During an inspection, inspectors typically do not move personal belongings, furniture, or stored items. These items may block access to certain areas or components.
Moving belongings can introduce safety concerns, liability risks, or unintended damage. As a result, inspections focus on areas that are safely accessible at the time.
Understanding this practice helps explain why some components may be reported as not visible or not fully evaluated.
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