Legal Ethics SOP 2 (Jim's Questions) Flashcards
1
Q
- The inspector is not required to report:
a. The type of foundation
b. As in need of repair, any post tension cable ends that are not protected
c. As in need of repair, a crawl space that is not adequately ventilated
d. Anything that is not accessible
A
Anything that is not accessible
2
Q
- The inspector is not required to enter a crawl space where:
a. Headroom is less than 24 inches
b. Headroom is less than 20 inches
c. Headroom is less than 18 inches
d. Headroom is less than 36 inches
A
Headroom is less than 18 inches
3
Q
- The inspector is not required to enter a crawl space if the width of the access opening is less than:
a. 3 feet
b. 2 feet
c. 4 feet
A
2 feet
4
Q
- The inspector is not required to:
a. Determine the presence of, or extent or type of, insulation or vapor barrier in the exterior walls
b. Report the need of repair damaged glazing in windows and exterior doors
c. Report the need of repair missing or damaged windows and door screens
d. All of the Above
A
Determine the presence of, or extent or type of, insulation or vapor barrier in the exterior walls
5
Q
- The inspector needs to report:
a. Any locks on the interior doors that do not operate
b. Any locks on exterior doors that do not operate
c. Condition and presence of storm windows
d. All of the above
A
Any locks on exterior doors that do not operate
6
Q
- The inspector is not required to report:
a. Safety glazing in hazardous locations
b. Conditions of paint stains or other surface coatings
c. As in need of repair, damaged glazing in windows
d. All of the above
A
Conditions of paint stains or other surface coatings
7
Q
- The inspector is not required to report:
a. Fireplace dampers that do not work
b. Absence of non-combustible hearth extension
c. The adequacy of the draft
d. All of the above
A
The adequacy of the draft
8
Q
- The inspector is not required to:
a. Report the type of roof covering
b. Report a roof covering that is not appropriate for the slope of the roof
c. Determine the remaining life expectancy of the roof covering
d. All of the above
A
Determine the remaining life expectancy of the roof covering
9
Q
- According to the Texas Standards of Practice, the inspector must report the method used to inspect the roof, if the inspection is performed from other than roof level:
a. True
b. False
A
True
10
Q
- The inspector is not required to report on:
a. Inadequate attic space ventilation
b. Visible evidence of moisture penetration
c. The approximate depth of insulation, where visible
d. Efficiency, adequacy, or capacity of the system
A
Efficiency, adequacy, or capacity of the system
11
Q
- The balusters of a detached deck over 30 inches off the ground must have a spacing of no more than 4 inches between them:
a. True
b. False
A
True
12
Q
- The balusters of a deck less than 30 inches off the ground must have no more than 4 inches between them:
a. True
b. False
A
False
13
Q
- The inspector shall report the type of cooling system and energy source:
a. True
b. False
A
False
14
Q
- The inspector shall operate the cooling system when the outside temperature if greater than 50 degrees:
a. True
b. False
A
False
15
Q
- The inspector does not have to inspect appliances:
a. True
b. False
A
False
16
Q
- The inspector is not required to:
a. Inspect self-cleaning functions of appliances
b. Report switches that are not in safe locations or do not operate
c. Report as in need of repair, unusual vibration level of power vents
d. None of the above
A
Inspect self-cleaning functions of appliances
17
Q
- The inspector is required to:
a. Determine the adequacy of heating systems
b. Program digital-type thermostats
c. Operate steam heat systems
d. Report if he/she deemed the furnace to be inaccessible
e. Both c and D
A
Both c and D
Operate steam heat systems
Report if he/she deemed the furnace to be inaccessible
18
Q
- The inspector is required to:
a. Report systems that do not operate properly using normal controls
b. Inspect and report on heat exchangers
c. Inspect humidifiers
A
Report systems that do not operate properly using normal controls
19
Q
- The inspector is required to:
a. Operate plumbing shut-off valves
b. Inspect systems that has been shut down
c. Report in need of repair, a shower enclosure that leaks
d. All of the above
A
Report in need of repair, a shower enclosure that leaks
20
Q
- The inspector is not required to:
a. Report deficiencies in material used for venting systems
b. Determine the type of material contained in insulation, wrapping of pipes, ducts, jackets
c. Report flue or vent pipes that do not properly terminate
A
Determine the type of material contained in insulation, wrapping of pipes, ducts, jackets
21
Q
- The inspector is required to:
a. Inspect the fire sprinkler system
b. Inspect quality and volume of well water
c. Inspect water softeners
d. Report deficiencies in functional drainage
A
Report deficiencies in functional drainage
22
Q
- The inspector is not required to:
a. Determine the insurability of the property
b. Report on missing dead fronts
c. Report on 240-volt breakers missing trip ties
A
Determine the insurability of the property
22
Q
- The inspector is not required to:
a. Operate self-cleaning operations of appliances
b. Report supply and drain pipes that leak
c. Report cracks in commodes
d. None of the above
A
Operate self-cleaning operations of appliances
23
Q
- The inspector is not required to:
a. Determine service capacity amperage or voltage
