Sunday, December 14, 2008

Medical Assisting or The Home Inspection Book

Medical Assisting: Administrative and Clinical Competencies

Author: Lucille Keir

This proven comprehensive learning system covers all the administrative, clinical, and general competencies designated by ABHES and CAAHEP for the entry-level medical assistant. Coverage of the structure and function of each body system is included as well as associated diagnostic examinations and diseases and disorders. This exciting new edition covers the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and values necessary for you to become a successful, multi-skilled medical assistant.



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The Home Inspection Book: A Guide for Professionals

Author: Marcia Spada

THE HOME INSPECTION BOOK is designed to serve as a learning tool as well as a reference guide. This professional guide is a comprehensive yet self-paced handbook covering both the practice and the business of home inspection addressing all the key areas associated with the business of home inspection in this rapidly growing profession. In addition, this handbook also takes you step-by-step through the entire process of home inspection following the most current guidelines established by the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI), the National Association of Home Inspectors (NAHI) and the National Association of Certified Home Inspectors (NACHI).



Table of Contents:
Preface     ix
Instructions to the Student     xi
The Business of Home Inspection     1
An Introduction to the Professional Home Inspection     3
Key Terms / Learning Objectives     3
Home Inspection Defined     4
Your Questions Answered     4
Important Points     15
Chapter Review     16
Field Study Assignment     16
Review Questions     17
Answer Key     18
The Home Inspection Business     19
Key Terms / Learning Objectives     19
Owning Your Own Business     20
Types of Business Organizations     20
Protecting Yourself and Your Business     21
Employing Others     22
Operating a Home Inspection Office     23
Working for Others     23
Important Points     24
Chapter Review     26
Field Study Assignments 1-5     26
Review Questions     26
Answer Key     28
Land Use Regulations     29
Key Terms / Learning Objectives     29
Private Land Use Controls: Deed Restrictions     30
The Residential Subdivision     30
Public Land Use Controls     30
Police Power     30
Taxation     31
Eminent Domain     31
Power of Escheat     31
Local Authority     33
Zoning Classifications     33
Local Land Use Planning     31
Standards, Laws, and Regulations     34
Building Codes     34
Important Points     37
Chapter Review     38
Field Study Assignments 1-3     38
Review Questions     38
Answer Key     40
The Home Inspection Process     41
Home Inspection Procedure and Reporting     43
Key Terms / Learning Objectives     43
Gaining Experience     44
Learning from Others     44
Tools of the Trade     44
On-Site Equipment     45
Office Equipment     48
Home Inspection Procedure     49
Client Information Form     49
Pre-Inspection Agreement     51
Examining the Property     54
The Home Inspection Report     55
Checklist Report     55
Rating System Report     63
Narrative Report      63
Narrative Report with Checklist or Rating System     63
The Final Inspection Report     68
Important Points     69
Chapter Review     71
Field Study Assignments 1-4     71
Review Questions     72
Answer Key     74
Inspecting the Site     75
Key Terms / Learning Objectives     75
Industry Standards     76
Site Topography     76
Drainage and Grading     11
Slope     80
Soil Quality and Grading of Land     81
Groundwater and the Water Table     81
Footing Drain Tile     83
Landscaping     84
Trees     84
Shrubs and Flower Beds     84
Retaining Walls     85
Walkways, Driveways, and Other Paved and Masonry Areas     86
Steps and Stoops     87
Patios, Porches, Attached Decks, and Balconies     88
Patios     88
Porches     88
Decks     89
Balconies     90
Important Points     91
Chapter Review     92
Field Study Assignments 1-3     92
Review Questions     93
Answer Key     94
Inspecting the Exterior     95
Key Terms / Learning Objectives     95
