non inspector at inspections

**Dave Hill** · 06-28-2012, 06:39 PM

Hi Guys and Girls!
It looks like I will need to have some in-office surgery at my doctor. Not sure when I will have this, but my doc knows I'm an inspector and says I won't be able to carry ladders and strenuous stuff for at least 2 weeks.
Question: is it unethical to have a helper, not an inspector, to help you during an inspection?
Just wondering. (sounds like a dumb question, but I've never had a helper)

Thanks!

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**Jim Luttrall** · 06-28-2012, 06:43 PM

No problem as long as they are under your direct supervision and not "inspecting" just accommodating your disability.

**Matt Kiefer** · 06-28-2012, 08:38 PM

I see nothing unethical about having a helper...good luck!

**Welmoed Sisson** · 06-29-2012, 04:31 AM

Not an issue at all. The inspector's name is on the report and is the one taking responsibility for its completion. We've had this issue a once, when Bob wasn't able to drive or carry ladders; our college-age son went along as his assistant.

**Garry Sorrells** · 06-29-2012, 04:50 AM

Your Client may be wondering if they are paying to much when you show up in a Llimo with a Driver. Then really worry as the Driver carries your bag while a stenographer takes dictation..... Or on the other hand it does add an air of professionalism...

The seller has a potential liability while anyone is on their property... but that is not your worry.

**Kerry Staudt** · 06-29-2012, 04:53 AM

Rather than paying a helper, look for a new inspector that wants ride-along inspections. This way the helper pays you.

**Scott Patterson** · 06-29-2012, 05:11 AM

Originally Posted by Dave Hill

Hi Guys and Girls!
It looks like I will need to have some in-office surgery at my doctor. Not sure when I will have this, but my doc knows I'm an inspector and says I won't be able to carry ladders and strenuous stuff for at least 2 weeks.
Question: is it unethical to have a helper, not an inspector, to help you during an inspection?
Just wondering. (sounds like a dumb question, but I've never had a helper)

Thanks!

Dave, you need to check with the BTR... AZ has some quirks in it's license law that other states do not have, so I would clear it with them first.