Survey Act 2010 (No. 25 of 2010).
An Act to regulate the practice of land surveys by the registration and licensing of qualified land surveyors and the prescription of requirements for land surveys and for plans of subdivision, and for related purposes.
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This Act provides for rules for the practice of land surveys by qualified land surveyors who are registered and licensed under this Act. It concerns in particular survey plans and the conduct of surveys. It also defines the functions of the Ministry responsible for lands for purposes of this Act and establishes the Land Professionals Registration Committee (Survey) and the Samoan Institute of Land Professionals. The Committee shall, among other things, promote and maintain high standards of professional education and conduct among persons engaged in the practice of surveying in Samoa and act as a disciplinary body. The Act shall be administered by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment.