Home inspectors face various risks while performing their duties. Here are the most common ways they get hurt on the job:
1. Falls (Ladders, Roofs, Stairs)
- Climbing ladders to inspect roofs or attics
- Walking on steep or slippery roofs
- Falling through weak or rotted roofing materials
- Tripping on stairs or loose flooring inside the home
2. Electrical Hazards
- Contact with exposed wiring in electrical panels
- Getting shocked from improperly wired outlets or breaker boxes
- Inspecting old or malfunctioning electrical systems
3. Hazardous Materials & Poor Air Quality
- Exposure to mold, asbestos, lead paint, and other toxins in older homes
- Breathing in carbon monoxide from malfunctioning HVAC systems
- Inhaling dust, rodent droppings, or insulation particles in attics and crawl spaces
4. Animal & Insect Encounters
- Dog bites or aggressive pets at a property
- Getting stung by wasps, bees, or hornets in attics or exterior areas
- Bites from rodents or snakes in crawl spaces or basements
5. Structural Hazards
- Falling through weak flooring in attics, basements, or crawl spaces
- Getting trapped or injured in confined spaces with little ventilation
- Walls, ceilings, or staircases collapsing due to structural failure
6. Heat Stress & Cold Exposure
- Working in hot attics or unventilated spaces, leading to dehydration or heat exhaustion
- Inspecting homes in extreme cold, increasing the risk of frostbite or hypothermia
7. Chemical Exposure
- Inhaling fumes from old fuel tanks, leaking gas lines, or hazardous cleaning products
- Skin contact with chemicals in basements, garages, or HVAC systems
8. Trips & Slips
- Slipping on wet, icy, or cluttered floors
- Tripping over loose carpets, tools, or hidden obstacles
9. Being Struck by Objects
- Falling debris from deteriorating ceilings or walls
- Objects falling from shelves or storage areas in attics, basements, or garages
10. Vehicle-Related Accidents
- Car accidents while traveling between inspection sites
- Getting injured while loading/unloading ladders or tools from a vehicle
How Home Inspectors Minimize Risk
- Wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) like gloves, masks, and goggles
- Using harnesses and proper ladder safety techniques
- Carrying flashlights and CO/gas detectors to check air quality
- Avoiding dangerous areas (like weak roofs or unstable crawl spaces)
- Announcing presence when entering attics or basements to avoid animal surprises
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