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Issue 16
UNDER
Construction
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TOGETHER, WE’RE BUILDING NEW ZEALAND
FOREWORD
CONTENTs
NEWS
Time to reflect – and plan ahead
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LBP
PlaceMakers’ fourth round of seminars
launches in March
With consents rising and workplace accidents in the spotlight – ensure
your businesss is safe and productive this year
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Offcuts
Charity work in Peru; Building community spirit
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PRODUCT NEWS
New RibRaft® EQ flooring system engineered for
TC3 zones; Easy Access height safety solutions
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INDUSTRY NEWS
BCITO connects employers with apprentices;
consents continue to rise
It’s hard to believe it’s already 2013!
Time seems to come and go quicker every year, making it more
important than ever to step back and reflect on the year’s achievements.
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At PlaceMakers, we were honoured to celebrate our builders’
remarkable success at this year’s House of the Year awards in
November. Our customers won 17 of the 22 Registered Master
Builders Awards for outstanding skill, expertise and innovation.
We’re proud to represent more than 80% of this year’s winners,
as it shows we’re doing our job for NZ’s best builders.
FEATURES
Our goal this year is to continue to look for ways in which we can
improve our trade service; we suggest you make some of your own
business goals as well. With MBIE’s continued focus on working
safely at height, and its second round of enforcement well under
way, why not aim to have zero injuries on site?
John Beveridge
Chief Executive
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While some of you might think your business is too small for MBIE
inspectors to bother about, it’s you they’re actually targeting! None
of us want our guys or girls to get hurt so it’s essential to take all possible
steps to make sure it doesn’t happen, especially as building activity
continues to increase.
October saw the highest number of new builds consented in four
years with growth continuing steadily for the past 20 months. While
Canterbury and Auckland led the increase, Manawatu-Wanganui,
Bay of Plenty and Otago also showed strong upturn.
It looks like the momentum so long forecast is finally coming to
fruition, so make sure your business’ goals and expectations are
in place when things get busy.
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After 15 years working various roles for Fletcher Construction, Graeme was intrigued by the
PlaceMakers’ opportunity and he’s confident he made the right decision.
Outside of work, Graeme enjoys spending time with his family and friends, racing sailing boats
and working on his classic truck.
BUILDERS’ BUSINESS Top business tips from fellow builders – hiring staff
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BUILDING & HOUSING Building a deck? Make sure it passes
the safety check!
GROUP
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BRANZ
Almost all building materials ‘move’
– the key is accommodating that movement
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SITESAFE
The effects of alcohol aren’t always slept off!
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Labour GROUP
How safety nets can soften the blow of
a fall – human or otherwise
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SIMPSON GRIERSON
Using the Construction Contracts Act
to enforce payment
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Building is in Graeme Joy’s blood: “My father is a builder and our family’s involvement in the
building industry goes back at least five generations, so it made sense for me to follow the
tradition,” says Graeme, owner-operator at PlaceMakers Evans Bay for the past 12 years and
branch operator at PlaceMakers Seaview.
“It’s important for me to be involved in the industry – the relationships and camaraderie. The role
has challenged me in a number of ways and helped me develop as a person,” says Graeme.
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OTHER STUFF
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house of the year
Supreme winners announced; PlaceMakers
customers dominate awards
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hayden paddon
Million-dollar sponsorship challenge
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SUPER RUGBY
Let the predictions begin – Super Rugby
kicks off this month!
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SKILLS MAINTENANCE Record your LBP skills maintenance
– you’ve earned it!
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LBP
skills maintenance
Consistency is the trick!
Skills maintenance is more than just points – it’s a mindset
that embraces being in the know in your industry
D
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maintenance roadshow
in 2012, I would hear the
occasional comment or joke
about getting the points being
the reason for turning up!
These will keep you up to speed
with what’s happening in your
industr y. It’s just a matter of seeing
these activities as part of being
a building practitioner – a part of
the business.
Humour aside, it does reinforce
the importance of seeing skills
maintenance as a key part of
being licensed – not just points
gathering.
REMINDER
The trick is being consistent
about skills maintenance activities –
from reading trade magazines,
to attending seminars, to taking
part in health and safety training.
As we discussed in the last round
of skills maintenance seminars,
make sure to:
•U
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Act – begin by labelling your
invoices ‘invoice/payment claim’.
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work you do – digital photos,
site diaries and that contract!
WHAT’S AHEAD IN 2013
Remember, it’s important not
to relinquish what you’ve learned
in skills maintenance as time
goes on.
• U se written contracts (and record
variations).
We are working hard on the next
PlaceMakers skills maintenance
roadshow – the fourth! Get in touch
with your local trade rep to find out
when we’re in your area; for those
in the deep South, dates have already
been confirmed (see calendar below).
The trick is being consistent about skills
maintenance activities – from reading trade
magazines, to attending seminars, to taking
part in health and safety training
Skills Maintenance Series: March 2013
Paul Alsford leading a skills maintenance workshop
PAUL’S REMINDER:
Every 24 months, you need
to advise Building and Housing
you have completed the skills
maintenance requirements.
Remember to have a record of
how you achieved those points,
including records of attendance
from the PlaceMakers seminars
and Under Construction
coupons (see back page).
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Paul Alsford, a leading provider of training to the building and construction industry,
will be running courses across the country until 23 May. Some dates may change.
Contact your local PlaceMakers store or keep an eye out for his schedule in Under Construction.
PlaceMakers Invercargill
Tuesday 19 March
7:00am – 9:00am
PlaceMakers Gore
Tuesday 19 March
5:00pm – 7:00pm
PlaceMakers Te Anau
Wednesday 20 March
7:00am – 9:00am
PlaceMakers Queenstown
Wednesday 20 March
5:00pm – 7:00pm
PlaceMakers Wanaka
Thursday 21 March
7:00am – 9:00am
PlaceMakers Cromwell
Thursday 21 March
5:00pm – 7:00pm
PlaceMakers Alexandra
Friday 22 March
7:00am – 9:00am
PlaceMakers Riccarton
Tuesday 26 March
7:00am – 9:00am
PlaceMakers Cranford St/
Antigua Street
Tuesday 26 March
5:00pm – 7:00pm
PlaceMakers Kaiwharawhara,
Evans Bay, Porirua and Seaview
Wednesday 27 March
7:00am – 9:00am
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OFFCUTS
Builders’ Business
PlaceMakers Ohakune rallies with community
Town raises $700,000 for St John Ambulance station
Local builder Rowan Eves won
the tender and Carl says his branch
was proud to be able to support
its long-time customer to get the
job done.
“We’re a very small community, but
a very determined one,” says Carl.
“After years of talking about it, it’s
great to see the town come together
and make the project a reality.”
The new ambulance station provides overnight accommodation for staff, a training centre, purpose-built storage
and cleaning facilities and a venue for St John youth programmes
T
o be part of a community
means sharing common goals.
For Ohakune, that goal was
to build a much-needed ambulance
station. For PlaceMakers Ohakune,
that meant getting behind the
initiative and providing 95% of
the building materials at great
prices.
“We take it upon ourselves to get
behind every local sponsorship we
can,” says PlaceMakers Ohakune
depot manager Carl Zweibruck.
Ambulance staff had been based
in a dilapidated rented house since
2001 and, after many years of
putting up with unsuitable conditions,
a public meeting was called in 2010
to promote the idea of constructing
a new building.
“When a small town of just over
1,000 people rallies for a cause
and raises close to $700,000,
that’s pretty brilliant,” says Rowan.
“I was proud to play a part in it.”
Peruvian provision
PlaceMakers’ stores across the country are committed to supporting customers’
worthwhile causes and for PlaceMakers Hamilton, it went well beyond NZ borders
Gardner takes generosity
“ Leonard
to a whole new level,” says branch
manager Mark Waterman. “He’s
a director of Foster Construction,
one of our biggest customers, but
he never forgets those less fortunate,
which is why we were happy to
donate to his cause.”
Earlier this year, the long-time
PlaceMakers customer and his
family left home comforts behind to
spend four months doing missionary
work in Cotahuasi, Peru and living
in a mud and stone house with no
doors or electricity.
