Cal. Civ. Code § 410-38-5-5
Preparation for sampling
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Sec. 5. The qualified inspector shall ensure that all of the following have been removed from the contaminated property before sampling: (1) Carpeting and other floor covering. (2) Drapery. (3) Furniture. (4) Clothing. (5) Paper and textiles. (6) Food. (7) Other household goods. (8) Household hazardous waste as defined in IC 13-11-2-104.
Under 410 IAC 38 § 410-38-5-5, before any environmental sampling takes place at a contaminated property, a qualified inspector is responsible for confirming that a specific set of items has been cleared from the premises. These items include floor coverings, draperies, furniture, clothing, paper and textiles, food, general household goods, and household hazardous waste as defined under Indiana law. The rule establishes a standardized pre-sampling condition intended to ensure that test results accurately reflect contamination in the structure itself rather than in portable belongings.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers dealing with a contaminated property subject to 410 IAC 38 § 410-38-5-5 generally coordinate with the qualified inspector well in advance of any scheduled sampling date to confirm that all listed categories of items have been removed. Compliant operators typically document the removal process and maintain communication with the inspector to avoid delays or the need to reschedule. Ensuring the property is cleared of carpeting, furniture, clothing, food, and other enumerated items before the inspector arrives is a standard part of the remediation workflow under this rule.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
If you are a tenant at a property undergoing contamination sampling under 410 IAC 38 § 410-38-5-5, you have an interest in understanding that your belongings—including furniture, clothing, food, and household goods—must be removed before sampling occurs. Tenants in this situation may want to ask the property owner or inspector for a clear timeline and written notice of when removal is required so they can make appropriate arrangements. Tenant-rights organizations and the Indiana State Department of Health can be resources for understanding how this process intersects with your rights as an occupant during an environmental investigation.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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