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    what key codes are required in the state of iowa and illinois

    Key codes are not specified in the HUD guidelines. The key codes are dictated by the M&M responsible for the area and/or the company requesting the work. Work orders should state the key code to use; if not, check the company's "contractor manual" for their policy on key codes.

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    When are proerties in California winterized?

    When are properties in California winterized?

    HUD regulations state "Winterize properties above 2,000 feet only." There is no mention of the time of the year to do this. Contractors in California that CubicYard has contacted about winterization state that only properties above 2,000 feet are considered for winterization and only from November to February.

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    What is the difference between health hazards and safety hazards?

    This is in no way official. It just came out one day in conversation and it seems to answer the question:

    Safety hazards are those things that can hurt you. Health hazards are those things that can make you sick.

    Some items, situations, environments, etc. can fall into both categories.
    Both health hazards and safety hazards have the potential to cause death.

    A short list of safety hazards:
    1.Loose/broken steps
    2. Missing/broken handrails
    3. Exposed wires
    4. Uncapped gas lines
    5. Uncapped water main
    6. Missing/buckling flooring
    7. Missing floor vent covers
    8. Loose/missing guardrails
    9. Broken glass in windows
    10. Falling ceiling tiles/drywall/plaster
    11. Water on floors
    12. Unstable porch/deck
    13. Broken glass

    A short list of health hazards:
    1. Decaying food
    2. More than 5 gallons of paint
    3. Flammables
    4. Feces
    5. Raw trash
    6. Tires
    7. Oil
    8. Paint thinner
    9. Batteries
    10. Propane tanks
    11. Unusually large amount of household chemicals

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    What do you do about a moldy refrigerator