Mitre 10 In Trade Magazine - August 2014

AUGUST 2014

CUSTOMER PROFILE: BIG PROJECT FOR QUEENSTOWN NEW MITRE 10 MEGA QUEENSTOWN ON WAY TRADE HUB WEBSITE PROVIDES ONLINE TOOLS AWARDS PRESENTED AT ANNUAL DINNER WORKING SAFELY WITH CEMENT

SEE INSIDE FOR CHANCES TO WIN GREAT PRODUCTS Offers open to account holders only Call 0800 M10 TRADE to find out more All prices and offers in this publication are valid from Friday 1st August – Sunday 31st August 2014 from participating stores.

FOREWORD Trade tools for your business To do your job well, you need the best tools for the job. At Mitre 10, we’ve always recognised that, which is why we’ve always worked hard to ensure the range of tools, products and service we provide is something that allows your business to work as well as it possibly can.

We recognise just how difficult it can be to run a successful, efficient business in today’s testing economic environment, especially with the amount of red tape faced by those in the building and construction industry. That’s why, this month, we’ve added something new to our offering to you – The Mitre 10 Trade Hub; an online destination for Mitre 10 Trade Account Holders to access a range of information, trade material and business tools that will help to improve the way you run your company.

In addition to accessing Mitre 10 Trade publications, flyers and product offers online, the Mitre 10 Trade Hub also offers a range of other benefits, including real time access to your own online PriceBook, a number of online estimating tools, a process for creating invoices, an online ordering and tracking system, account management and an online account security management system.

To find out more, check out further information on the launch of the Mitre 10 Trade Hub on pages 6 and 7 of this issue of In Trade. You can also talk to your local Trade Account Manager, contact us on 0800 M10 TRADE or visit mitre10.co.nz/trade for more details.

We trust you’ll find the Mitre 10 Trade Hub a valuable addition to your toolbox, and we look forward to working alongside you to help you build your business.

Andrew Cochrane, General Manager Trade Mitre 10 (New Zealand) Ltd

CONTENTS 2

PROFILE

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NEW MITRE 10 MEGA IN QUEENSTOWN

Store gets green light

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BUILD NZ EXPO

Canterbury construction event

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Teaming up on big project Mitre 10 Queenstown and construction company Naylor Love have teamed up on a multi-million dollar Mitre 10 MEGA bundle and a new roading project, due to open Queenstown next year.

Resource consent has been grant and time-frames are looking good for the opening of a brand new Mitre 10 MEGA store on Queenstown’s Eastern Access Road next year.

Mitre 10 had a presence at New Zealand’s largest building and design exhibition, buildnz | designex, held in Christchurch over three days, 31st July – 2nd August.

TRADE HUB WEBSITE

A new online resource – the Mitre 10 Trade Hub – has been launched by Mitre 10. Offering a range of useful systems and applications, the Mitre 10 Trade Hub will help to improve the way you run your company.

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TRADE STORE AWARDS

Mitre 10 Trade awards were handed out at the company’s annual awards dinner held on 12 June in Los Angeles.

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BRANZ

Slab-edge insulation As a result of studies of the performance of concrete slabs after the Christchurch earthquakes, BRANZ has revised a slab-edge insulation detail, minimising the width of the thermal break.

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LEGAL

Paying directors Correct legal formalities need to be followed when paying directors a salary or remuneration out of company funds to avoid the director being personally liable for those payments.

SITESAFE

Managing cement hazards Cement is widely used in construction. With its extremely aggressive and hazardous chemicals - those managing and using products containing cement must properly control its serious hazards.

WORKSAFE NZ

Safety Charter reaches 100 signatories In a significant demonstration of a commitment to safety, more than one hundred construction, insurance and government organisations have now signed the Canterbury Rebuild Safety Charter.

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THE GREAT APPRENTICE RACE

The Great Apprentice Race had its debut this year at the 16th Annual Certified Builders Conference and Apprentice Challenge Finals at Claudelands in Hamilton.

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COMPETITION /LBP COUPON

Stuff to win, points to earn Don’t miss the back page

Cover: Naylor Love Site Manager, Vince Daly (left) and Mitre 10 Queentown Trade Rep, Steve McDiarmid.

Volume 8, Issue 2 August 2014 Mitre 10 In Trade magazine is published 12 times a year in association with Mitre 10.

Managing Editor

Scott Wilson Phone: 021 725 061 Email: editor@M10magazine.co.nz

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PROFILE Naylor Love Site Manager, Vince Daly (left) and Mitre 10 Queentown Trade Rep, Steve McDiarmid.

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Teaming up on Five Mile Project A multi-million dollar Mitre 10 MEGA store bundle and a new roading project are due to open Queenstown next year; both of which are exciting developments that augur well for potential growth in the area.

