Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ)

The Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ) is responsible for issuing asbestos and lead licenses for any worker who performs activities in these areas.

A training-approved program must be completed and presented to the Department for both categories. EPA accreditation courses are also valid but must have 2 hours of training by an approved provider for either the asbestos or lead category. Nevertheless, there is one examination for the Lead-Based Paint license.

Asbestos
- Asbestos Supervisor Contractor
- Asbestos Inspector
- Asbestos Management Planner
- Asbestos Project Designer
- Asbestos Worker
Lead
- Lead Inspector
- Lead Project Designer
- Lead Project Supervisor
- Lead Risk Assessor
- Lead Worker

How to Get an Asbestos License?

Complete a training course by an approved provider
Fill out the application form and select the desired license
- Asbestos Supervisor Contractor
- Asbestos Inspector
- Asbestos Management Planner
- Asbestos Project Designer
- Asbestos Worker
Gather all the necessary documentation
- Asbestos training provider approval certificate
- Picture with a full-face image
- For first-timers:
  - Inspectors: Send a copy of the General Educational Development (GED)and high-level certificate of education or high school diploma
  - Project Designers: Submit proof of Engineering, architect, or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
  - Management Planner: Present proof of architect, engineer, Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or Bachelor of Science Degree
Submit the payment and send it with the application form using one of the following options to the Office of Environmental Services Public Participation and Permit Support Division:
- U.S Mail Address
  - P.O. Box 4313
    Baton Rouge, LA 70821-4313
- Hand Delivery or Service Carrier
  - 602 N. 5th St.
    Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Upon approval, expect the application to be delivered by the LDEQ

How to Get a Lead License?

Complete a course from an approved training provider for the chosen trade:
Fill out the lead accreditation application form and select the corresponding trade:
- Lead Inspector
- Lead Project Designer
- Lead Project Supervisor
- Lead Risk Assessor
- Lead Worker
Attach all the necessary documents:
- Front face 1 x 1-1/4 picture
- Certificate of approved training provider
- Copies of training or refresher certification
- Copy of college or high school diploma
Send the payment fee along with the application documents to:
602 North 5th St,
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
P.O. Box 4313
When approved, receive the issued license from the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ)

The Lead-Based Paint Abatement and Removal (7-417) corresponds to the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC). Still, the application form and examinations are part of the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ).

How to Get a Lead-Based Paint Contractor License?

Pass a course from an approved training provider
Fill out the application form for the chosen area of work
- Commercial and Industrial Lead Removal
- Target Housing and Child-Occupied Facility Lead Removal
Gather all the documents to the corresponding application form
- Training course certification
- High school or college diploma
- A 1 x 1-1/4 photo of the applicant’s full face
Send the corresponding fee and documents to:
P.O. Box 4313
Baton Rouge, LA 70821
Pass the Lead-Based Paint trade examination provided by the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality
Expect to receive the license by the LDEQ