Insurance Claims Assessment for Buildings (ICAB)

Are you involved in South Africa’s property insurance sector? Do you assess claims for damage to buildings, evaluate risks, or validate policy compliance?

This SAHITA online training course empowers you to navigate the complex world of insurance claims assessment for buildings. It is designed for you if you work as an insurance assessor, loss adjuster, claims handler, or building professional involved in fixed property claims, underwriting, or risk management.

Why choose this course?

This course offers a practical and comprehensive understanding of the National Building Regulations and an in­depth study of all relevant SANS 10400 parts, alongside key insurance principles. You will gain the knowledge needed to assess claims accurately, identify non-compliance, and ensure fair outcomes for insurers and policyholders.

Course Features:

•  Flexible Online Learning: Study at your own pace, anytime, anywhere.
•  Interactive Content: Engage with online assessment tests, video, and audio clips.
•  Recognised Achievement: Receive a SAHITA Certificate upon successful completion.
•  Valuable Resources: Get a searchable eBook with all course content to use as a reference.

This course delves into the National Building Regulations (NBR) and relevant SANS 10400 parts, along with other critical insurance and regulatory frameworks. It provides a comprehensive and detailed explanation of these core documents for claims assessment in South Africa, ensuring you gain a thorough understanding of their provisions and how they apply in practice.

This detailed course covers 15 essential modules:

Module 1: Legal Framework for Building Condition & Claims Assessment

Module 2: Building Design and Safety

Module 3: Foundations & Floors

Module 4: Walls, Windows, Doors & Stairways

Module 5: Roof Structures, Coverings & Ceilings

Module 6: Water Supply & Water Heating

Module 7: Sewage and Storm water Management

Module 8: Electrical and Energy

Module 9: Buildings and Fire

Module 10: Building Risk and Insurance

Module 11: Loss Adjustors vs In-House Claims Assessors

Module 12: Policy & Claims Validation

Module 13: Repair Cost Estimating

Module 14: Fraud Detection

Module 15: Report Writing