b. Report as in need of repair, a mast head that is not securely fastened
c. Report as in need of repair, a panel that is installed in a hazardous location
d. None of the above
A
Determine service capacity amperage or voltage
24
Q
- The inspector is not required to:
a. Report the absence of appropriate connectors
b. Report the absence of anti-oxidants on aluminum conductor terminations
c. Determine the accuracy of breaker labeling
A
Determine the accuracy of breaker labeling
25
Q
- The inspector is not required to:
a. Report as in need of repair, the lack of a main disconnect
b. Conduct voltage drop calculations
c. Report missing knockouts
A
Conduct voltage drop calculations
26
Q
- The inspector should not:
a. Report on wear and tear from ordinary use
b. Anticipate future conditions
c. Officially designate conditions as safe
d. All of the above
A
All of the above
Report on wear and tear from ordinary use
Anticipate future conditions
Officially designate conditions as safe
27
Q
- An inspector is required to operate all accessible wall and appliance switches:
a. True
b. False
A
True
28
Q
- An inspector can depart from the inspection of a component or system required by the SOPs if the client and/or inspector are short on time:
a. True
b. False
A
False
29
Q
- The inspector shall report as deficient:
a. Drainage around the foundation that is not performing
b. Grade levels around the foundation
c. Efficiency of underground or surface drainage systems
d. Both A and B
e. Both B and C
A
Both A and B
Drainage around the foundation that is not performing
Grade levels around the foundation
30
Q
- The inspector must report deficiencies in:
a. Water supply pipes and waste pipes
b. Installed mechanical drain stops
c. The condition of the gas distribution system
d. All of the above
A
No answer
31
Q
- When inspecting pools and spas and their equipment, an inspector should:
a. Determine the presence of sub-surface water tables
b. Operate valves
c. Determine the effectiveness of entrapment covers
d. Report on the type of construction
A
Report on the type of construction
32
Q
- The inspector shall determine:
a. The presence or absence of pests, termites, or other wood-destroying insects or organisms
b. The presence, absence or risk of asbestos
c. Performance by operating fixed or installed equipment in at least one mode with ordinary controls at typical settings
d. Types of wood or preservation treatment used
A
Performance by operating fixed or installed equipment in at least one mode with ordinary controls at typical settings
33
Q
- When inspecting walls, ceilings, floors and doors, the inspector needs to report only on the condition of the floor, wall or ceilings:
a. True
b. False
A
False
34
Q
- An inspector should determine:
a. The present sufficiency of service capacity amperage, voltage, or the capacity of the electrical system
b. The accuracy of overcurrent device labeling
c. The effectiveness of smoke alarms
d. All of the above
e. None of the above
A
None of the above
35
Q
- The inspector should report as deficient:
a. The absence of performing emergency escape and rescue openings in all sleeping rooms
b. Missing or damaged screens
c. Proper fire-rating and thickness of a door between the residence and an attached garage
d. All of the above
e. None of the above
A
All of the above
The absence of performing emergency escape and rescue openings in all sleeping rooms
Missing or damaged screens
Proper fire-rating and thickness of a door between the residence and an attached garage
36
Q
- The inspector should report on:
a. Inoperative units
b. Deficiencies in thermostats
c. Damaged or missing duct installation
d. All of the above
A
All of the above
Inoperative units
Deficiencies in thermostats
Damaged or missing duct installation
37
Q
- The inspector should report on burner ignition devices or heating elements, switches or thermostats that are not a minimum of from the lowest garage floor elevation: (unless the unit is listed for garage floor installation)
a. 6”
b. 12”
c. 18”
d. 24”
A
18”
38
Q
- When inspecting water heaters, the inspector does not need to report on:
a. Deficiencies in combustion and dilution air
b. Missing gas shut-off valves
c. Effectiveness of the temperature and pressure relieve valve
d. Both b and c
e. None of the above
A
None of the above
39
Q
- When inspecting hydro-massage therapy equipment, the inspector should:
a. Report the absence of or failure of operation of ground-fault circuit interrupter protection devices
b. Report on the efficiency of the bubble producing valves
c. Both A and B
d. None of the above
A
Report the absence of or failure of operation of ground-fault circuit interrupter protection devices
40
Q
- The Texas Standards of Practice define:
a. The minimum level of inspection required for homes
b. The general suggestions for adequate inspection for homes
c. The general suggestions for adequate inspection for homes
A
The minimum level of inspection required for homes
41
Q
- The inspector should use a ladder during an inspection to determine potential hazards on the roof:
a. True
b. False
A
True
42
Q
- When inspecting a roof, the inspector is not required to:
a. Report on skylights
b. Identify the vantage point from where the roof was inspected
c. List the type of roof coverings
d. Identify the number of layers of roof coverings
A
Identify the number of layers of roof coverings
43
Q
- What is the maximum number of residential dwelling units Per the Texas SoP that an inspector may be responsible for?
