HUD Inspection Procedures 2

Question 1

During a HQS inspection, the inspector finds a deficiency in the kitchen. The owner is not present. What is the correct procedure?

Accepted Answer

Complete the inspection, document all findings, and issue the inspection report to both owner and tenant via the PHA

Answer

The inspector should complete the full inspection regardless of owner presence, document all findings objectively, and provide the inspection results to both the owner and tenant through the PHA.

Question 2

When conducting a UPCS inspection under REAC, how many inspectable items are evaluated in the 'Building Exterior' category?

Accepted Answer

8 items

Answer

The UPCS Building Exterior inspectable area includes 8 inspectable items: doors, fire escapes, foundations, lighting, roofs, walls, windows, and the overall exterior.

Question 3

What is the REAC scoring threshold below which a public housing property is considered 'troubled' and needing urgent attention?

Accepted Answer

Below 60

Answer

REAC scores below 60 indicate a failing property and trigger HUD's troubled designation, requiring increased oversight and a corrective action plan.

Question 4

In a REAC inspection, which of the following is the correct definition of a 'Level 3' deficiency?

Accepted Answer

Severe defect that poses an immediate threat to health or safety

Answer

Under REAC's UPCS protocol, Level 3 deficiencies are the most severe, representing conditions that pose an immediate threat to health or safety of residents or staff.

Question 5

Which of the following best describes the correct sequence of a standard HQS inspection?

Accepted Answer

Schedule with owner and tenant, conduct full exterior and interior inspection, document all findings, submit report to PHA

Answer

A complete HQS inspection requires scheduling with both parties, conducting a comprehensive exterior and interior evaluation of all HQS categories, documenting all findings, and submitting a report to the PHA.

(HUD) Certified Housing and Urban Development Inspector Practice Test

(HUD) Certified Housing and Urban Development Inspector Practice Test

HUD Inspection Procedures 2