“It’s worthwhile life education –
learning to help people and truly
expect nothing in return,” says Leonard,
who worked as an administrative
assistant at the local ministry, which
runs a youth home where kids from
rural villages stay while they attend
school in the small city.
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“The homes provide a much safer
alternative to what the kids used
to do – go to main cities like
Lima, where they had to live on
the street,” says Leonard. “This
often meant they didn’t come back.”
The Gardners embraced the
opportunity to leave material
possessions behind; Leonard says the
real challenge was communication.
Leonard learning to net fish in the Cotahuasi River
with Lutt Antony from the Youth Home
“It’s a bit isolating not knowing
the language but we quickly
learned how important non-verbal
communication is,” he says. “You
can still have a relationship based
on how you treat people.”
Aside from their work with the
youth home and other projects,
Leonard and his family used
PlaceMakers’ donation to build
wardrobes and kitchen units for
some of the locals.
Family friend Brad Shaw and Leonard’s sons Pierce
and Clay in the carpentry workshop where cabinets
were made for youth homes
Share your business tips!
Builders’ Business is a column by builders for builders. Its objective is to provide a forum, particularly
for small business operators, in which to share knowledge, experience, tips and ideas
A
question will be printed in Builders’ Business each
month, with the three most useful and relevant
responses published in the next issue. All responses
will be read and reflected in a ‘Business Trends’ graphic,
as a guide to common practices.
If you have an opinion, solution or process you want to share,
put it in an email with your full name, contact phone number,
company name, number of full-time staff and the town or city
you’re based in to [email protected]. All
responses for the March issue must be submitted by 25 February.
Also, if you want to ask a question about any aspect of
running a business, feel free to email it to us for consideration.
Questions will generally be selected based on demand.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Next month’s question
With so many Kiwi builders chasing the Aussie dollar across the Tasman, and the construction
sector gaining momentum at home, quality employees are one of a company’s greatest assets. How do you ensure you
retain your valued employees?
This
month’s question
With building activity gradually increasing, you might be looking to take on new staff.
How do you go about sourcing potential employees and what characteristics/skills/experience do you look for?
Firm: JJ Oskam Builders
Principal: John Oskam
Location: Dunedin
Staff: 7 builders
I’m also fairly specific about experience.
Employees need to have experience
in the type of work we do – which is
reasonably complex, top-end architecture
– and have a fine eye for detail. I find
having a thorough website helps out –
Instead of having to advertise for
most people who contact me have
builders, I’ve found that people approach looked through the website and are
me regularly. Probably 80% of those
familiar with our level.
I’ve employed since I started my business
30 years ago have been people who
Firm: Steve Halton Builders
have rung up or emailed and sent their
Principal: Steve Halton
CV through.
Location: Whangarei
I usually have people coming and going
Staff: 5 builders
every few years but it seems that when
one door shuts, another one opens –
When it comes to hiring staff, it’s good
sometimes literally! I’m impressed by
to be in a small place like Whangarei
anyone who’s got balls enough to
as you rarely have to advertise; since
knock on the door and say ‘this is me’.
I started my business 11 years ago, I
I always ask them ‘why should I employ
never have. You often find employees,
you’ and let them do the talking.
or they find you, through word of mouth.
References are pretty important, so
This also makes it easy to check
I always ring up the previous employer
references, which I consider even more
or two to get an idea of their work ethic;
important
than a good CV. References
I always meet with the applicant in person
can tell you a lot more than a sheet of
as well.
paper – like how productive a person is
and what they’re like to work with, even
I usually look for reliable, hard-working
on a bad day.
people, but it’s about the gut feeling as
well. Honesty’s important, so I always look
Overall, I look for qualified tradesmen
them in the eye – after 30 years of hiring
with good references. It’s also
people, you can usually tell.
important that they come across as
I’ve only had a couple of duds. It’s
trustworthy, so I can be confident that
always a learning experience though and, they’ll work just as well unsupervised
as they do supervised.
looking back, there were warning signs.
Firm: Frontier Building
Principal: Pippa Jones
Location: Wellington
Staff: 1-3 builders
In terms of sourcing staff, I’ve always
found word of mouth to be most effective.
People in the industry often mention good
people who are looking for work, so
when I’m hiring I just ask around and
invite potential employees for an interview.
I’m always looking for employees who are
enthusiastic, hard-working and reliable.
While I’m happy to hire less experienced
people, so long as they’re willing to learn,
it’s important that I always have at least
one very experienced builder.
It’s also important that my employees
take health and safety seriously.
Accidents on worksites can really affect
a business – especially a small one.
Good judgement in problem solving
and dealing with clients is also hugely
important, so I make sure to gauge
their demeanour during an interview
and ask “what would you do?” work
scenario questions.
Also, remember to ask whether they
have a full licence. While it might
not be a deal breaker, it’s important
to be aware of because the employee
won’t be able to go and grab supplies
and insurance rates might be different.
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FEATURES
MBIE
Does your deck pass the safety check?
A welcoming sunny deck for barbeques and lazy afternoons is a must-have for any family home
– just make sure it’s safe!
B
uilding a deck can be as
complicated or simple as you
want. What is important as far as
regulations are concerned is to make
sure that it’s safe for people to use. To
this end, requirements prescribed under
the Building Act 2004 (the Building Act)
and Building Code will help you decide
under what circumstances you will
need a building consent, when to
have safety barriers and potential risk
factors to take into consideration.
Decks higher than 1.5m
Under Schedule 1 of the Building Act, if
a proposed deck, balcony, platform and
bridge, or similar structure, will be more
than 1.5m above finished ground level,
then a building consent is required.
Examples where a building consent
would be required:
• T he owner of a multi-storey apartment
complex intends to provide outdoor
decks to the apartments on the upper
levels. This work will require a building
consent, as it is possible for a person
to fall more than 1.5m.
• A proposed platform is to be constructed
in conjunction with other landscaping
work. The landscaping work will result
in a reduced ground level at the rear
exit of the building. The proposed
platform will have a finished height
above ground of 1.7m and so will
require a building consent.
Note: Building Code Clause F4 – Safety
from falling requires that a safety barrier
be erected where a person can fall
1m or more. This means that for both
types of deck described above to comply
with the Building Code, a safety barrier
must be provided.
Decks lower than 1.5m
A building consent is not required for
decks, balconies, platforms and bridges,
and similar structures where it is not
possible for a person to fall more than
1.5m if the structure collapses. Even if a
building consent if not required, it is still
seen as a built structure, which means the
deck must comply with the Building Code.
Examples where a building consent
would not be required:
•W
hen a building owner constructs
a 50m2 deck attached to two sides
of a building and lower than 1.5m
in height because, even if it were to
collapse, the fall would be no greater
than 1.5m.
• T he owner of a resort intends to build
a boardwalk across some rough ground
for guests to gain easy access to an
ornamental garden and play area (also
part of the resort). Because the highest
point of the boardwalk is 1.5m above
the ground, meaning a person could fall
1m or more, a safety barrier is installed
along both sides.
Remember, even if a building is not
required, if a person can fall further than
1m a safety barrier is required. Take into
consideration whether there is any sloping
that will take ground level further than 1m.
Take care when the building
envelope is penetrated
When any mechanical connections
penetrate the building envelope to provide
support to platforms/decks (eg, nuts, bolts,
coach screws), pay particular attention
to moisture not getting into the building.
All types of deck, balcony and balustrade
must be designed and constructed to meet
the requirements of the New Zealand
Building Code and be maintained
throughout their lifetime.
Safety barriers are required on decks where a person could fall 1m or more
All types of deck, balcony and balustrade
must be designed and constructed to meet the
requirements of the New Zealand Building Code and
be maintained throughout their lifetime
Walking surfaces must
be slip resistant
Building Code Clause D1 Access
Routes requires that access routes “have
adequate slip-resistant walking surfaces
under all conditions of normal use”.
Acceptable Solution D1/AS1 of the
D1 Compliance Document in Paragraph
2 requires a friction coefficient of
0.4 for level access routes used by the
public. Table 2 of D1/AS1 lists the
materials that are acceptable where
a slip resistance of 0.4 is required.
