General - Chapter 8 Lesson 2

Question 1

Abestos

Answer 1

fibrous material derived from a naturally occurring group of minerals

Question 2

Why was asbestos used

Answer 2

insulating, heat-resistant, and fire-resistant properties

Question 3

Is asbestos dangerous when undisturbed

Answer 3

no

Question 4

when does asbestos become dangerous

Answer 4

crumbled, making friable. Once inhaled they become trapped in lung tissue or the digestive tract (cancer possible)

Question 5

permanent solution to abestos

Answer 5

removal

Question 6

other solutions to abestos

Answer 6

encapsulation and enclosure

Question 7

what can be best when abestos is in good condition

Answer 7

monitor

Question 8

Lead

Answer 8

metallic element frequently used for pipes and plumbing prior to 19302

Question 9

Dangers of lead

Answer 9

digesting orr inhaling lead or lead dust caused various health issues

Question 10

Residential Lead-based Paint Hazard Reduction Act

Answer 10

requires real estate licensees, prop management companies, sellers, and landlords to disclose known lead paint hazards for home built prior to 1978

Question 11

steps if lead

Answer 11

disclose, lead in your home pamphlet, 10-day period to conduct lead paint inspection, include certain language in sales contract

Question 12

Radon

Answer 12

naturally occurring radioactive gas that emanates from rocks, soil, and water due to the decay of uranium (carcinogen - lung)

Question 13

how radon enters home

Answer 13

cracks or holes in the foundation, uncovered sump pumps and crawl spaces

Question 14

radon more of a problem in…

Answer 14

newer homes

Question 15

newer building codes may require…

Answer 15

radon mitigation systems be installed before issuing a building permit

Question 16

(Radon) Environmental Protection Agency recommends…

Answer 16

every house have a radon test performed every two years or after any lifestyle change or renovation

Question 17

Radon gas abatement

Answer 17

sealing cracks or may be necessary to install radon remediation system

Question 18

Carbon monoxide

Answer 18

natural byproduct of fuel combustion

Question 19

appliances that produce carbon monoxide should…

Answer 19

be checked routinely

Question 20

most effective method to monitor CO

Answer 20

CO detector

Question 21

Mold

Answer 21

fungus that can grow anywhere and on any organic material

Question 22

mycotoxins

Answer 22

toxic substances produced by some molds

Question 23

Stachybotrys

Answer 23

black mold, drywall, ceiling tiles, and wood

Question 24

Termites

Answer 24

may threaten structural integrity of the home

Question 25

If catch termites in early stages...

Answer 25

treatable

Question 26

Urea-Formaldehyde

Answer 26

clear chemical used in manufacture of building materials and home products, can release toxic fumes (gastrointestinal, respiratory, and skin issues)

Question 27

Exterior Installation and Finish Systems EIFS

Answer 27

common exterior siding systems used on homes as a cost-effective alternative to the more expensive stucco (don't allow to dry out resulting in mold and rot)

Question 28

olychlorinated Biphenyls PCBs

Answer 28

group of manufactured chemicals most commonly associated with/ electrical equipment (harmful effects on humans and animals)

Question 29

Chlorofluorocarbons CFCs

Answer 29

nontoxic, nonflammable chemicals used in aerosol sprays can damage heart, central nervous system, liver, kidneys, and lungs

Question 30

Methamphetamine

Answer 30

illegal drug, (meth lab) create dangerous fumes and toxic residue

Question 31

Ground water contamination

Answer 31

septic, underground storage tanks, furnace spills

Question 32

Electromagnetic Fields

Answer 32

created by moving electrical currents (linked to cancer and other health issues)

Question 33

Licensees are...

Answer 33

NOT required to report hazardous conditions to the EPA

Question 34

Based on the Residential Lead-based Paint Hazard Reduction Act, what must a seller do?

Answer 34

disclose any known lead-based paint hazards