APC Revision — RICS APC revision library2026-04-24T18:04:07Zhttps://www.apcrevision.com/APC RevisionBribery Act 2010 and Anti-Money Laundering Obligations for Surveyorshttps://www.apcrevision.com/articles/bribery-act-2010-and-anti-money-laundering-obligations-for-surveyors.html2026-04-24T12:00:00Z2026-04-19T15:50:35ZBribery and money laundering sit at the sharp end of professional ethics: criminal penalties, regulatory sanctions and the loss of RICS membership are all live…Sample APC Interview Questions About RICS Structurehttps://www.apcrevision.com/articles/sample-apc-interview-questions-about-rics-structure.html2026-04-24T12:00:00Z2025-10-23T17:25:03ZQ: What is the role of the Standards and Regulation Board? A: The Standards and Regulation Board (SRB) delivers independent professional regulation within RICS…Understanding the RICS Governance Structure: A Complete Guide for APC Candidateshttps://www.apcrevision.com/articles/understanding-the-rics-structure-a-complete-guide-for-apc-candidates.html2026-04-24T12:00:00Z2025-10-23T17:05:31ZUnderstanding the RICS Governance Structure: Essential Knowledge for APC Candidates As you prepare for your RICS APC final assessment interview, understanding…Principles of Human Resource Legislationhttps://www.apcrevision.com/articles/principles-of-human-resource-legislation.html2026-04-24T12:00:00Z2024-01-18T00:51:03ZHuman resource (HR) legislation is built on several key principles that aim to create a fair and equitable work environment for all...Human Resource Management Legislation and Techniques for Surveying Practiceshttps://www.apcrevision.com/articles/human-resource-management-legislation-and-techniques-for-surveying-practices.html2026-04-24T12:00:00Z2024-01-18T00:44:22ZAs an owner of a surveying practice, navigating the complexities of human resource management (HRM) legislation and techniques is crucial...Speak Uphttps://www.apcrevision.com/articles/speak-up.html2026-04-24T12:00:00Z2024-01-14T23:48:24ZThe "Speak Up" duty is a crucial aspect of RICS membership, emphasising your responsibility to report concerns about potential breaches...Phoenix Firmshttps://www.apcrevision.com/articles/phoenix-firms.html2026-04-24T12:00:00Z2024-01-14T23:45:29Z"Phoenix firms" within the context of RICS refer to companies that close down in a disorderly way and then quickly re-establish...Fraudhttps://www.apcrevision.com/articles/fraud.html2026-04-24T12:00:00Z2024-01-14T23:41:46ZFraud poses a significant threat to the surveying and valuation professions, potentially impacting clients, firms, and the reputation of...Registering Your Firm With The RICShttps://www.apcrevision.com/articles/registering-your-firm-with-the-rics.html2026-04-24T12:00:00Z2024-01-14T23:31:02ZRegistering your firm with RICS can be a beneficial step for gaining recognition and demonstrating commitment to professional standards...Professional Indemnity Insurancehttps://www.apcrevision.com/articles/professional-indemnity-insurance.html2026-04-24T12:00:00Z2024-01-14T14:26:33ZSetting up professional indemnity insurance (PII) as an RICS member is crucial for protecting yourself and your business from financial...Handling Client Moneyhttps://www.apcrevision.com/articles/handling-client-money.html2026-04-24T12:00:00Z2024-01-14T14:11:23ZHandling client money is a critical responsibility for RICS members, requiring strict adherence to ethical and professional standards....Dealing with a Complainthttps://www.apcrevision.com/articles/dealing-with-a-complaint.html2026-04-24T12:00:00Z2024-01-14T12:07:51ZDealing with a complaint as a RICS member can be stressful, but understanding the process and responding appropriately is crucial for resolvChecking your Employer’s Compliance with RICS’ Rules of Conducthttps://www.apcrevision.com/articles/checking-your-employer-s-compliance-with-rics-rules-of-conduct.html2026-04-24T12:00:00Z2024-01-14T12:02:25ZWhile the RICS focuses on the individual ethical conduct of its members, firms employing RICS members also have responsibilities towards...Qualifying CPD Activities and Recordinghttps://www.apcrevision.com/articles/qualifying-cpd-activities-and-recording.html2026-04-24T12:00:00Z2024-01-14T10:43:13ZRICS defines Continuing Professional Development (CPD) as any learning activity that helps you maintain and improve your knowledge,...RICS CPD Policyhttps://www.apcrevision.com/articles/rics-cpd-policy.html2026-04-24T12:00:00Z2024-01-13T21:47:32ZComplying with RICS' CPD (Continuing Professional Development) policy is