HUD Inspection Procedures

Question 1

What is the first step in conducting an HQS inspection?

Accepted Answer

Review unit documentation and schedule

Answer

Test all appliances

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Interview the tenant

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Record photographs

Question 2

Which area must be inspected for security and weather tightness?

Accepted Answer

Exterior doors and windows

Answer

Kitchen sink

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Interior closet

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Wall paint

Question 3

Why is it important to test both hot and cold water during inspection?

Accepted Answer

To meet basic habitability standards

Answer

To check for rust in pipes

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To ensure water pressure balance

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To measure pipe length

Question 4

What should an inspector do if they find a major defect during the inspection?

Accepted Answer

Document the defect and fail the unit

Answer

Ignore it if tenant is okay

Answer

Mark the unit as passed

Answer

Ask the landlord to fix it without recording

Question 5

How should electrical systems be checked during inspection?

Accepted Answer

Check for outlet function and safety

Answer

Only test light switches

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Turn off circuit breakers

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Test voltage with bare hands

Question 6

What should be done before concluding the inspection?

Accepted Answer

Conduct a final walkthrough

Answer

Leave immediately

Answer

Turn off the lights

Answer

Ask the tenant to sign a blank form