N.J. Admin. Code § 5:28A-2.3

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 23, December 2, 2024

Section 5:28A-2.3 - Periodic lead-based paint inspection: procedure

(a) For municipalities in which less than three percent of children tested, six years of age or younger, have a blood lead level greater than or equal to five ##g/dL, or if different, the level set forth at N.J.S.A. 52:27D-437.16, according to the central lead screening database maintained by the New Jersey Department of Health, or other data deemed appropriate by the Department, the periodic lead-based paint inspection may be performed through a visual assessment.

1. For a visual assessment, the permanent local agency or lead evaluation contractor shall examine dwellings, in accordance with HUD guidelines and regulations at 42 U.S.C. § 4851b for deteriorated paint or visible surface dust, debris, or residue on all painted building components, especially any walls, window, trim, and surfaces that experience friction or impact.

(b) For municipalities in which at least three percent of children tested, six years of age or younger, have a blood lead level greater than or equal to five ##g/dL, or if different, the level set forth at N.J.S.A. 52:27D-437.16, according to the central lead screening database maintained by the New Jersey Department of Health, or other data deemed appropriate by the Department, the inspection shall be performed through dust wipe sampling.

1. For dust wipe sampling, the permanent local agency or lead evaluation contractor shall collect samples by wiping representative surfaces, including floors, interior windowsills, and other similar surfaces, and tested, in accordance with methods approved by HUD.

2. A visual assessment, in accordance with (a) above may be undertaken during the course of the dust wipe sampling.

N.J. Admin. Code § 5:28A-2.3

Adopted by 55 N.J.R. 829(a), effective 5/1/2023