About Us

The Association of Insurance Assessors of Southern Africa, as it was then known, was formed in 1960. The name was changed to The Institute of Loss Adjusters of Southern Africa on 20 August 1968 and the name registered with the Bureau of Heraldry on that date.

No person other than a member of the Institute may use the term Loss Adjuster.

The Institute has a Constitution and By-Laws, and controls the professional standards and conduct of its members by means of a Code of Conduct and a Disciplinary Procedure.

The Institute operates under the control of the President, Treasurer, Administrator and an Executive Committee drawn from its members. Regional Chairpersons are appointed to the National Committee.

 
Constitution & By-Laws
1. Click here for a copy of our Constitution, updated November 2006
2. Click here for our By-Laws, updated May 2007

 
Code of Conduct
1. In view of the great degree of responsibility of the Adjusters' work, only the highest standards of professional skill and etiquette are regarded as good enough for the profession.
2. The relationship between the Adjuster and his Principal(s) is one of trust and confidence calling for the highest degree of good faith in all transactions.
3. He must, at all times, preserve independence and integrity and shall so act as to promote public confidence in the profession through conscientious and fair dealing.
4. An Adjuster shall not attempt to gain any advantage in the conduct of his profession otherwise than through his professional ability.

 
Our Mission
1. To maintain and enhance the prestige and status of the profession;
2. To uphold the integrity and reserve the independence of Loss Adjusters;
3. To uphold the standard and to provide for the effective control of the professional conduct of Loss Adjusters;
4. To promote the skill, efficiency, service and responsibility of the profession;
5. To establish and maintain high standards of education and knowledge;
6. To regulate the exercise of the profession;
7. To represent generally the view of the profession and to promote the common interest of members of the profession;
8. To co-operate, liaise with or make representations to such other authorities, societies, corporate bodies or persons as it may deem fit.
   
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Applying for Membership

If you are interested in applying for Membership please see:

Letter to Prospective Members (PDF 38kb)
Membership Application Form (PDF 73kb)
Reinstatement Application (PDF 41kb)