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ISSUE 43 : JUNE 2012

SKILLS MAINTENANCE

ITM400

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Reading BUILDING BUSINESS will contribute 1 point towards your LBP skills maintenance requirement.

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SCORE SKILLS points Now that you are licensed you must maintain your skills and knowledge. You need to acquire skills maintenance points and submit these to the Registrar at least every two years One hour of learning equals one point You choose the activities that best suit your needs and the requirements of your licence class. Your activities need to inform you about things such as changes to the Building Code, building materials, design technologies, and good design and building practices. You’ll probably find you do many of these activities anyway. The following are some examples on how you can acquire skills maintenance points: • Reading material • Attending seminars, workshops, conferences, trade events • Management / business training • On-the-job training • Health and safety training • Formal study • Supervising of apprentices (formal arrangement required) • Activities approved by the Registrar How many points do you need?

If you hold two or more licensing classes, you need the higher point allocation. For example, if you are licensed in Carpentry and Site area of practice 2, you need 36 points. See Fig A What evidence do you need to keep?

The Registrar might ask to see evidence of your skills maintenance, so keep receipts, and other evidence that shows what you did. You should keep this evidence for a minimum of two years. Some examples of evidence are: • Tertiary education - certificates or record of learning • Email, fax or letter from the person who organised or paid for the activity • Page printed out from a website • Handout or meeting agenda • Photocopy of a DVD case

Points over 2 years

Licence Carpentry, Bricklaying and Blocklaying, External Plastering, Foundations and Roofing

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Site and Design - area of practice 1

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Site and Design - area of practice 2 and 3

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• Seminar flyer or notice • Details on materials you have read eg, issue and title • Documentation about on the job training eg, induction, mentoring, or supervising and apprentice.

Record-keeping does not need to be a hassle. As long as you can reasonably show you did the activity, it is up to you what you decide to keep. It’s a good idea to sign and date your evidence if it doesn’t have a date on it.

For more information visit: www.dbh.govt.nz/lbp-skills-maintenance

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In this issue Score skills points 2 Use moisture meter to avoid framing problems 3 ITM400 Bloody fantastic...but sad 4-5 Residential building contracts 6-7 Cladding choice expanded 8 ® James Hardie Stria 9 NZ’s top apprentices wow kindies 10 2

GIB® total system approach 11 Work safely on roofs 12 Ladders 13 ATS timber 14 Tongan palace makeover 14 The ITM fishing show is primetime viewing 15 Insurance guide for LBP 16

Steel mesh more ductile with vanadium 18 Adhesives 19 How to avoid spouting problems and callbacks 20 Handtools 21 Powertools 22 Concrete 23

USE Moisture meter to avoid framing problems Understanding the Moisture Content in Timber can save you time and money When it comes to pre-line inspections it is important that you not only understand how to correctly take moisture content readings and ensure that Building Inspectors on your site are doing this correctly, but that you and the building inspectors also understand the impact that treatments can have on the readings that are taken.

Firstly and most importantly the type of moisture meter used can make a significant difference to the accuracy of the readings taken. A sliding hammer with resistance meter and insulated long prongs is the only type of meter that should be used. Short prong readers are likely to give false readings.

All too commonly short prong meters are being used often resulting in unnecessary delays in the building process.

Secondly the impact of treatment type should always be considered. The chemicals in the Boron preservative in Laserframe® H1.2 treatment will affect the accuracy of moisture meter readings, and correction tables need to be used. Differences can be as much as 4%. See the correction table below. During treatment, Laserframe does increase in moisture content, but will equilibrate with its surroundings over a 3 – 4 week period and over normal construction times. This will of course vary depending on ambient temperatures and moisture content.

The moisture level of timber can be critical for a buildings performance. Timber that is too high in moisture content and dries in place will shrink, which can affect the level of finishes achievable.

The Building Code clause E2 External Moisture E2/ASI gives these moisture contents for timber framing at time of completion: • For timber framing at the time of installing interior linings -20% before internal linings are fixed, although a lower moisture content may be required by manufacturers whose product is fixed to the timber i.e plasterboard linings stipulates 18%.

• For timber weatherboards and exterior joinery at the time of installation -20% or less. NZS 3602 “Timber and Wood Based Products for use in Buildings” requires lower, in service, moisture content to meet the durability provisions of clause B2 of the Building Code.

• H1.2 treated framing -20% maximum in service (this in service moisture content also applies to framing with a higher hazard class treatment).

If you have any questions about how to test for moisture ask your local ITM store or visit www.chhwoodproducts.co.nz for more information and resources.

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DRY TRACK, IDYLLIC WEATHER, GALA ATMOSPHERE, SPECTACULAR RACING. EVERYTHING CAME TOGETHER PERFECTLY FOR THIS YEAR’S ITM400 The record shows that Mark Winterbottom took out the Mark Porter Trophy at the ITM400, and that it was a nail biting finish that came down to the last few corners of the very last lap.

