HOMEOWNER/CONTRACTOR ADVISORY

LEAD SAFETY DURING RENOVATIONS

EPA’s Renovation, Repair, and Painting Final Rule 40 CFR 745:
Deadline April 22, 2010

Firms MUST be certified by the EPA and have one or more Certified Renovators
when disturbing lead-paint in pre-1978 homes or child-occupied facilities.
Renovation Workers must also be trained. Certified Renovators are responsible for either documenting the training of their workers or may opt to have their workers also trained as Certified Renovators.

EPA’s lead regulations may be found by referring to the web site:
www.epa.gov/lead/pubs/renovation.htm

For a brochure please refer to:
www.epa.gov/lead/pubs/contractor_brochure.pdf

Subdivisions and Staff
Tel: 781-979-4135
Fax: 781-662-3450

Director and Building Commissioner
Paul E. Johnson
(781) 979-4135
pjohnson@cityofmelrose.org

Assistant to the Inspections Director
Cathy Alphen
(781) 979-4135
calphen@cityofmelrose.org

Wire Inspector
David Metell
(781) 979-4134
dmetell@cityofmelrose.org 

Plumbing / Gas Inspector
James Diozzi
(781) 979-4136
jdiozzi@cityofmelrose.org

Sealer of Weight and Measures
David Metell
(781) 979-4134
dmetell@cityofmelrose.org 

Mission Statement

The purpose of the Inspection Services Department is to safeguard the quality of life in Melrose through the commitment to inform, manage and to carry out effectively, the evolving life safety codes, consumer protection laws, health regulations and land use laws.  Our promise is to communicate, educate and satisfy those seeking assistance with professionalism and integrity.  We are dedicated to uphold our promise and as we serve the public, we will strive for excellence.