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SANITATION INSPECTOR OC 1,2,3,4

SANITATION INSPECTOR (SPANISH SPEAKING) OC 1,2,3,4

1. EDUCATING AND INTERACTING WITH THE PUBLIC-These questions test for knowledge of techniques used to interact effectively with individuals and/or community groups, to educate or inform them about topics of concern, to publicize or clarify agency programs or policies, to negotiate conflicts or resolve complaints, and to represent one's agency or program in a manner in keeping with good public relations practices. Questions may also cover interacting with others in cooperative efforts of public outreach or service.

2. UNDERSTANDING AND INTERPRETING WRITTEN MATERIAL-These questions test for the ability to understand and interpret written material. You will be presented with brief reading passages and will be asked questions about the passages. You should base your answers to the questions only on what is presented in the passages and not on what you may happen to know about the topic.

3. PRINCIPLES OF LITTER AND GARBAGE CONTROL-These questions test for knowledge of the principles and practices involved in the fields of litter and garbage control, including proper and efficient litter control and garbage collection processes, types of materials typically found in litter and garbage, the proper classification, handling, and collection of these materials, and safe operating practices when working on litter control and garbage collection activities.

4. PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES OF SANITARY INSPECTION-These questions test for knowledge of the appropriate practices and methods to use when conducting sanitary inspections of various types of properties including residential and commercial buildings, yards, lots, sidewalks, driveways, alleyways, and street fronts, proper adherence to inspection procedures, dealing with residents, property owners, and businesses, procedures for handling violations, and inspection record keeping.

The New York State Department of Civil Service has not prepared a test guide for this examination. However, candidates may find information in the publication 'General Guide to Written Tests' helpful in preparing for this test. This publication is available on line at: https://www.cs.ny.gov/testing/testguides.cfm.

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