But the most enduring statistic of the event is that it was the last of its kind. Finito.

The group was at the event in a research capacity to consider the viability of staging the event in the Auckland region next year.

There has been considerable debate about the future of V8 Supercars in New Zealand, with a number of alternative venues being suggested, including Hampton Downs, Whenuapai and Pukekohe.

Kiwi driver Tim Edgell summed it up: “The Hamilton circuit is a great track, the organisers do a fantastic job and the locals are so supportive.

The last five years that we’ve raced there have been bloody fantastic. Real sad we won’t get to race there again.”

SO HOW SUCCESSFUL WAS THE ITM400?

Event manager Greg Mosen said 116,698 people attended the event over the three days, up 11,266 on last year. He credited the increase to the fine weather and an investment in both on and off-track entertainment.

“We couldn’t ask for better weather and I think people knowing that it was the last event came out in droves to make the most of it.”

WHAT NOW? Among the throngs of motor racing enthusiasts taking in the gritty on-track action was a consortium from Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development (Ateed).

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Pukekohe is currently the venue that appears most favoured and there are reports that central government, Auckland council, the V8 Supercars organisers and other parties are actively investigating the possibility.

According to motor sport sources, a considerable investment will need to be made to upgrade the track and facilities. Pukekohe hosted the V8 Supercars from 2001 to 2007 before the Hamilton event began in 2008.

Almost without exception, V8 Supercar drivers see the New Zealand round of the series as one of the major highlights.

“It’s massively important,” says 2011 winner at Hamilton, Shane van Gisbergen. “To the fans here, it’s not about Holden or Ford as much as it’s about Kiwis versus Aussies. To lose that round would be to lose that international rivalry as well, which would be a real shame.”

Photographer: Mark Horsburgh

BLOODY FANTASTIC ...BUT SAD

Hotlap winner: Paul Richardson

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RESIDENTIAL BUILDING CONTRACTS ARE ABOUT TO GET MORE COMPLICATED The leaky home crisis was the catalyst for most of the new building laws that have been introduced over the past decade Those reforms have largely stemmed from the Hunn Report of August 2002, which was a very good analysis of the state of the building industry at the time, and the factors that gave rise to leaky homes.

However the one weakness of the Hunn Report was that it made a number of mistaken A regular column by assumptions about the Geoff Hardy a inadequacies of our justice Commercial Lawyer system. The overall thrust of their conclusions was that homeowners were at a significant disadvantage when attempting to hold builders to account for shoddy workmanship, and that the power balance was very much in favour of the builder.

It remains the official view that homeowners are starved of legal rights and remedies.

The reality, in fact, is the opposite. Homeowners have the same range of legal rights and remedies that any other citizen has, but they also have special rights under various statutes such as the Consumer Guarantees Act and the Building Act. They can resolve their disputes not only in the Disputes Tribunals and in the Courts, but also in the Weathertight Homes Tribunal, or through adjudication under the Construction Contracts Act, or (under most building contracts) by negotiation, mediation, and arbitration.

Despite this, it remains the official view that homeowners are starved of legal rights and remedies. And so a raft of consumer-friendly provisions were duly approved by the Cabinet in August 2010, and have found their way into the Building Amendment Bill (No. 4) that will shortly be referred to a parliamentary select committee for a round of public submissions.

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Written contracts mandatory Residential building contracts of a certain minimum value (the level currently proposed is $20,000) will have to be in writing. They will also have to contain (as a minimum) the “information, content, terms and conditions� that are yet to be prescribed

by Regulations. Cabinet has already directed that this will include the timeframe for the project, the contract price, the warranty and remedy obligations, and the dispute-resolution process.

A residential building contract that is not in writing, or does not contain the required information, content, terms and conditions, will be deemed to do so by default. That suggests that the mandatory wording will effectively be a default building contract. And it will presumably be necessary to compare these default clauses to the corresponding provisions of every written residential building contract, and apply those that are judged to be the most client-friendly.

If the No. 4 Bill is passed without modification, then homeowners who believe they have been the victims of shoddy workmanship will have a choice between five different laws covering essentially the same thing, but all slightly inconsistent with each other.

One of those is the warranties concerning workmanship, building materials and performance standards that would be implied into residential building contracts. These already exist, in the form of sections 396-399 of the Building Act. But what the No. 4 Bill will do is introduce a standard set of remedies for breach of the warranties, which are similar to those conferred by the Consumer Guarantees Act, but lack the sophistication or the safeguards built into that Act.

Cancelling contracts In a marked departure from the approach taken in the Consumer Guarantees Act, if the homeowner believes the warranties have been breached, he will be able to simply cancel the building contract. It will not matter how minor the breach is or how far advanced the project is, and he will not have to give the builder an opportunity to rectify the breach first.

