Pandemic

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The supply chain and recovery

By Julien Leys 1 June 2020, Build 178

Julien Leys, Chief Executive, Building Industry Federation of New Zealand, says that among the lessons to be learned from COVID-19 is the importance of not relying on one source for the building supply chain. Cheapest is not always best.

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Building business resilience

By David Kelly 22 April 2020, Build 178, Feature article

David Kelly, Chief Executive Officer of Registered Master Builders, says that resilience is what will get the building industry through the challenge it faces dealing with the impact of COVID-19.

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Returning to site after lock down

By BRANZ 1 June 2020, Build 178

When returning to a building site after it has been in lockdown, it is important to know the safety requirements for you and others on site. After any period away, think about the building materials exposed to the weather. Some may have been damaged or exceeded their exposure limits. This can affect building consents, Building Code compliance and product warranties.

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Why science really does matter

By Dr George Slim 1 June 2020, Build 178, Feature article

Is science important? The government thinks so, and that’s why the Prime Minister has a Chief Science Advisor. It is a role that is particularly important as New Zealand, along with the rest of the world, battles COVID-19.

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