Minn. R. 4761 § 4761.2460
INDEPENDENT TESTING ORGANIZATIONS; PERMITS.
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Subpart 1. Applicability. This part applies to a person who seeks a permit to administer examinations that are independent of a training course as required under parts 4761.2260, subpart 3, item B; 4761.2280, subpart 2, item B; and 4761.2300, subpart 3, item B, and that are intended to qualify individuals to be licensed as lead supervisors, lead inspectors, or lead risk assessors. Subp. 2. Application. A permit application must be submitted on a form provided by the commissioner. The application must: A. be submitted at least 60 days before a scheduled examination; B. include all of the questions that may be used on the examination with the correct answer indicated for each question and with possible answers for multiple-choice questions. The questions must address the topics listed in part 4761.2440, subpart 3, 4, or 5, as applicable. The application must indicate the proportion of questions that will address each topic; C. include documentation that the examination meets the validity standards for educational and psychological testing specified in American Psychological Association (APA), Standards for Educational and Psychological Testing (1999). This document is not required for an examination that was developed by or for the EPA. The APA standards are incorporated by reference, are not subject to frequent change, and are available through the Minitex interlibrary loan system through a local library; D. include an assurance that each examination will consist of at least 75 questions and that a passing score will be at least 70 percent correct answers. An application must include documentation that the examination evaluates an individual's understanding of the topics in part 4761.2440, subpart 3, 4, or 5, as appropriate to each examination; and E. describe how the security of the examination questions and answers will be maintained. Subp. 3. Expiration; transfer. A permit issued under this part is valid for two years and is not transferable. Subp. 4. Renewal application. A renewal application form, provided by the commissioner, must be completed and submitted to the commissioner. Subp. 5. Approval; rejection. The commissioner shall review and approve an application or notify the applicant of any deficiencies. The commissioner shall reject a deficient application after 60 days unless the applicant corrects the application.
Minnesota Rule 4761 § 4761.2460 establishes the requirements for organizations that want to obtain a permit to administer lead-related licensing examinations independently of a training course. These exams are designed to qualify individuals for licensure as lead supervisors, lead inspectors, or lead risk assessors. The rule sets out what must be included in a permit application, how long a permit lasts (two years), and the process by which the commissioner reviews, approves, or rejects applications.
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Property owners and managers who hire lead professionals should be aware that under Minn. R. 4761 § 4761.2460, the organizations administering qualifying exams for lead supervisors, inspectors, and risk assessors must hold a valid state-issued permit. Compliant operators generally verify that any lead professional they engage holds a license obtained through a properly permitted examination process. Ensuring that hired lead professionals have credentials backed by a permitted testing organization helps demonstrate due diligence in lead-safe property management.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Minn. R. 4761 § 4761.2460 governs the organizations authorized to administer the independent exams that lead supervisors, inspectors, and risk assessors must pass to become licensed in Minnesota. Tenants have an interest in this rule because it helps ensure that the lead professionals working in their homes have been tested by a legitimately permitted and state-reviewed organization. If a tenant has concerns about the qualifications of a lead professional working in their unit, they may consider contacting the Minnesota Department of Health 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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