Master Builders Association - New South Wales

Learn to carry out Pre-purchase Building Inspections and Defect Reports

Carrying out pre-purchase and defect reports building inspections is seen by many builders as a way to capitalise on their years of experience and provide a profitable cash flow in a new market.

It is seen to have reasonably low overheads, low start up costs and "better than swinging a hammer for a living".

Master Builders NSW and RAPID Training have developed a two day training course that provides training in the correct inspection process and the development and completion of the inspection report.

Who should attend?

• Builders who want to become a building consultant
• Builders who wish to pre-purchase and defect reports building inspection reports
• Builders currently carrying out inspections who wish to better protect their business

What does the program cover?

• Different inspection types
• Processes and tools used during the inspection
• Carrying out an actual onsite inspection
• Common building faults
• Our duties within the law
• Working to a standard
• Planning and preparing the final reports*
• Wording your findings
• All documentation that supports the report

Units of competency:

• CPCCBC4001A - Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for low rise building projects
• BSBCMN420A - Write complex documents

How long does the course take?

The course runs over two consecutive days

Prerequisites:

• 15 years practical experience in the building and construction industry
• Hold or be eligible for a current Building Contractor Licence or Qualified Supervisor Certificate
• Have access to the Building Code of Australia (BCA) - Class 1 & Class 10 Building

* You can apply for Accredited Building Consultant with the Master Builders using those reports.

CPD: 24 points

Price:
Member - $695 GST inc
Non-member - $790 GST inc

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