Building Components & Lead Paint Inspection Flashcards
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Which of the following is considered a 'deteriorated paint' condition that requires remediation under the HUD Lead Safe Housing Rule?
Answer: Paint that is peeling, chipping, chalking, or cracking
Deteriorated paint — paint that is peeling, chipping, chalking, or cracking — is a lead hazard requiring remediation because it can release lead dust and chips.
What does a 'lead inspection' determine, as opposed to a 'lead risk assessment'?
Answer: A lead inspection identifies the presence and location of lead-based paint; a risk assessment identifies lead hazards and recommends controls
An inspection identifies where lead-based paint is present, while a risk assessment goes further to identify lead hazards and provide recommendations for controlling them.
Which exterior building component is commonly a high-priority surface for lead paint inspection?
Answer: Siding, fascia, soffits, and window exteriors
Exterior siding, fascia, soffits, and window components were frequently coated with lead-based paint on pre-1978 buildings and are priority inspection surfaces.
What is the HUD definition of a 'child-occupied facility' for the purpose of lead hazard regulations?
Answer: A residential structure, school, or day care where a child under 6 spends 6 or more hours per week regularly
HUD defines child-occupied facilities as places where children under 6 regularly spend at least 6 hours per week, such as day cares and schools, because young children are most vulnerable to lead poisoning.
When performing a lead inspection in a home, how should rooms be systematically designated for documentation?
Answer: By a standardized number and description (e.g., Room 1 - Living Room) consistent with floor plan diagrams
Systematic room numbering and description tied to floor plan diagrams ensures inspection reports are reproducible and can be understood by anyone who reads the report.
After a lead inspection, what must the property owner receive?
Answer: A written inspection report with all findings, test results, and surface determinations
EPA regulations require that the property owner receive a written inspection report documenting all surfaces tested, results, and lead-based paint determinations for their records.