Applicants must demonstrate knowledge and application of:

• Relevant National, Provincial and Municipal Acts;
• National Building Codes, Standards and Specifications;
• Law enforcement – specific powers of the inspector and procedures required to address deviations and non-compliances in terms of the approved plans, codes or Acts;
• Inspection processes to ensure that building projects meet the structural, safety, fire protection, energy saving and accessibility requirements of the National Building Regulations;
• Communication skills in order to:
  • co-ordinate site inspections with other departments (fire, health, sewerage).
  • advise on building-related issues, specifically regarding approved building plans to reduce technical risks and prevent construction errors.
  • address complaints and respond to building-development related correspondence in an effective and efficient manner.
  • Documentation processes to:
    • give assurance that building projects achieve legal building certification.
    • issue relevant Certificates of Occupancy.
    • prepare site inspection reports and legal notices in cases of unauthorised building work or building regulation contraventions.
    • serving legal notices in the correct manner including attending court where deemed necessary.
  • The principles of quality control and quality assurance;
  • The requirements for proper construction health and safety practises and the necessary steps required to correct/prevent unsafe conditions;
  • Innovative construction technologies.

Identification of Work for Certified Building Inspectors

Certified Building Inspectors shall be able to perform the following standard services under the following stages:

STAGE 1: Project Initiation and Briefing
Definition: Agreeing Client requirements and preferences, assessing User needs and options, appointment of necessary Consultants in establishing project brief, objections, priorities, constraints, assumptions and strategies in consultation with the Client.

Standard Services: Not applicable

STAGE 2: Concept and Feasability
Definition: Finalisation of the project concept and feasibility;

Standard Services: Not applicable

STAGE 3: Design Development
Definition: Manage, co-ordinate and integrate the detail design development process within the project scope, time, cost and quality parameters.

Standard Services: Not applicable

STAGE 4: Tender Documentation and Procurement
Definition: The process of establishing and implementing procurement strategies and procedures, including the preparation of necessary documentation for effective and timeous execution of the project.

Standard Services: Not applicable

STAGE 5: Construction Documentation and Management
Definition: The management and administration of the construction contracts and processes, including the preparation and co – ordination of the necessary documentation to facilitate effective execution of the works.

Standard Services:
Restricted to Inspections of single-storey buildings and multi-storey building of not more than two (2) storeys (in accordance with SANS 10400-Part A20 Section 3 sub-section 3.6):

Pre-Construction

• Obtain and use an approved plan to inspect conformance of the building to statutory requirements.

During Construction

• Inspect the condition of the soil, depth and width of footings prior to casting of foundation with rational design and performance requirements of the National Building Regulations.
• Inspect the quality of the building construction with respect to foundation/slab, brickworks, roof structure and services to ensure compliance with rational design and performance requirements of the National Building Regulations.
• Verify levels, alignment, and elevation of structures and fixtures to ensure building compliance.
• Identify and respond to non-compliance in building construction and usage.
• Select and use relevant instruments to check quality of building materials and products.
• Identify, record and compile reports.
• Compile court reports on non-compliance(s) and non-conformance(s) with legal and regulatory requirements on building construction.
• Testify and witness in a court of law.

Deliverables:

• Ability to interpret all relevant construction drawings;
• Understanding of different appropriate building methods, materials and techniques;
• Understanding of different soil classifications;
• Understanding and application of relevant SANS standards;
• Supporting documents and photographic evidence for inspection of building.

STAGE 6: Project Close Out
Definition: The process of managing and administering the project close out, including preparation and co – ordination of the necessary documentation to facilitate the effective operation of the project.

Standard Services:
Restricted to Inspections of single-storey buildings and multi-storey building of not more than two (2) storeys (in accordance with SANS 10400-Part A20 Section 3 sub-section 3.6).

Post Construction

• Inspect structural integrity of building;
• Inspection for quality of building materials;
• Compile a report on findings;
• Co-ordinate site inspections and approvals in collaboration with relevant departments/authorities;
• Follow up on closing out of relevant defect liability complaints.

Deliverables

• Relevant certificates in all trades;
• Record of audits during defects liability period.