Attachment 2 - Termite Detection Report · MCU17/0559.05

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                                 Contents

                                               Definitions to help you better understand this report
                                               Terms on which this report was prepared
                                               Special conditions or instructions
                                               The parties
                                 Section A               General
                                 Section B               Accessibility
                                 Section C               Significant items
                                 Section D               Risk management options
                                 Section E               Additional Comments
                                 Section F               Annexures to this report
                                 Section G               Certification


                                 This Report references the current versions of the Australian Standard series

                                 AS 3660 Termite Management including AS 3660.1, AS 3660.2 and AS

                                 3660.3.


                                 If you have any queries with this report or require further information, please
                                 do not hesitate to contact the person who carried out the inspection.




Form: STDR 1.4.6 - V2 31st January 2018




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Definitions to help you better understand this report


“Client” The person or persons for whom this Termite Detection Report was carried out or their
Principal (i.e. the person or persons for whom the report was being obtained).

“Termite Detection Consultant” A person who meets the competency criteria for carrying out termite
inspections set out in Australian Standard AS 3660.2.

“Termites”    Wood destroying insects belonging to the order ‘Isoptera’ which commonly attack seasoned
timber.

“Termite Attack” Termite Activity and/or Termite Damage.

“Termite Activity” Telltale signs associated with ‘active’ (live) and/or ‘inactive’ (absence of live) Termites
at the time of inspection.

“Termite Damage” Noticeable impairments to the integrity of timber and other susceptible materials
resulting from attack by Termites.

“Conditions Conducive to Termite Attack” Noticeable building deficiencies or environmental factors
that may contribute to the presence of Termites.

“Building and Site” The main building (or main buildings in the case of a building complex) and all
timber structures (such as outbuildings, landscaping, retaining walls, fences, bridges, trees, tree stumps
and timber embedded in soil) and the land within the property boundaries up to a distance of 50 metres
from the main building(s).

“Readily Accessible Areas” Areas which can be easily and safely inspected without injury to person or
property, are up to 3.6 metres above ground or floor levels, in roof spaces where the minimum area of
accessibility is not less than 600 mm high by 600 mm wide and subfloor spaces where the minimum
area of accessibility is not less than 400 mm high by 600 mm wide, providing the spaces or areas
permit entry. The term ‘readily accessible’ also includes:
(a)    accessible subfloor areas on a sloping site where the minimum clearance is not less than 150
        mm high at the inside face of an external wall, provided that the area is not more than 2 metres
        from a point with conforming clearance (i.e. 400 mm high by 600 mm wide); and
(b)     areas at the eaves of accessible roof spaces, that are within the consultant ’s unobstructed line
       of sight and within arm’s length from a point with conforming clearance (i.e. 600 mm high by 600
       mm wide).

“Tests” Additional attention to the visual examination was given to those accessible areas which the
consultant’s experience has shown to be particularly susceptible to attack by Termites. Instrument
Testing of those areas and other visible accessible timbers/materials/areas showing evidence of attack
was performed. The definition ‘Tests’ also includes the carrying out of Additional Tests, if recommended
by the consultant.

“Instrument Testing” Where appropriate the carrying out of Tests using the following techniques and
instruments:
(a)     electronic moisture detecting meter - an instrument used for assessing the moisture content of
        building elements;
(b)     stethoscope - an instrument used to hear sounds made by termites within building elements;
(c)     probing - a technique where timber and other materials/areas are penetrated with a sharp
        instrument (e.g. bradawl or pocket knife), but does not include probing of decorative timbers or
        finishes, or the drilling of timber and trees; and
(d)     sounding - a technique where timber is tapped with a solid object.

“Additional Tests” Where areas of high moisture are detected during inspection that cannot be readily
explained, or where termite activity is suspected but cannot be readily located, a further inspection of


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those areas was carried out using one or more of the following non -destructive specialist detection
tools:
(a)    termite radar unit - an instrument that uses microwave emission to help pick up the concealed
       movement of termites;
(b)    thermal imaging camera - an instrument to aid in the detection of concealed termite activity by
       measuring differentials in the heat energy of an object; and
(c)    termite detector animal - an animal such as a sniffer dog trained to use its sense of smell to
        detect the odour of termites.

“Subterranean Termite Management Proposal” A written proposal to treat a known subterranean
termite infestation and/or manage the risk of concealed subterranean termite access to buildings and
structures.


Terms on which this report was prepared

SCOPE
Unless specified in writing, this Standard Termite Detection Report (“the Report”) deals only with the
detection, or non-detection of Termite Attack and Conditions Conducive to Termite Attack discernible at
the time of inspection.

As requested by the Client, the assessment was based solely on the following site inspection carried
out by a Termite Detection Consultant (‘the Consultant’) of the Readily Accessible Areas of the Building
and Site:

Option 1    A visual examination of timber and other visible accessible and unobstructed
            materials/areas (but excluding furniture and stored items) susceptible to attack by Termites ,
            and the carrying out of Tests.
Option 2    An inspection report which may include Option 1 as well as the particular requirements of the
            Client which are specified and attached to this document, where applicable.
Option 3    In addition to Option 1, a Subterranean Termite Management Proposal.
            Note. A Termite Management Plan may also be prepared in conjunction with a Proposal .

If the Client has any doubt about the Scope of this Report please discuss your concerns with the
Consultant on receipt of the Report.

The Client acknowledges that, unless stated otherwise, the Client as a matter of urgency should
implement any recommendation or advice given in this Report.




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LIMITATIONS
The Client acknowledges:
 1.    This Report did not include the inspection and assessment of matters outside the scope of this
       inspection and report. Accordingly, this is not a pre-purchase or property inspection carried out
       in accordance with any Standards Australia publication. In addition to termites, pre-purchase or
       property reports should include the inspection and assessment of timbers for wood borers and
       fungal decay. This extra information can be the subject of a timber pest inspection report which
       is adequately specified.
 2.    The detection of drywood termites may be extremely difficult due to the small size of the
        colonies. No warranty of absence of these termites is given.
 3.    This is not a structural damage report. Neither is this a warranty as to the absence of Termite
       Attack.
 4.    The inspection only covered the Readily Accessible Areas of the Building and Site. The
       inspection did not include areas which were inaccessible, not readily accessible or obstructed at
       the time of inspection. Obstructions are defined as any condition or physical limitation which
       inhibits or prevents inspection and may include - but are not limited to - roofing, fixed ceilings,
       wall linings, floor coverings, fixtures, fittings, furniture, clothes, stored articles/materials, thermal
       insulation, sarking, pipe/duct work, builder’s debris, vegetation, pavements or earth.
 5.    This Report does not cover or deal with environmental risk assessment or biological risks not
       associated with Termites (e.g. toxic mould) or occupational, health or safety issues. Such advice
       may be the subject of a Special-Purpose Inspection Report which is adequately specified and
       must be undertaken by an appropriately qualified inspector . The choice of such inspector is a
       matter for the Client.
 6.    This Report has been produced for the use of the Client. The Consultant or their firm or company
       are not liable for any reliance placed on this report by any third party.

EXCLUSIONS

The Client acknowledges:

1.     This Report does not deal with any termite preventative or treatment measures, or provide costs
       for the control, rectification or prevention of attack by termites. However, this additional
       information or advice may be the subject of a termite management proposal which is adequately
       specified.

Service requested including any special conditions or instructions

As agreed with the Client, the service requested is Option 1 - see Scope above

This Report should not be used for pre-purchase inspections.
There are no special conditions or instructions.




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Additional tests


 Were Additional Tests carried out:                               No.



The Parties


Name of Client:                                                    Stone, Martin

Address of Client:                                                 Unit 2, 16 Grant Street NOOSA HEADS QLD 4567

Client's email:                                                    [email protected]

Client's telephone number:                                         0407744422

Consultant's name:                                                 Josh Coleman

Consultant's licence number (if applicable):                       PMT1004313714

Consultant's mobile number:                                        0430670020

Company Name:                                                      Stevie Redback

Company address and postcode:                                      3/65-67 Snook Street Clontarf QLD 4019

Company email:                                                     [email protected]

Company telephone number:                                          1300 665 665

Pre-engagement inspection Agreement
number (if applicable):




Section A General

General description of the property


Building type:                                                     Duplex.


Number of storeys:                                                 Single storey.



Main building - floor construction:                                Concrete Slab



Main building - wall construction:                                 Brick Veneer




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Main building - roof construction:                                 Colourbond



Other (timber) building elements:



Occupancy status:                                                  Occupied and, fully furnished



Orientation (to establish the way the property                     The facade of the building faces East
was viewed): NOTE. For the purpose of this
report the façade of the building contains the
main entrance door.


Prevailing weather conditions at the time of                       Dry
inspection:


Section B Accessibility

Areas inspected



The inspection covered the following Readily                     Building Interior, Building Exterior, Subfloor Space
Accessible Areas:




Additional Comments:                                             All areas readily accessible




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 Areas not inspected


 The inspection did not include areas, which were inaccessible, not readily accessible or obstructed at
 the time of inspection. The Consultant did not move or remove any obstructions which may be
 concealing evidence of defects including termite attack. Areas which are not normally accessible
 were not inspected such as under slabs on ground as it is not “considered practical” to gain access to
 them. Evidence of termite attack in obstructed or concealed areas may only be revealed when the
 items are moved or removed or access has been provided.


