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When moulds and fungi reproduce, they release countless tiny spores that can become airborne. Health problems can arise when large numbers of these spores are inhaled,See more

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Checking a property for contamination and house condition

WEBCheck property for risks and hazards. One of the main purposes of the New Zealand Building Act is to ensure that “people who use buildings can do so safely and …

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About this guide Building Performance

WEBThe guide offers valuable insights into the user journey for people with a wide range of physical, sensory and cognitive capabilities and provides information on …

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Health Act 1956 Building CodeHub

WEBThe Health Act 1956 gives the Ministry of Health the function of improving, promoting and protecting public health. It contains specific provisions in section 22 governing the …

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Health and safety by design

WEBHealth and safety by design is the process of using design to manage health and safety risks throughout the life cycle of a structure, plant, substance or other …

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Builder and designer rights and obligations

WEBAn individual can be convicted and fined up to $50,000, and organisations can be convicted and fined up to $150,000 if they knowingly: provide false or misleading …

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Workplace exposure standards and biological exposure indices

WEBDetails workplace exposure standards and biological exposure indices include the basis of standard-setting, requirements for taking air and biological samples, …

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Building Code compliance Building Performance

WEBThe Building Code is contained in regulations under the Building Act 2004. The Act governs the building sector and also sets out the rules for the construction, alteration, demolition …

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Water and ventilation system safety in reoccupied buildings

WEBFlush your water system before your business or building reopens. Flush water through all points of use within the building before reopening such as showers, …

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Health and Safety at Work (Hazardous Substances) Regulations 2017

WEBThe Health and Safety at Work (Hazardous Substances) Regulations 2017 set out the rules for work-related activities involving hazardous substances. About 1 in 3 …

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Heating your home Building Performance

WEBA warm home is vital for your comfort and health. The World Health Organisation's recommended minimum indoor temperature is 18°C. Recommendations …

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Building owner rights and obligations Building Performance

WEBBuilding work and owner obligations. Construction Contracts Act protection. Building work and premises intended for public use. Commercial on-seller obligations. Ongoing owner …

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F4 Safety from falling Building Performance

WEBF4 confirms buildings are constructed to reduce the likelihood of accidental fall. It requires barriers where people could fall 1 metre or more. The provisions include …

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Homeowner rights and obligations Building Performance

WEBHealth and safety on site. When work requires a licensed professional. Some parts of a residential build will probably require people with specific skills. This is …

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Installing insulation Building Performance

WEBCommon insulation installation issues include: folds. tucks. gaps. compression of insulation material. missing insulation. lack of a gap to the roof underlay. …

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Owners’ responsibilities to ensure their buildings are safe to use

WEBadversely affect health or life safety. The specified systems are listed in Schedule 1 of the Building (Specified Systems, Change the Use, and Earthquake-prone Buildings) …

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Insulation installation risks Building Performance

WEBInsulation over downlights. Incorrect installation of thermal insulation over downlights can present a risk of fire in buildings. Downlights (especially halogen) can generate …

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Remediation, repair and, urgent works Building Performance

WEBUrgent works. During a state of emergency, transition period or while an area is designated, authorised officials may carry out urgent works to any buildings that …

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New seismic risk guidance released Building Performance

WEBNew seismic risk guidance has been developed to provide an understanding of seismic assessments, and to help inform decisions about buildings with a low seismic …

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Understanding seismic assessments Building Performance

WEBThe purpose of seismic assessments is to inform building owners and users about their building vulnerabilities, encourage strengthening of vulnerable buildings and lead to the …

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Maintaining your on-site sewage system Building Performance

WEBThe best way to keep maintenance to a minimum is to not overload your on-site sewage system with too much wastewater. Most of your wastewater comes from …

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Managing the earthquake-prone building system

WEBHealth and Safety at Work Act 2015. requires all persons conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU s) to be aware of, and eliminate or reduce, health and safety risks in …

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