Scope of the Exterior Inspection     96
Foundation and Footings     96
Foundation Walls     98
Slab-on-Grade Construction     100
Structure Framing     102
Flooring     103
Walls     104
Framing Types     107
Windows     108
Doors     110
Trim     111
Ceiling and Roof Framing     111
Flashing     113
Soffit, Fascia, and Frieze Board     114
Roofing Materials     116
Roof Projection Components     123
Chimneys     123
Skylights     125
Vent Stacks     126
Roof Vents     127
Exterior Covering     127
Aluminum and Vinyl Siding     128
Wood Siding     130
Brick     130
Stucco     131
Exterior Insulating Finish System     131
Important Points     131
Chapter Review     133
Field Study Assignments 1-2      133
Review Questions     134
Answer Key     136
Inspecting the Interior     137
Key Terms / Learning Objectives     137
Scope of the Interior Inspection     138
Basic Inspection Procedure     138
Doors and Locking Mechanisms     139
Walls, Ceilings, and Floors     142
Walls     142
Ceilings     145
Floors     147
Insulation and Vapor Barriers     149
Insulation Types and Locations     150
Vapor Barriers     152
Attic     152
Opening and Accessibility     153
Insulation     153
Wiring     153
Ventilation     154
Garage     156
Detached Garage     157
Doors and Door Operators     157
Basement     158
Crawl Spaces     159
Fireplaces and Solid Fuel Burning Appliances     160
Types of Fireplaces and SFB Appliances     160
Fireplace and SFB Appliance Components     162
Important Points     165
Chapter Review     166
Field Study Assignments 1-2     166
Review Questions     167
Answer Key     168
Inspecting the Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Systems     169
Key Terms / Learning Objectives     169
Scope of the Inspection     170
Plumbing System     170
Water Supply Systems     170
Sanitary Waste Systems     178
On-Site Wastewater Treatment Systems     181
Pipes     183
Heating Systems     187
Heating Fuel and Power     192
Air-Conditioning     197
Major Components     198
Combination Systems     198
Heat Pumps     199
Water Heaters     201
Types of Heaters     202
Kitchens and Bathrooms     203
Plumbing Fixture Types     206
Important Points     211
Chapter Review     213
Field Study Assignments 1-2     213
Review Questions     213
Answer Key     214
Inspecting the Electrical System     217
Key Terms / Learning Objectives     217
Scope of the Electrical Inspection     218
Inspection Procedure     219
Electricity      219
Conductors     220
Voltage and Amperage     220
Incoming Service     221
Service Entrance Cable     222
Grounding     223
Meter     225
Main Panel Board     226
Main Disconnect     227
Circuit Breakers and Fuses     229
Wiring Materials     235
Wire Size     235
Aluminum Wiring     235
BX Cable     237
Romex Cable     237
Conduit     237
Junction Boxes and Outlets     239
Outlets     240
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter     240
Smoke Detectors     242
Important Points     243
Chapter Review     245
Field Study Assignments 1-2     245
Review Questions     245
Answer Key     247
Recognizing Environment Issues     249
Key Terms / Learning Objectives     249
Environmental Testing Liability Issues     250
Air Quality     250
Urea Formaldehyde Foam Insulation     252
Biological Agents and Allergens     253
Water Quality and Flow     253
Toxic Elements and Real Property     254
Radon     255
Lead     258
Asbestos     259
Electromagnetic Fields     260
Underground Storage Tanks     261
Wood-Eating Pests     261
Termites     261
Powderpost Beetles     262
Carpenter Ants     262
Carpenter Bees     262
Important Points     263
Chapter Review     264
Field Study Assignments 1-2     264
Review Questions     265
Answer Key     266
Workbook and Study Guide     267
Instructions to the Student     269
Chapter-by-Chapter Review     271
50-Question Home Inspection Diagnostic Exam     327
Workbook Answer Key     333
American Society of Home Inspectors Standards of Practice     351
National Association of Home Inspectors Standards of Practice     359
National Association of Certified Home Inspectors Standards of Practice     369
Home Inspection Organizations     379
Glossary     381
Index     389

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