Title: Lead Poisoning Information for Landlords: Department of Health
Headings: Lead Poisoning Information for Landlords
Lead Poisoning Information for Landlords
What you should do
Disclose lead hazards to tenants and buyers
Hire licensed lead professionals when you renovate, repair, or paint your property
Get lead paint liability insurance
Follow the Property Maintenance Code
Housing Resources Commission Lead Mitigation Regulations
Take a lead hazard awareness class
Visually inspect your property and correct lead hazards
Have your property inspected for lead hazards
Provide copies of inspection reports, certificates, and notice forms

Content: Lead Poisoning Information for Landlords: Department of Health
Lead Poisoning Information for Landlords
More than 70% of Rhode Island's housing has potential lead hazards that can poison children. The most prevalent lead exposure in Rhode Island comes from lead-based paint and paint dust found in residences built before 1978. Landlords are required to disclose lead hazards and maintain their properties to keep them safe. This includes correcting damaged, chipping or flaking paint immediately and following lead safe work practices for repairs. more Note that landlords with employees must also follow Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations. Tenants are responsible for keeping their rental units clean to reduce exposure to lead in paint, dust, and soil. more
What you should do
Disclose lead hazards to tenants and buyers
Rhode Island law requires owners of properties built before 1978 to disclose information about known and potential lead exposure hazards before the sale or lease of residential property. To comply with the law: Keep copies of all lead inspection reports and certifications for as long as you own your property and provide copies to potential tenants and buyers.