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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 Is it acceptable for a gas dryer to vent into a water reservoir? --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------no Is it acceptable for an electric dryer to vent into a water reservoir? --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------yes If an electric dryer vents into a water reservoir what should be inspected for? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------water Can a microwave be a primary cooking source? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Yes If there is a non-functional stove or evidence of the prior installation of a stove can a microwave be a primary cooking source? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------No
What size hole in an entryway door is considered a deficiency? --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------quarter inch Can multiple locks be installed on an entryway door? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Yes - as long as the primary deadbolt lock is functional 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
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 How often do rechargeable fire-extinguishers need to be re-inspected? ----- ----CORRECT ANSWER-----------------annually At what distance must combustible materials be stored when next to a heating system or fuel burning water heater ---------CORRECT ANSWER--- --------------three feet Does the combustible materials storage requirement of a 3 foot distance apply to electric water heaters? ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------- no What percentage of sub floor exposure is a deficiency? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------ten percent or greater What does "NSPIRE" stand for? ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------- National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate
What is the motto for NSPIRE? ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------- Safe and Habitable Dwellings What is an ACC? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Annual Contributions Contract Who is an Annual Contributions Contract between? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------HUD and the PHA 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
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 What percentage of substrate exposure (food prep area) is a deficiency? - -- ------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------ten percent or greater What size crack in a foundation is considered a deficiency? --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------a quarter inch wide by twleve inches long What amount of chipping and flaking of spall/stucco is considered a deficiency? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------12 x 12 inches and 3 quarter inches deep How much rebar can be exposed? ---------CORRECT ANSWER--------------- --none If a garage door opens but will not close is this a deficiency? --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------No
How much wiggle is allowed on a grab bar? ---------CORRECT ANSWER--- --------------none Is there a requirement for grab bars in every bathroom? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------no What is the height / vertical distance that requires of a drop that requires a guardrail? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------thirty 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 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
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 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
