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Home Inspection

Category - Analysis & Reporting

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When inspecting components and systems, safety is a primary concern. Which of the following conditions is considered the WORST safety hazard?

Stairways with no handrails
Deck that is leaning
Attic that is not ventilated
Heat exchanger with a pinhole

Explanation

Answer: D - When inspecting components and systems, safety is a primary concern. The worst safety hazard above is a heat exchanger with a pinhole. Any type of defect in a heat exchanger is dangerous. Carbon monoxide leakage is possible even with the tiniest of defects. Recommend that the heat exchanger not be used until it can be repaired or replaced.

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