For the System to recognize the important contributions in various functions over a period of at least ten years by a special member who has shown dedication beyond normal expectations to the System and in so doing:

1. Honour the recipient with the highest award available in the System,
   
2. Demonstrate to the System at large the value the System places in such individuals.

Create an awareness amongst the System of the respect and honour accorded by the System to this "building" group to foster an "esprit de corps" among the members of this unique group of individuals, and to thereby promote the long term survival of the System.

By the Board of Directors upon recommendation from the Awards Committee and the active Life Members.

1. A nominee should have been recognized:

..........i) by his/her own zone and division with it’s highest award available

..........ii) with a National Appreciation Award and CSP Award,

..........New initiatives since receiving the CSP award will be heavily weighted.

2. A detailed document must be received which provides a chronological list of the activities of the individual.

3. The individual must have provided positive leadership in the System for a number of years.

4. The contribution should be one of a "builder" i.e. leadership or major contributions that have aided the .....growth of the system or have had a major positive impact are the best examples of prospective Life .....Members Please note that this is not a long service award.

5. Contributions made at a National level are considered desirable,

6. The individual's dedication to the aims and objectives of the system must be demonstrated.

The award may not necessarily be given annually and is not limited in any given year.

The recipient receives membership in the System for life without payment of annual dues, a numbered certificate, a reverse coloured numbered jacket crest and a gold lapel pin.