Membership qualification is based on experience and formal education requirements. Members are expected to have a working knowledge of the Ontario Building Code, electrical/heating systems, and general defect recognition skills for the systems of residential occupancies and small buildings. Members need good oral and written communications skills and a broad knowledge of construction and building practices in Ontario. The three components for qualification are:

Baseline Courses

OBC Part 9: The House – Building Envelope

OBC Part 9: The House – Health & Safety.

Residential Heating Inspection

Residential Electrical Inspection

OAHI Defect Recognition and Reporting Course (see Course Information)

Plus one of the following:

I. An Introduction to Home Inspection Course which has been approved by the OAHI; II. OR: Have passed the “ASHI” National Home Inspection Examination (NHIE); III. OR: Have passed the Canadian Association of Home & Property Inspectors (CAHPI) exam; IV. OR: Completed 30 hours of Home Inspection programs, such as Conferences, Seminars, Workshops, etc. (provide a list including dates and # of hours of each, as well as Certificates).

OBC Part 9 courses are administered through the Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing. Residential Heating and Electrical courses must be provided by Ontario Community Colleges approved by the OAHI.

All courses require a minimum passing grade of 70%

Technical Background - education and experience related to building

systems. (see Technical Background)

Home Inspection Experience (Practical) (see Practical Requirements) - performing a minimum number of home inspections to OAHI Standards. Reports must be submitted by the applicant to the OAHI Verification Committee for assessment and evaluation to be certain that they meet the high standards of practice of the Association.