A foreman should be thoroughly familiar with all phases of the work for all jobs. His responsibilities are:

To locate all areas which require insulation.

To locate any work areas that cannot be insulated or should be carefully avoided (i.e. recessed lighting fixtures, stud cavities containing heating, ventilation and air conditioning ducts).

To see that the insulation is properly applied to meet manufacturer's recommendations and in accordance with local codes and ordinances.

To make sure that all openings and other changes to the building are returned as closely as possible to their original appearance.

To assure that he and his crew perform their work with the least possible annoyance to the home owner.

To make a thorough survey of the job before starting any work and note any pre-existing damage to the property. To notify owner of damaged areas prior to installing insulation in those areas.

To request permission to enter the house and check the condition of interior walls and to suggest removal of dishes on shelves, mirrors, and pictures which might be dislodged during the application process.

To make sure all openings from the attic to the living space, or from sidewalls into living space, are covered and sealed.

To see that the other members of the crew conduct themselves in a workmanlike manner while the job is in progress. The conversation of the crew members should not disturb the occupants of the house. Under no circum- stances should the crew argue about how a job should be performed.

To obtain changes in the work orders in writing and have them signed by both the home owner and foreman.

To supervise the careful cleaning of buildings and grounds at job completion. It is generally an excellent idea for the the foreman to offer the home owner the opportunity of seeing those parts of the completed insulation job which are accessible.

To have the home owner or builder sign the contract or receipt which states that the job has been satisfactorily completed.

Frequently the foreman will be given leads to other prospective insulation purchasers.

Although it is not his specific responsibility, a good foreman never misses the opportunity to get his company's name to an interested prospect or to turn the prospect's name over to his boss.