These warranties (and the corresponding right to cancel) will apply not only to builders, but also to designers (architects, engineers, and draftsmen) who design the structural components or the external envelope of a household unit.

If the homeowner believes the warranties have been breached, he will be able to simply cancel the building contract.

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The warranties will also be automatically implied into every agreement for the sale and purchase of a household unit where the vendor is an “on-seller”.

On-sellers are people who build a household unit, or arrange for it to be built, or acquire a household unit from the first owner, in each case for the purpose (or with the intention) of selling it.

ONE YEAR WARRANTY In a residential building project, if the homeowner believes there has been “defective” building work, and the defect is capable of being remedied, he will have the option of notifying the builder or designer within one year of completion. In that case the builder or designer must remedy the defect within a reasonable time. However, all the homeowner will need to do is “assert” that there is a defect. If the builder or designer does not then prove (on the balance of probabilities) that it is not in fact a defect, then the homeowner’s assertion is automatically deemed to be correct.

Of course all these rules assume that shoddy workmanship is self-evident, whereas in reality it is often just a genuine difference of opinion. Builders may argue that the alleged defects are too trivial or nit-picky, or the client wants a better standard than the one agreed and paid for, or the work won’t be shoddy once it is finished, or the defect has been caused by the designer or a tradesman who has contracted directly with the owner, rather than the builder.

The smorgasbord of rights and remedies that homeowners are going to be given, will only make these issues much more complex to resolve, not less.

Geoff Hardy has 35 years’ experience as a commercial lawyer and is the senior lawyer in the Auckland firm “Madison Hardy”.

He guarantees personal attention to new clients at competitive rates. His phone number is (09) 379 0700, fax (09) 379 0504, and e-mail geoff@madisonhardy.com. This article is not intended to be relied upon as legal advice.

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Cladding choice expanded popular cladding now available WIth new treatment option Shadowclad® Prime is now available H3.2 CCA treated for cladding projects where H3.2 CCA treatment is desired.

Shadowclad® Prime exterior plywood cladding combines the natural appeal of real wood panels with a factory applied primer. This means traditional wet primers are not required when painting, therefore saving time and money during construction.

Shadowclad Prime benefits: • High 70 micron primer film build (up to 2-3 times thicker than traditional wet primers) • Continuous factory applied primer for a drier, more consistent painting surface

• Saves time and money as traditional wet primers are not required • Panel surface and edges primed for increased panel durability and protection • Panels can be exposed to weather for up to 3 months prior to top coating • Branz appraised for both direct fix and drained cavity systems

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THE LOOK OF SOLID MASONRY WITHOUT ALL THE FUSS SCYON® STRIA® cladding FROM JAMES HARDIE IS A MODERN SYSTEM THAT ALLOWS YOU TO CREATE THE DISTINCTIVE LOOK OF DECORATIVE RENDER AND SOLID MASONRY, BUT WITHOUT THE COMPLEXITY OF EMPLOYING MULTI TRADES Instead of laying bricks, rendering, scoring and painting (with all the associated mess and scheduling of different trades), Scyon® Stria® Cladding can be installed quickly and simply.

It is suitable for a wide range of both residential and commercial applications, including external walls in composite construction, ground level or upperstorey extensions, and internal feature walls.

Once the first board is fixed level, the shiplap lock joint on the next is fixed to the top of the previous board and then face fixed and joined on stud.

Scyon® Stria® Cladding has thermal insulation characteristics, and when combined with the right insulation (in accordance with Clause H1 of NZBC), a minimum R-Value of up to 2.2 can be achieved for the wall.

Simple installation Scyon® Stria® Cladding boards are extra wide (405mm) and come in 4200mm lengths that can be simply gun nailed for speedy installation.

The range of corner finishing details – aluminium, mitred or Scyon® Axent™ Trim – allows a versatile array of different looks.

It is resistant to shrinkage, swelling and cracking.

Furthermore, it can be painted in dark colours without the worry of the sun drying out the cladding causing buckles and twists.

For more information go to www.scyon.co.nz Scyon® Stria® Cladding - Sheet Size Product Code 404263

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NEW ZEALAND’S TOP APPRENTICES WOW KINDIES DAYCARE CENTRES AND KINDIES THROUGHOUT THE COUNTRY ARE SAYING A BIG THANK-YOU TO ITaB APPRENTICE OF THE YEAR CONTENDERS, AND RECKON THEIR WORKMANSHIP IS TOP NOTCH

“The playhouse is amazing, absolutely fantastic. It looks so perfectly beautifully made,” says Margaret Bunce from Wharerangi kindy in Napier.

“The children are really excited about it and we’re thrilled to have it.”

Wharerangi is one of several early childhood centres around the country that have received hand built childrens playhouses, crafted by New Zealand’s top building apprentices.

