CVA Field Inspection & Site Verification Flashcards

What is the primary objective of a CVA field inspection?

Answer: To independently confirm that conditions described in submitted documents match physical reality

Field inspections are conducted to independently verify that physical conditions at a site match what has been represented in submitted documentation.

Before conducting a field inspection, a CVA agent should FIRST:

Answer: Review all existing case documentation and identify discrepancies to investigate

Reviewing existing documentation and identifying discrepancies before the visit ensures the field inspection is targeted and productive.

During a site visit, a CVA agent observes conditions contradicting submitted records. What should the agent do first?

Answer: Document observations with notes, photos, and timestamps before leaving the site

All field observations must be documented with notes, photographs, and timestamps on-site to preserve evidentiary integrity.

Which of the following is an acceptable form of evidence gathered during a CVA field inspection?

Answer: Dated photographs with GPS metadata

Dated photographs with GPS metadata are objective, time-stamped evidence that withstands scrutiny in verification proceedings.

A CVA agent arrives for a scheduled inspection and no one is present. The correct action is to:

Answer: Document the no-show with time, date, and photos of the exterior, then follow escalation protocol

No-shows must be documented thoroughly, including photographic evidence of the agent's presence, and escalated per protocol.

What safety protocol must a CVA agent follow when conducting inspections in unfamiliar or potentially high-risk locations?

Answer: Notify a supervisor of the location and expected return time before beginning the visit

Notifying a supervisor of the inspection location and expected return time is a basic safety protocol required for field agents.