Prepare for energy assessment of domestic property

Question 1

Explain the principles of Green Deal and the role of the EPC within Green Deal

Answer 1

It is a loan with No upfront cost which allows people to implement Energy Efficiency savings improvements. The role of the EPC is that it identifies the improvements

Question 2

State which part of the building regs RDSAP readers to

Answer 2

Part L- conservation of fuel and power

Question 3

List the names of three accreditation bodies that provide a service to qualified DEAs

Answer 3

Elmhurst

Stroma

Quidos

Question 4

State the target emission reduction rates set by the UK government and the timescale

Answer 4

Net zero by 2050

Question 5

State how long an EPC is valid

Answer 5

10 years

Question 6

State how long data must be stored

Answer 6

15 years

Question 7

Identify 3 sources where information can be obtained prior to surveying a dwelling

Answer 7

Google maps

Zoopla/ right move

Planning portal

Question 8

Describe the alternative to RDSAP and the circumstances where this alternative methodology could be considered for a client

Answer 8

sap. Non domestic EPCs

Question 9

Describe the course of action that is available to the client if an alternative methodology were sought

Answer 9

Refer to a qualified and accredited assessor

Question 10

Explain why ratings and recommendations may differ from past assessments due to changes in methodology or legislation and other circumstances

Answer 10

Building regs change

Fuel costs change

Technical changes to a property

Methods of recording data by an assessor

Question 11

Identify two different sources of information relating to the Energy performance of a property that can be investigated

Answer 11

Certification (CIGA, Swigs, Fensa)

Planning portals

Question 12

Describe how to evaluate information in order to decide whether it is reliable for assessment

Answer 12

Competent source

Backed up in writing

Question 13

Explain how to clarify and confirm the expectations of the client

Answer 13

Talk and communicate (email and verbally)

Question 14

Explain the importance of confirming I writing the arrangements agreed between the DEA and the customer

Answer 14

It forms a contract

Question 15

Explain the types of information that it is important to obtain in order to generate an accurate EPC

Answer 15

Build Age

Heating type

Wall construction

Measurement

Fuel type

Question 16

Explain why it is important to ensure that you have access to the most up to date version of the RDSAP software and associated reference materials

Answer 16

Reflects latest regulations, technologies, methodologies

Question 17

Name one geographical or environmental element that affects the Rev one rations for the property

Answer 17

Rural effects for wind turbine recommendations