The playhouse was the practical project set for this years’ Apprentice of the Year Challenge, and while it looks like childs play, the plan was complex and required meticulous attention to detail working to a tight schedule.

Six regional heats took place in April and the top six apprentices go to the finals in Wellington at the CBANZ annual conference where they will be tested on other “off the tools” aspects of the trade.

Showcasing the best Developed by CBANZ in collaboration with a number of polytechnics throughout New Zealand, the Apprentice of the Year Challenge is now in its fourth year, and attracts entrants from polytechnics from Northland to Christchurch.

The ITaB apprenticeship scheme is regarded by many in the industry as the best apprenticeship training in the country, because it features a return to polytechnic based training for the theoretic parts of the trade, but with a strong emphasis on practical skills.

ITM is one of the key sponsors of the Apprentice of the Year Challenge, with various ITM stores throughout the country donating building materials 10

for the practical projects, and assisting with organisation of the events.

The regional competitions have been a huge success and it’s a great way of showcasing the talent that is coming through. There is a huge amount of kudos that comes with the Apprentice of the Year title, and it makes a big difference on a cv.

Off tool skills The six finalists will be further tested at the CBANZ conference for the final part of the Challenge, with the overall winner announced on May 18 (See Stop Press).

As well as the trophy for Apprentice of the Year, the winner will receive an all expenses outward-bound course, courtesy of Winstone Wallboards (GIB®).

Second prize is a DeWalt power tool kit valued at $2000 and third prize is a $1000 ITM tool voucher.

Apprentice of THE year finalists Ben Wilson EIT Hawkes Bay Aaron Kent BOPP Bay of Plenty Vine Collett Unitec Auckland Zac Wilkinson CPIT Christchurch Andrew Higgins NMIT Nelson Michael Ferris Northtec Whangarei STOP PRESS ITM congratulates Zac Wilkinson from CPIT in Christchurch for winning the 2012 ITaB Apprentice Challenge. In summing up, Jason McClintock, one of the judges and Operations Manager at Certified Builders Association had this to say about Zac: “He has demonstrated a high level of maturity and practical experience throughout the apprentice competition”. Congratulations also go to Andrew Higgins from Nelson who came 2nd and Vine Collett from Auckland who took out 3rd place.

total systems apprOAch a key factor for a superior interior finish TO CREATE A SMOOTH, HIGH QUALITY INTERIOR FINISH, YOU NEED TO USE COMPOUNDS, TRIMS, ADHESIVES AND FASTENERS THAT ARE PURPOSE DESIGNED FOR THE JOB

GIB® Trims are important to provide appropriate corner protection. The GIB® range includes trims for high impact corners (e.g. GIB® Ultraflex®) and GIB® Goldline™ to create straight corner finish lines and control joints.

The adhesive strength, filler performance and final surface finish from GIB® Compounds play an important role delivering overall system performance and in creating the final finish for decorating.

GIB® Jointing Tape and some corner trims are bedded in with compound and are also critical in achieving the overall joint strength in a GIB® system.

The best practice for fixing GIB® Plasterboard involves the use of GIB® Screws and Adhesives.

Fixing wall lining correctly has a direct influence on levels of finish, and are essential to strength and performance within GIB® Systems.

The correct use of screws and adhesives will ensure that wall linings are fixed to the substrates correctly.

GIB® compounds, adhesives, fasteners and trims are important components in GIB® Plasterboard Systems. As GIB® Systems are not generic, substitution of specified or recommended GIB® components can compromise performance.

For more information on correct installation of these products, refer to the GIB® Site Guide.

Alternatively, contact the GIB® Helpline on 0800 100 442.

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work safely on roofs PREVENTING FALLS AND ACCIDENTS WHEN WORKING ON ROOFS IS THE RESPOSIBILITY OF EVERYONE INVOLVED IN THE JOB – THE PRINCIPAL, SELF-EMPLOYED CONTRACTORS, THE EMPLOYER AND STAFF fall protection method that all people can use when working on the same roof.

It’s the law – doing nothing is not an option Compliance with the legal requirements of the Health and Safety in Employment Act 1992 (HSE Act) is the responsibility of anyone associated with working at height in a place of work. The law recognises the hierarchy of controls (eliminate, isolate, minimise) as an effective way of managing health and safety.

Prevent falls from height in your workplace. For more information visit www.dol.govt.nz/preventing-falls/ or call the Department of Labour 0800 20 90 20 Health and safety in the workplace starts when the decision is made to go ahead with a construction job. All aspects of working safely at height should be considered.

The Department of Labour’s investigations into construction falls from height show: • more than 50% of falls are from less than 3m • most of these falls are from ladders and roofs The cost of falls from height in construction has been estimated at $24 million a year. The financial and human cost is simply too high.

