NSPIRE for Vouchers
Description
This program is designed for the Housing Choice Voucher Program that is now required to implement the new inspection program known as National Standards for the Physical Inspections of Real Estate (NSPIRE). This is not the Public Housing programs course.
HUD has begun a complete review and revamp of the Real Estate Assessment Center (REAC) inspection protocols for HCV and other assisted housing programs. This training will help attendees understand the new standards, the scoring system and the impact of the deficiencies identified during the inspection. Agencies are completely transitioning from HQS to NSPIRE and need to start preparing for the implementation of NSPIRE.
During this training, participants will learn about the new NSPIRE protocol, including the new 63 standards, types of deficiencies, impact on the scoring, and administration. The training will include photos of actual deficiencies so individuals will understand the new criteria, and the differences between life-threatening, severe, moderate and low. The 3 areas of inspection will be covered – Outside, inside, and unit.
Get your agency ready for implementing the new protocol — We will take you deep into the standards, the impact of each deficiency, and provide methods to focus on and correct life-threatening and severe conditions to improve an agency’s scores.
Objectives
After completing this training, participants will be able to:
- Provide a greater understanding of the new inspection requirements and standards
- Provide methods to improve the scores of the Housing Choice Voucher Program
- Obtain a better understanding of inspectable areas and the levels of deficiencies
- Provide foundational information that can be used by all personnel as a guide to the standards and processes
Who Should Attend?
- Housing Choice Voucher Executive Directors of small agencies who conduct inspections
- HCV Directors of Operations of small agencies who conduct inspections
- Housing Choice Voucher Inspectors
- Housing Choice Voucher Managers
- HCV Maintenance Supervisors
- Maintenance Personnel
Agenda
| Module | Topics |
|---|---|
| Module 1 – NSPIRE Policy for HCV Programs | -Inputs and processes. -Rules and notices. -Provisions and procedures. |
| Module 2 – NSPIRE Standards | -Changes from HQS to NSPIRE. -Organization of standards. -Affirmative requirements. |
| Module 3 – The Alphabet of NSPIRE: A-C | -Bathtub and shower. -Cabinet and storage. -Call-for-aid system. -Carbon monoxide. -Ceiling. -Chimney. -Cooking appliances. |
| Module 4 – The Alphabet of NSPIRE: D-F | -Doors and drains. -Egress and electrical. -Elevators and exit signs. -Fence and gate. -Fire escape and extinguisher. -Flammable items and floors. -Food preparation. -Foundation and garage. |
| Module 5 – The Alphabet of NSPIRE: G-L | -Grab bars, guardrails, and handrails. -Heating, ventilation, air conditioning. -Infestations. -Leaks and lighting. -Litter. |
| Module 6 – The Alphabet of NSPIRE: M-R | -Minimal electrical. -Mold and parking. -Lead-based paint. -Large and small surfaces. -Private roads and driveways. -Refrigerators and retaining walls. -Roof assembly. |
| Module 7 – The Alphabet of NSPIRE: S-Z | -Sharp edges. -Sidewalk, walkway, ramp. -Sinks and site drainage. -Smoke alarm and sprinkler assembly. -Steps and stairs. -Structural systems. |
| Module 8: Protocol for Deficiencies | -Deficiency rationales. -Determinations and inspectable areas. -Criteria and addressing deficiencies. |
| Format | Length | CEUs |
| In-Person or Virtual Classroom | In-Person: 3 Days Online: 18 Hours | 2.0 |