Inspectors look for the following:

• Smoke detectors

• Carbon monoxide alarms are installed in the common area outside of sleeping areas and on every level of the dwelling unit

• Electrical system has no apparent visual hazards

• All plumbing is functional with no apparent visual hazards

• All windows designed to be opened are operational

• All combustion appliances (furnace, hot water heater, dryer, etc.) are properly vented

• Secondary means of escape from sleeping areas exist with no exterior health or safety hazards