For houses, a 0.4 slip resistance is
required for decks en route to the main
entrance.
Decks that are not en route to the main
entrance are not required to have a 0.4
slip resistance, allowing decking timber
to be laid profiled side down. However,
exposed uncoated timber en route to the
main entrance will probably need some
form of fixed weatherproof matting to
provide slip safety.
On the other hand, all steps and stairs
have to comply with Table 2. This applies
to steps to a deck even if they are not on
the route to the main entrance of a house.
Adequate slip resistance of walking
surfaces also depends on proper
maintenance. Most materials become
less slip resistant with wear and tear.
By applying appropriate sealant and
grit polishes you can also improve
slip resistance. It is also important to
regularly remove slippery mould and
dirt on timber outdoor surfaces.
Reminder
Also bear in mind that any work critical to
the structural integrity or weathertightness
What’s that all about then?
1)
a b c
When is a safety barrier required
on a deck?
a) When a person can fall 1m or more.
b) When a person is 1m tall or more.
c) When playing “Pin the tail on the donkey”.
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of a building is Restricted Building Work.
This type of work may be carried out
or supervised only by Licensed Building
Practitioners. This is to make sure that
family homes are structurally sound and
weathertight.
For more information on barriers and
handrails go to:
www.dbh.govt.nz/UserFiles/File/
Publications/Building/Codewords/pdf/
codewords32.pdf
You will also find further information
in Codewords, the building controls
newsletter available at www.dbh.govt.nz/
codewords-index.
test your knowledge!
2)
a b c
What can be applied to improve slip
resistance?
a) A bit of gumption and true grit.
b) Appropriate sealant and grit polishes.
c) Adhesives and velcro.
3)
a b c
All types of deck, balcony and balustrade
must be designed and constructed to meet
the requirements of:
a) The New Zealand Sporting Code.
b) The New Zealand Building Code.
c) The New Zealand Blokes’ Code.
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BRANZ
Allowing for movement
Almost all building materials move of their own accord. This needs to be allowed for during
design and construction, or the movement can create problems with the durability of materials
and, potentially, the building’s weathertightness
B
oisture movement
M
Thermal movement
Permanent shrinkage
Settlement, creep, flexing and
deflection.
Moisture movement
Materials that absorb and then release
moisture move in response to changes
in environmental moisture levels. These
include timber, concrete, cement plaster,
mortars and concrete masonry.
Movement from moisture level
changes and changes in temperature
is reversible, that is, a material can
shrink or contract and swell or expand
over time. The exception is wood
fibreboard, which will swell when
very wet but will not return to its
original dimensions on drying.
Buildings need to be designed and constructed
so that movement can occur without deformation
or deterioration in the materials or components
Thermal movement is relatively small
for most other materials. However, the
amount of movement in any material
will be influenced by:
• T he daily and annual temperature
ranges (from maximum to minimum)
– the surface temperature of a material
will typically be significantly more
(or less) than the air temperature.
• T he location on the building – north
and westfacing materials will get hotter
and move more than those facing south.
• T he amount of shading.
• The material colour.
• T he length of the element – as the
element becomes longer the amount
of movement becomes more significant.
Permanent shrinkage
Shrinkage from curing is irreversible
– the material shrinks permanently.
Materials that exhibit permanent
shrinkage include:
• Concrete.
• Concrete masonry.
• Cement plaster, such as stucco.
fig.3 Sliding clip fixing for metal roofing
• T imber as it dries down to its fibre
saturation point, as water is lost
from cell walls.
Thermal movement can be reduced by:
Thermal movement
All materials expand when heated
and contract when cooled – some
more significantly than others (see
Figure 1). This needs to be considered
when designing and detailing materials
that have significant thermal movement,
such as (listed in decreasing severity):
www.branz.co.nz
Movement in building materials from
settlement, creep, flexing and deflection
occurs as a result of:
•A
pplied loads, such as live load
deflection or vibration that is a
recurring movement – if the materials
and systems are unable to cope with
this movement, some form of failure
may occur.
•C
reep, where the material moves
under applied loads but does not
recover.
•E
arthquakes or settlement, which
may result in permanent damage
such as cracking in rigid elements.
Movement from these causes can
be minimised by ensuring:
•S
pans of bearers, beams, lintels,
floor joists, rafters and wall studs
are within the limits set for the
material and its size.
• T he actual live and dead loads and
span are within the design limits.
•E
xpansive clays are identified
and their presence allowed for
in foundation design.
fig.2 Roof step detail to allow for movement
• T he design is appropriate for the
wind and earthquake loadings.
fig.4
Schematic of an open drained joint detail
that allows movement in precast panels
•P
roviding shading to reduce
the amount of sun – and therefore
heating – the material is exposed to.
• Finishing with a light colour.
•N
ot having insulation immediately
behind the materials.
• Limiting length.
Reducing the amount of moisture
movement can be achieved by:
•C
oating the material and ensuring
the coating remains in good
condition
• Protecting the material from wetting.
• Using a non-absorbent material.
Accommodating movement
Typical strategies used to accommodate
movement:
4)
fig.5
Flashing expansion joint adapted from E2/AS1
a b c
What is NOT a type of movement
that needs to be accommodated?
a) Moisture movement.
b) Bowel movement.
c) Permanent shrinkage.
Fig 1: Material that has its movement restricted and cannot
expand or swell freely will buckle or split like this zinc panelling
•P
roviding expansion joints in
the materials (see Figure 2).
• Over-drilling fixing holes.
• Using slotted fixing holes.
• Using sliding clips (see Figure 3).
• P roviding clearances between
elements/materials to allow the
movement to occur. (See the
expansion gap in Figure 2 and
the open drained joint in Figure
4, which allows movement, deals
with water and does not require
any external sealant).
• O verlapping materials to
create a sliding joint. Bevelback
weatherboards and board and
batten accommodate movement in
the building and the board widths
because of the laps. The E2/AS1
metal flashing detail (see Figure 5)
allows movement at the lapped
What’s that all about then?
•M
etals – lead, zinc, aluminium,
brass, austenitic stainless steel,
copper, mild steel, ferritic stainless
steel, cast iron.
• Plastics – polyethylene, polypropylene,
polycarbonate, acrylic, PVC, GRP.
Settlement, creep, flexing
and deflection
•B
uildings are well founded on good
ground – potential risks such as
liquefaction have been identified and
designed for and, where buildings
are to be located on fill, that fill has
been compacted to current standards.
The amount of movement that occurs
will depend on the material itself,
how much the temperature and
moisture conditions change and the
way the material is finished, installed,
constructed or protected.
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material protection
• Adhesives.
uildings need to be designed
and constructed so that
movement can occur without
deformation or deterioration in
the materials or components. There
are four types of movement that
need to be accommodated.
•
•
•
•
• Cement mortars.
and sealed join in the flashing and
with the overlap to the cladding.
• S ingle not double fixing (as with
timber weatherboards). Double
nailing has the opposite effect
(on any timber board) and restricts
the movement.
•U
sing sealant joints, provided
the joints are correctly designed,
the sealant is the correct product for
the materials being sealed and the
amount of movement expected to
occur, and a maintenance programme
is in place to ensure the sealant
remains effective. Criteria for sealant
joints include the correct width to
depth ratio to give an hour-glass
shape, adhesion to the sides of the
joint only and, ideally, protection
from UV rays.
test your knowledge!
5)
a b c
Materials that exhibit permanent
shrinkage include:
a) C
oncrete, cement, timber and
adhesives.
b) Wool in the dryer.
c) Men in cold water.
6)
a b c
When does creep occur?
a) When using sliding clips.
b) When material moves under applied
loads but does not recover.
c) When you get home late from
the pub.
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FEATURES
site safe
Drink safely, work wisely!
Don’t allow alcohol and drug use to become a problem in the
workplace – discuss the issue with employees and workmates
What are possible
consequences of working
under the influence?
