Kan. Admin. Regs. 28-72 § K.A.R. 28-72-1t
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In addition to the definitions in K.S.A. 65-1,201 and amendments thereto, each of the following terms shall have the meaning assigned in this regulation: (a) "Target housing" means housing constructed before 1978, with the exception of housing for the elderly. If one or more children through the age of 72 months reside or are expected to reside in the housing built exclusively for the elderly, the housing shall be assumed to have been constructed before 1978 unless empirical data proves otherwise. This term shall include schools and any structure used for the care of children under six years of age. (b) "Third-party examination" means a discipline-specific examination administered by the department to test the knowledge of a person who has completed the required training course and is applying for certification in a particular discipline. (c) "Training course" means the approved course of instruction established by this article to prepare an individual for certification in a single discipline. (d) "Training curriculum" means a set of course topics for instruction by a training provider for a particular occupation designed to provide specialized knowledge and skills. (e) "Training hour" means at least 50 minutes of actual time used for learning, including time devoted to lectures, learning activities, small group activities, demonstrations, evaluations, and hands-on experience. (f) "Training manager" means the individual who is a direct and monetarily compensated employee of a training provider, is subject to the employment standards of the fair labor standards act, and is responsible for administering a training program and monitoring the performance of principal instructors and guest instructors. (g) "Training provider" means a person or entity who has met the requirements of K.A.R. 28-72-4 and provides training courses for the purpose of state certification or certification renewal in the occupations of lead-safe work practices, lead abatement worker, lead abatement supervisor, lead-based paint inspector, risk assessor, and project designer.
K.A.R. 28-72-1t establishes the working definitions that apply throughout Kansas's lead-based paint regulatory framework under K.A.R. 28-72. The provision clarifies the scope of terms such as "target housing" (generally pre-1978 structures, including schools and child-care facilities), "training provider," "training manager," and related concepts used in lead certification requirements. These definitions set the boundaries for who and what falls under the regulation's coverage, ensuring consistent interpretation across the entire article.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers should be aware that under K.A.R. 28-72-1t, housing built before 1978 is generally classified as "target housing" subject to Kansas lead-based paint regulations, with limited exceptions for elderly housing that do not apply when young children reside or are expected to reside there. Operators of pre-1978 rental properties typically ensure that any contractors they hire for lead-related work hold valid Kansas certifications issued through training providers that meet the standards defined in this section. Familiarity with these definitions helps property managers correctly identify when lead-safe work practice requirements are triggered under the broader K.A.R. 28-72 framework.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
K.A.R. 28-72-1t is relevant to tenants because it defines "target housing" to include most pre-1978 residential buildings, which means such properties are subject to Kansas's lead-based paint rules under K.A.R. 28-72. Tenants living in older housing, particularly those with children under six years of age, may have protections tied to these definitions, including requirements that work involving potential lead disturbance be performed by properly certified individuals. Tenants who believe lead-related rules are not being followed in their housing may consider contacting the Kansas Department of Health and Environment or a local tenant-rights organization to understand available options.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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