Stage 5 -Final Inspection
It is the builder’s responsibility to build to the NOAH standard. These are minimum standards of life safety, construction for temporary or permanent living and energy efficiency. It is the inspector’s responsibility to do his best to “inspect the build” and confirm in his opinion the home appears to meet the minimums. Builders are welcomed and encouraged to exceed the minimums.
The following is what to expect the inspector to look for:
Each inspection begins with a close up of VIN label
Inspection tips for final inspection.
Measure the total height and width of the unit one final time. The maximum width is 8’ 6”; maximum height is 13’6”. Total means total!!! Be sure to include overhangs and protrusions. This measurement will be done at the Stage 3 framing and the Stage 5 final inspection.
Note: Exceeding these measurements will require a special permit to move the home.
Each sleeping area must have a primary and a secondary means of egress. The secondary can be an Egress window. Please have the builder measure the secondary egress. It should be and elliptical 24” wide and 17” high minimum. NFPA 1192- Figure A.6.2.5.1 That opening is clear open area. If a roof widow is used it must also have a rope ladder or other means to get down. Label properly. (red handle and red letters EXIT)
How do we know it is a GFIC outlet if all we see is a sticker? A GFIC test plug can be used to test the outlet. Require the builder to plug it in the outlet. It will light up and show open wires and you can push a button to set off the GFIC.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mibiIDm4kQw outlet tester.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tm0xMHfx14o open neutral
If the unit is air tight check moisture control and ventilation to the outside. Some bath exhaust switches come on automatically if the humidity reaches a high level.
Protect water supply from freezing. NFPA 1192-7.3.6.2 to 7.3.6.3
Check the location of the potable water supply inlet. NFPA 1192-7.3.8.3 This will apply ONLY if we are inspecting the home as an RV
Swinging shower doors open out. NFPA 1192- 7.2.4.8
Final complete product—including picture of title or certificate of origin for trailer
Roof—ridge caps, drip edge, rakes, screw pattern, flashing
Siding—proper trim and seals
Electrical—check panel for proper breakers and loads, check for GFCI outlets, switches, external wire in conduit or UF
Accommodations—toilet, shower, cooking source and sink
Heating and/or cooling source
Windows must be tempered glass, covered with safety film, or have shutters or means of covering for travel, (Can simply be 1/4″ plywood, or plastic panels.)
Smoke detector and Dangerous gas detectors if gas is being used
Moisture Control System
Fire Extinguisher Requirements:
Use a standard ABC fire extinguisher; must be in plain view and mounted within 2 feet from the entrance door.
What is GAF liberty shingle? It looks like roll roofing.