F
•Y
ou could kill or injure yourself
or another person while working
on site.
or most of us who enjoyed a few
drinks over Christmas and the
New Year, alcohol is something
that can be enjoyed in moderation
without causing any apparent harm.
When alcohol is more than a social
pastime and becomes dependancy
or ‘abuse’, the impact is often serious
and far reaching.
• T here could be an emotional
impact on you and your family,
or the families of others involved
in an accident for which you are
found responsible.
•Y
ou or the person/s you have
injured could spend months or
years rehabilitating from injuries
sustained in the accident (even
then, there is no guarantee there
will be a full recovery).
In 2012, Research NZ published
a review on alcohol-related injuries
and found strong evidence of how
alcohol and drug use negatively affect
performance in the workplace. The
Ministry of Business, Innovation and
Employment has also stated that drug
and alcohol use outside of work can
lead to impairment that significantly
impacts the workplace, reducing
productivity, incurring costs and
liabilities and even resulting in injury
or death.
• If you drive a vehicle, you could
kill or injure yourself or another
person travelling in the vehicle
with you, as well as other road
users.
•Y
ou could be disqualified from
driving or face legal charges.
It is important to be aware of the
dangers of being under the influence.
• Being unable to drive may prevent
you from doing your job, or getting
to and from your place of work.
How is your ability to
work impaired while under
the influence of alcohol
and/or drugs?
•D
runk driving is a criminal offence
and can appear on your criminal
record.
• Insurance companies may refuse
to pay out, if it is found that the
driver of a vehicle involved in an
accident was driving while under
the influence of alcohol and/or
drugs; this may be regarded as
committing a criminal activity under
the ‘General Exclusions’ clause in
most policies.
• Your reaction time becomes slower.
•Y
our judgment will be impaired,
which will lead to poor decisionmaking.
• Your vision becomes blurred.
•Y
ou will suffer the effects of
fatigue a lot sooner than normal.
7)
What is NOT an affect of alcohol
and/or drugs on your ability to work
and drive?
a) Blurred vision.
b) Slower reactions.
c) Superhuman powers.
Research has shown that the
above effects often begin to show
way before you reach the blood
alcohol limit.
www.sitesafe.org.nz
a b c
While alcohol can be enjoyed in moderation outside work, excess can significantly impact your performance at work
stomach holding food for longer,
and therefore keep the alcohol
from reaching the small intestine,
which is the most efficient area
for alcohol absorption.
•Y
ou may also find that you are
unable to obtain insurance cover
in the future.
•E
mployers may take a no-tolerance
approach and you could lose
your job.
Managing alcohol use
It’s possible to enjoy a drink
outside of work hours – just consider
these points and share them with
your employees/workmates.
• P lan ahead. As with any task,
if you plan ahead you will find
things will go a lot smoother
if you deal with it when and as
it happens.
• Plan your events on the weekends
or with the next day off.
•A
s an employer, you have the
responsibility to provide a safe
workplace at all times – this includes
after-work functions.
Enjoy the good things in life but do
so in moderation. Be healthy and safe
while at work and make sure you always
have a plan to get yourself home safely.
Don’t put yourself or others at risk!
• D esignate a sober driver or use
“Dial a Driver”.
About Site Safe
• Use a taxi or public transport.
• If in doubt, don’t work. If you
wake up the next morning
feeling sick or still intoxicated,
do not drive and do not go to
work. Working or driving while
still under the influence, even
the next day, is dangerous.
Site Safe is a not-for-profit industry
organisation providing useful tools
for your business. Site Specific
Safety Plans are free to download.
For construction businesses under
20 staff, a Contractor & Subbies
Site Safety Kit is available as an
introduction to company and site
safety, with basic health and safety
passport training, membership
and signage for your site.
Notes on event planning
• If you are organising an event
where alcohol will be consumed,
make sure there is sufficient food
available. Eating will slow down
the effects of alcohol due to the
What’s that all about then?
If you wake up the next
morning feeling sick
or still intoxicated, do not
drive and do not go to work
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As an employer, you have the responsibility
to provide a safe workplace at all times
– this includes after-work functions
Go to www.sitesafe.org.nz or call
0800 SITE SAFE for more information.
test your knowledge!
8)
a b c
Research has shown that the effects
of alcohol often begin to show:
a) Way before you reach the blood
alcohol limit.
b) Way before you reach the top
of the scaffold.
c) Way before you make a pass
at ‘Hairy Mary’.
9)
a b c
If you wake up feeling sick or intoxicated,
what should you do?
a) Call your mum.
b) Stay where you are.
c) C
rawl out the doghouse, find your pants,
apologise to the neighbours, wipe the
ink off your face and get to work!
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product news
product news
RibRaft reliability to aid rebuilds
Easy Access promises safe ascent
New RibRaft® EQ flooring system engineered for TC3 zones
NZ manufacturer offers a variety of equipment for working safely at height
®
F
irth Industries’ RibRaft® EQ
flooring system has been designed
to comply with the seismic
specifications of DBH-approved flooring
solutions for the Christchurch rebuild.
An enhanced version of Firth’s
original RibRaft ® floor, this innovative
concrete construction method is quick
and efficient to install and offers
great strength and insulation benefits.
Already renowned for its compliance
“Firth’s original RibRaft® flooring system
with the Technical Category 2
has proven itself over many years and
(TC2) land categories, Firth Industries
performed beyond expectations during
RibRaft® EQ has been further developing the Christchurch earthquakes,” says
Firth national technical manager Jon
its flooring system to create solutions
Hambling.
for TC3-zoned properties.
Until now, the cost to either repair
or rebuild the foundations for new
or existing homes in TC3 areas has
been almost prohibitive.
Until now, the cost to either repair or rebuild
the foundations for new or existing homes
in TC3 areas has been almost prohibitive
“We have modified this successful formula
to create an even stronger, more secure
floor to deal with TC3 ground conditions,
because we want Christchurch residents
to have confidence in the foundations
of their new homes.”
The guidelines for this zone require that,
following a settlement-causing event,
houses must be able to be re-levelled
quickly and reoccupied within four weeks.
“This requirement has dropped many
properties into the ‘too hard’ or ‘too
expensive’ basket,” says Jon.
“We believe we have a solution –
Firth’s RibRaft® TC3 system comprises
upper and lower slabs that can be
jacked apart following an earthquake
that causes settlement, allowing the
house to be re-levelled quickly and easily.
Final approval for the TC3 system,
from the relevant authorities, has now
been granted.
For more information, call
0800 800 576 , email [email protected]
or go to www.firth.co.nz
Firth’s RibRaft® TC3 flooring system comprises upper and lower slabs which can be jacked apart following an earthquake
that causes settlement, allowing the house to be re-levelled quickly and easily
Technical categories
explained
Technical Categories (TC1, 2 and 3) are
a classification developed by MBIE to
describe how land is expected to perform
in future earthquakes. They are part of the
guidance provided by MBIE regarding
engineering options for new or repaired
residential foundations in Canterbury.
• T echnical Category 1 (TC1) – future
land damage from liquefaction unlikely.
• T echnical Category 2 (TC2) – minor to
moderate land damage from liquefaction
is possible in future large earthquakes.
A Firth RibRaft® TC3 test slab – loaded with concrete bricks, to simulate the weight of a standard house – is lifted without
any cracking. Observers from various agencies, councils and insurance companies watched the display
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• T echnical Category 3 (TC3) – moderate
to significant land damage from
liquefaction is possible in future large
earthquakes.
F
alling from heights is the most
common cause of workplace
deaths in New Zealand and
it’s a major issue in the construction
sector, with more than 50% of
falls from less than three metres
and approximately 70% from
ladders and roofs, according to
Ministry of Business, Innovation
and Employment (MBIE) figures.
The human and financial toll of falls
from height in construction is simply
too high, estimated at $24 million
a year.
In early 2012, MBIE launched
a three-year harm reduction
campaign – Preventing Falls from
Height – to address this.
The department determined that
using ladders in inappropriate
situations was often the cause
of a fall. Ladders don’t offer any
protection from a fall, so should
only be used for light tasks of
short duration.
