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SURVEY QUESTIONNAIRE
“Survey of Lead Hazard Reduction Program Grantees”
OMB #2539-New
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Type and age of housing recruited
What is the most common dwelling type in which you conduct interventions?
Detached single-family
Rowhouse/townhouse
Duplex (2 units)
Triplex (3 units)
Fourplex (4 units)
Multifamily (more than 4 units)
1a. If 1f, what is the most common number of units?
5-9
10-19
20-49
50-99
100 or more
What is the most common age of units in which you conduct LHC interventions?
1960-1977
1950-1959
1940-1949
1920-1939
1900-1919
1899 or earlier
What is the most common age of units in which you conduct Healthy Homes interventions?
1960-1977
1950-1959
1940-1949
1920-1939
1900-1919
1899 or earlier
INTERIOR LHC intervention methods used and average intervention costs
Which of the following LHC methods do you use INSIDE homes (specify all that apply)?
No action
Cleaning and spot paint stabilization
Cleaning, full paint stabilization and floor treatments
Cleaning, full paint stabilization, floor treatment PLUS window treatment
Vinyl cap on sills
Paint removal
Jamb lining
Other (specify)
Cleaning, full paint stabilization, floor treatment, PLUS window replacement and wall enclosure/encapsulation
Enclose, encapsulate, or remove all lead-based paint
Remove all lead-based paint
Other (specify)
If no action is chosen, please specify:
Number of units under this grant with no action taken
Estimated number of additional units under this grant for which no action will be taken
For EACH LHC method selected, please specify
Number of units already treated under this grant
Estimated number of additional units to be treated under this grant
Average per-unit direct (contractor) cost of treatment
EXTERIOR LHC intervention methods used and average intervention costs
Which of the following LHC methods do you use on the EXTERIOR of homes, excluding soil treatment (specify all that apply)?
No action
Partial paint stabilization
Full paint stabilization
Full paint stabilization PLUS some enclosure, encapsulation, or removal
Enclose, encapsulate, or remove all lead-based paint
Remove all lead-based paint
Other (specify)
For no action, please specify:
Number of units under this grant with no action taken
Estimated number of additional units under this grant for which no action will be taken
For EACH LHC method selected, please specify
Number of units already treated under this grant
Estimated number of additional units to be treated under this grant
Average per-unit direct (contractor) cost of treatment
SOIL treatments used and average intervention costs
Which of the following soil treatments do you use (specify all that apply)?
Temporary cover (mulch, stone)
Temporary cover PLUS seed, install barriers to access (bushes, fencing)
Temporary cover, seed, install barriers to access (bushes, fencing) PLUS partial soil removal, re-sod
Complete soil removal or enclosure with asphalt or concrete,.
No soil treatments
Other (specify)
For no soil treatments, please specify:
Number of units under this grant with no soil treatments
Estimated number of additional units under this grant with no soil treatments
For EACH soil treatment selected, please specify
Number of units already treated under this grant
Estimated number of additional units to be treated under this grant
Average per-unit direct (contractor) cost of treatment
HOUSING ASSESSMENT METHODS FOR EVALUATING NON-LEAD HAZARDS
If you have a Healthy Homes Supplement (HHS) grant, did your program use a standardized assessment tool or tools to identify residential health and safety hazards in assessed units (Y/N)?
If No, skip the following question
Which of the following tools was used?
Healthy Homes Rating System (HHRS) (HUD)
Pediatric Environmental Home Assessment (HUD)
Essentials for Healthy Homes Practitioners tool
Healthy Homes Assessment Checklist (CDC)
Surgeon General’s Healthy Homes Assessment Checklist (HHS)
Other standardized assessment tool (specify)
We developed our own assessment tool (specify)
CDC/EPA/HUD Asthma Home Checklist
HEALTHY HOMES HAZARDS MOST FREQUENTLY IDENTIFIED
Please select the THREE MOST FREQUENTLY IDENTIFIED healthy homes hazards in the units you assessed. For each hazard identified, please provide:
The approximate fraction of homes (% of dwelling units) under this grant for which the hazard was identified.
The average cost per dwelling unit for remediating the hazard.
The interventions typically conducted to remediate the hazard (check all that apply).
