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FOREWORDLessons to be learnedHistory doesn’t need to repeat itselfMajor tragedies often bring about change and, in the case of theCanterbury earthquakes, those changes are already under way.First and foremost, it has reminded everyone of New Zealand’sseismic activity and put the spotlight on earthquake strengtheningand our approach to building design. In this month’s editionof Under Construction, BRANZ focuses on how different buildingdesigns performed in and around Christchurch. While mostmodern buildings performed as designed – with the focus solely onpreserving life – many commercial building owners are now lookingto also ensure buildings can be repaired and reoccupied quickly.Building Code compliance document amendments that resultedfrom post-earthquake studies, such as eliminating the use ofunreinforced slab-on-ground floors, are already passed with otherchanges in the works. Design methods that stood up well in theearthquakes will no doubt become preferred practice elsewherein the country.This is why keeping up to date with what’s happening inChristchurch is important for the industry – not just becauseworking on the rebuild seems to be Plan B for every builder,but also because analysis of the damage has, and will, continueto result in changes to the Building Code and building designthroughout the country.John BeveridgeChief ExecutiveWhen Justin Macready started work at PlaceMakers in Christchurch in 1993, itwas only meant to be for a couple of years while he saved up for a trip to the UK.Twenty years later, he’s still with the company and more than happy where he is.“It just seemed that every time I got itchy feet, there was another opportunity oranother challenge to take on,” says the PlaceMakers Dunedin joint venture operator.“Before I knew it, I’d worked my way through the business and, in 2009, I wasgiven the chance to become JV in Dunedin.”Justin moved with his wife and two kids and he says the whole family love theirnew home and its close-knit community. When Justin’s not at work, he’s usuallyspending quality time with his family, tackling local tracks on his mountain bike,or cheering on the Highlanders, his favourite team.
CONTENTS82 LBP4 OFFCUTS12 INDUSTRY NEWSInvest in the future by bringing young buildersor apprentices along to PlaceMakers’ fourthround of skills maintenance seminarsLocals love Porirua’s new PlaceMakers store;two 50kg Bluenose reignite back doorstepchallenge; Antigua Street’s athletesResidential builds boost housing consents; Kiwibuilders preferred for Canterbury rebuild; BRANZreports increase in consented work in Christchurch10143 BUILDERS’ BUSINESS6 BUILDING & HOUSINGGROUP8 BUILDING & HOUSINGGROUP10 LABOUR GROUP14 BRANZ17 BUILTIN18 CCANZTop business tips from fellow buildersTechnical guidance on repairing and rebuildinghouses in Canterbury green zoneLegal implications of leaky home workWorkplace safety enforcement continues aftermore than 60% of sites didn’t meet standardsHow different house designs performedin Christchurch; Reducing the risks of leakybuilding remediationDo you know what your Public LiabilityInsurance doesn’t cover?A home’s finishing touches – how to plan, designand construct residential driveways and paths20 SITE SAFE Keeping the public safe while you work22 SIMPSON GRIERSONHow would proposed changes to theConstruction Contracts Act affect you?2525 SUPER RUGBY25 SKILLSMAINTENANCEHurricanes offer free labour for a winningcommunity projectRecord your LBP skills maintenance– you’ve earned it!ISSUE 18 > APRIL 2013> PUBLISHER > DCL Corporate Publishing > ENQUIRIES > editor@pmunderconstruction.co.nz; (04) 384 5618DCL Corporate Publishing reserves the right to accept or reject all editorial or advertising material. No part of Under Construction magazine may be published without the expresspermission of the publisher. All rights reserved. Opinions expressed or imagery in Under Construction magazine are not necessarily those of PlaceMakers or the publisher. No responsibilityis accepted for the suggestions of the contributors or conclusions that may be drawn from them. Although the publisher has made every effort to ensure accuracy, the reader remainsresponsible for the correct use and selection of any tools, materials and systems followed, as well as the following of any laws or codes or standards that may apply.1
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