EPA v. 8AS Construction (SB)

Case summary

EPA inspected a tip/complaint alleging renovations were being performed at a pre-1978 property in Newburgh, NY not following lead-safe work practices, a violation of the Renovation, Repair & Painting (RRP) Rule. The Respondent, who was performing renovation, is a construction contractor with a business address of 675 Plattekill Ardonia Road, Wallkill, NY 12589. The Respondent performed a regulated renovation without prior EPA RRP-firm certification, and without proper worker training. EPA is seeking a monetary penalty by offer of an Expedited Settlement Agreement. Respondent has agreed to obtain appropriate certification and modify their work practices.

Defendants (1)

• 8AS Construction (SB)Named in complaintNamed in settlement

Facilities (1)

• WILLIAM GIAMETTA PROPERTY OWNER

  25 LANDER STREET, NEWBURGH, NY, 12550

  Registry ID: 110060262950

Statutes cited

• TSCA 402C — Lead: RRP

Enforcement conclusions (1)

• 8AS Construction (SB)entered 2015-02-12

  Primary law: TSCA

  Federal penalty: $2,000

Timeline (4 milestones)

• 2015-02-12Complaint Filed/Proposed Order
• 2015-02-12Final Order Issued
• 2015-02-12Enforcement Action Closed
• 2015-02-20Enforcement Action Data Entered