Cal. Civ. Code § 460.430
Monitoring of Lead Inspectors, Risk Assessors, Deleaders and Authorized Persons
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(A) The Director shall establish a program to monitor and audit the quality of work of lead inspectors,
risk assessors, deleaders and authorized persons. Discovery of improper work by deleaders or
authorized persons shall be referred to the Department of Labor Standards for appropriate action.
(B) A representative of the Director, the Department of Labor Standards or a board of health or local
code enforcement agency may issue an immediate cease-work order to any authorized person who
violates the terms or conditions of his or her license or certification, of M.G.L. c. 111, §§ 197 or 197B,
or 105 CMR 460.000 or 454 CMR 22.00: Deleading and Lead-safe Renovation Regulations, if
such violation will endanger or materially impair the health or well-being of any occupant of a residential
premises, any lead inspector, risk assessor, or authorized person, or any person employed in
performing renovations in a manner that disturbs lead-based paint, other coating, plaster or putty.
(C) Any lead inspector, risk assessor, deleader or authorized person who violates the terms or
conditions of his or her license or certification, or any law or regulation of the Commonwealth
concerning such license or certification shall be subject to a fine of not less than $500 nor more than
$1,500 for each offense. The Director, the Department of Labor Standards or a local code
enforcement agency may file a written complaint with the district court in the jurisdiction in which the
violation occurred. Punishment by fine may be in addition to the suspension or revocation of such
license or certification.
(D) The names of persons conducting lead inspections, risk assessments or abatement and
containment work who are not licensed or certified pursuant to 105 CMR 460.400 or 454 CMR
22.00: Deleading and Lead-safe Renovation Regulations, with the exception of an authorized
owner or owner’s agent performing low- or moderate-risk abatement and/or containment activities
pursuant to 105 CMR 460.175, shall be referred to the appropriate enforcement agencies.Section 105 Mass. Code Regs. 460.000 § 460.430 establishes a framework for overseeing the quality of work performed by lead inspectors, risk assessors, deleaders, and authorized persons in Massachusetts. Under this provision, authorized officials can issue an immediate cease-work order when a licensed or certified professional's violation poses a health or safety risk to occupants or workers. Violations of license or certification terms can result in fines ranging from $500 to $1,500 per offense, and may also lead to suspension or revocation of the relevant license or certification. Unlicensed individuals performing covered work are subject to referral to appropriate enforcement agencies.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers overseeing lead-related work should be aware that under 105 Mass. Code Regs. 460.000 § 460.430, all contractors performing lead inspections, risk assessments, or deleading must hold valid licenses or certifications as required by 105 CMR 460.400 or 454 CMR 22.00. Compliant operators typically verify credentials before work begins and retain documentation of licensure for all lead-related professionals on site. Engaging unlicensed workers can trigger referrals to enforcement agencies, and any violations that endanger occupants or workers may result in an immediate cease-work order issued by state or local authorities.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Tenants living in residential premises where lead-related work is being performed have an interest in knowing that 105 Mass. Code Regs. 460.000 § 460.430 requires all lead inspectors, risk assessors, and deleaders to be properly licensed or certified. If work appears to be conducted improperly or by unlicensed individuals, tenants may contact their local board of health or local code enforcement agency, which has authority under this provision to issue cease-work orders when occupant health or well-being is at risk. Tenant-rights organizations and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health can be resources for understanding how this provision applies to a given situation.
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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