Inspection

Question 1

What equipment would you usually take to site?

Answer 1

Notebook and pen, camera, disto, moisture meter, ladder

Question 2

What do you consider before undertaking an inspection?

Answer 2

• Am I competent to undertake the inspection?
• Am I formally appointed and insured?
• Have I carried out a risk assessment and method statement?
• Have I reviewed all available building information?

Question 3

What risks do you consider before undertaking an inspection?

Answer 3

• Lone working
• Asbestos
• Hazards with derelict and empty buildings
• Access to roofs and roof voids

Question 4

What would you consider when inspecting a property?

Answer 4

• The age of the property
• The building construction
• Any visible defects
• Any previous repairs
• Condition of the building
• Depending on the type of survey what remedial works are required.

Question 5

What inspection techniques are you aware of?

Answer 5

• Examine exposed timbers
• Inspect subfloor where possible
• Inspection of the roof void
• Visual inspection of service installations

Question 6

What guidance would you refer to for PPM inspections?

Answer 6

RICS professional standard - Planned Preventative Maintenance 2022 1st Edition

Question 7

What guidance is available for pre acquisition surveys?

Answer 7

RICS Professional Standard - Technical Due Diligence Of Commercial Property - 1st edition 2020