Use growth to beat the next recession
Boom and bust cycles are a part of economic life – what’s important is that you not only grow your…
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Building with future generations
It is widely acknowledged there is a shortage of apprentices in the construction industry. An initiative developed by the government…
Keep up to date to build it right
Updated references to standards and minor changes in the Acceptable Solutions and Verification Methods came into effect on 14 August…
Fixing it right
Fixings come in a variety of shapes, sizes and materials and play a critical role in a building’s durability –…
Health and safety foundations
As an employer, it’s your legal responsibility to provide staff and contractors with a safe workplace. Do you have a…
Are your business and staff healthy?
Health monitoring helps determine whether staff are properly protected from workplace hazards Sometimes hazards in the workplace cannot be eliminated…
Preparing for the boom
Little has changed since BCITO reported a shortage of apprentices in the construction industry three months go. With work projected…
Save time building your business
When it comes to owning and running your own business, it’s easy to lose track of time. Here are some…
Maximising a migrant workforce
Migrant workers come to New Zealand from a variety of countries and backgrounds. It is important as an employer that…
Flashings – critical for weathertightness
Flashing junctions can be tricky, but it’s important to get them right. Here we review the steps for barge and…
Contract Works Insurance (Part 2)
Mind the gap! – between practical completion of a build and getting a consent completion certificate (CCC) Homeowners or builders…
New consumer protection measures
Compulsory contracts will kick in at $30,000 starting January 1 2015 Cabinet has approved consumer protection measures included in the…
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