Accreditation

Leaaf Environmental, LLC (Leaaf) offers comprehensive Asbestos, Lead, and EPA-accredited training programs in accordance with EPA Model Accreditation Plans (MAP) and Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ) regulations.

All courses are designed to meet federal and state requirements and are taught by experienced instructors with practical field expertise.

Important Information:

  • All courses are conducted in English only
  • Courses are scheduled based on trainer availability
  • Asbestos and Lead-Based Paint (RRP) courses require advance notification to the applicable regulatory agencies, typically ranging from two (2) to seven (7) working days prior to the scheduled class date
  • Courses require a minimum number of students; if minimum enrollment is not met, the course may still be held at an adjusted cost to cover instruction
  • Completion of a Leaaf training course is only the first step toward certification
  • Participants must submit an application and fee to LDEQ and/or EPA to obtain certification
  • Louisiana Lead Initial Supervisor, Inspector, and Risk Assessor applicants must also pass a State-administered exam
  • Standard LDEQ processing time is 30+ days after application submission
  • Expedited processing is available through the State for an additional fee
  • A Leaaf-administered examination is required for successful course completion

LDEQ Asbestos Trainings

  • Length: 32 hours
  • Education Requirement: None
  • Prerequisite: None
  • Exam: Leaaf-administered exam required

  • Length: 8 hours
  • Education Requirement: None
  • Prerequisite: Completion of the initial course and maintenance of a valid certification through an unbroken chain of refresher training completed within the timeframe required by the applicable regulatory authority.
  • Exam: Leaaf-administered exam required

  • Length: 40 hours (Asbestos Worker plus 8 additional hours)
  • Education Requirement: None
  • Prerequisite: None for initial
  • Exam: Leaaf-administered exam required

  • Length: 8 hours
  • Education Requirement: None
  • Prerequisite: Completion of the initial course and maintenance of a valid certification through an unbroken chain of refresher training completed within the timeframe required by the applicable regulatory authority.
  • Exam: Leaaf-administered exam required

  • Length: 24 hours
  • Education Requirement: High school diploma or equivalent recommended
  • Prerequisite: None for Initial
  • Exam: Leaaf-administered exam required

  • Length: 4 hours
  • Education Requirement: High school diploma or equivalent recommended
  • Prerequisite: Completion of the initial course and maintenance of a valid certification through an unbroken chain of refresher training completed within the timeframe required by the applicable regulatory authority.
  • Exam: Leaaf-administered exam required

  • Length: 16 hours
  • Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree (required)
  • Prerequisite: Must be a certified Asbestos Inspector
  • Exam: Leaaf-administered exam required

  • Length: 4 hours
  • Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree (required)
  • Prerequisite: Completion of the initial course and maintenance of a valid certification through an unbroken chain of refresher training completed within the timeframe required by the applicable regulatory authority.
  • Exam: Leaaf-administered exam required

LDEQ Lead Trainings

  • Length: 16 hours
  • Education Requirement: None
  • Prerequisite: None
  • Exam: Leaaf-administered exam required

  • Length: 8 hours
  • Education Requirement: None
  • Prerequisite: Completion of the initial course and maintenance of a valid certification through an unbroken chain of refresher training completed within the timeframe required by the applicable regulatory authority
  • Exam: Leaaf-administered exam required

  • Length: 32 hours
  • Education Requirement: None
  • Prerequisite: None
  • Additional Requirement: Louisiana requires passing a State-administered exam
  • Exam: Leaaf & LDEQ administered exams required

  • Length: 8 hours
  • Education Requirement: None
  • Prerequisite: Completion of the initial course and maintenance of a valid certification through an unbroken chain of refresher training completed within the timeframe required by the applicable regulatory authority
  • Additional Requirement: Louisiana requires passing a State-administered exam
  • Exam: Leaaf-administered exam required

  • Length: 24 hours
  • Education Requirement: High school diploma or equivalent recommended
  • Prerequisite: None
  • Additional Requirement: Louisiana requires passing a State-administered exam
  • Exam: Leaaf & LDEQ administered exam required
  • Pre-Requisites: Lead Inspector Initial (24 Hours)

  • Length: 8 hours
  • Education Requirement: High school diploma or equivalent recommended
  • Prerequisite: Completion of the initial course and maintenance of a valid certification through an unbroken chain of refresher training completed within the timeframe required by the applicable regulatory authority
  • Additional Requirement: Louisiana requires passing a State-administered exam
  • Exam: Leaaf-administered exam required

  • Length: 16 hours
  • Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree and/or relevant experience (per EPA/LDEQ)
  • Prerequisite: None
  • Additional Requirement: Louisiana requires passing a State-administered exam
  • Exam: Leaaf-administered test & LDEQ exam required

  • Length: 8 hours
  • Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree and/or relevant experience (per EPA/LDEQ)
  • Prerequisite: Completion of the initial course and maintenance of a valid certification through an unbroken chain of refresher training completed within the timeframe required by the applicable regulatory authority
  • Additional Requirement: Louisiana requires passing a State-administered exam
  • Exam: Leaaf-administered exam required

EPA Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Trainings

  • Initial Length: 8 hours
  • Education Requirement: None
  • Prerequisite: None for initial
  • Exam: Leaaf-administered exam required

  • Refresher Length: 4 hours (or 8 hours depending on delivery format)
  • Education Requirement: None
  • Prerequisite: Completion of the initial course and maintenance of a valid certification through an unbroken chain of refresher training completed within the timeframe required by the applicable regulatory authority
  • Exam: Leaaf-administered exam required

Louisiana Regulations Courses

  • Length: 2 hours
  • Education Requirement: None
  • Prerequisite: None
  • Exam: May include knowledge check
  • No Refresher Offered

  • Length: 2 hours
  • Education Requirement: None
  • Prerequisite: None
  • Exam: May include knowledge check
  • No Refresher Offered

Additional Safety & OSHA Training

Leaaf also offers a range of OSHA and safety training courses, including:

  • Asbestos Awareness
  • Lead Awareness
  • Chemical Hazard Awareness
  • HAZCOM (Hazard Communication)
  • Confined Space Entry
  • Forklift Operation
  • Aerial Lift Training

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