In August of 2017, DOE released updated Health and Safety guidance for the WAP through WPN 17-7. The purpose of the guidance is to clarify, update and provide additional information related to the implementation and installation of health and safety (H&S) measures as part of the WAP. This guidance also provides required components for Grantees to include in their Health and Safety Plans. WPN 17-7 and attachments supersede the following:

• WPN 11-6a, Supplemental Health and Safety Guidance
• WPNs 11-6, Health and Safety Guidance
• WPN 09-6, Lead Safe Weatherization (LSW) Additional Materials and Information
• WPN 08-6, Interim Lead-Safe Weatherization Guidance
• WPN 08-4, Space Heater Policy
• WPNs 02-6, Weatherization Activities and Federal Lead-Based Paint Regulations
• WPN 02-5, Health and Safety Guidance

 

DOE Health and Safety Guidance

• WPN 17-7: Updated Health and Safety Guidance (Replaces WPN 11-6)
  • Attachment A- Additional Health and Safety Guidance Related to Heating Systems
  • Table of Issues
  • Optional Health and Safety Plan Template for use in the WAP Grantee Annual Application
  • Sample Radon Informed Consent Language

DOE Health and Safety Resources

• Presentation: Master File WPN 17-7- Comprehensive Overview and Training
• Crosswalk between 11-6 and 17-7
• WPN 17-7 Frequently Asked Questions

Examples from States

• Health and Safety Client Education- North Dakota
  • Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3
• Health and Safety Client Education- Oklahoma