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Inspection Flashcards

1
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What is the purpose of inspection?

A

important part of of the due diligence stage of surveying. in case of disrepair/ breach of tenancy

Valuation its important to understand the property properly for detailed report writing

agency to determine pricing and marketing

rent review- clause terms

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2
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What sets out the extent of an inspection?

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The terms of engagement.- Extent will vary according to purpose.

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What are the different methods of inspection?

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  1. prelims (desk based)
  2. external inspection- (comps, drive by, local area)
  3. internal inspection

For valuation i tend to do all for the majority of inspections starting prelim, external then internal

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How do you approach an inspection?

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  1. establish purpose of inspection
  2. extent from TOES
  3. desktop investigations- area, travel , risk,
  4. arrange access
  5. inspection locality
  6. inspect externally
  7. inspect internally

Take photos and notes throughout and ensure you keep a copy within HUB.

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5
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Tell me about a time you have advised your client following an inspection?

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Asbestos- in corrugated roof within a west bromwich industrial building constructed to 2000. with no asbestos management plan. I recommended a management plan is in place.

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building defects in Kidderminster- mixed use building within external defects, appeared like movement had occurred. I recommended a building survey was completed before building was considered suitable.

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What tools/equipment could you need on inspection?

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  1. laser
  2. note pad and pen
  3. camera
  4. phone
  5. PPE
  6. inspection checklist (VPGA 8)
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7
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VPGA 8?

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Valuation significant factors. part in redbook-

What i would include in a checklist
location, dimensions, access, site coverage, construction, age, accommodation, use

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8
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VPS2?

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section in red book about inspection and investigations relating to valuation. guidance

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9
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How do you stay safe inspecting alone?

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VW lone working policy

includes ensuring diary is up to date with location, contact details of who you are meeting.
we have a buddy policy and call someone prior and after inspection to check safety.

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10
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How did covid influence your inspections?

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I read covid guidance note.

I ensure i used common sense, tested prior to inspecitons, used correct ppe and minimised contact and followed government guidance.

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what is the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012?

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hazardous material can be fatal.

landlords/occupiers have a duty to manage it- commercial property must have a management plan.

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12
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what are some common contamination issues on inspection?

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Japanese knotweed- (common around railway) has shovel shaped leaves and purple flecks

environmental reports where necessary (industrial site history)

I usually recommend specialist guidance when in doubt

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13
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Key questions to ask yourself on inspection?

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  1. fire safety
  2. equality act 2000
  3. EPCs
  4. asbestos
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14
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What is a deleterious material?

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something that breaks down over time

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What is a hazerdous material?

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something that has the potential to cause harm

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16
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What does japanese knotweed look like?

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Spade shaped time, small purple shoots and rapid rate of growth

17
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what can you tell me about R22 air conditioner unit?

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R22 air conditioners are banned since 2015 as they are hazardous.

18
Q

how can you tell if a wall has a cavity in it?

A

You can see sometimes or can measure it

19
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What sort of location research are you looking at and how does it impact your inspection?

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Comparables - can go see nearby properties

potential risk - which affects PPE/ hazard prevention

planning portal which could improve efficiency

20
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What issues does asbestos cause (on inspection and in general)?

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respiratory issues if breathed in.

All properties need asbestos management plans/ removal to be occupied

21
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How does Japanese Knotweed impact a property?

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It spreads rapidly and because of this rapacious growth, it has been known to cause damage to building structures and substructures by targeting weak points, such as cracks in masonry, and attempting to grow through them.

22
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What are some of the notable aspects of the ex-care home at Handsworth Wood that were relevant to your exercise?

A

I had to come to Market value as it was now so mostly condition/description to anaylse on a comparable basis.
Also to understand if the conversion costs provided by the customer seemed realistic or not.

23
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What grade was the Smethwick industrial building?

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I don’t tend to advise on grades but I could descibe it for you, a steel portal frame 1980s industrial building with part brick part steel sheet elevations under a corrugated roof.

24
Q

How do you clarify the extent of your inspection work with the client?

A

Terms of engagement. VPS1

25
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What defects did you note in the Kidderminster Property?

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A large crack from the footing of the property to the roof. Seemed like some movement had occurred so I recommended a building/ structural surveyor review

26
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  1. What led you to consider asbestos in the corrugated roof? Which AMS did you recommend the client obtain and why?
A

I had received training from VW which showed a photo which appeared to be the same.

I spoke to the occupier who was unsure about an asbestos management plan. So i recommended if there was not one in place a specialist should be appointed and then a management plan put in place.

27
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What RICS guidance addresses cladding issues?

A

Valuation of properties in multi storey resi buildings w cladding (2021)

Addressed in Pii guidance too

28
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What is the current guidance on cladding?

A

after grenfell- cant be used for construction. You must have building assessed over 18 m or 6 storeys and have a ESW1 form

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