Conducting a Basic Housing Inspection

This module is a basic introduction to housing code inspections in Massachusetts that identifies the key elements of a complaint-based investigation and inspection. Additional training opportunities are available from MDPH Community Sanitation Program and the Local Public Health Institute of MA. The Minimum Standards of Fitness for Human Habitation (105 CMR 410.000) should always be reviewed prior to an inspection. If you have questions contact the MDPH Community Sanitation Program at info@MDPHDCS.com or (617) 624-5757.

Actors: Charlie Kaniecki and Claudia Sarti, Western Massachusetts Public Health Association

Project Management: Kathleen MacVarish, RS/REHS, MS, Director of Practice Programs, Boston University School of Public Health and Project Director, New England Alliance for Public Health Workforce Development

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Content and Scripting: Charlie Kaniecki, Claudia Sarti and Kathleen MacVarish

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