a. 1
b. 2
c. 4
d. None of the above
A
4
44
Q
- An inspector is not required to enter an attic space unless the headroom is at least:
a. 18”
b. 24”
c. 30”
d. 36”
A
30”
45
Q
- When inspecting the chimney, the inspector should perform a smoke or chimney test:
a. Always
b. When the temperature is no more than 65 degrees Fahrenheit
c. When the client requests that this be performed
d. None of the above
A
None of the above
46
Q
- Ground-fault circuit interrupter protection must exist in:
a. Kitchen countertop receptacles
b. Bedroom receptacles
c. Hallway receptacles
d. All of the above
A
kitchen countertop receptacles
47
Q
- The inspector should and their client’s interest.
a. Protect/Promote
b. Ignore/Disregard
c. Influence/Persuade
A
Protect/Promote
48
Q
- There is no need for inspectors to maintain and increase their level of knowledge of the field.
a. True
b. False
A
False
49
Q
- If an inspector has knowledge of a possible violation of the rules of TREC, the inspector report the possible violation to the Texas Real Estate Commission.
a. Should not
b. Must
c. Should
d. Can’t
A
Should
50
Q
- As an inspector, you are required to keep E&O Insurance on file with TREC.
a. True
b. False
A
True
51
Q
- Professional Conduct and Ethics outlines the rules of professional conduct for home inspectors.
a. §535.220
b. 20 TAC §535.226
c. None
d. §220.226
A
§535.220
52
Q
- Inspectors shall not accept employment to repair, replace, maintain or upgrade systems or components of properties practice on which the inspector has performed an inspection under a real estate contract, lease, or exchange or months of the date of the inspection.
a. 0
b. 6
c. 10
d. 12
A
12
53
Q
- An Inspector should be:
a. Only on positive aspects of the home
b. Environmental
c. Micro-analyzed
d. Objective
A
Objective
54
Q
- Inspectors must maintain a standard of professionalism.
a. Open
b. High
c. Medium
d. Low
A
High
55
Q
- If you operate both an inspection business and a home repair business, you can do repairs on the same home you inspect.
a. False
b. True
A
False
56
Q
- Inspectors can advertise they are wood destroying inspectors, even if not licensed by the SPCS.
a. True
b. False
A
False
57
Q
- The aggregate total against any one inspector is?
a. $300,000
b. $3,000
c. $12,500
d. $30,000
A
30,000
58
Q
- A licensed real estate person can also inspect the property if they hold both licenses.
a. False
b. True
A
False
59
Q
- An inspector may share his fee with the real estate agent, with or without consent.
a. True
b. False
A
False
60
Q
- Failing to provide indirect supervision or a real estate inspector sponsored by the professional.
Look this up to clearly define and also define!
a. 22 TAC §535.22 (c)
b. 22 TAC §585.226
c. 22 TAC §535.226 (e)
d. 20 TAC §535.226 (f)
A
22 TAC §535.226 (e)
61
Q
- The promulgated inspection form is needed for commercial inspections.
a. True
b. False
A
False
62
Q
- Inspectors can use the TREC logo on their advertisements.
a. True
b. False
A
False
63
Q
- Inspectors should always be thinking of?
a. The next inspection
b. Themselves
c. The third party
d. Their client
A
Their client
64
Q
- Inspectors should with other inspectors.
a. Argue
b. Compete
c. Cooperate
d. Ignore
A
Cooperate
65
Q
- TREC the use of contracts for inspections.
a. Does not require
b. Issues
c. Suggests
d. Requires
A
Does not require
