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When are two handrails required on a ramp? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-- ---------------When is either more than six inches in height or more than 72 inches in length What date range on the calendar is used to determine the testing of heat? - --------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------October 1st through March 31st Below what temperature is considered "life threatening"? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------64 degrees What temperature range is considered "severe"? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Between 64 and 67.9 degrees Is a live rat seen inside a unit during an inspection considered "evidence" or "extensive"? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------extensive Is a live mouse seen inside a unit during an inspection considered "evidence" or "extensive"? ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------- evidence
Is two more live mice seen inside a unit during an inspection considered "evidence" or "extensive"? ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------- extensive What does natural gas smell like? ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------
- rotten eggs or sulphur Can a hole be drilled in a clean-out cap for a sewer system to make it more accessible ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------no Is discoloration in a ceiling that is no longer wet considered a deficiency? -- -------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------no Do exterior photo-electric lights need to be tested for functionality --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------no, but make sure there is no missing bulb What two rooms require a permanent light fixture? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Kitchen and Bathroom What size hole in a ceiling is considered a deficiency? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------two inches Is a hole smaller than two inches in a ceiling acceptable even if daylight is visible from the outisde? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------no
How can a fire-label door be identified? ---------CORRECT ANSWER--------- --------It has a fire label What size hole is acceptable in a fire label door? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------none Are non-passage doors part of the NSPIRE inspection? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------yes What are some examples of passage doors? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-- ---------------bedroom, bathroom, walk in closet, walk in pantry On what floor of a building is landlord property blocking a window considered to be a deficiency? ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------- 3rd floor or below How much exposed electrical wiring is considered a deficiency? --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------half inch What is the distance from a source of water than an outlet can be before requiring a GFI? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------six feet If a service panel is locked in a closet and inaccessible is this a deficiency? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------yes
What amount of height difference is considered a deficiency between an elevator cart and the entrance (using the kick test)? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------three quarters of an inch Are non-security perimeter fences included in the NSPIRE inspection? ------ ---CORRECT ANSWER-----------------no Are utility fences included in the NSPIRE inspection? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------yes What is inspected for when looking at a utility fence at a property? --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------inspecting to ensure that it is properly locked Is a missing handrail on a fire escape acceptable? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------no What types of fire extinguishers are not included in the NSPIRE inspection? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------tenant - owned fire extinguishers. We only inspect owner fire extinguishers What is inspected for when looking at a landlord owned, non-rechargeable fire extinguisher? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------the manufacture date indicating that the fire extinguisher is less than 12 years old
What is the purpose of an ACC? ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------- It provides funding for the PHA What is between the PHA and the landlord? ---------CORRECT ANSWER--- --------------the HAP contract What is between the PHA and the tenant? ---------CORRECT ANSWER----- ------------the voucher When is NSPIRE fully implemented? ---------CORRECT ANSWER------------ -----October 1st, 2024 Does HUD need to review all Admin plans? ---------CORRECT ANSWER---- -------------Yes What are the three inspectable areas under NSPIRE? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------1. the Unit
- the Inside
- the Outside Is the site and neighborhood inspected under NSPIRE? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------No
Are affirmative habitability requirements inspected under NSPIRE? --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Yes Are affirmative habitability requirements currently enforceable? --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------No When do affirmative habitability requirements become enforceable? --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------October 1st, 2024 What percentage of discoloration in the area of a tub is considered a deficiency? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------50% What two rooms require safe drinking water? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-- ---------------Bathroom and Kitchen what percentage of cabinets must be damaged or missing to be considered a deficiency? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------50% Does the damaged/missing cabinet deficiency apply per room or for the property in total? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Per room what is the highest distance off the ground the pull cord for a call for help system can be? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------six inches
How high does a guardrail need to be? ---------CORRECT ANSWER---------- -------thirty inches How many risers on a set of stairs require a handrail? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------four risers What amount of exterior trash/litter is considered a deficiency? --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------ten small pieces of litter in a 10x10 foot area Is a large trashed-out appliance left in an area unintended for garbage a deficiency? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------yes Does inspecting for trash/litter include the inside of the unit? --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------no What is the minimum lighting and electrical requirements for a habitable room? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------either two outlets or one outlet and one permanent light fixture What amount of mold like substance is considered a deficiency? --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------four square inches
How big does a pothole need to be to be considered a deficiency? --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------4 inches deep and 12 inches long What is a target home? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Any home built before 1978 with a child under the age of 6 occupying What amount of chipping, chalking, and peeling paint on the exterior of a target home is above de minimus ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------- 20 square feet Does chipping, chalking, and peeling paint that is below de minimus on the outside of a home need to be repaired? ---------CORRECT ANSWER--------- --------yes If the amount of chipping, chalking, and peeling paint is above lead based paint de minimus what must be done? ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------- ------lead based paint safe work practices must be implemented Is the 2 square foot lead based paint de minimus requirement in a target home per room or cumulative for the enitre unit ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------per room What amount of chipping, chalking, and peeling paint on the inside of a target home is above de minimus ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------- two square feet
What is the level of severity for a sharp edge? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------severe - must be corrected within 30 days Does the kitchen and bathroom require a sink? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------yes Is NSPIRE just for HCV or public housing as well? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------both What is the NSPIRE motto for housing? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-------- ---------"safe and habitable dwellings" What is the correction timeframe for a "low" deficiency? ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------- What is the correction timeframe for a "severe" deficiency? --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------30 days What is the correction timeframe for a "life threatening" deficiency? --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------24 hours Under NSPIRE, does state or local code determine whether a unit passes or fails? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------no
What are the day to day policies that guide a Housing Authority? --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------An admin plan Do all units need to be inspected at least bi-annually? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------yes What is SEMAP? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Section 8 management assessment program Are cosmetic issues included in the NSPIRE inspection? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------no Can one issue be noted under multiple deficiencies? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------yes Does HUD'S NSPIRE software have to be used? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------no What is the definition of the "unit" inspectable area? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------the interior components of an individual dwelling where the resident lives
Day care rooms Halls Corridors Stairs Shared kitchens Laundry rooms Offices Enclosed porches, patios, and balconies, Trash collection areas What is the definition of the "outside" inspectable area? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------the Building site, building exterior components, and any building systems located outside of the building or unit What are some examples of the "outside" inspectable area? --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Outside Examples Fencing Retaining walls Grounds Lighting Mailboxes Project signs Parking lots Detached garages or carports Driveways Play areas and equipment Refuse disposal Storm draining Non-dwelling buildings Walkways
What is the definition of a life-threatening deficiency? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Deficiencies that present a high risk of death or severe illness or injury to the resident. What is the definition of a severe deficiency? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-- ---------------Deficiencies that present a high risk of permanent disability or series injury or illness to a resident or the physical security or safety of a resident or their property would be seriously compromised. What is the definition of a moderate deficiency? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Deficiences taht prsent a moderate risk of an adverse medical event requiring a healthcare visit, temporary harm, or can worsen a chronic condition that the tenant has. What is the definition of a low deficiency? ---------CORRECT ANSWER------ -----------A deficiency critical to the habitability but not presenting a substantive health or safety risk to residents What is the repair time for a moderate deficiency? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------30 days What is the repair time for a low deficiency ---------CORRECT ANSWER----- ------------none - no specific timeline specified