 Strata or company title properties



 Was the inspection of a strata or company title                   No
 property (e.g. a home unit or townhouse)?


 Was the inspection limited to assessing the                        No
 interior and immediate exterior of a particular
 unit?


NOTE. If the inspection was limited to assessing the interior of a particular unit, the Client may have
      additional liability for Termite Attack in the common property. This additional liability can only
      be addressed through the undertaking of a Special-Purpose Inspection Report which is
      adequately specified. Seek further advice from your Consultant


 Additional Comments:                                               Not Applicable.



 Obstructions



 Were there any obstructions that may conceal
 possible termite attack?                                           Building Interior
                                                                    (Floor coverings, Wall linings, Fixed ceilings,
                                                                    Furniture, Stored articles )



 Additional Comments:                                               Not applicable



 Inaccessible areas



 Were there any normally accessible areas that                      All normally accessible areas permitted entry.
 did not permit entry?


 Undetected termite risk assessment




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Due to the level of accessibility for inspection                  Moderate - High. See recommendation below
including the presence of obstructions, the
overall degree of risk of undetected termite
attack and conditions conducive to termite
attack was considered:

A further inspection is strongly recommended of areas that were not readily accessible , and of
inaccessible or obstructed areas once access has been provided or the obstruction removed. This
may require the moving, lifting or removal of obstructions such as floor coverings, furniture, stored
items foliage and insulation. In some instances, it may also require the removal of ceiling and wall
linings, and the cutting of traps and access holes. For further advice consult the person who carried
out this report.



Section C Significant items

The following items were reported on in accordance with the Scope of Inspection.


Termite attack


Evidence of termite activity and/or termite damage:


C1 Active (live) termites - include the location, the genus and where practical the species involved
and its potential to cause significant structural damage and whether a nest was or was not found



Were live termites found?                                          No



Was a termite nest found?                                          No



Have any specimens been collected for the                          No
purpose of positive identification?


The genus or species has been positively
identified as


Details (include location of live termites found                   None
and any recommendation for further expert
advice):

Important Note. As a delay may exist between the time of an attack and the appearance of telltale
signs associated with an attack, it is possible that termite activity and damage exists though not
discernible at the time of inspection.




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C2 Subterranean termite management proposal


A proposal in accordance with Australian Standard AS 3660.2 to treat a known infestation and/or help
manage the risk of concealed subterranean termite access to buildings and structures.


Is a Subterranean Termite Management                               No
Proposal recommended?



Is this Consultant engaged to provide a                            No - see Note 2 below
management proposal?


NOTE 1.       If “Yes”, in addition to this inspection report, a full written Subterranean Termite
              Management Proposal in accordance with Australian Standard AS 3660.2 must be
              delivered to the Client.
NOTE 2.       If this Consultant is not providing a management proposal, but a proposal is
              recommended above, then the Client should contact a licensed pest control operator in
              respect to obtaining a proposal without delay.



Additional Comments:                                               due to the style of construction and added
                                                                   conducive conditions i recommended that a
                                                                   termite barrier should be installed around the
                                                                   external of the home and both duplexes cost for
                                                                   this would be $6859.00 inc get using termidor with
                                                                   a 7yr life expectancy



C3 Termite workings and/or damage



Was evidence of termite workings or damage                         No
found?



The extent of any visible damage appears:                          Not Applicable




Details - indicate the location of all accessible                 Not Applicable
timbers and other materials showing signs of
attack, and a description of any termite
workings found:


RECOMMENDATION Where evidence of damage to building timbers exists, competent advice
(e.g. from a licensed and practicing building contractor) should be obtained to determine the extent
of any structural damage and as to the need or otherwise for rectification or repair work. See also
Item C5 ‘Frequency of Future Inspections’ recommendation.




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C4 Previous termite management program




Was evidence of a possible previous termite                       Yes - see Notes and Details below.
management program found?


NOTE. If “Yes” provide details and the location of the possible previous termite management
      program below (including the location of any ‘Termite Treatment Notice’ affixed at the
      entrance to a crawl space or some other place where it was protected from damage, e.g. in
      the case of a slab-on-ground construction, in an external electrical meter box).


Details:                                                          Sign in Meterbox



C5 Frequency of future inspections


Australian Standard AS 3660 recognises that regular inspections will not prevent termite attack, but
may help in the detection of termite activity. Early detection will allow remedial treatment to be
commenced sooner and damage to be minimised.


