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  • Certification
Certification

Environmental Compliance Training: Complete Guide 2025

November 8, 2025

From asbestos and lead to mold and hazardous materials, this guide breaks down the core training every contractor and facility team needs to stay compliant in 2025.
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  • Certification
Certification

EPA License: What It Is & How to Get Certified (2025)

November 5, 2025

Not sure which EPA credentials you actually need? Learn the difference between licenses, certifications, and approvals—and how to get qualified through approved training.
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  • Asbestos
Asbestos

Asbestos Awareness Training: Who Needs It & Why (2025)

October 30, 2025

From facility staff to maintenance workers, many roles require asbestos awareness training. Learn who needs it, what it covers, and how it helps prevent dangerous exposures.
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  • Lead Safety
Lead Safety

Lead Paint Test: When to DIY vs. Hire a Professional

October 25, 2025

Not all lead tests are created equal. Learn when an at-home kit is enough and when you need an EPA-certified inspector or risk assessor to keep your property compliant.
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  • Compliance
Compliance

Common Contractor License Violations That Can Cost Your License

October 22, 2025

From unlicensed subs to paperwork gaps and improper notifications, these frequent violations can trigger fines—or worse, license suspension. Here’s how to avoid them.
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  • Mold
Mold

NYS Mold Licensing: Requirements, Costs & How to Get Licensed (2025)

October 22, 2025

A step-by-step guide to NYS mold licensing—who needs it, approved training, fees, renewals, and timelines—so you can stay compliant and keep working without interruption.
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  • Lead Safety
Lead Safety

EPA Lead Renovator Certification: Who Needs It & How to Get It

October 22, 2025

If you disturb paint in pre-1978 housing or child-occupied facilities, RRP rules apply. Learn eligibility, class format, on-the-job requirements, and how to certify fast.
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  • Asbestos
Asbestos

Asbestos Supervisor Renewal NYS: 2025 Requirements & Deadlines

October 22, 2025

Don’t risk lapses. See required refreshers, paperwork, medicals, and state deadlines for NYS Asbestos Supervisors—plus tips to keep your credentials current.
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  • Mold Safety
Mold Safety

OSHA 10 Hour Construction: Requirements, Cost & How to Get Certified

October 22, 2025

Who needs OSHA 10, what it covers, accepted providers, typical pricing, and how to earn your DOL card—on time and on budget.
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  • Mold Safety
Mold Safety

Level 2 Mold Remediation Explained: Safety, Steps, and Rules

October 7, 2025

Level 2 mold jobs (≈10–30 sq. ft.) require specific containment, PPE, and clearance steps. This guide walks through setup, removal, cleaning, and verification so you stay safe and compliant.
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  • Environmental Health
Environmental Health

Mold and Asbestos: What Every Contractor Must Know

October 5, 2025

Mold and asbestos can show up on the same job—but they’re handled and regulated very differently. Learn how to scope safely, choose the right credential, and avoid costly violations.
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  • Lead Safety
Lead Safety

Lead Renovator Training in Bosnian: First U.S. Provider Approved

September 16, 2025

Environmental Education Associates is proud to be the first U.S. provider approved to offer EPA Lead Renovator Training in Bosnian. This groundbreaking step expands access to critical certification, ensuring more contractors and property professionals can stay compliant and protect their communities.
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