Fire safety issues (missing, non-working or insufficient number of smoke detectors; lack of (working) fire extinguisher; egress issues ____%
Carbon monoxide issues (missing, non-working or insufficient number of CO detectors, high CO levels) ____%
Gas leaks____%
Slip/trip/fall hazards (missing stair rails, area rugs/mats not skid-resistant, no window guards/stops on upper stories, bathrooms without grab bars) ____%
High hot water temperature (130◦F or higher) ____%
Electrical hazards (frayed wiring, multiple extension cords/power strips, frequent fuse/circuit breaker trips) ____%
Radon ____%
Asbestos____%
Mold and/or moisture problems____%
Pest infestation (cockroaches, mice or rats, bed bugs) ____%
Systems and structural issues (HVAC, roof issues, structural integrity) ____%
Other (specify) ____%
INTERVENTIONS TYPICALLY CONDUCTED TO REMEDIATE HAZARD
Fire safety issues
Install smoke detectors
Replace batteries in smoke detectors
Provide/replace fire extinguisher
Install barriers to reduce contact with flames and hot surfaces
Address egress issues, e.g., repair fire escape
Other (specify)
Carbon monoxide issues
Install CO detectors
Replace batteries in CO detectors
Measure CO levels
Install/replace/repair CO source venting
Repair/replace CO source such as water heater
Other (specify)
Gas leaks
Repair gas leaks
Repair/replace combustion gas venting
Repair/replace gas appliances such as water heater or furnace
Other (specify)
Slip/trip/fall hazards (missing stair rails, area rugs/mats not skid-resistant, no window guards/stops on upper stories, and bathrooms without grab bars)
Install grab bars/handrails in bathroom
Install non-slip stickers in the bathtub or shower
Install/repair stairway handrails
Install/repair stairway components
Install/repair floor components
Install non-slip mats for rugs
Install child-safety gate(s) for stairs
Install window guards or stops
Install corner or edge guards
Install fall guards or rails for interior fall hazards
Install barriers for exterior fall hazard
Other (specify)
High hot water temperature
Reduce water temperature at water heater
Replace water heater thermostat
Other water heater repair (pressure relief valve or bad heating element)
Install temperature control valves in shower
Other (specify)
Electrical hazards
Install/repair electrical switch/receptacle plates
Child-proof electrical outlets
Repair electrical service grounding
Repair/replace fuse/breaker panel deficiencies
Replace wiring
Other (specify)
Radon
Measure Radon levels
Install radon mitigation system
Other (specify)
Asbestos
Asbestos abatement
Other (specify)
Mold and/or moisture problems
Repair/replace components causing moisture problems
Repair/replace components/surfaces damaged by moisture problems
Replace moldy components
Repair/replace gutters and/or related drainage components
Grade yard to direct water away from foundation
Install French drain
Repair roof leaks
Repair/install ventilation
Other (specify)
Pest infestation
Pest control by pest management professional
Pest control by grantee staff
Provide resident with pest control supplies and instructions for use
Other (specify)
Systems and structural issues
Replace HVAC filter
Repair/replace HVAC system
Install/repair screens
Install/repair storm windows
Remove/replace sources of VOCs
Repair/replace roof
Repair/replace components lacking structural integrity
Other (specify)
Other
Specify
Specify
Specify
Specify
EDUCATIONAL INTERVENTIONS TO IMPROVE RESIDENT BEHAVIOR/HEALTH
Do you provide educational interventions to improve resident behavior/health? (Y/N)
If Y, please specify all that apply and the approximate percentage of homes under this grant to which each applies.
Provide education and/or educational materials on smoking ____%
Provide education and/or educational materials on slips/trips/falls ____%
Interventions to address the presence of child/adult with asthma/other respiratory illnesses:
Provide education and/or educational materials ____%
Delivery of anti-allergy pillow and/or mattress covers ____%
Interventions to address cleanliness, clutter, and/or refuse hazards:
Provide education and/or educational materials ____%
Install cleanable surfaces (e.g., countertop/linoleum) ____%
Provision with cleaning supplies/equipment ____%
Provide education educational material on safe food preparation ____%
Education on safe storage/disposal of household wastes ____%
Education on safe storage/disposal of poisonous hazardous substances ____%
Education and/or educational material on electrical hazards ____%
METHODS FOR IDENTIFYING HIGH-RISK NEIGHBORHOODS
Which of the following methods do you use under this grant to identify neighborhoods at high risk of lead and healthy homes hazards?
Census data on housing age, income, race/ethnicity, and family composition to identify minority neighborhoods with older homes, lower income, and families with young children.
