When you first arrive at a residential fire safety survey you should do what?

• A. Identify your name, title, organization, and your purpose.
• B. Immediately start inspecting rooms.
• C. Begin writing a report without introduction.
• D. Ask for payment.

Answer: (A)

The key idea is to establish who you are and why you’re there right when you arrive. Introduce yourself clearly by sharing your name, title, organization, and the purpose of the residential fire safety survey. This sets expectations, builds trust with the resident, and secures permission to enter and assess the home. It also helps protect privacy and keeps the visit focused and safe for both you and the occupants. Jumping into inspections without an introduction, starting to write a report prematurely, or asking for payment first can come across as intrusive or unprofessional and disrupt the flow of the visit.