Inspection L1

Question 1

Explain a key issue raised by RICS Surveying Safely.

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Question 2

How do you ensure you make appropriate access arrangements for inspections?

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Question 3

What things would you check before attending site for an inspection?

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Question 4

Briefly explain the construction of a recent building you have inspected.

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Question 5

What is the size of a brick?

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Question 6

How do you take good inspection notes when on site?

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Question 7

Tell me about how you would ensure safe working at height / on a site with working machinery.

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Question 8

What building characteristics do you look for when inspecting a property?

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Question 9

Tell me about the basic construction of a building you have recently inspected.

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Question 10

What are the usual sizes of floor and ceiling void in a new office building?

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Question 11

What does Grade A specification mean for an office?

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Question 12

What features would you expect to find in a Grade A specification office?

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Question 13

How do office Grade and Category differ?

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Question 14

What is the British Council for Offices?

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Question 15

What eaves height is desirable for an office building?

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Question 16

What is the normal floor loading for an office building?

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Question 17

How would the floor loading of an office differ to an industrial / warehouse unit?

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Question 18

What is an easement?

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Question 19

How would you find out about the existence of an easement?

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Question 20

What types of air conditioning would you find in a modern office building?

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Question 21

How can you tell if a wall is of solid or cavity construction?

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Question 22

What is a hidden valley gutter?

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A valley gutter is where two main roofs meet or where there is a change in roof direction. Valley gutters are generally considered to be a problem area.

Question 23

What problems can arise because of a hidden valley gutter?

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Leaves and branches get stuck in the gutter and cause blockage.

Question 24

What is a deleterious/hazardous material? Give an example of each.

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Question 25

What do dry and wet rot look like?

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Question 26

What is rising damp?

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Question 27

What is Japanese Knotweed and how would you identify is?

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Question 28

Why is Japanese Knotweed a problem?

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Question 29

What does the RICS say about Japanese Knotweed?

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Question 30

What does the law say about Japanese Knotweed?

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Question 31

What are your duties in relation to Japanese Knotweed?

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Question 32

How can you treat Japanese Knotweed?

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Question 33

What is the worst case scenario for Japanese Knotweed damage?

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Question 34

How can Japanese Knotweed impact upon value in your experience?

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Question 35

Can you tell me about any RICS guidance on contamination or environmental risk?

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Question 36

What is the general principle relating to contamination?

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Question 37

What signs would indicate that a site is contaminated?

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Question 38

What is an Environmental Impact Assessment? Why and when would you need one?

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Question 39

What is radon?

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Question 40

Where is radon typically found?

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Question 41

How can you reduce radon risk?

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Question 42

Tell me about what an inherent/latent defect is.

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Question 43

Why are building warranties important?

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Question 44

Tell me about your understanding of structural movement.

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Question 45

What is subsidence/heave?

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Question 46

Tell me about any risks relating to air conditioning.

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Question 47

Why might you inspect a building?

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Question 48

What are the primary matters to consider when inspecting a building?

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Question 49

Why is it important to use a checklist when inspecting?

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Question 50

What do you have on your inspection checklist?

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Question 51

How would you date a building?

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Question 52

What would you look out for in an office specification?

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Question 53

What would you look out for in an industrial specification?

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Question 54

What would you look out for in a retail specification?

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Question 55

What due diligence do you carry out prior to an inspection?

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Question 56

How do the RICS Valuation Global Standards 2020 relate to property inspection?

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Question 57

Tell me about the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012.

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