Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Model Lead Based Paint Risk Assessor Practice Test

What does a reevaluation involve?

1. A routine check for lead in drinking water.

2. A visual inspection for lead hazards.

3. A combination of visual assessment and environmental sampling.

4. Testing children for blood lead levels.

The correct answer is: A combination of visual assessment and environmental sampling.

A reevaluation involves a combination of visual assessment and environmental sampling to determine the current condition of lead hazards in a property. This is a critical process in lead hazard management as it not only assesses the visible signs of deteriorating lead-based paint but also includes environmental sampling, such as dust wipe tests and soil analysis. This comprehensive approach helps to identify and quantify lead exposure risks, allowing for an informed decision on necessary interventions or remedial actions. Simply doing a visual inspection would not provide sufficient data on the extent of lead contamination present, as lead hazards can exist without visible deterioration. Testing children for blood lead levels is important but is a separate procedure focused on evaluating health effects rather than the physical state of lead hazards. A routine check for lead in drinking water addresses a different aspect of lead exposure and does not encompass the broader environmental assessment needed in a reevaluation.