The next inspection to help detect termite                          12 months
attack is recommended in:



IMPORTANT NOTE.              Regular inspections will not prevent termite attack but may help in the
                             detection of termite activity. Early detection will allow remedial treatment to be
                             commenced sooner and damage to be minimised.



Conditions conducive to termite attack


Evidence of noticeable building deficiencies or environmental factors that may contribute to the
presence of termites:


C6 Lack of adequate subfloor ventilation



Was evidence of a lack of adequate                                No
ventilation found?




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Details (include the location and any
recommendation for further expert advice e.g.
from a licensed a building contractor):



C7 The presence of excessive moisture



Prevailing weather conditions at the time of                      Dry
inspection:



Was evidence of the presence of excessive                         No
moisture found?



Were high moisture readings obtained using a                      No
moisture meter?


Was evidence of mould growth found?                               No




Details (include the location and any                            Not applicable
recommendation for further expert advice e.g.
from a licensed a plumbing contractor)


MOULD RECOMMENDATION            Where evidence of mould growth was noted above, there may be
environmental, biological or health issues associated with this report. Any questions concerning
such issues due to the presence of mould, the release of mould spores or concerning indoor air
quality should be immediately directed to an appropriately qualified inspector. See also Clause A.1
- Limitation No 5.


C8 Bridging or breaching of termite management systems and inspection zones




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‘Bridging’ means termites gaining access to a structure by passing over a termite management
system or inspection zone. ‘Breaching’ means the passing of termites through a hole or gap in a
termite management system.


Was the finished ground or paving level above                    Yes - see Details below
the adjacent internal floor level or
damp-proof-course or obstructing any
weephole or vent face on external walls?



Was evidence of bridging or breaching                            Yes - see Details below,
including the condition insufficient slab edge                    Include any visible evidence of bridging or
exposure found?                                                  breaching or slab edges obstructed by:
                                                                 (Landscaping )



Include any visible evidence of bridging or                      raised garden beds are to close to the building
breaching or slab edges obstructed by:




Details (include the location and any
recommendation for further expert advice e.g.
from a licensed a building contractor):


C9 Earth-wood or damp masonry-wood contact


Was evidence of earth-wood or damp                               No
masonry-wood contact found?


Details (include the location and any                             No evidence was found
recommendation for further expert advice e.g.
from a licensed a building contractor):



C10 Other conditions conducive to termite attack




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For example: evidence of non-existent or defective termite shields installed to isolate piers; storage of
timber and stored goods under/adjacent to the building; tree stumps and vegetation in subfloor
spaces; cracks in concrete slabs or foundations; defective flashings, downpipes and guttering; absent
or ineffective moisture barriers; poor subfloor drainage; water entry points; etc.



Was evidence of any other condition conducive                    Yes - see Details below
to termite attack found?                                         Gardening and Landscaping timbers, Timber
                                                                 retaining walls garden beds are situated close to
                                                                 the home highly recommended removal as these
                                                                 create a ideal environment for termites and there is
                                                                 no visual inspection




 Section D Risk management options


To help protect against financial loss, it is essential that the building owner immediately control or
rectify any evidence of destructive termite activity or damage identified in this Report. The Client
should further investigate any high-risk area where access was not gained. It is strongly advised that
appropriate steps be taken to remove, rectify or monitor any evidence of conditions conducive to
termite attack.

It is recommended that the client act on the following advice to further protect their investment against
termite infestation:

Undertake thorough regular inspections at intervals not exceeding twelve months or more frequent
inspections where the risk of termite attack is high or the building type is susceptible to attack. To
further reduce the risk of subterranean termite attack, implement a management program. This may
include the installation of a monitoring and/or baiting system, or chemical and/or physical
management system. However, subterranean termites can bridge or breach management systems
and inspection zones and that thorough regular inspections of the building are necessary.

If the Client has any queries or concerns regarding this Report, or the Client requires further
information on a risk management program, please do not hesitate to contact the person who carried
out this Inspection.




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Section E Additional comments


The following additional comments are noted:                     There are no additional comments.




Section F Annexures to this report


The following are attached:                                      The following are attached:



Section G Certification

This document certifies that the property described in this Report has been inspected by the Termite
Detection Consultant in accordance with the level of service requested by the Client and the Terms
and Conditions set out in this Report, and in accordance with the current edition of the Report
Systems Australia (RSA) Handbook Termite Detection Reports ‘Uniform Inspection Guidelines for
Termite Detection Consultants’.


Authorised Signatory:




 Name of Technician:                                               Josh Coleman

 Date of Issue:                                                    21/11/2025




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