Easy Access specialises in
simple systems that require
minimal training and work
effectively for many years
without wearing out
A builder sets up tubular steel rails to protect workers from falling from height
Mini Mobile scaffold system, the
Stabull platforms and various models
of platform ladders.
Easy Access also sells roof rails,
which are now available through
PlaceMakers.
“Roof rails are easily set up,
even by one person, and can be
used on new and existing roofs
without penetrating either the
wall or roof cladding,” says
Easy Access Company director
Shane Wearmouth. “They are fully
Its guidelines outline specific situations adjustable to suit every situation,
on any terrain, and can be largely
where ladders are suitable, with tips
set up from the ground, unlike other
for using them correctly. The use of
systems which require the user to
other equipment – such as platform
be up a ladder or on a roof while
ladders or small mobile scaffolds
fixing the system on.”
and platforms – are recommended
for numerous other tasks traditionally
Easy Access specialises in simple
done using ladders. MBIE and industry systems that require minimal
leaders have also been proactive in
training and work effectively for
promoting the use of alternatives, with
many years without wearing out.
workshops and demonstration days for For those situations where ladder
subcontractors.
use is appropriate, Easy Access
Easy Access Company, which designs
and manufactures innovative and
high-quality height safety equipment,
offers alternative methods for working
at height, including the
offers a fully welded ‘Warthog
serious grunt’ ladder range,
guaranteed against becoming wobbly
after usual wear and tear due to
having no rivets or pressed joints.
Using a mobile scaffold rather than a ladder is
recommended when completing tasks of long duration
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IndustrY news
Positive trend in building activity continues
Quarterly value of work strongest in ten years
T
he seasonally adjusted volume of
building activity for the September
2012 quarter increased 9.6%,
led by non-residential building work
largely driven within the Canterbury
region. Canterbury and Auckland led
the growth in residential construction.
The seasonally adjusted value of all work
increased by 9.8%, driven by a 7.8%
increase in residential activity and a
12.5% increase for non-residential activity.
The trend for residential building
activity volumes has increased 18.2% in
the September 2012 year, after falling
to an 18-year low in the September
2011 quarter.
The seasonally adjusted value of
residential building work is up 7.8%
in the September quarter, following an
8.2% increase in the previous quarter.
The unadjusted value of work in the
September quarter was $1.6 billion,
up 20.7% on the September 2011
quarter. New dwellings were up
$257 million and additions, alterations
and out-buildings were up $24 million.
Seasonally adjusted non-residential
building volumes were up 12.4%
compared to the September 2011
quarter, following a decrease of 4.5%
in the previous quarter. The seasonally
adjusted value for building activity
increased 12.5% in the September
2012 quarter. The unadjusted value
of non-residential building work was
$1.3 billion, up 11% from September
2011 quarter. Chief contributors were
hospitals and nursing homes, commercial,
and factory and industrial buildings.
October consents highest
in four years
The 1,639 new houses consented in
October 2012 were the highest for
any month in four years. Statistics New
Zealand industry and labour statistics
manager Blair Cardno reported that
consents were up 32% on October 2011.
up 28% on October 2011. Apartments
were up to 168 from 89 the previous
year. Canterbury and Auckland led the
increase in new houses. Canterbury
was up 122 to 333 compared October
2011. Other increases were in
Manawatu-Wanganui, up 72 (206%)
to 107; Bay of Plenty, up 61 (82%) to
135; and Otago, up 48 (81%) to 107.
“Since the latest low
point in March 2011,
we have seen continuous
steady growth in the
trend for the number
of new houses consented”
– Blair Cardno, Statistics NZ
Compared to the same month last
year, the seasonally adjusted numbers
of new dwellings consented in October
2012 were down 1.5% and 2.0%
excluding apartments.
The value of non-residential consents
are up $116 million (42%) from
October 2011. Eight of 11 building
types increased in value with shops,
restaurants and taverns, offices and
administration buildings and storage
buildings leading the way.
November consents build on
October highs
The trend of the last 20 months
continued with the number of new
houses increasing again in November.
“Since the latest low point in March
2011, we have seen continuous steady
growth in the trend for the number of
new houses consented,” said Mr Cardno.
“The trend for new houses, including
apartments, has climbed 45% over the
20 months to November 2012.”
“Win-win” for industry and apprentices as demand in Christchurch picks up
BCITO chief executive Ruma Karaitiana
says builders in Christchurch are
screaming out for good apprentices.
Compared with November 2011,
there were 1,658 new dwellings,
including apartments (up 20%,)
and 1,619 new dwellings excluding
apartments (up 27%), the highest
since February 2008.
The new dwelling increases were
led by the South Island. Canterbury
was up 171 (71%) to 413, the highest
in over five years. Otago was up 49
(65%) to 124, and Tasman, up 19
(112%) to 36. The Auckland region
continues to have the highest number
of new dwellings consented.
The value of non-residential building
consents in November 2012 was
$420 million, up $5 million (1.3%)
compared with November 2011.
The increase was led by hostels and
boarding houses, up $39 million;
factories and industrial buildings,
up $17 million (46%); and storage
buildings, up $11 million (41%).
Auckland and Canterbury contributed
65% to the value of non-residential
building work in November 2012
and the three next largest regions
were Wellington, Waikato and Otago.
The value of all buildings consented
for the year ended November 2012
was $10 billion, 18% higher than the
November 2011 year. The increase
was driven by residential buildings
up $1.3 billion (26%) to $6.1 billion,
with non-residential buildings up
$263 million (7.2%) to $3.9 billion.
In November 2012, the value of
consents for all buildings was $1 billion,
up 15% on November 2011. Residential
buildings contributed $129 million of
the $134 million increase. The trend
for the value of all buildings has been
growing for 18 months.
“There is a clear trend over the last
19 months, which shows an increase
in new houses both including and
excluding apartments,” said Mr Cardno.
Making the connection – BCITO staff in Christchurch anticipate
a heavy workload
A
dedicated team has been
assigned to match employers,
who have registered their need
for apprentices, with those keen
to start a career in the construction
industry. Many are starting their
building apprenticeships with the
BCITO direct from school.
“Builders need all the talent they can
get right now, so it’s is a great time for
career seekers to start an apprenticeship
in this bustling industry. The BCITO can
facilitate this by putting career seekers in
contact with builders in Christchurch – it’s
a win-win. We’re placing people directly
from school, as well as those who have
done pre-trade training,” he said.
The BCITO signed up more than
650 new apprentices in the Canterbury
region in 2012 and demand is expected
to grow significantly given the 30,000
people required.
“There are excellent career prospects
in the building industry for dedicated
people who want to get ahead,”
said Mr Karaitiana.
Apprentice builder Josh Grassam
found work in Christchurch with the
help of the BCITO. Josh said he chose
to undertake a BCITO apprenticeship
so he could learn on the job.
“I can learn straight from my employer,
and learn exactly how he likes things
done,” said Josh.
It didn’t take long for Josh to land
a job after filling out the ‘Looking
for Work’ form on the BCITO
website. He registered his details
in November 2011, and was in
a BCITO apprenticeship by March
2012.
There are currently more than
1,100 people in apprenticeship
training through the BCITO in the
Canterbury region.
Employers looking for apprentices
can call the BCITO on 0800 442 486.
WANT A CAREER IN BUILDING? GET A HEAD START WITH PLACEMAKERS
Hayden Paddon
P-WRC World Champion 2011
G’day, I’m Hayden.
PlaceMakers have been on my support team for a couple of years now
and their early investment in Team Hayden Paddon enabled me to take my
rallying career to a whole new level, from P-WRC class to the S-WRC class.
But their support hasn’t stopped there; they’ve been right behind me as I aim,
ultimately, to get to the top level of my sport, the WRC competition.
Now, PlaceMakers and BCITO want to take aspiring builders up a level too with a
brand new scholarship: the PlaceMakers Apprentice Scholarship Scheme (P.A.S.S.).
It’s like this; PlaceMakers want to get behind New Zealand’s building industry by paying
the BCITO fees and offering on-going mentoring for all successful scholarship applicants
and their employers and not just for one year but for the duration of the apprenticeship.
