The Cherokee Nation Lead-Based Paint Management Act designates the Cherokee Nation Environmental Programs (CNEP) as the official agency for implementing the Lead-Based Paint (LBP) Management Program. While offering a certification process for individuals and firms, this program also inspects work sites, enforces requirements where necessary, performs customer assistance and outreach, and offers public education regarding the health risks of lead-based paint. Certification is available for Inspector, Risk Assessor, Supervisor, Project Designer, Abatement Worker, and Firms. All initial applicants for Inspector, Risk Assessor, Supervisor and Worker in the Cherokee Nation must successfully complete the ODEQ certification. Renewal must be completed on an annual basis.
The Cherokee Nation Lead Rules incorporate by reference the work practice standards from 40 CFR § 745.227. These work practice standards must be followed when performing all LBP activities. Work practice standards are outlined for inspection, lead hazard screen, risk assessment, abatement, collection and laboratory analysis of samples, composite dust sampling, and recordkeeping.
Firms or individuals certified by EPA or another state will need to obtain certification from CNEP to perform lead-based paint activities in Cherokee Nation. Accreditation is required of all educational institutions that provide lead-based paint training for certification purposes. While CNEP does not charge fees for certification and accreditation, application deadlines and form completeness are strictly enforced. Application forms and required quarterly reporting documents are included in the Downloads Section below.
Certification Reminders
The required items needed for each LBP application and the timeline for which each should be submitted to CNEP.
Initial Certification
(Inspector, Risk Assessor, Supervisor, Project Designer, and Abatement Worker).
Requirements:
Certification: Date complete application and supporting documents are received/ processed through March 31 or beginning the following year starting April 1 through March 31 (note – initial course completion certificate expires 6 months after class was taken).
Renewal Certification
Certification:
Reinstatement Certification
Requirements: Within 1 year of expired certification:
Certification: date completed application and supporting documents are received/ processed through March 31; if received outside of 1 year expiration, see initial certification information.
Lead-Based Paint Program Contacts
Shaun West, Program Manager(918) 453-5363shaun-west@cherokee.org
Erica Taylor, Education/ Outreach(918)453-5000 ext. 7607erica-taylor@cherokee.org
Tara Stout, LBP Certification/ Accreditation(918)453-5005tara-campbell@cherokee.org
Cherokee Nation Environmental Programs Lead Certification/Accreditation Program 206 East Allen Rd. Tahlequah, Ok. 64464
