demonstration
- Practice dust wipe, soil, and water collection exercises
- Case study of a real lead paint inspection