Some of the topics covered during the training modules

MODULE 1

Introduction to roles of Domestic Energy Assessor and Home Inspector – working in an effective manner – professional ethics – time and resource management – maintaining and developing quality business relationships – introduction to the Law of Property and the property market – health and safety responsibilities of the Home Inspector – security of self, others, property and information.

MODULE 2

Preparing for Home Inspections – taking and declining instructions – sources of business – introduction and involvement of relevant parties – excluded property types – making an Inspection contract – administration and contract conditions – pre-inspection detail – risks to the Home Inspector – property records – adjoining properties – acting upon relevant matters – client feedback – confirmation of appointments.

MODULE 3

How to recognise residential construction types - housing construction technology past and present – estimating the age of property – plumbing and electrical services past and present – substructure including soil type and foundations – superstructure including walls, roofs, floors and basements – internal features including stairs, finishes, renderings, windows and doors – external features including paths, drives and chimneys.

MODULE 4

Core skills in identifying property defects – analysis of defect types including materials, installation and design – defects in common materials including brickwork, stonework, concrete, bitumen, plastics, metal and timber – dampness and structural movement – internal defects including floors, walls, stairs, moulds and fungi – external defects including roofs, gutters, walls and doors.

OPTION TO
QUALIFY AS DOMESTIC ENERGY ASSESSOR
AND COMMERCIAL ENERGY ASSESSOR

MODULE 5

The law and legislation influencing the work of a Home Inspector – common law rights, negligence and other torts, the history of public health and housing legislation - current Building Regulations and construction standards – Planning, environment and neighbours – tour of the local area and training in assessing the construction and condition of property and key indicators of construction dates followed by group discussion and analysis.

MODULE 6

Undertaking the Home Inspection and completing an assessed Home Condition Report – preparing for the Inspection – use of tools and equipment – initial view of property – seller’s questionnaire – on-site observed inspection of building and site area – reviewing notes and photographs and addressing queries – calculation of insurance rebuilding costs – interpretation of findings and deciding condition ratings – finalising the HCR – archiving records – on-site practical ‘assessed inspection’ followed by individual feedback and analysis.

QUALIFY AS HOME INSPECTOR

MODULE 7

Commercial Energy Assessor Level 3 training – relevant Government legislation – structure of commercial buildings – zoning data entry requirements – introduction to Building Services such as lighting and control systems – undertaking an observed Commercial Energy Assessment including on site data collection, supporting site notes and photographs – use of iSBEM software to current industry standards – Portfolio of Evidence requirements – guidance on completing the Level 3 Diploma.

QUALIFY AS COMMERCIAL
ENERGY ASSESSOR

MODULE 8

Flood Risk Assessor training – Introduction to flood risk management – Environmental Agency and Local Authority flood risk management planning issues – production of flood condition surveys as required by Chartered Institute of Loss Adjusters (CILA) – practical survey techniques and condition survey requirements for flooded properties – assessment survey techniques for properties at risk due to inadequate or defective drainage systems – future personal development for flood risk management.

QUALIFY AS FLOOD RISK ASSESSOR

Summary and guide only – content and order of modules may change.