Minor variations better defined
New and amended regulations came into force on 30 September to better clarify a ‘minor variation’ when it comes to…
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Enhancing safety training with VR and AR
New technologies, such as virtual and augmented reality, can play a strategic role in enhancing safety training. BRANZ looks at…
Satisfied on reasonable grounds
Building consent authorities (BCAs) need to be ‘satisfied on reasonable grounds’ that building work will meet the requirements of the…
How to recognise and combat fatigue
Fatigue is more than feeling drowsy; it is a state of exhaustion, which can be both mental and physical. In…
Support your team through tough times
Economic slowdowns often hit the construction industry particularly hard – a serious concern for business owners and also something that…
Optimising summer shade
The past decade has produced seven of our 10 warmest years on record and, by 2040, the number of days…
Redeployment: A practical guide
Redeployment is when an employer tries to find a new job within the company for an employee whose current role…
Tough time? Your bbq can help!
During economic downturns, builders can find inspiration from all manner of places. Here, The Successful Builder coach Graeme Owen explains…
Contractor liability and insurance
It’s common for building companies to engage labour-only contractors instead of taking on employees. This approach has many advantages, such…
Timber decks – problems and repairs
Exposed to the elements, aged timber decks frequently need repairs to stay looking good and remain safe to use. Regular…
Building consent exemptions
Under Schedule 1 of the Building Act 2004, there are some building projects that don’t require building consent. It was…
Defining supervision in relation to LBPS
Undertaking supervision is an important role and it is important all LBPs consider the practical and legal implications of performing…
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