Cal. Civ. Code § 5:17-11.1
Abatement jobs on superstructures
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(a) The following chapters of the "Industrial Lead Paint Removal Handbook, 2nd edition" are hereby incorporated by reference for the abatement of lead-based paint from superstructures: Chapter 1 Introduction, Chapter 3 Definition of Lead-Containing Paint and How to Test For It, Chapter 5 Lead Paint Removal Methods and Chapter 6 Containment Systems. 1. Copies of the "Industrial Lead Paint Removal Handbook, 2nd edition" by Kenneth A. Trimber may be obtained from: The Steel Structures Painting Council, 40 24th Street, Sixth Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. (b) For abatement jobs performed on superstructures in areas expected to be used by children, the provisions of N.J.A.C. 5:17-7 shall also apply.
N.J.A.C. § 5:17-11.1 establishes the technical standards that govern how lead-based paint must be removed from superstructures (large structural elements such as bridges and steel frameworks) in New Jersey. It does this by incorporating specific chapters of the 'Industrial Lead Paint Removal Handbook, 2nd edition' into the regulatory framework, covering topics such as testing for lead-containing paint, removal methods, and containment systems. When a superstructure abatement project is located in an area expected to be used by children, the additional protective requirements found in N.J.A.C. 5:17-7 also come into play.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners or managers overseeing superstructure abatement work under N.J.A.C. § 5:17-11.1 generally ensure that contractors follow the methods and containment standards described in the incorporated chapters of the 'Industrial Lead Paint Removal Handbook, 2nd edition.' Compliant operators also verify whether the work site is in an area expected to be used by children, because that determination triggers the additional requirements of N.J.A.C. 5:17-7. Maintaining documentation that the correct handbook edition and applicable chapters were followed is a common practice for demonstrating regulatory compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
N.J.A.C. § 5:17-11.1 sets baseline safety standards for lead paint removal on superstructures, and tenants or residents near such work sites have an interest in knowing whether those standards—and the child-protective provisions of N.J.A.C. 5:17-7—are being observed. If you believe a superstructure abatement project near your home is not following required containment or removal procedures, you may consider contacting the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs or a local tenant-rights organization to understand available complaint processes. Keeping records of any observed conditions and communications can be useful when raising concerns through official channels.
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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