Codewords Quiz 1

For article: Building Code Updates (pg 30) a) The LBP scheme b) BRANZ c) The MBIE Building Performance team a) 3 November 2022 b) 1 May 2023 c) 2 November 2023 a) Subscribe for updates on our website www.building.govt.nz b) Read them in your local newspaper

1. Who updates the acceptable solution and verification method Building Code documents?

2. The new insulation value of R0.46 for windows and doors in Climate zones 1 & 2 takes effect from when?

3. What’s to best way to keep up with consultations on changes to the Building Code and stay up to date when they come into effect?

Codewords Quiz 2

For article: New Code of Ethics for LBPs (pg 32) a) It ensures high standards are maintained in the industry b) It gives the public more confidence that LBPs are undertaking building work in a safe, legal, and professional way c) It provides people, such as homeowners, with an avenue to complain should an LBP breach the standards d) All of the above a) Avoid harming the environment b) Comply with the law c) Inform and educate your client d) The definition of restricted building work e) Price work fairly and reasonably a) It applies to all LBPs, and is an elective skills maintenance activity b) It doesn’t apply to me, and I can’t claim points if I learn more about it c) Read them in Codewords Answers:

1. Why have a code of ethics?

2. Which of the following is not part of the Code of Ethics?

3. Who does the code of ethics apply to, and can I claim skills maintenance points for learning about it?

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