§ 8-4-407 - License required -- Exceptions.
               	 		
8-4-407.    License required -- Exceptions.
    (a)  Any  consultant, contractor, or training provider shall obtain a license  from the Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality to conduct  lead-based paint activities prior to actively engaging in any lead-based  paint-hazard activities in this state.
(b)  The  application for a license shall be made in the manner and form required  by the department. An application for license or renewal of a license  shall be accompanied by proof of liability insurance coverage, except  for training providers, in the form and amount required by the  department, and proof of such training and examination as required by  the department.
(c)    (1)  The  department shall license and certify all applicants for licenses and  certifications under this subchapter that satisfy the requirements of  this subchapter.
      (2)  Licenses and certifications shall be valid for a period of one (1) year.
      (3)  Licenses and certifications shall be renewable upon application and upon satisfying the renewal requirements of the department.
(d)  State  and political subdivisions thereof shall be exempt, except for training  providers, from the license requirements of this subchapter.