Don’t go quiet about noise hazards!
Harmful noise exposure is a significant hazard that can cause hearing impairments such as ‘Industrial Deafness’ or ‘Trauma Induced Hearing…
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What’s in your contract?
In our article of November last year, we flagged the proposed changes to the Building Act 2004, one of which…
Control joints in plaster claddings
Avoid random cracking that can compromise weather tightness by ensuring movement control joints are properly located. External plastered and textured…
Building Amendment Act (continued)
In addition to expanding the range of low-risk work not requiring a building consent, Building Amendment Act 2013 gives MBIE…
Important building act update
The Building Amendment Act 2013 expands the range of work not requiring a building consent, imposes higher penalties for work…
Caution with concrete (Part 3)
Pumping concrete is often required in residential builds and, while builders don’t usually carry out the work themselves, ensuring the…
Four successful builders’ habits
Good habits can lead to success, whatever the size and location of your building company. Ditch the ways that aren’t…
Worksite safety is good for business
Safety is something that can easily slip off the radar – especially after an extended Christmas break – so start…
Give me strength!… and cover, and quality
Not all concrete is the same. By considering four key factors, you can specify and create quality reinforced concrete that…
Employee or subbie?
It’s important to be aware of the difference in law between a contractor and an employee, and whether the relationship…
WorkSafe NZ plans new era of safety
New agency plans to offer a range of initiatives to promote and encourage health and safety in the construction industry.…
Creating a safety culture
Safety is about more than just ticking off tasks on a checklist – it’s about developing a culture that should…
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