The Eastern Access Road straddling the Frankton Flats is designed to ease arterial congestion and the multi-store project will promote economic development. Construction and staffing are expected to create substantial employment.

Developers are working hard to ensure all the utilities are in place for the stores to be completed and open according to their building schedules.

Undertaking work on the Five Mile big box retail development is top performing construction company Naylor Love. The company was involved in the complementary satellite development of Queenstown’s Remarkables Park Shopping Centre. Naylor Love’s long history as a construction company in New Zealand dates back to 1910 when Hugh Naylor and 2

On site at the Five Mile development in Queenstown

PROFILE James Love each set up a building company in Dunedin. Naylor Love was formed as a private construction company in 1969 when the two companies merged. For decades now Naylor Love Construction has played a major role in the development of the country, with the construction and redevelopment of some extremely diverse and interesting buildings. It has won numerous awards and has an impressive list of achievements.

Although still based in Dunedin, Naylor Love is represented by divisions in Auckland, Wellington, Canterbury, Dunedin and Central Otago.

Vince Daly, Naylor Love’s Site Manager for the Five Mile development, says the project is by far one of the biggest jobs in Queenstown. Stage one is underway and includes some big box concepts.

“It’s definitely good for the area,” he says.

Vastly experienced, Vince is no stranger to large developments having been involved in big scale projects both here and in Europe. He’s has been in the building industry for 40 years and lived in Queenstown since 1999. He believes the Five Mile project is a good concept.

“It’s been well planned, has different shops and excellent parking. It’s been a long time coming.”

Up to 300 workers are expected to be on site at the peak of development. Initially it was thought that getting workers for the project would be challenging given the activity in Christchurch. However, the reverse has been true.

“We’ve had a lot of people contacting us for work,” says Vince.

“We haven’t had to advertise. The project is seen as providing long-term jobs, with continual employment for two years.”

Contractors from other regions including Invercargill, Dunedin and Ashburton will also be involved.

Vince believes Naylor Love Construction won the project on the strength of its resources and expertise, and its reputation for getting jobs finished on time and within budget.

Partnering with Naylor Love on the project is Mitre 10 Queenstown, whose relationship has strengthened in recent times. According to Mitre 10 Trade Business Development Manager, Paul Reeve, the relationship gained significant traction in late 2012 after hosting some of the Naylor Love team at Mitre 10 annual Bledisloe Cup trip in Sydney.

“We presented our service value proposition to them to ensure they were well aware of our new focus on servicing the trade and the current, as well as planned future investment, we were making. They needed to know we were serious about securing them as a key account.”

Late 2012 the Mitre 10 Trade team was given a chance when Remarkables Park Mitre 10 was the successful tender for a new commercial building Naylor Love was about to construct in Remarkables Park Shopping Centre. Throughout the project, the Mitre 10 team stepped up and provided fantastic service throughout. A relationship was born. From that point on Naylor Love has been an avid supporter of Mitre 10 Trade in Queenstown. Their trust and confidence in the store as a capable supplier has been further reinforced with the winning of the Five Mile project.

Vince says Trade Rep Steve McDiarmid and the team at Mitre 10 are very obliging.

“They are well on to what they need to supply. We get good fast service and are given top priority. Delivery is prompt and the store is a convenient five minutes away.”

Mitre 10 has a big container on site and is stockpiling building materials for the project.

Mitre 10 stores throughout the country are beginning to enjoy increased business with Naylor Love, which is testament to Mitre 10’s offer and the commitment to trade.

“We get good fast service and are given top priority. Delivery is prompt and the store is a convenient five minutes away.” say Vince Daly

Steve McDiarmid (left) and Vince Daly (right).

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EW STORE N New Mitre 10 MEGA for Queenstown Since resource consent was granted in April, plans are well underway for the building of a brand new Mitre 10 MEGA store in Queenstown.

aware of their limitations as they grow, as Paul says they don’t want to over-promise and under-deliver.

The store will be located on Queenstown’s Eastern Access Road, and is due to open in 2015. The goal between now and the opening of the new store is to have a solid and proven trade business operating effectively and efficiently while operating within the constraints of the current property model.

Trade Business Development Manager for Queenstown and Invercargill, Paul Reeve, says the aim is to ensure the brand is well known to the majority of local builders and construction companies. Good support is already in place from a number of these accounts.

Building solid and familiar relationships with many potential customers will give them the opportunity to take advantage of Mitre 10 MEGA’s extensive offer and become regular customers once the new store opens.

“This would risk damaging our improving reputation and potentially undoing any growth achievements,” he explains.

