Section 254.172. Prevention and control of lead-bearing paint hazards in dwellings and premises.

 

(1)  Subject to the limitation under s. 254.174 , the department may promulgate rules governing lead hazard reduction that the department determines are consistent with federal law.

(2)  If a certified lead risk assessor or other person certified under s. 254.176 conducts a lead investigation of a dwelling or premises, he or she shall conduct the lead investigation and issue a report in accordance with any rules promulgated under s. 254.167 . If the report indicates that the dwelling or premises meets criteria under s. 254.179 (1) (a) for issuance of a certificate of lead-free or of a certificate of lead-safe status, the lead risk assessor or other person shall issue the appropriate certificate, subject to s. 254.181 .

1993 a. 450 ; 1999 a. 113 , 186 . Cross-reference: See also ch. DHS 163 , Wis. adm. code.