Disciplinary Procedure

Question 1

which board is responsible for regulating the surveying profession?

Answer 1

RICS
standards and regulation board

Question 2

where is the disciplinary procedure set out?

Answer 2

RICS Regulatory Tribunal Rules, 2022

Question 3

3 levels of disciplinary action?

Answer 3

1. Action by head of regulation 2. Disciplinary Panel 3. Appeal Panel

Question 4

4 actions by head of regulation of the RICS

Answer 4

Serve a fixed penalty notice / regulatory compliance order / action by disciplinary panel

Question 5

what method is for more serious breaches?

Answer 5

Disciplinary panel drawn from independent regulatory tribunal

Question 6

what penalties are available for serious breaches?

Answer 6

regulatory compliance order / fine / expulsion

Question 7

What is the RICS guidance called on Social media?

Answer 7

use of social media: Guidance for RICS member 2021

Question 8

example of social media activity which may cause reputational harm?

Answer 8

discrimination / bullying / posting something on a personal social media account which is discriminatory

Question 9

can disciplinary action be taken by the RICS?

Answer 9

Yes if they it is felt it may cause damage to public profession