PCA's Audit Scoring Matrix
PCA's Audit Scoring Matrix
At the Property Care Conference last month we discussed how the Association was going to encourage members to integrate the Joint Position Statement (JPS22) into their day-to-day operations. Technical competence has always been one of the core values of the Association and for that reason, reports have always been closely scrutinized during our audits.
Whilst we believe that most are following the guidance in the Joint Statement, this isn’t necessarily always reflected in their written correspondence. We will therefore be changing the audit scoring matrix for reports, to better reflect the content of the JPS22.
Whilst the bulk of the scoring criteria will remain the same. As before, we will be expecting a report to follow a logical order and for any observations to support the recommendations. So what other extras will auditors be looking for?
Context
- Looking beyond just the building, but to the surroundings – topography, drainage, orientation and UK weather exposure zone.
The Building
- Identifying the construction types including existing measures for control damp. Consideration for how the building might have been altered and how this might affect the moisture loading within the property. An understanding of the history of the building and how it may have been used historically.
Heritage Significance
- Where applicable there should be an assessment of heritage significance.
Diagnosis and recommendations
- Provide a holistic diagnosis and any treatment is proportionate to the defect. Where possible, treatment should minimize the impact on heritage value.
Furthermore, with the level of technology that is now available to surveyors, we will be looking for reports to be supported by well annotated photos and diagrams.
We are fully aware that members of the Association are those that want to promote best practice and be considered the best in industry, and we believe that adoption of the JPS22 will ensure that this continues to be the case.
View the Joint Position Statement >>