Framework and regulations Flashcards
(27 cards)
What does RICS stand for?
Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors
Founded in 1868 and granted a Royal Charter in 1881.
What is the primary purpose of RICS?
To set and enforce professional standards in land, property, infrastructure, and construction globally.
When did the RICS Rules of Conduct come into effect?
2 February 2022.
List the five core rules of RICS Rules of Conduct.
- Honesty, Integrity, and Professional Obligations
- Maintaining and Acting Within Competence
- Providing a High Standard of Service
- Treating Others with Respect and Encouraging Diversity and Inclusion
- Acting in the Public Interest and Upholding Public Confidence
What is a Conflict of Interest (COI)?
When your impartiality is compromised by personal or confidential interests.
What is the process for managing a Conflict of Interest?
- Identify all parties and potential conflicts
- Disclose the conflict
- Seek consent or withdraw if necessary
- Document and monitor the situation
What does CHP stand for and what must it be?
Complaints Handling Procedure; it must be accessible, easy to understand, and regularly reviewed.
What is the primary UK legislation for workplace health and safety?
Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974.
What are the employer duties under HASAWA?
- Provide safe systems of work
- Offer training and PPE
- Maintain a safe working environment
What are the employee duties under HASAWA?
- Take reasonable care of themselves and others
- Cooperate with safety procedures
- Report hazards
What do the CDM Regulations 2015 aim to improve?
Health and safety in construction projects.
Who are the five Duty Holders in CDM Regulations?
- Client
- Principal Designer
- Principal Contractor
- Designers
- Contractors
What does RIDDOR stand for?
Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013.
What types of incidents must be reported under RIDDOR?
- Work-related deaths
- Major injuries
- Occupational diseases
- Dangerous occurrences (near misses)
What is the Building Safety Act 2022?
An act introduced in response to the Grenfell Tower fire that created the Building Safety Regulator.
What is GDPR?
General Data Protection Regulation (2018), governing personal data handling.
List the seven principles of GDPR.
- Lawfulness, fairness, transparency
- Purpose limitation
- Data minimisation
- Accuracy
- Storage limitation
- Integrity and confidentiality
- Accountability
What is HGCRA?
Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996.
What are key provisions of HGCRA?
- Right to interim payments
- Right to adjudication
- Ban on ‘pay-when-paid’ clauses
What does ADR stand for?
Alternative Dispute Resolution.
What are the methods of ADR?
- Negotiation
- Mediation
- Adjudication
- Arbitration
- Expert Determination
What does the Equality Act 2010 protect against?
Discrimination and ensures equal access to services and environments.
What is the purpose of Building Regulations Part M?
Sets minimum standards for accessibility in buildings.
What are some accessibility features mandated by Building Regulations Part M?
- Step-free access
- Door widths
- Accessible toilets
