Inspection

Question 1

Equipment you would use on inspection?

Answer 1

LRV monitor
Laser measure
tape measure
ipad/camera
moisture meter
hygrometer
Data logger
Ladder

Question 2

Types of surveys

Answer 2

Home buyers report
Condition survey
measured survey
delapidations survey
defects survey
damp and mould survey
snagging survey

Question 3

What general legislation should you consider when carrying out a survey?

Question 4

How would you know if your equipment was safe to use?

Question 5

When taking an instruction from a client to conduct a survey, what information would you require from them? What documents would you put in place to ensure there is agreement on the scope and extent of the work to be carried out.

Question 6

What information would you include in a letter of confirmation of an instruction to carry out a survey?

Answer 6

Parties
Dates
Fees
Purpose and scope
Exclusions

Question 7

What are the limitations of using a damp meter?

Answer 7

Designed for use on wood
Can’t be used on metal
Plaster rough guide:
below 20% good
21-27% medium
28% plus is high(ish)

Question 8

Explain how you have (would) carry out a measured survey on a property, including the checks you would put in place on your measurements?

Answer 8

Work clockwise
Using multiple colour pens to demarcate winodws, wall doors
Label each room
Running measurements - i.e. along full length of wall
Add up measurements and take external measurements to confirm
Take corner to corner measurements
take as many measurements as possible.

Question 9

Under what circumstances would an access survey be required?

Answer 9

Do I need an access audit? Commercial and retail businesses, in particular, should seriously consider an access audit. This applies to small, medium, and large companies.

Not only are audits useful for businesses wanting to ensure they can provide the best experience for disabled staff and visitors, but they are also useful for those who are unsure if they meet the minimum legal requirements.