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physical condition of the lead and asbestos-containing materials from that

described in previous inspection reports. Non-destructive sampling of materials

containing or thought to contain lead or asbestos and/or radon testing may be

necessary to verify the presence of a hazardous condition. Training requirements

for lead and asbestos may vary from State to State. The appropriate MLC

detached SEHO should be contacted for State specific information.

(3)

ISC OHMC shall be responsible to ensure LHOs are visually inspecting Coast

Guard controlled housing for the condition of the lead-based paint (LBP) and

asbestos containing material (ACM) and proper entries are made in the Housing

ERA database.

f. Local Housing Officers (LHO) shall:

(1)

Complete the Coast Guard's Housing Inspector course, ERA Lead, Asbestos and

Radon (LAR) Housing Inspector course (PMIS# 501591).

(2)

Be responsible for visually inspecting Coast Guard controlled housing for the

condition of LBP and ACM to include both suspected LBP and assumed ACM in

conjunction with the annual or pre-inspection housing inspections.

(3)

Immediately contact their AHA/AHO or OHMC with questions or concerns

regarding deterioration of LBP and ACM.

(4)

Obtain a signed disclosure letter, as stated in Section 14 of this Instruction, prior

to the initial occupant's acceptance of quarters.

g. Unit Commanding Officers or Group Commanders shall:

(1)

Determine if their Coast Guard controlled housing or CDC is meeting the scope

of this Instruction (see section 5).

(2)

Initiate immediate response actions for Major and Action Level findings in the

form of interim control measures. Coordinate such actions with their AHO, CEU

and MLC detached SEHO.