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44 INTERNALMOISTURE Moisture inside buildings is a big problem in New Zealand, and having
an airtight building can sometimes exacerbate the issue. BRANZ research is helping improve understanding
by modelling moisture levels and identifying how to combat problems.
IN THIS SECTION
46 Combating internal moisture 50 Roof space moisture
52 A fresh look at WUFI
55 New homes dripping
58 Condensation research
60 Simulating school roof cavity
64 HEALTHANDSAFETY The new Health and Safety at Work
Act comes into force on 4 April 2016. Companies need to get their heads around the changes now, as trans­ gressions could result in a hefty ne. The upside of the new measures, however,
is that New Zealand’s high rate of site accidents should start to decline.
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66 Coordinated approach to H&S 68 Tackling injury and illness
70 Show me how
72 H&S system
75 Change the safety climate
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