Conduct an assessment of the residence and the neighborhood. Use the following questions to help you conduct the assessment. Add any questions to this list that you think will help in conducting this assessment.
How many stories does the residence have?
What direction is the residence facing?
North
South
East
West
Are there any residences located near the target location?
Yes
No
Describe the residences
Where are these residences located?
North
South
East
West
Describe the location
Does the residence have a fenced backyard?
Yes
No
Are there any odd or unique entities about the backyard worth noting? (Examples are swimming pool, a lot of trash in the yard, vehicles in the yard).
Describe the details.
Once you have completed your assessment, compose a 3 – 4 page narrative that uses the information you compiled in your assessment and that answers the following questions:
If you were heading a SWAT team, in which direction would you advance to get to this house?
Is there a wooded area?
Is there any cover?