So, if you’re a current apprentice or looking to get a start in building then this opportunity is for
you. Employers, if you want to nominate your apprentice or you’re looking to hire then make sure
you check this out as well!
Together, we’ll take your building career to the next level.
For full details and how to apply go to www.placemakers.co.nz/pass
Excluding apartments, 1,471 new
dwellings were consented nationally –
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BCITO connecting employers and career seekers
The trend for new houses, including apartments, continues to rise. It has climbed 45% over the post20 months to November 2012
FEATURES
MBiE
A soft landing is the next best thing
Working safely at height is all about preventing a fall – but if
a fall does occur, there are ways of mitigating the outcome
Classification of safety nets
While falling from height is a key concern
on worksites, being hit by debris falling
from height is another
Safety nets conforming to BS EN 1263-1
should be used. For further guidance see:
•E
N 1263:1 (2002) Industry
Safety Nets
•B
S EN 1263:2 Safety Requirements
for the Positioning Limits
• B S 3913: Industrial safety nets
Falling debris
While falling from height is a key
concern on worksites, being hit by
debris falling from height is another.
This is why it’s always important
to make sure it doesn’t hit someone
on its way down.
Catch platforms
A catch platform is a platform
attached to a scaffold to contain
debris falling from a working
platform. A cantilevered portion
of a catch platform is also called
a fan. These platforms should not
be used to catch people.
access to service plant. Crawl boards
shall have a minimum width of
450mm and should have handrails.
On brittle roofs, guardrails should
be permanently installed on crawl
boards and fixed roof ladders.
Crawl boards should have a nonslip surface or cleats, depending
on their pitch. Ensure that permanent
access complies with the Building
Act 2004.
Temporary roof ladders and crawl
boards should be of the same standard
as for permanent installations.
I
n almost all cases, taking
proper precautionary measures
to minimise risk when working
at height will prevent falls. However,
there are also ways to minimise the
impact of a fall if one does occur.
Soft landing system (SLS)
A SLS is designed to lessen the impact
of a fall by using impact-absorbing
bags in areas where a fall might
occur. The purpose of a SLS is to
mitigate the effect of falls from height
during construction, by providing
an energy-absorbing landing area.
Most SLSs are designed for use
inside a building, where the bags
will be enclosed by walls or partitions.
See PAS 59:2004 – Filled collective
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www.mbie.govt.nz
Safety nets are used on construction sites and similar
works mainly to arrest a person’s fall, although
they can also be used to catch or contain debris
fall arrest systems, available from the
British Standards Institute.
Safety nets
Safety nets are used on construction
sites and similar works mainly to arrest
a person’s fall, although they can also
be used to catch or contain debris.
Safety nets are manufactured from
synthetic materials. They are lightweight
and rot-resistant, but can be easily
damaged by improper use, wear and
tear, heat, fire, handling and storage.
UV degradation, weathering and
other environmental factors can result
in some strength loss. It is therefore
essential that safety nets are subject
to regular examinations by a competent
person and are periodically tested
in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions. The manufacturer’s
instructions should also be followed
for installation, use and storage.
These guidelines have been prepared in association
with 21 representatives from businesses and
organisations in New Zealand and are generic –
it is advised that they be followed alongside specific
safety rules suited to your particular working
environment. The guidelines provide everyone
involved with working at height clear direction on how to manage
the work in a way that will reduce the death and injury toll.
Fixed roof ladders and
crawl boards
Fixed crawl boards and roof ladders
may be used to provide permanent
access to a work positioning system,
or on pitched or brittle roofs, to gain
What’s that all about then?
a b c
A soft landing system (SLS) is:
a) Around 8-10 pints.
b) An energy-absorbing
landing area
c) An inflatable safety net.
Crawl boards, when used on their
own, do not prevent a fall. Where
the potential of a fall still exists
while using crawl boards, additional
measures such as edge protection
and/or fall restraint systems may
need to be used.
This article features content from MBIE’s recently published
Best Practice Guidelines for Working at Height in New
Zealand, which provides practical guidance to employers,
contractors, sub-contractors, employees and anyone
involved with working at height.
More information on catch
platforms and fans on scaffolds can
be found in Best Practice Guidelines
for Scaffolding in New Zealand.
10)
The bracket on the top of a crawl
board or roof ladder should be
sufficiently deep to reach over
the ridge and lap the roof framing.
Preventing Falls from Height
The platform must be of robust
construction and designed to sustain
the maximum potential impact load.
Scaffolding components may be used
to construct a mobile catch platform.
Safety nets can arrest a person’s fall or catch debris. Photo provided by Safety Nets NZ, which supplies, installs,and removes safety nets for residential and commercial buildings
Roof ladders should be used on
roof pitches over 25 degrees.
test your knowledge!
11)
a b c
How should safety nets be tested?
a) In accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
b) As an apprentice’s initiation.
c) In accordance with DOL law.
12)
a b c
What is a catch platform?
a) A platform used to catch debris.
b) A dating site profile.
c) A platform with a hidden
drawback.
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FEATURES
LEGAL
Getting your hands on your money – Part 2
Further details on how the Construction Contracts Act can
help you claim outstanding payments for work completed
Payment schedules
If you have served a payment claim
that meets all of the requirements
above, the onus goes on the person
who contracted you to respond with
a payment schedule that complies
with the CCA. They must do this
by the due date for payment.
Payment schedules must meet
all of the requirements set out in
section 21 of the CCA. They must:
• B e in writing.
• Identify the payment claim they
are responding to.
• Indicate the amount which the
payer believes is properly payable.
• S how how they calculated the
amount they believe is payable.
• G ive reasons for any difference
between the amount claimed and
the amount they believe is payable.
The catch
If the person you contracted with
does not serve you with a payment
schedule by the due date, you
automatically become entitled to
receive the full amount of your
payment claim – even if the other
person subsequently disputes the
amount you have claimed.
Suspending work until you are paid may prove effective but make sure you have the right to do so
A
s discussed last month, the
Construction Contracts Act 2002
(CCA) sets out an adjudication
process to help you get paid for
your work. This article considers
the way in which payments become
“due” under the CCA and how to
use suspension of work as a way
to enforce payments due to you.
Getting your claims right
The first step toward getting payment
is to make sure that your payment
claim is in order. If you have a written
construction contract, it may set out
how payment claims should be made.
Your payment claim needs to meet
all of the requirements in that contract.
Second, your payment claim needs to
meet all of the requirements in section
20 of the CCA. You should make sure
that your payment claim:
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www.bcito.org.nz
If you are undertaking construction projects,
it pays to be familiar with the CCA, especially
if you’re having trouble getting paid
• Is in writing.
• Identifies the construction contract
to which it relates.
• Identifies the work for which you
are claiming payment, and the period
in which the work was done.
• Indicates the amount you are claiming
and the due date for payment.
• Indicates how you calculated the
amount you are claiming.
•S
tates that “This is a payment claim
under the Construction Contracts Act
2002”. (This last part is particularly
important!).
You need to serve your payment
claim on the person or company
who contracted you to do the
work. If this person is a residential
occupier – being a person who
intends to live in the building when
it is complete – you must also serve
them with a Notice to Residential
Occupier. This Notice needs to include
certain specific information set out in
the CCA.
We recommend that you obtain legal
advice if you are having trouble with
a residential occupier paying you.
If the person you contracted with
does serve a payment schedule
by the due date, you’re entitled
to be paid the full amount shown
in that payment schedule.
If you get paid at this stage, the
payment problem is resolved.
However, if you do not receive the
payment owed, you should consider
whether you can suspend work.
The CCA provides you with a regime
for recovering payment and, in the right
circumstances, suspending work
Suspending work
If you are thinking about suspending
work until you are paid, your right to
do this may depend on whether or not
you have a written contract. If you have
a written contract, you should check
whether it includes a right to suspend
work where there are payments due
and outstanding; or whether it expressly
prohibits such an action. If a right to
suspend is included in the contract, you
need to follow the steps set out in the
contract for suspending work, including
giving any required notice.