Locations of homes with children with elevated blood-lead levels (EBL).
Coordination with the local Health Department.
Other (Specify)
METHODS FOR RECRUITING HOUSEHOLDS
Which of the following methods do you use under this grant to recruit households into your program?
1. Advertising in community newspapers and on neighborhood/community websites
2. Local television advertising
3. Referrals of children with EBL from the local Health Department
4. Door-to-door recruiting in targeted neighborhoods
5. Solicitation by mail or telephone
6. Recruiting through community organizations
7. Other (Specify)
MAJOR BARRIERS TO PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION
Have you encountered major obstacles to program implementation (Y/N)?
If N, please skip to the next question.
Please select all applicable.
Insufficient number of certified LBP inspectors/risk assessors or other certified LBP contractors
Insufficient number of other, non-LBP, qualified contractors
Difficulty recruiting a sufficient number of program participants
Staffing shortages or hiring freezes in your organization
Lack of coordination with other housing programs, e.g., weatherization
Supply chain problems affecting/delaying interventions
Increased cost of materials
Natural disasters
Covid-19 restrictions imposed by local or State authorities
Other (specify)
USE OF PARTNERS IN PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION
Do you use partners (other than suppliers or contractors performing interventions) in program implementation (Y/N)?
If YES, please select all applicable partners
Health Department
Housing department
Weatherization program
Community organizations
Other non-profit organizations
Health insurance companies
Local utilities or energy companies
Medical care organizations
Marketing consultants
Recruitment consultants
Other (specify )
For each partner selected, how would you rate their effectiveness on a scale of 1-5, with 5 being most effective?
Have you encountered problems working with partners in program implementation (Y/N)?
If NO, please skip to the following question.
Please specify the problem(s) encountered (check all that apply)
Lack of timely response to requests
Failure to adhere to agreed schedules
Cost overruns
Poor quality work
Poor customer relations with residents
Fraud or other illegal activities
Staffing problems affecting their participation
Management turnover
Other (Specify)
SELF-EVALUATION EFFORTS OR PARTICIPATION IN OTHER RESEARCH EFFORTS
Have you conducted evaluation efforts on this grant (Y/N)?
If NO, please skip to the following question.
What evaluation efforts have you conducted (check all that apply)?
Durability of treatments (e.g., the integrity of paint repairs over time and the success of mold treatments in preventing the re-introduction of mold.)
Effectiveness of treatments over time (e.g., measuring post-intervention dust or soil lead levels over time; the ability of pest control treatments to keep homes pest-free)
For LHC treatments, monitoring resident children’s blood lead levels over time.
For healthy homes interventions, monitoring residents’ asthma control and/or asthma quality of life.
Measuring residents’ satisfaction with interventions conducted in their homes.
Asking residents to suggest improvements in the process or nature of interventions.
Other (Specify)
Have you participated in other research efforts related to this grant (Y/N)?
If YES, please specify if possible
Organization leading the research
Funding for your participation (if any)
Nature of your participation
Your level satisfaction with the project on a scale of 1-5, with 1 meaning very dissatisfied and 5, very satisfied.
Would you be willing to participate in an evaluation of HUD’s Lead Hazard Reduction Grant Program, assuming HUD would provide funding to cover the cost of your participation AND that your participation would not affect your ability to obtain LHR grants in the future (Y/N)?
If YES, what level of participation would you be comfortable with (assuming HUD funding)?
Providing access to records of interventions with no further participation, other than to respond to questions about the records?
Recruiting homes to participate in the evaluation
Collecting data from residents in participating homes
Conducting sampling in participating homes
Other (specify)
If NO, please specify circumstances in which you WOULD participate, if any.
This question can be skipped if they put nothing in the text box.
SUCCESS IN OBTAINING OTHER SOURCES OF FUNDING TO SUPPORT LEAD AND HEALTHY HOMES PROGRAM ACTIVITIES
Have you solicited funds for lead and healthy homes activities from sources other than HUD (Y/N)?
If YES, were you successful in obtaining funds (Y/N)?
If YES, what was the approximate amount of funding obtained in the last 3 years?
Less than $25,000
$25,000 to less than $100,000
$100,000 to less than $500,000
$500,000 or more
What type of organization provided funding (specify all applicable)
Philanthropic foundation
Individual donor
For-profit business
Local government agency
State government agency
Federal government agency other than HUD (for example, EPA or CDC)
How much funding was provided by each type of organization?
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