Farmworker Housing Inspections Unit 3: Conducting the Inspection.
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Farmworker Farmworker Housing InspectionsHousing Inspections
Farmworker Farmworker Housing InspectionsHousing Inspections
Unit 3: Conducting the Inspection
• Become familiar with the appropriate inspection forms in advance.
• Establish your own inspection system, using the inspection sheets/checklists as your guide.
• Experienced inspectors find it helpful to follow a consistent sequence for inspecting a property, such as on the next slide.
General Tips
Suggested Inspection Sequence
1. Grounds & exterior2. Initial walk-through of whole interior to
get first impression (of cleanliness and state of repair)
3. Take measurements and go through checklist of:
a. Common area b. Sleeping area c. Bathrooms d. Kitchen
Suggested Inspection Sequence(continued)
• Start at the hardest-to-reach area inside the building.
• It may be helpful to end in kitchen. – Many important items (appliances, first
aid kits, fire extinguishers, etc.) tend to be placed there.
– If the employer is present, you can sit together and discuss the results there.
Housing Site • Grounds cleaned prior to arrival of inspector
• Perimeter free of trash/junk/debris
• No poisonous plants or uncontrolled weeds/grass
• Measure distance from health hazards (mosquitoes, livestock)
Debris & uncontrolled weeds
Water Supply and Sewage• Sewage drains into sewer or an
approved septic tank and tile field
• No standing water on ground
Liquid waste discharged onto ground
Water Supply and Sewage (continued)
• See water test results (where applicable)
• No waste water seeping to surface
Sewer facilities not maintained
Exterior Structure
• Gutters clean and intact • Steps in good condition• Take and record exterior measurements
(overall building dimensions) • Roof in good repair (no sign of recent leaks)
Model exterior
Exterior Openings • Windows operational (not broken/ cracked)
• Screens in place (not torn), especially on doors
• Doors operate freelyBuilding not in good repair
Fire Safety• No flammable
liquids stored in living areas
• Smoke alarms installed and operational
• Fire extinguisher ready to use
Flammable material too close to stove
Fire Safety (continued)
• Second exit available in case of fire
• Fire escape for second-floor rooms
Second exit unsafe
Sanitation
• Garbage cans (with lids) available • No signs of rodent or insect
infestation
No lid on garbage can
Heating/Ventilation
• Facility has adequate heating system, if occupied in cold months
• Heating system is adequate for living area and is properly vented (if applicable)
Electrical• Electrical outlets operable (no broken
plates) • Electrical panel safe and unobstructed • No exposed or unsafe wiring
(extension cords used properly, not overloaded)
No outlet platePanel unsafe
Exposed wiring (near water!)
Electrical (continued)
• Proper wiring if housing is a trailer—no long extension cords on the ground
Unsafe trailer wiring
Proper trailer wiring
Plumbing• No leaks in pipes,
faucets or sinks• No discoloration
or bad taste in water
Faucet leaks
Water-damaged ceiling
Plumbing / Toilets• Toilets flush properly
• Enough toilets for number of occupants
• Adequate supply of toilet paper
Does it flush? Not clean & sanitary
Plumbing: Showers & Water Heaters
• Showers and water heaters adequate for number of occupants
• Pressure relief valve on water heater Shower not maintained
Interior –Structural Issues
• Interior steps in good condition
• Floors in good condition
• Appropriate permits posted
Interior – Health & Safety Issues
• No loose and peeling paint (especially in kitchen area)
• No mold growth
• First aid kit properly stocked
Interior Space
• Take and record room measurements
• To obtain the square feet of floor space available per occupant, multiply the width times the length of the room.
Living/Sleeping Space• Adequate
storage for workers’ clothing and personal items
• Sleeping space adequate for the number of beds per room
Model dorm room
Overcrowded, no clothes storage
Living/Sleeping Space• Sufficient windows and lighting
• Beds available and properly set up (with linens, off the ground)
No bed frames or linensModel dorm room
Kitchen• Proper storage
for food (not left out in open)
No food storage
Model kitchen
Kitchen: Appliances
• Ranges/stoves operate properly
• No excessive dirt or grease
Model kitchen
Excessive dirt/grease
Kitchen: Appliances (continued)
• Adequate number and size of refrigerator(s)
• Refrigerator(s) operate(s)/ cool(s) properly
Model eating area