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I dont understand why I have to do this. This is not helping me at all. I don’t want to write this stuff I just want to take the course and obtain a certificate of completion. Thank you for listening.
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My image was a broken rung on attic stairway.
As I begun my attic inspection I first noticed the stairway was stored but not evenly. This was an indication of damaged or missing hardware. I pulled on the rope to lower the unit and noticed a broken rung and loose hardware. I reported my findings as a ladder in need of upgrade, took a couple photos and got my ladder to complete the attic inspection.
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Ground slope was negative towards this home and there was also several large holes in the yard which may have been man made or sunken from underground water aqueduct this should be inspected by an engineer for further evaluation yes.
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When doing inspections with thermal imaging system one should be familiar with building construction and have a certification course in reading the images as well as an understanding on delta T which will drastically effect the reading if not informed.
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Ladder placement on a building is a major safety concern. Too close to the building or too far away can cause an injury. Ladders should be placed one foot away from the building for every 4 feet in height. The top of the ladder should exceed the top of the building by 3 feet. Always using a tie off is essential so the later does not fall while in use or while on the roof.
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When using a ladder on the job site, it must be inspected every time before using it. You want to always be aware of your surroundings. Bringing a ladder in contact it a live electrical wire can lead to serious injury or death. Always maintain a safe distance from electrical wires when using a ladder.
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Inspectors must be aware of their own personal safety.Probably the most important piece of personal protective equipment is safety glasses or goggles. Threats to the safety of our eyes are airborne dust, debris from equipment operating nearby, flying sparks and arc flashes.
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When inspecting the electrical panel an inspector should wear safety glasses, gloves and non-synthetic clothing as personal protective equipment.Two safety risks are electrocution by touching an energized part and becoming part of the circuit and arc-flashes when a spark jumps between an energized part and a grounded part. Severe burns can occur and irreparable eye damage.
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Using an IR camera to verify the heat of the area or item that you are checking for temperature is a easy simple way to test the area out. This can also be done with a laser hand held temp tester.
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personal safety device are what keeps you safe during the home inspection . Areas that you walk or enter are are not always safe. Safety should be one of your top priorities as you are doing an inspection for a client.
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This is a good example of anger management issues. The past homeowners got divorced and this was the last thing the “gentleman” did when walking out of the garage area. This shows a little issue that probably came up again in his next relationship?
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Latters are used each day in inspecting roofs and should always be checked for proper stability. Once leaving the latter to get on the roof one should return and check the latter to make sure it remains stable in the same location.
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for this writing and research assignment essay I choose the library article about doing damage during a home inspection. I learned that if I break something while inspecting it the client should be happy because I found a major defect for them that could have been a major safety concern.
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For my inspection writing assignment on the external safety for inspectors l and contractors course, I chose to write about a battery powered drill. I would start by inspecting the drill for any defects before each use to protect myself from any injuries or harm. Than would use with caution.
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Second-floor balcony handrail and spacing between spindles was found to be greater than 4 inches. This is a safety hazard. Spindles with in these areas should have gaps are no more than 4 inches from inside to inside of the individual spindle
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Energy efficiency with in the home can be managed by several different means. While some suggest equipment replacement. Replacement of smaller items such as lightbulbs. Thermostat adjustment. Window coverings. Insulation a valuations and resealing of gaps or holes. Weatherstripping around doors. Are all sources help reduce the energy footprint of a home.
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This picture is showing a badly damaged floor that a customer was concerned about. Upon inspection of the flooring, it was determined that the damage to the floor was caused by moisture infiltrating the home from the exterior. The moisture was entering the home through tiny cracks in the stucco finish adjacent to the first course block bed joint where it met with the concrete foundation. A misdirected nearby sprinkler was spraying the wall where the cracks were, driving the water into the home.
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Anti Scald devices in homes are easily overlooked, but are very important in the protection against sudden severe burns from hot water. Most newer homes have plumbing fixtures manufactured with built in anti scald devices. These safety devices can be adjusted to suit the needs of the owner, but should never be removed or bypassed. Older homes that do not have anti scald devices installed should be considered for retrofit to meet new codes and increase the safety of the home.
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This is an example of proper multi position ladder on stairs. I have seen too many people use the wrong type of ladder or configuration when on or near stairs. I highly recommend multi position ladder systems for home inspectors.
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Adding illustrations from the NACHI gallery to inspection reports has been a huge plus to our customers, agents, and contractors. The illustration I use the most is about railing and the spacing of vertical pickets. The illustration I use the most is titled child-safety-stairs.jpg