building. Other inspector-safety                  equipment, such as gloves and                  coveralls,may also prevent contact            with mold and other contaminants.

• Examine doors, walls, windows, fioors and staircases to make sure that the flood damage inspections of building shows no signs of potential collapse. Inspect for loose plaster,
• drywall, and ceilings that may fall. Also, inspect the foundation for evidence of cracks and other structural damage that may render the building uninhabitable.
• Inspect for fire hazards, such as broken and leaking gas lines, flooded electrical circuits, and submerged furnaces and electrical appliances. Flammable and explosive materials
• may travel from upstream. Be aware that fire is the most frequent hazard in homes following floods.
• Inspect for electrical system damage, such as broken and frayed wires, and burned insulation. You can turn off the electricity at the main fuse box or circuit breaker. If you have to
• step in water to get to the fuse box or circuit breaker, call an electrician first for advice. Electrical equipment should be inspected by a qualified professional and dried before being returned to service.
• Inspect for sewage and water supply-line damage. If you suspect sewage lines during fiood damage inspections have been damaged, avoid using the toilets and instruct the client
• to call a plumber. If water pipes are damaged, instruct the client to contact the water utility company and avoid operating the tap.
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• Use caution while inspecting crawlspaces for a variety of reasons, such as the presence of mold, sewage, asbestos, chemicals, rodents, and the risk of structural collapse by I