DHS 163.20(7)(c)2.2. ‘Student-to-instructor ratio.’ A student-to-instructor ratio of not greater than 8:1 shall be maintained during initial course hands-on instructional activities and hands-on skills assessment but may need to be less when necessary to ensure adequate instruction and observation of student performance. A student-to-instructor ratio of not greater than 12:1 shall be maintained during refresher course hands-on instructional activities and hands-on skills assessment but may need to be less when necessary to ensure adequate instruction and observation of student performance.
DHS 163.20(7)(c)3.3. ‘Guest instructors.’ Guest instructors may assist the principal instructor with hands-on instructional activities and skills assessment.
DHS 163.20(8)(8)Training course curricula.
DHS 163.20(8)(a)(a) Required learning objectives for courses leading to certification in lead-safe renovation and lead hazard reduction disciplines. An accredited training course that meets a training requirement under s. DHS 163.11 for certification as a lead-safe renovator, lead abatement worker, lead abatement supervisor or lead project designer shall include all work practice standards under s. DHS 163.14 for the discipline. A training course shall be based on department-approved curricula and shall meet or exceed the applicable minimum curriculum requirements, including both the minimum number of course training hours and the minimum number of hands-on training hours, as follows:
DHS 163.20(8)(a)1.1. ‘Lead-safe renovation course.’ A lead-safe renovation course shall provide a minimum of 8 training hours. The course shall include lectures, demonstrations, a minimum of 2 hours of hands-on practice, hands-on skills assessment, a course review and a written course test. The course shall provide instruction and materials that address all of the following student learning goals and objectives:
DHS 163.20(8)(a)1.a.a. Define lead-based paint.
DHS 163.20(8)(a)1.b.b. Describe the symptoms of lead poisoning and health risks to children and adults exposed to lead.
DHS 163.20(8)(a)1.c.c. Explain why lead, dust and debris are a special concern in housing and child-occupied facilities.
DHS 163.20(8)(a)1.d.d. Identify the clearance standards for floors, interior window sills and window troughs.
DHS 163.20(8)(a)1.e.e. Discuss the EPA, HUD and OSHA lead regulations and their relation to renovation activities.
DHS 163.20(8)(a)1.f.f. Define target housing and child-occupied facility.
DHS 163.20(8)(a)1.g.g. Discuss requirements for training and certification under this chapter.
DHS 163.20(8)(a)1.h.h. Describe the exclusions to the renovation requirements under this chapter.
DHS 163.20(8)(a)1.i.i. Discuss company responsibilities under this chapter.
DHS 163.20(8)(a)1.j.j. Discuss the certified renovator roles and responsibilities under this chapter.
DHS 163.20(8)(a)1.k.k. Identify the major work practice standards for renovation activities under this chapter.
DHS 163.20(8)(a)1.L.L. Identify the possible enforcement actions that may be taken for violations of this chapter.
DHS 163.20(8)(a)1.m.m. Discuss the HUD lead safe housing rule requirements for training, lead-safe work practices and clearance in federally owned or assisted housing.
DHS 163.20(8)(a)1.n.n. Compare the requirements of this chapter with the EPA renovation, repair and painting rule under 40 CFR 745 Subparts E and L and the HUD lead safe housing rule under 24 CFR Part 35, Subparts B to M and R.
DHS 163.20(8)(a)1.o.o. Explain pre-renovation education requirements under this chapter.
DHS 163.20(8)(a)1.p.p. Discuss how housing age is related to the presence of lead-based paint.
DHS 163.20(8)(a)1.q.q. Describe and compare methods for determining if lead-based paint is present.
DHS 163.20(8)(a)1.r.r. Explain how to determine if a test kit is recognized for use.
DHS 163.20(8)(a)1.s.s. Correctly use a recognized test kit to determine if lead-based paint is present on components and surfaces affected by renovation work.
DHS 163.20(8)(a)1.t.t. Correctly use an EPA flow chart to determine what regulatory requirements apply to a specific renovation project.
DHS 163.20(8)(a)1.u.u. Describe the three major steps to lead safe renovation: proper setup, lead safe work practices and proper cleanup.
DHS 163.20(8)(a)1.v.v. Describe the purpose and benefits of establishing work area containment during renovation activities.
DHS 163.20(8)(a)1.w.w. Demonstrate interior work area setup and containment, including posting signs and limiting access, removing or covering furnishings and belongings, covering floors, closing doors and windows, and sealing vents.
DHS 163.20(8)(a)1.x.x. Construct a work area entry doorway and dust barrier using plastic sheeting.