Join the health and safety club!
Since the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 came into effect, many builders have expressed frustration at how much…
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Managing timber moisture
Bringing wood’s moisture content into a workable range is key to preventing issues – Carter Holt Harvey offers tips on…
How to avoid costly disputes
This month we look at some of the common causes of disputes within the construction industry, how to avoid them,…
Stopping the workplace bully
Bullying or intimidating behaviour on a worksite may stem from poor planning, and can lead to workers taking unnecessary risks …
Collecting drinking water from roofs
Collecting rainwater for drinking can be practical, money-saving and sometimes simply necessary. If a customer approaches you about including this…
Construction Contracts update
Design, engineering and quantity surveying work now included under scope of the Act The Construction Contracts Act 2002, which covers…
Give me my money!
Debt collection is a vital part of business. Delays in payment have an impact on cash flow and it’s therefore…
Advice worth the price
While some people might think that the current construction ‘boom’ gives builders a licence to print money, the reality is…
Don’t let bad debt drag you down
Bad debt is a killer for businesses, particularly in the construction industry, which has a high liquidation rate. Here’s some…
Are you prepared?
Large-scale accidents and natural disasters can occur at any moment – on busy construction sites, the potential for damage is…
Mastering concrete terminology
Every industry has its own technical terms and jargon, and the concrete industry is no exception. To test your knowledge,…
Structurally fixed cavity battens
The larger shank diameter of fixings used for weatherboards fitted over a cavity can cause splitting. One way to get…
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