1. Equipment cleaning charges are not allowed by the SFIP (Standard Flood Insurance Program) as they are “included” in the unit price.

• True
• False

2. It is best to prepare flood damage estimates for a National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claim in which fashion?

• Line items should be in a different order from room-to-room.
• Room scopes are completed and documented in whatever order the estimator prefers.
• Scopes should be done in a logical order mimicking a virtual walkthrough.
• Start with the unaffected areas and items, and move into the major repair needs toward the end.

3. Thermal imaging or infrared cameras can help restorers:

• See temperature differences within walls that may indicate moisture.
• Can help cut inspection time way down by pinpointing specific areas where moisture meters should be used.
• Give a clear picture of the problem to adjusters, insurance agents, and the property owner that you otherwise couldn’t see with the naked eye.
• All of the above

4. According to CoreLogic, 2016 was an above-average year for flooding. Which was the biggest flood-related event that year?

• Hurricane Matthew
• Louisiana Flood
• Housing Flood
• Sabine River Basin Flood

5. Which is not an effective technique to maximize drying efficiency during a large loss project?

• Loop Drying
• Target Drying
• Doubling Equipment
• Injection Drying

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