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inspection scope.

Periodic inspections for applicable New Jersey rental properties using the visual-assessment or dust-wipe method required for the municipality.

Lead-hazard inspections for applicable rental units at tenant turnover when the property does not have a valid lead-safe certification.

Lead-hazard inspections for applicable rental dwellings based on the inspection schedule established by New Jersey regulations.

Lead-based paint inspections or risk assessments for buyers evaluating properties before completing a purchase.

Evaluation of painted surfaces before planned renovation work to identify the presence and location of lead-based paint within the agreed scope.

Lead inspection and risk-assessment services for applicable apartment buildings and multifamily rental properties.

Evaluation of applicable painted components and lead hazards in shared hallways, stairways, entry areas, and other common spaces.

Required New Jersey lead-safe documentation when an applicable periodic rental inspection finds no lead-based paint hazards. Certification depends on qualifying inspection results.

A visual examination of painted components for deteriorated paint, visible dust, debris, residue, and conditions that may create a lead-paint hazard.

Collection of dust samples from representative floors, interior windowsills, and other applicable surfaces using approved procedures, with analysis by a qualified laboratory.

A surface-by-surface evaluation to determine whether lead-based paint is present and where it is located within the agreed property scope.

Nondestructive testing of painted building components using an X-ray fluorescence analyzer to identify lead-based paint. Planned subject to compliant equipment, training, and applicable registration.

Collection of paint-chip samples from selected building components for analysis by a qualified laboratory. Planned subject to the required sampling and laboratory arrangements.

An on-site investigation to identify the presence, type, severity, and location of lead-based paint hazards.

Evaluation and sampling of applicable interior surfaces to determine whether lead-contaminated dust hazards are present.

Collection of soil samples from applicable play areas, building drip lines, and other locations as part of a lead risk assessment. Planned subject to qualified laboratory arrangements.

An independent visual examination and environmental sampling after qualifying lead-hazard reduction, renovation, or remediation work under the applicable protocol.

Follow-up dust-wipe sampling and evaluation after qualifying lead-hazard work to determine whether applicable clearance criteria have been met.

Repeat clearance evaluation and sampling after additional cleaning or corrective work when an initial clearance examination does not pass.

Written documentation of the inspection scope, testing methods, sample locations, findings, laboratory results, and applicable limitations.

Detailed reporting describing identified lead hazards, their location and severity, testing results, and appropriate hazard-control options.

Recommendations concerning appropriate interim controls, abatement options, monitoring, or other next steps for identified lead hazards. Hazard-control work is performed by others.