Preventing falls from height is a priority for the Department of Labour and it expects employers and contractors with staff working at height to actively manage this significant hazard.

Edge Protection Edge protection should be used as a means of isolating workers from a fall where the hazard of working at height cannot be eliminated. This includes single-storey buildings and structures, even if less than 3m. If this is not achievable, then using scaffolding or working in elevating work platforms or temporary work platforms are more acceptable alternatives.

Provide edge protection on all the exposed edges of a roof, including the perimeter of buildings, skylights or other fragile roof materials, and any openings in the roof. This also applies to openings and edges of floor areas.

Where there is the risk of workers falling through openings in a roof, the openings should be covered securely and designed to withstand any loads that may be applied to the cover. Make sure there is a 12

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PALACE makeover gets fasttrack treatment in TONGA Undergoing a complete makeover and addition on an impressive scale, the dilapidated Kings Palace was transformed in just 7 months For ceremonial use, housing the national archives and government officials, this amazing project was built to match the existing early 1900’s residence including detailed timber fret work and solid timber joinery throughout.

The existing two-story building consisted of a number of add-ons over the years which were demolished to give the bare original structure of 380m2. One wing was added either side of the existing structure, adding in excess of 1400m2 to the original building, with 3.0m wide verandas on both levels totalling 744m2. This project was an incredible achievement considering the scale and the remote location for sourcing the material.

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section wet treated timber for the floor structure and kiln dried interior solid timber beams for the roof structure. ATS Timber also supplied a large amount of the Pine Clears for the exterior solid timber joinery.

Supplying ITM stores nationwide for a decade, ATS Timber is a preferred supplier for specialty structural and appearance grade timbers. Palace or alteration, big or small, near or far, ATS Timber can meet your specialty timber requirements. See your local ITM store today, or visit www.atstimber.co.nz.

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We are primetime viewing I’VE JUST GOT BACK FROM THE DEEP SOUTH AND TO PUT IT PLAINLY, IT WAS AWESOME! I HAD SOME TIME IN THE HILLS, SOME TIME ON THE WATER, AND SOME TIME UNDER THE WATER… AND SAW THE MOST CRAYFISH I HAVE EVER SEEN! Our footage will show every crack full of feelers and spines and big buck crays walking around in the open. The prolific cray numbers are partly due to the great white shark that hangs around the rock. I admit to thinking about it more than once as I slipped into the cold water on day break, but as soon as I saw the crays I was literally giggling aloud underwater. The fishing down there was equally as good as the diving.

The deep south of our country is as bountiful as it is beautiful. During my travels I got to rub shoulders with plenty of Southerners and shared a few beers and some good yarns. Amidst the discussions most of them asked “when is your show back on mate?”

I thought it was old news that it’s on in prime time these days, 7pm Saturday nights on TV3. I often got a blank look followed by “haven’t noticed it there”. With a little probing it turns out that they’re watching Country Calendar like they have been religiously for the last 20 years. They had no idea that our fishing action is playing out at the same time on TV3.

So if you can’t remember the timeslot, remember this, if you find yourself watching Country Calendar, quickly change to TV3.

We’ve got some cracker action in this series and some exciting new underwater footage that reveals how snapper and kingfish feed. The footage has given us some great insights, which we’ve used to improve our success, and we share it all on the show.

So we’re genuinely gutted when we hear that one of our fans has missed some epic footage and a chance to learn how to improve their fishing because they were learning how to improve their milk solids yield.

So check out the new series, every Saturday at 7pm on TV3, and come say hi on our facebook page.

And remember, it’s not Country Calendar... but it’s on at the same time!

Till next time…keep ‘em tight

Matt

Coming up in June… Episode 5 - 2nd June 2012 The Coromandel Competition Part 2 • Episode 6 9th June 2012 The Far North Queensland Fishing Road Trip • Episode 7 - 16th June 2012 The Far North Queensland Fishing Road Trip Part 2 • Episode 8 - 23rd June 2012 Top Water Kingfish

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INSURANCE GUIDE FOR LICENSED BUILDING PRACTITIONERS IF YOU’RE UNSURE ABOUT HOW THE NEW LICENSING REGULATIONS AFFECT YOUR LIABILITY IF SOMETHING GOES WRONG, READ THIS CHECKLIST Do I need public liability insurance?

Absolutely. This is essential for builders and subcontractors as it provides protection from damage to third party property or bodily injury.

For example, if someone accidentally screwed through a pipe causing water damage, public liability insurance would pay for the damage to be repaired.

Do I need cover for faulty workmanship?

Public liability insurance does not usually include any provision for a claim against you or a sub-contractor for faulty workmanship. Make sure you have this provision included as an “extension” in your policy.

Likewise, if you provide professional advice to a homeowner or sub-contractor, you can be held responsible if something goes wrong. To be fully protected, your policy should include an “advice or service” extension.

