PURPOSE: To update and provide clarification and additional information related to the implementation and installation of health and safety measures as part of the Department of Energy (DOE) Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP). This guidance also provides recommendations to Grantees as they develop their Health and Safety Plans and procedures. Additional health and safety resources related to weatherization are available on the Internet at www.waptac.org.


 

Health and Safety Plan [pdf 500kB]
Health and Safety Policy [pdf 261kB]


 Health and Safety Survey
           
          Client Intake
          
          Data Collection/Health & Safety Assessment/Educational Material Notification

Client Education Supporting Documents:

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): A Brief Guide to Mold, Moisture, and Your Home (English)

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): A Brief Guide to Mold, Moisture, and Your Home (Spanish) [pdf 1.26mB]

EPA: Sure your home is clean but is it safe for your family

Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFi): Electrical Safety Workbook

Radon: Information you should know

EPA: Lead Safe Certified Guide to Renovate Right for pre-1978 homes

EPA: Asbestos Safety Information

National Safety Council (NSC): Combustion Appliances handout

(U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development) HUD: Seven Tips on Keeping a Healthy Home

HUD: Safe Pest Control

Deferral Notice

Radon testing waiver 

ASHRAE 62.2 - 2013 Residential Ventilation Standard

Lead, Mold, Radon, Asbestos Assessment Determination 

Determination of Lead Safe Weatherization (LSW) on dwelling built before 1978

Checklist for Performing RRP on dwelling built before 1978