The Appraisal Process

A Sample of a Beal Appraisal

The idea of evaluating a building product (having an Appraisal) is one endorsed by Governments in Great Brittan, France, the Nordic countries, many European countries, and by non-government national organisations such as the ICC Evaluation Service (of the USA), BRANZ, BEAL and many others. An appraisal is a process by which a) the performance of the materials and the assembly of materials are evaluated (tested) and b) the ongoing risks associated with the use of the materials and assembly of materials are monitored and managed. BEAL also ensure that the design of a system is both practical and relatively easy to install.

A BEAL Appraisal and the approved logo (below) stating "Building Code Compliant" with a unique appraisal number, can only be issued when there is a Building Product Quality Plan that ensures that the product or system will continue to be installed and maintained as required by the manufacturer's instructions.

Introduction to the Appraisal Process

BEAL uses a compliance verification procedure specific to product type, in order to prove compliance with the Performance Requirements set out by the NZBC (New Zealand Building Code). For both prospective and existing clients alike, BEAL have developed an appraisal process info pack (download below), which outlines and explains the Appraisal Process in graphic and word form.