Health & Safety for Surveyors and Property Inspectors - Hot Topic Highlight (RICS APC)

In this essential video for property professionals, Jen Lemen BSc (Hons) FRICS covers the critical health, safety and welfare responsibilities required when inspecting properties and working on site. Originally written as a feature article for the Institute of Revenues, Rating and Valuation (IRRV), this video provides practical guidance on statutory duties, risk management and personal safety protocols in line with the Health & Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and RICS Professional Standard Surveying Safely (2nd Edition). Whether you are preparing for your RICS Assessment of Professional Competence (APC), fulfilling your annual CPD requirements or looking to refresh your day-to-day inspection procedures, understanding these core principles is vital for protecting yourself, your colleagues and the public. Key Topics Covered: Statutory frameworks Safe person concept Desktop v dynamic risk assessments Safe systems for lone working, site visits and access equipment Identifying hazardous materials and site risks Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction & Why Health and Safety Matters 01:15 - Key Statutory Legislation: HASAWA 1974 & Employer/Employee Duties 03:30 - Occupiers' Liability Acts (1957 vs. 1984: Visitors vs. Trespassers) 05:10 - RICS Surveying Safely & The Safe Person Concept 07:25 - Hazard vs. Risk: Understanding the Core Difference 09:10 - 5 Steps to Risk Assessment & The Hierarchy of Risk Control 11:45 - Safe Lone Working Protocols & Site Visit Procedures 14:00 - Managing Specific Site Hazards: Fire Safety, Asbestos & PPE 16:40 - Summary & Practical Takeaways for Surveyors Please subscribe for more advice and information! Stay in touch with us: Website: https://www.property-elite.co.uk/ LinkedIn:   / propertyelite   Facebook:   / propertyelitej   Instagram:   / ricsapc   Twitter:   / propertyelitej   #property #residential #buildingsurveyor #quantitysurveyor #CPD #RICSAPC #surveyor #construction #commercial #MRICS #AssocRICS #lovesurveying #valuation #MAPM #RTPI #CIOB #MCIOB #FRICS #charteredsurveyor