What is my “statutory liability”?

If you inadvertently do something that breaches any statutory laws (eg Resource Management Act, Building Act, Fair Trading Act, Consumer Guarantees Act), adding a “statutory liability” clause will cover you.

For example, a builder can be fined for pouring leftover paint into public drains, even if it was done by a subbie or apprentice.

Do I need Lbp protection insurance?

Your policy should include cover for fines and penalties levied by the Building Practitioners Board, and should also include a provision for “license defence” to pay the legal costs of defending your license.

LBP Insurance may also cover costs due to errors in the Records of Work LBPs are now required to keep, and signing off non-LBPs. What if someone wants to sue me?

Professional indemnity (also known as “errors and omissions” indemnity) covers legal costs and damages if you, your company or employees are taken to court because something you’ve done (or not done) has cost a client money and they want to recover it.

If you are worried about your 10 year liability under The Building Act, or getting caught up in a leaky homes case, you should consider including this in your policy.

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Am I liable for my employees well-being?

If an employee suffers ill health because of poor working practices, you may be held responsible.

For example, if an apprentice working in a dusty environment develops a lung infection, the employer could be found liable for not providing adequate ventilation and masks. “Employers Liability” can protect you in these instances.

Does my boss’ insurance cover me?

Employees are usually covered by the company’s insurance. If you are an LBP, you should check they have adequate cover in place to protect your license in the event of a complaint.

You may want to consider taking out your own license protection cover, so that it goes with you wherever you go.

If you’re a contractor, you may be deemed an employee if you work exclusively for one company.

Again, check that they have cover to protect your license.

Ideally, contractors and sub-contractors should arrange their own liability insurance. This means that if you’re ever doing work for someone other than your regular employer, you will be covered.

Do I need an insurance check-up?

First, read your policies carefully, especially the exclusions. Seek professional advice if you’re unsure about any clauses.

Contact a specialist in insurance for builders and tradespeople, such as Builtin, and ask them to review your current policies. For more information, online quotes and to apply for immediate cover, go to www.builtin.co.nz, freephone 0800 284 584 or email Ben Rickard at ben@builtin.co.nz

Offer ends 15th July 2012

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STEEL MESH more ductile with vanadium A NEW VARIANT TO TRADITIONAL HARD DRAWN WIRE MESH PROVIDES ENHANCED PERFORMANCE AND SUPERIOR FLEX Q. What is the difference between the traditional hard drawn wire mesh such as 665 and the new EuroSteel Xtra-Ductile range such as SE615-500STD? A. EuroSteel Xtra-Ductile mesh is made from steel that has had Vanadium added to it. This means that the wire rod used in the mesh is more ductile and can flex further and more often before it fails.

Q. 665 mesh was so simple to use, in what way is the new EuroSteel SE615-500std Xtra-Ductile mesh similar to the existing 665 I use?

A. EuroSteel SE615-500 Xtra-Ductile has been kept similar to the existing 665 where possible while still meeting performance and code requirements.

For example, the nett cover per sheet remains at 7.525m2. The sheet size has been retained at 4.58m x 1.97m for ease of transport and handling. With wires at 150mm centres, it retains many of the features of the popular 665.

Q. With the EuroSteel SE615-500std XtraDuctile being similar to 665, how will I be able to tell the difference?

A. To make identification easy, each sheet has a durable, pink tag attached to it. Each tag carries two codes. The tag should be left on the product even when encased in concrete.

Q. Will EuroSteel SE615-500std XtraDuctile mesh cost more?

A. Yes. With the addition of Vanadium to the steel, the fact the manufacturing process requires more precision than non-ductile meshes, SE615-500 XtraDuctile will cost more to make. In addition, each batch is tested by an independent third party before it is released for sale.

Q. I used to use the traditional M147 mesh with 300 centres; can I get a ductile equivalent of this from the EuroSteel Xtra-Ductile range?

A. Yes you can. All you need to do is ask for SE730500DESTD at your ITM stockist.

See the range of Xtra-Ductile Grade 500E mesh below:

Hard Drawn Mesh Class N 665 & Equivalents

663 & Equivalents

Cross Sectional Area

KN/M Width

Xtra-Ductile Mesh Class E

Cross Sectional Area

KN/M Width

147

71

SE615-500STD

158

79

SE730-500DESTD

147

74

SE715-500STD

221

111

SE930-500DELGE

212

106

212

103

The Xtra Ductile range is available via selected ITM outlets.

