RdSAP Mandatory Minimum Evidence Requirements

RdSAP Mandatory Minimum Evidence Requirements Dear Assessor, We have received notification from DCLG that with immediate effect all schemes should consider the RdSAP minimum evidence as a mandatory requirement. This means if you provide evidence for an audit and it does not contain any of the minimum evidence (as listed in the Quidos QA Standards […]

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Non-domestic conventions released by DCLG (Issue 5 v1.0)

The latest set of conventions for non-domestic energy assessments have been released by DCLG. These conventions, Issue 5 v1.0, apply to assessments in England and Wales only and must be applied by all NDEPC accredited Energy Assessors. This also applies to those Energy Assessors currently in training. The implementation date for the new conventions (highlighted in […]

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When is an EPC not an EPC?

An EPC is a document lodged on the central register. Anything that is not lodged, is not an EPC. We have heard reports that some installers are requesting assessors deviate from the standard codes of practice when using EPC software,to essentially cut corners and lower professional standards. An EPC is a record of what exists […]

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DCLG Clarification on Penalties

Air conditioning inspections It has been brought to the Department’s attention that there has been misleading information circulating about the penalties associated with the statutory duties, in relation to air conditioning inspections, contained in the Energy Performance of Buildings (Certificates and Inspections) (England and Wales) Regulations 2007 (EPB Regulations). The EPB Regulations require that air […]

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Welcome to Quidos

Welcome to our new Website. As we stride into our 9th year as a leading accreditation and training scheme, our services and production continue to evolve during these fascinating times in the built environment. We have spent the last few months building upon our good reputation, have continued to uphold our professional services, whilst remain […]

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