(2) How to be a good witness; and
(3) "Do's" and "don'ts" of testifying;
xix. Legal rights of owners and tenants;
xx. When a search warrant is required and how it is obtained:
(1) Specific instances requiring warrants;
(2) Applications to be presented; and
(3) Manner of issuance;
xxi. Duties and legal responsibilities of a good inspector:
(1) Enforcement of applicable codes;
(2) State laws and responsibilities therefor; and
(3) Responsibilities enumerated in codes;
xxii. Technical mathematics, Standard course, calculations and formula used in
zoning and housing code work.
2. Housing code official: The listed subjects are additional prerequisites for licensure as a
housing code official and reflect a higher level of learning that is commensurate with the
additional duties and responsibilities of a code official level.
i. Effective means of obtaining and maintaining liaison between the housing and
building inspection agencies and other related agencies, that is, utilizing staff meetings,
consultations, sharing information and joint field activities;
ii. Resources to utilize and to develop proper interpretations of technical provision of
housing codes;
iii. Analyzing and interpreting the housing code and other code ordinances that apply
to buildings;
iv. Building construction materials, methods and techniques:
(1) Various construction materials and their uses;
(2) Structural considerations in the use of various materials; and
(3) Construction methods and specifications;
v. Plan examination for compliance with all codes enforced by the agency:
(1) Systematic approach;
(2) Documents that are required;
(3) Areas of concern;
(4) Use of checklists; and
(5) Corrections and revisions;
vi. Effective cooperation and interaction with municipal officials, agencies, residents
and