scope:

This Standard sets out the minimum requirements for the visual inspection of residential buildings, and for the preparation of the appropriate property inspection reports.

Pre-sale or pre-purchase property inspections (visual and non-invasive) shall make provision for reporting on:

(a) Significant defects;

(b) Particular attributes;

(c) Gradual deterioration; and

(d) Significant maintenance required.

Also covered within the scope of this Standard are:

(a) Competency required to carry out inspections;

(b) Reporting outline, what the various reports should include;

(c) Reference Standards and other relevant documents; and

(d) Recommendations for a special purpose property inspection and report.