crucial for all members to maintain their professional...The Bribery Acthttps://www.apcrevision.com/articles/the-bribery-act.html2026-04-24T12:00:00Z2024-01-13T21:28:40ZBribery Act Summary: Prohibits offering, promising, or accepting bribes, whether directly or indirectly. Covers public and private...Checking Terms of Appointment for Compliance with RICS Ruleshttps://www.apcrevision.com/articles/checking-terms-of-appointment-for-compliance-with-rics-rules.html2026-04-24T12:00:00Z2024-01-13T21:25:22ZChecking terms of appointment for compliance with RICS rules is crucial for both clients and professionals engaging in surveying and...Gifts and Hospitalityhttps://www.apcrevision.com/articles/gifts-and-hospitality.html2026-04-24T12:00:00Z2024-01-12T21:07:53ZHandling gifts and hospitality within the surveying and valuation professions requires careful consideration as it can raise ethical...Transparency in Professional Feeshttps://www.apcrevision.com/articles/transparency-in-professional-fees.html2026-04-24T12:00:00Z2024-01-12T20:56:31ZTransparency in professional fees has been a long-standing issue within the surveying and valuation professions, with the RICS actively...Identifying a Conflict of Interesthttps://www.apcrevision.com/articles/identifying-a-conflict-of-interest.html2026-04-24T12:00:00Z2024-01-12T20:50:57ZIdentifying a conflict of interest can be challenging, but the RICS provides clear guidance and resources to help its members navigate...Case Studies of Past Disciplinary Caseshttps://www.apcrevision.com/articles/case-studies-of-past-disciplinary-cases.html2026-04-24T12:00:00Z2024-01-12T20:40:11ZThe RICS publishes case studies of past disciplinary cases to provide valuable learning opportunities for members and shed light on the...RICS Ethical Breacheshttps://www.apcrevision.com/articles/rics-ethical-breaches.html2026-04-24T12:00:00Z2024-01-12T20:15:52ZThe RICS, as a professional body, doesn't directly rely on common law for handling ethical breaches. While common law can inform certain...RICS Policy Documentshttps://www.apcrevision.com/articles/rics-policy-documents.html2026-04-24T12:00:00Z2024-01-12T19:22:08ZThe RICS has a vast collection of policy documents covering various aspects of their professional standards, regulations, guidance, and...Mandatory Professional Statementshttps://www.apcrevision.com/articles/mandatory-professional-statements.html2026-04-24T12:00:00Z2024-01-11T17:49:49ZMandatory Professional Statements (MPS) serve as essential documents outlining specific, compulsory requirements for members and...RICS New Rules of Conducthttps://www.apcrevision.com/articles/rics-new-rules-of-conduct.html2026-04-24T12:00:00Z2024-01-11T16:52:48ZThe RICS implemented new Rules of Conduct on 2 February 2022, replacing the previous codes for members, firms, and global professional...Managing Client Expectations: Onboarding, Reporting Cadence and Difficult Conversationshttps://www.apcrevision.com/articles/managing-client-expectations-onboarding-reporting-cadence-and-difficult-conversations.html2026-04-24T12:00:00Z2026-04-19T15:59:57ZExpectation management sits at the heart of RICS client care. When a surveyor and client are not aligned on what will be delivered, when and at what cost, disp…Conducting Effective Performance Appraisals and Setting KPIs for Staffhttps://www.apcrevision.com/articles/conducting-effective-performance-appraisals-and-setting-kpis-for-staff.html2026-04-24T12:00:00Z2026-04-19T15:51:15ZPerformance management sits at the heart of the RICS APC Managing People competency. Whether you are a line manager conducting your first formal review or a se…Client Feedbackhttps://www.apcrevision.com/articles/client-feedback.html2026-04-24T12:00:00Z2024-01-15T21:03:50ZGetting valuable feedback from clients and learning from it is crucial for improvement and success in any professional field. Here are...Example Statutory Authorities and Approvalshttps://www.apcrevision.com/articles/example-statutory-authorities-and-approvals.html2026-04-24T12:00:00Z2024-01-15T20:58:36ZThe specific statutory authorities and other approvals required for a project will vary greatly depending on several factors, including:...Client Care: Consulting with Statutory Authoritieshttps://www.apcrevision.com/articles/client-care-consulting-with-statutory-authorities.html2026-04-24T12:00:00Z2024-01-15T20:54:51ZAs a RICS professional, consulting with statutory authorities on consents and approvals is a crucial aspect of many projects. Here's how...