Professional Standards

Question 1

RICS professional standards - what are professional statements?

Answer 1

• These contain ‘musts’.
• Mandatory requirements along with details of regulatory interventions if standards are not met.

Question 2

RICS professional standards - what are guidance notes?

Answer 2

• These contain ‘shoulds’.
• Non-mandatory requirements, but recommendations on best practice.

Question 3

RICS professional standards - what are the assessment of professional competency standards?

Answer 3

• These are the requirements and guidelines relating to entry into the profession.

Question 4

RICS professional standards - what are data standards?

Answer 4

• These ensure software programmes and technology can adopt RICS standards into their offering.

Question 5

Why does RICS publish guidance notes?

Answer 5

• To outline best practice within the profession and advise surveyors on how to complete certain activities.

Question 6

Do chartered surveyors have to follow RICS guidance notes?

Answer 6

• They should be followed. Members should remain up to date to ensure they are competent.

Question 7

What is the RICS Black Book?

Answer 7

• A suite of guidance notes that define good technical standards for QS and construction professionals.