If you do not have a written contract,
or if your contract does not mention
suspension, you may still be entitled
to suspend work under the CCA. An
important exception to this, however, is
that the suspension rights under the CCA
do not apply to residential construction
projects, where you are working directly
for the owner-occupier (ie someone who
a b c
What is the first step toward getting
payment?
a) Say you have links with the Mafia.
b) Ensure your payment claim is
in order.
c) Get a job!
For all other projects, the CCA provides
suspension rights, if you have not been
provided with a payment schedule in
the specified timeframe, or if you have
not been paid in accordance with the
payment schedule.
Once you have given notice and
suspended work, you are entitled to
an extension of time to complete the
contract. You can lift the suspension
at any time and must lift it as soon as
you receive the outstanding payment.
Conclusion
The CCA provides you with a regime
for recovering payment and, in the
right circumstances, suspending work.
If you are undertaking construction
projects, it pays to be familiar with
the CCA, especially if you’re having
trouble getting paid.
Contact information
This article was prepared by Jo-Anne Knight, a Senior Associate of Simpson
Grierson. Jo-Anne specialises in the CCA and construction-related disputes. If you
have any questions relating to this article or the CCA generally, please contact
Jo-Anne Knight on ph: (09) 977 5340 or at [email protected]
The information in this article is intended as a general guide only and is not
intended to be legal advice. Detailed advice should be obtained to cover a
specific situation.
What’s that all about then?
13)
lives in the house, or ultimately intends
to live in the property).
test your knowledge!
14)
a b c
What does the CCA provide suspension
rights for?
a) All residential construction projects
other than aprtments.
b) All projects other than residential
construction projects.
c) All sports competitions between
NZ and Aussie.
15)
a b c
You need to serve your payment
claim on:
a) A Tuesday morning.
b) The person or company who
contracted you to do the work.
c) The back of the memorial service
for the last non-payer.
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Registered Master Builders House of the Year
in association with PlaceMakers
Winners of the 2012 House of the Year in association with PlaceMakers, showcase the very
best in quality workmanship and building innovation across New Zealand this year
PlaceMakers customers top
2012 House of the Year awards
Results solidify PlaceMakers’ position as the preferred choice of NZ’s best builders
P
laceMakers customers won
17 of the 22 Registered Master
Builders Awards this year, sparking
a huge sense of pride and satisfaction
among stores across the country.
PlaceMakers chief executive John
Beveridge was quick to congratulate
the winners on their outstanding
achievements.
To further enhance the competition’s
reputation and encourage wider
participation, the new sponsorship
structure will include a panel of
industry sponsors.
“For House of the Year to remain the
country’s best building competition,
attracting the best talent, we must
continue to evolve and this new
inclusive sponsorship ensures that,”
said Mr Beveridge.
“After 22 consecutive years as the lead
sponsor, PlaceMakers is excited at the
opportunity to promote the competition to
all Registered Master Builders Federation
builders and stakeholders alongside
fellow building industry experts.”
“These awards recognise the highest
level of skill, expertise and innovation
within the industry,” he said. “These
builders are the leaders that will
inspire and reinvigorate our industry
through their example and commitment
to excellence.”
‘
’
Work of art the critics’ choice
PSL CONSTRUCTION LIMITED – AUCKLAND
Category: New Homes over $2 million
F
or the retired owners of the
2012 House of the Year, their
home is a work of art, blending
the scenery outside with the painted
canvases within.
The three-bedroom cliff-top Remuera
residence, which captured the PlaceMakers
Supreme Award in the Registered Master
Builders House of the Year competition,
embraces the beautiful surroundings,
blurring boundaries between the interior
and exterior at every opportunity.
Where views end, artwork begins.
The client’s brief included incorporating
a significant collection of modern
New Zealand art into the home.
Room heights are modulated to create
intimacy and drama and a colourful
material palette rebuffs stark modernism
with its warmth and texture.
The central hallway leads from the
entry, past high gallery walls to the
outside jetty, which extends over the
cliff edge to hover over the bay.
He said having PlaceMakers’
customers represent more than 80%
of this year’s winners was a strong
testament to its trade capability.
Also the winner of its category and the
GIB Living Award, judges said the home
demonstrates “outstanding craftmanship”
and “exceptional finishing”.
“Built to perfection, this home more than
deserves this honour,” said the judges.
“The seamless connections between
indoor and outdoor living, presented
with a variety of materials and colour
schemes, morph together to provide
a superb backdrop to the finishing
touches by a very discerning owner.”
ABOUT PSL CONSTRUCTION LIMITED
Formed by experienced builder Phil
Leach in the late 1990s, PSL Construction
builds high-quality, architecturally
designed new and renovated houses
at the top end of the market in the
central Auckland suburbs. Phil’s hands-on
management approach, dedicated team
and experienced subcontractors ensure
a consistently high standard of building.
Classic looks, modern attitude
“We are clearly the preferred choice
for NZ’s best builders,” he said.
“I’m delighted to see PlaceMakers’
customers being so highly commended
for their hard work and passion in
turning their clients’ visions into reality.”
RIORDAN CONSTRUCTION LIMITED – AUCKLAND
Category: Renovation Award over $500,000
PSL Construction Ltd owners Phil and Gail Leach (front) receive the PlaceMakers Supreme Award from PlaceMakers
chief executive John Beveridge, Hon. Maurice Williamson and RMBF David Fabish
“We are clearly the
preferred choice
for NZ’s best builders”
– John Beveridge,
PlaceMakers Chief Executive
Recognised as New Zealand’s
premier residential and commercial
building competition, House of the
Year judges a series of regional events
throughout the country to determine
winners for a variety of categories –
from renovations over $500,000 to
homes under $250,000 and more
than $2 million.
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M
Riordan Construction Ltd owners Paul and Helen Riordan receive the Renovation of the Year Award from PlaceMakers
chief executive John Beveridge, Hon. Maurice Williamson and RMBF David Fabish
odernising this beautiful,
three-bedroom Tauranga
home, while retaining its
original appearance, was an exercise
in precision for Riordan Construction
Limited – and the result was seamless!
Stone garden walls were dismantled
and rebuilt in new positions. The
cobblestones were all lifted, flipped
and relaid. Inside, the original
fireplace and stair handrails were
carefully restored.
The owner, whose father built the home
in the 1970s, wanted to renovate without
losing its classic character. Builder Paul
Riordan spent hours with the owner and
architect planning how to make it work.
“It was a complete renovation, with
everything stripped back to its bones,”
said Paul. “The frame and the roof
were the only things left intact.”
Original roof tiles were carefully
re-laid at the front of the house, with
all the new ones hidden at the back.
The judges, who also awarded it
PlaceMakers Heart of the Home Kitchen
Award, were incredibly impressed with
the time and care spent to retain the
old while adding the new – and the
exquisite result.
“The finishing is second to none,
incorporating a theme of oak throughout,
including custom-made cabinetry tying
in with the joinery, doors and stairwell
detailing,” they said.
“We were incredibly impressed with
the creative enhancement of proportions
to allow for the family’s changing
lifestyle, without moving outside the
original footprint of the home.
“This is not only the Renovation of the Year,
but a renovation for many years to come.”
ABOUT RIORDAN CONSTRUCTION
LIMITED
This small, personalised and professional
business is a two-time winner of the House
of the Year Supreme Renovation Award.
Paul, who has more than 30 years of
experience, founded the company 15
years ago and has established a glowing
reputation in the Bay of Plenty for
high-quality builds and renovations.