For more information call into your nearest ITM store, or to download a technical specification sheet or the Xtra-Ductile Reference Guide visit www.eurocorp.co.nz

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ADHESIVES

GORILLA® GRIP®

• 310ml • Construction adhesive • No shrinkage, low VOC • 10 min cure, 1 hour cure, or 2 hour cure #19290, #20075, #19288 EACH

MS All crystal clear 202

• 300g • Very strong, optical clear adhesive/sealant • Paintable • 100% waterproof #19331

$1600

$1496

NO MORE GAPS MULTIPURPOSE

All CLear

EXCL GST

• 475g • General-purpose interior/ exterior flexible gap filler • Superior adhesion to a broad range of surfaces #NMGM475G

EXCL GST

• 270g • Clear co-polymer paintable sealant • UV and mould resistant #AC270G

$649

$1370

Anchorfix®-1

SIKAflex® aT Facade

EXCL GST

• For fixing threaded rods, bolts, starter bars into brickwork, blockwork, concrete, stone and solid rock • Non-sag #82145 - 300ml

$2666

EXCL GST

Anchorfix®-3+ #NZ01003 - 250ml

EXCL GST

• Superior adhesion and UV resistant sealant • Odourless and solvent free • Green star NZ credit approved • Branz Appraised No. 613 (2008) #157256 Grey #157258 White

$3125

$1500

WALLBOARD GOLD Original

GOLD ULTRA

• 375ml Cylinder • Flexible, high strength, gap-filling adhesive • Suitable for LOSP and CCA treated timber • Interior and exterior applications #022441

• 375ml Cylinder • General purpose construction adhesive • Suitable for timber and metal frames • Non-toxic and solvent free • Polystyrene safe #022440

$620

$799

EXCL GST

EXCL GST

EXCL GST

EXCL GST

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HOW TO AVOID SPOUTING problems and callbacks MANY BUILDING MATERIALS EXPAND AND CONTRACT WITH CHANGES IN TEMPERATURE, AND SPOUTING SYSTEMS ARE NO DIFFERENT. EXPANSION JOINS ARE A WISE OPTION Being so brutally exposed to the worst that weather can possibly serve up, spouting will expand and contract with changes in temperature particularly for darker colours. Incorrectly installed spouting systems that do not accommodate this thermal movement can cause ‘spouting creep’ or place stress on joints, both of which can result in leaks over time.

For every 10˚C change in temperature, a Marley uPVC spouting system will expand or contract 0.7mm per metre of spouting. It doesn’t sound like a lot, but that ‘creep’ over time can potentially cause problems.

Controlling “direction creep” It is equally important to control the direction of thermal expansion and contraction in each run of spouting.

Through continued expansion and contraction over time, certain spouting runs leading from an expansion outlet may gradually ‘creep’ in one direction. This may cause the spouting to drop out of the expansion outlet (causing leaks) or move too far into the expansion outlet (blocking water passage).

To accommodate thermal movement, Marley recommends a two-pronged approach.

Use expansion joiners AND OUTLETS Marley has designed special expansion joiners and expansion outlets to be used with their spouting systems. Using them is important particularly where there are long runs of spouting.

When installed correctly, these components break up the spouting runs creating relief points to absorb thermal movement.

In most cases, expansion outlets should be used where an outlet is required – normal dropper outlets do not adequately allow for thermal movement and should only be used in short runs.

Generally, you should use an expansion joiner in place of the normal joiner in two types of situations 1. A long run of spouting exceeding 10 metres (in conjunction with an expansion outlet) 2. A restricted run of spouting exceeding 4 metres i.e. between corners, where there is no expansion outlet

Figure 2 - Screw spouting to fascia at one point to direct expansion towards the outlet

This can be prevented by screwing the spouting onto the fascia at the opposite end to the expansion joiner or expansion outlet. This directs the expansion towards the relief point without allowing it to ‘creep’ and block the passage of water into the downpipe.

For full details about controlling thermal movement in Marley uPVC Spouting Systems, go to www.marley.co.nz or call 0800 MARLEY (0800 627 539)

Rainwater Figure 1 - Marley Expansion Joiner and Expansion Outlet for Typhoon Solutions Spouting (in Copper) 20

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HANDTOOLS

CONTRACTOR SAW BLADES

MARATHON LARGE DIAMETER BLADES

• Precision ground teeth for smooth and accurate cuts • Industrial carbide tips • Corrosion resistant coating

• Thin kerf for fast cuts and longer life • #400 grit diamond ground teeth for fast, clean cuts • Surface coated finish to reduce friction

T90011 – 184mm x 24T

T90013 – 184mm x 40T

$999

$1099

T90037 – 235mm x 20T

T90038 – 235mm x 40T

EXCL GST

$1390

EXCL GST

EXCL GST

$1490

EXCL GST

CARPENTERS NAIL BAR

$3499 #T14076ANZ 254mm 80T $4999 #T14080ANZ 305mm 40T $4999 99 #T14083ANZ 305mm 80T $59 #T14070ANZ 254mm 40T

