Residential Valuation - Cladding and Interpreting EWS

68.00 GBP

5.0 Hours Formal CPD

This resource is included when you have an active subscription to our Development Package / Member CPD Support Package.

Attain an understanding of EWS requirements from a valuer’s perspective.

Learning outcomes

  • Comprehend the legal and regulatory framework relevant to External Wall Systems (EWS) inspections
  • Summarise the key RICS documentation to EWS assessments
  • Identify when and where an EWS1 should be required
  • Demonstrate the rationale why an EWS1 form should be required
  • Consider risk factors and use more appropriate wording in the valuation report
  • Identify different types of materials and cladding and associated risks
  • Understand the role of and application of related RICS valuation guidance.

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    Course information

    Why is this topic important?

    RICS published guidance note “Valuation of properties in multi-storey, multi-occupancy residential buildings with cladding” for valuers on 8 March 2021 and has been working with UK government and other stakeholders to ensure the guidance is implemented.

    In line with the industry requirements and guidance, this course is designed to help RICS valuer members in this field decide whether a particular building should require an EWS1 form. The course will cover the legal and regulatory framework and the assessment requirements relevant to the EWS1 decision. By working through a series of case studies, you will be able to identify different types of materials and cladding, serving to underpin your professional judgement as to whether or not to request an EWS1 form.

    Who is this course aimed at?

    RICS valuers, based in the UK, providing residential valuation advice in secured lending instructions, who need to refresh and/or upskill their knowledge and ability to identify different types of materials and cladding as well as common pitfalls and risks. 

    Course Content

    Module 1 Legal and regulatory framework

    • Part 1. The background to fire safety and EWS1 forms
    • Part 2. Legal & regulatory summary and RICS guidance
    • Part 3. Assessing the requirement for an EWS1 form
    • Part 4. Risk and liability

    Module 2 Cladding, EWS Identification

    • Part 1. Cladding, EWS systems
    • Part 2. Construction Technologies
    • Part 3. Practical Scenarios

    Reading Library

    Course Level

    Foundation; Intermediate

    Method of Study

    The course is delivered online and designed to be flexible around your existing commitments. Course elements such as eLearning, reading, case studies, and quizzes can all be attempted at a time and a place that suits you, and we provide the course structure proven to help learners proceed with ease.

    Additional information

    Languages: English

    Category: Real Estate

    Price: 68.00 GBP

    Member price: 0.00 GBP

    Course Type: E-Learning