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Registered Master Builders House of the Year
in association with PlaceMakers
Winners of the 2012 House of the Year in association with PlaceMakers, showcase the very
best in quality workmanship and building innovation across New Zealand this year
COLIN THOM BUILDER LIMITED
Nulook Builder’s Own Home Award
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METZGER BUILDING LIMITED
CLIVE BARRINGTON CONSTRUCTION LIMITED
New Homes $1 million – $2 million
Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment
– Building and Housing New Homes under $250,000
PlaceMakers Dunedin congratulate their customer Colin Thom who
won the ‘Builder’s Own Home’ category for his family home in Dunedin
PlaceMakers Cranford Street congratulate their customer, which
won its category and the PlaceMakers Bathroom Excellence
Award for a home in Saint Albans, Christchurch
PlaceMakers Riccarton and Cranford Street congratulate their customer
CBCL, which won its category for a home in Merivale, Christchurch
CJW BUILD LIMITED
LITE-HOUSE LIMITED
HYBRID HOME AND LIVING LIMITED
PlaceMakers Renovation Award $250,000 – $500,000
Outdoor Living Award
Sustainable Homes under $500,000
This PlaceMakers Hamilton customer won its category for an impressive
brick home renovation in Chartwell, Hamilton
This PlaceMakers Waiheke customer won its award for a home with great
indoor/outdoor flow in Church Bay, Waiheke Island
This PlaceMakers Nelson customer won its category for an efficient,
sustainable and timeless home in Hope, Nelson
ALLAN WALLACE BUILDERS LIMITED
PAUL JONES CONSTRUCTION LIMITED
HAIMES BUILDING LIMITED
BRANZ Sustainable Homes $500,000 – $1 million
New Homes $450,000 – $600,000
Master Build Services New Homes $250,000 – $350,000
The category and the Future-Proof Building Energy Efficiency Award went
to PlaceMakers Westgate customer Allan Wallace for this home in Rodney
This PlaceMakers Hawera and New Plymouth customer won its category for a
contemporary home nestled against the hill of the Rawhitiroa valley in Eltham
This PlaceMakers Taupo customer won its category for a design build home,
carefully constructed to capture the views of Lake Taupo
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SPORT REPORT
SPORT REPORT
Million-dollar man
PlaceMakers support for Super Rugby
NZ rally star must raise the cash before he raises the crown
Important community partnership
R
aising $1 million in a few
months might be far from the
minds of most 25-year-old Kiwi
males, but it’s become an annual
challenge for Hayden Paddon in
order to fund his continued assault
on a hotly contended world rally title.
“It’s quite a daunting number, though
not impossible and I’m determined to
make it happen,” he says.
“We’ve got offers on the table from
both SWRC and WRC teams and
they both require funding.”
While Hayden plans his next move,
he is committed to improving his
performance in whichever class
he decides to contend. To ensure he
gets more miles under his belt between
WRC events, he’s busy rebuilding his
old Mitsubishi rally car.
“One of our big problems [last year]
was that without a car at home, we
didn’t have enough time in the seat,”
says Paddon. “This way we can get
more practice and compete in more
NZ rallies!”
He is determined to focus on
the positives from his first SWRC
season after what he dubbed
a “disappointing finish” by his
own high standards.
“Our speed was good and that’s
Date
increased my confidence as
a driver,” says Paddon. “We won
74% of the stages throughout the
year and we were able to compete
with some of the factory teams – so
we plan to build on that.”
The talented driver from Geraldine
has been well-supported by generous
New Zealand sponsors, such as
PlaceMakers, since his bid to become
WRC champion began in 2011 – but
to continue he needs international
names on board as well.
“We’re currently in discussion with
some big players like Red Bull –
so fingers crossed something comes
through!” says Paddon.
Battle commences for Highlanders captain Andrew Hore at the NZ
opener in Dunedin on 22 February. Photo: AFP/STRINGER/Getty Images
W
ill the Highlanders’ new All
Black additions help capture
that elusive first title? Will test
veteran Ali Williams lead the Blues to
glory? Or will the Chiefs have enough
to defend the title? Will the ‘Canes
cane it or will Canterbury triumph with
another successful crusade in 2013? No
matter where your allegiance lies, this
Super Rugby season promises to be as
entertaining as ever!
Now in its third season of the new
format, and in the second year of
sponsorship with PlaceMakers, the 2013
season kicks off at the end of February.
PlaceMakers is proud to be known as
the official community partner of the five
New Zealand franchises.
“We’re very pleased with the renewed
interest in rugby on the back of the All
Blacks’ stunning World Cup win,” says
PlaceMakers general manager marketing
Angela Percy.
“We see the Super Rugby sponsorship
as an opportunity that enables
PlaceMakers to build the profile of
the events, charities and programmes
our communities and customers are
passionate about.
Building is all about getting stuck in and
supporting your team to achieve a great
result. It’s the same for this sponsorship –
it’s about PlaceMakers working together
with New Zealand’s Super Rugby teams
to get involved with our communities and
acheive some great results that benefit
everyone.”
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Hayden was sponsored by Red Bull during Rally Spain last year and he is in discussion about further support for 2013. Photo credit: Honza Fronek
NZ dates for 2013 Super Rugby season
Friday, 22 February
Saturday, 23 February
Friday, 1 March
Saturday, 2 March
Friday, 8 March
Saturday, 9 March
Sunday, 10 March
Friday, 15 March
Saturday, 16 March
Friday, 22 March
Saturday, 23 March
Friday, 29 March
Saturday, 30 March
Saturday, 30 March
Friday, 5 April
Saturday, 6 April
Friday, 12 April
Saturday, 13 April
Saturday, 13 April
Friday, 19 April
Saturday, 20 April
Friday, 26 April
Saturday, 27 April
Sunday, 28 April
Friday, 3 May
Saturday, 4 May
Friday, 10 May
Saturday, 11 May
Friday, 17 May
Saturday, 18 May
Friday, 24 May
Saturday, 25 May
Friday, 31 May
Saturday, 1 June
Friday, 28 June
Saturday, 29 June
Friday, 5 July
Saturday, 6 July
Friday, 12 July
Saturday, 13 July
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Hurricanes
Blues
Chiefs
Hurricanes
Highlanders
Blues
Highlanders
Crusaders
Chiefs
Crusaders
Highlanders
Chiefs
Hurricanes
Blues
Hurricanes
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Blues
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Hurricanes
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Hurricanes
Chiefs
Crusaders
Blues
Highlanders
Chiefs
Blues
Hurricanes
Chiefs
Blues
Crusaders
Cheetahs
Crusaders
Cheetahs
Bulls
Hurricanes
Bulls
Highlanders
Kings
Reds
Blues
Kings
Highlanders
Waratahs
Brumbies
Hurricanes
Reds
Force
Highlanders
Stormers
Sharks
Rebels
Stormers
Sharks
Force
Rebels
Chiefs
Forsyth Barr Stadium, Dunedin
Westpac Stadium, Wellington
Eden Park, Auckland
Waikato Stadium, Hamilton
Westpac Stadium, Wellington
Rugby Park Stadium, Invercargill
Eden Park, Auckland
Forsyth Barr Stadium, Dunedin
AMI Stadium, Christchurch
Waikato Stadium, Hamilton
AMI Stadium, Christchurch
Forsyth Barr Stadium, Dunedin
Bay Park Stadium, Tauranga
Westpac Stadium, Wellington
Eden Park, Auckland
Westpac Stadium, Wellington
Forsyth Barr Stadium, Dunedin
Eden Park, Auckland
Waikato Stadium
Westpac Stadium, Wellington
AMI Stadium, Christchurch
TBC
Waikato Stadium
AMI Stadium, Christchurch
TBC
Forsyth Barr Stadium, Dunedin
ECOLight Stadium, Pukekohe
Eden Park, Auckland
Westpac Stadium, Wellington
Venue
Crusaders
Chiefs
Blues
Crusaders
Highlanders
Chiefs
Highlanders
Crusaders
Hurricanes
Crusaders
Blues
Blues
Crusaders
Brumbies
Waratahs
Blues
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Crusaders
Chiefs
Highlanders
Hurricanes
Chiefs
AMI Stadium, Christchurch
Waikato Stadium
Eden Park, Auckland
AMI Stadium, Christchurch
Forsyth Barr Stadium, Dunedin
Waikato Stadium
Forsyth Barr Stadium, Dunedin
AMI Stadium, Christchurch
Westpac Stadium, Wellington
AMI Stadium, Christchurch
Eden Park, Auckland
Quarter finals
Friday, 19 July
Saturday, 20 July
TBC
TBC
Semi finals
Friday, 26 July
Saturday, 27 July
TBC
TBC
Final
Saturday, 3 August
TBC
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