EXCL GST

EXCL GST

EXCL GST

EXCL GST

ITM 8m Tape measure

• 300mm • Made from high carbon steel #DG300

• Coated blade to protect against abrasion • 8m x 25mm Blade #TW-ITM825

$2500

EXCL GST

$1398

EXCL GST

SURE STRIKE CLAW HAMMER

Professional 3 vial builders level

• Injection moulded rubber safety grip Designed for comfort and shock reduction • One piece forged steel head & handle • 20 oz #E-MR20C

• 1000mm • 30 year warranty • Shock proof ends #FSL1-100

$3498

EXCL GST

GENERATOR

• 2.8kW (max) 2.5kW (cont) • 2/220 – 240V & 1/12V 8.3A outlet • Electric start (battery incl) and recoil • 32mm heavy duty frame with 10” pneumatic wheels #GT2800ES

$59900

EXCL GST

$6999

EXCL GST

Tradesman 12 compressor

• 2hp motor with overload • 310 L/min, 125psi • Twin cylinder alloy/cast pump with after cooler • 50L receiver with filter/ regulator #TM12

$139900

FREE ITM MICRO-FLEECE 6 PACK

EXCL GST

(Stock arriving 8th June)

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POWERTOOLS

185mm circular saw • 1050 watts • Thin kerf blade cuts through all grades of timber even hardwoods • Dust ejection for better cutting sight • Calibrated aluminium base for increased accuracy #5740NB

$17500

EXCL GST

82mm Planer

13mm 18V Li-ion cordless hammer drill

• Single sleeve keyless chuck • LED job light with afterglow function • 2 x 1.3Ah Lithium-ion batteries • 30 minute fast charger #BHP452SHE

$49500

EXCL GST

125mm Angle grinder

• 1050 watt motor with electronic speed control • Cutting depth of 4mm and 25mm rebate • Accurate ‘click’ stops and ergonomic design for easy operation #KP0810C

• 840 Watts • 11,000 RPM • Dust proof bearings • Small circumference barrel grip for easy handling #9558NB

$42900

$11900

18V Li-ion Cordless Driver Drill

190mm deep Cut circular saw

• 13mm steel-cased keyless chuck • 2-speed gearbox plus variable speed and reverse • 45Nm max torque output • 2 x 3.0Ah Hi-tech Lithium Ion slide batteries #DS18DSL

• A 7 1/2” saw that cuts like an 8 1/4” • Compact and lightweight 4.2kg • PTFE coated base for smooth sliding on work-pieces • Supplied with TCT saw blade (20T) • Massive 78mm depth of cut • Robust carry case included #C7UY

EXCL GST

EXCL GST

$44900

$29900

23.9cc handheld blower

10.8V cordless 2-piece combo kit

EXCL GST

• Heavy duty commercial grade purefire engine with s-start • Large throttle lever • Weighs just 3.9kg #RB24EA

$30900

EXCL GST

EXCL GST

• DS10DFL driver drill • WH10DFL impact driver • 2 x 1.5Ah hi-tech lithium-ion batteries, 40min fast charger, driver bit and heavy duty tool satchel #KC10DFL

$29900

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EXCL GST

(Stock arriving 8th June)

CONCRETE

thermal dip gloveS

Disposable masks dust/mist

• Patented MicroFinish® palm coating for superior grip, flexibility and waterproof protection • Breathable heavyweight knit shell #MXMCWKD5-M/L/XL/XXL (Pair)

• Box of 20 • P1 #EP-301B

$1199

$1790

MULTICRETE

Fastcrete

• General concrete projects not requiring fast setting times • Recommended Uses: Steps, slabs, footings, pathways, driveways, deck posts, signage, mowing strips, garden edging, fence posts #GPC025 - 25kg.

• For general concrete projects requiring very fast setting times with low structural requirements • Sets within 15 minutes #FSC025

EXCL GST

$870

EXCL GST

• Box of 12 • P1 valved #EP-331B EXCL GST

#GPC040 - 40kg

$1399

EXCL GST

$1640

EXCL GST

$949

EXCL GST

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For your nearest ITM Store phone 0800 for itm itm.co.nz PRODUCTS ON PROMOTION: All prices exclude GST. Prices are valid from 1st June - 15th July 2012, unless specified otherwise. Some products may not be available in all ITM stores, but can be ordered in for customers. FREE ITM MICRO-FLEECE PACK CONDITIONS: Applies to purchases made between 1st June - 15th July 2012 or while stocks last. Please note that the $350 (excl GST) qualifier for the ITM MICRO-FLEECE PACK applies to each supplier’s product featured and cannot be made up of smaller amounts spent on individual supplier’s products e.g. Customers will qualify for a giveaway if they purchase $350 of Hitachi products, NOT if they purchase $300 of Hitachi power tools and $50 on Marley products. Purchases must be made on one invoice/account. Offer is limited to two per customer. All prices exclude GST.