Lead-based paint risk assessor certificate required.
Miss. Code Ann. § 49-17-511
in effectAfter August 31, 1998, it is unlawful for an individual who does not possess a valid lead-based paint risk assessor certificate to conduct a risk assessment or lead hazard screen as part of any lead-based paint activity. To qualify for a lead-based paint risk assessor certificate, an applicant shall: Be a registered professional engineer or a licensed architect; or Have a bachelor’s degree in a profession related to engineering, health or environmental science and one (1) year of experience in a related field, as determined by the commission; or Have an associate’s degree and two (2) years of experience in a related field, as determined by the commission; or Have a high school diploma or equivalent and three (3) years of experience in a related field, as determined by the commission; Satisfactorily complete an accredited training program for lead-based paint risk assessors and lead-based paint inspectors; and Demonstrate to the satisfaction of the commission that the applicant is familiar with and capable of complying fully with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations.
Source: Public.Resource.Org MS CodeURL: https://unicourt.github.io/cic-code-ms/transforms/ms/ocms/r78/gov.ms.code.title.49.htmlFetched: 6/9/2026