The store promises a deep and diverse range of product, incomparable customer service, plenty of space and ease of access within a refreshingly new environment, and strong competition on price. It will be a complete one-stop shop, with everything conveniently under the one roof. Boasting an unequalled Mitre 10 MEGA product range, it will have the flexibility to tailor ranges to suit the local environment and specific customer needs. Features will include a large timber and landscaping yard, a large, well-planned and organised drive-thru, comprehensive garden centre and fully-equipped cafe. Support will be drawn from Mitre 10 MEGA Invercargill.

And like its sister store, Mitre 10 MEGA Queenstown will adopt a community support focus.

“Initially, we want to become known to the trade customer base in the Wakatipu and build a steady confidence within this customer base so as to then be perceived as a serious, credible and capable service and supply option to their businesses needs,” he says.

While doing this, the trade store will also be consciously aware of its limitations as it grows.

The opening of the Mitre 10 MEGA will enhance employment and career opportunities locally. The Trade Team will be recruited on their industry knowledge and experience, ambition, commitment to success, and their team player attitude.

“We want to become known to the trade customer base in the Wakatipu and build a steady confidence within this customer base,” Paul says.

He says this will allow the store to be perceived as a serious, credible and capable service and supply option for the needs of those trade businesses, but also adds they will need to be

Part 2

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“We want people who are fun, appreciative, self-motivated, respect their employer and want to be at work,” says Paul.

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“We want people who are fun, appreciative, self-motivated, respect their employer and want to be at work,” says Paul

O P X E Z N D L I U B

Canterbury construction event takes off This year sees Canterbury achieve another first when New Zealand’s largest building and design exhibition, buildnz | designex, comes to Christchurch.

It’s already fully booked and ready to give Canterbury and South Island building and design professionals a grand tradeonly spectacle over three days, 31st July – 2nd August.

Modelled on the highly successful award winning Auckland buildnz | designex, the Canterbury event benefits from 20 years of input into the industry. This has resulted in more than 145 key suppliers from across the design, construction and build sectors coming together under 2600 square metres of floor space at Christchurch’s CBS Arena.

Researching the latest products and technology, and hearing from industry leaders across free seminars spanning the three days, will attract the industry’s most highly recognised professionals, as will anyone determined to stay ahead of the pack. The value of Canterbury buildnz | designex is obvious when you consider that industry heavyweight contributors include Mitre 10, CBANZ, BRANZ, MBIE, NASH, ADNZ, NZIA, Lifemark, Homestar, Christchurch City Council, and RMBF. “Canterbury buildnz | designex is a great initiative,” says Certified Builders Association Chief Executive, Grant Florence. “We found the 2013 Auckland event very valuable and one that made us look very closely at being a proactive supporter for the Christchurch event, which we are.”

Chris Kay from NZ Steel says, “Nothing beats the opportunity for face to face interaction at buildnz | designex exhibitions.

That’s why New Zealand Steel, in conjunction with the National Association of Steel-Framed Housing (NASH), exhibited at the 2013 show in Auckland and have booked stand space for the Christchurch event. Through these shows we meet existing and prospective builders of steel-framed houses, answer technical questions and distribute the latest technical information to support the use

of steel framing. The 2013 show also provided a number of opportunities to establish training opportunities through the polytechnics which are being followed up by NASH.” Canterbury has immense importance to New Zealand’s economy, and in particular the construction, build and design sectors. The impact of the tragic earthquakes has seen huge growth in demand, with an estimated $30 billion expenditure in the rebuild alone, much of that in the next two years. It is important that those involved in the rebuild have access to the latest industry technology and information.

Canterbury buildnz | designex will give trade visitors the opportunity for direct dialogue with key industry suppliers, ensuring that not only are they up-to-date with the industry developments but they can also negotiate great deals and take advantage of the many show-only specials.

This must-attend event includes a busy educational and development seminar program across the three days and available free of charge to all attendees. One of the highlights will be a session with award winning architect Nat Cheshire of Cheshire Architects who’s inspiring vision for creative design is not to be missed.

The show organiser, XPO Exhibitions, has scheduled an extensive visitor marketing campaign to ensure the message gets to the industry with a strong presence online and in radio, press, bill boards, and topical media publications.

Please visit the website www.canterburybuildnz.co.nz for more information on this trade-only exhibition.

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Talk to your local Trade Account Manager today.

Contact us on 0800 M10 TRADE or Talk to your local Trade Account Manager today. visit mitre10.co.nz/trade for more details.

The Mitre 10 Trade Hub has arrived!

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S D R A W A E D A R T

From left - Martin Dippie (Mitre 10 NZ), Daniel and Nikki Fitzgerald (Mitre 10 MEGA Te Awamutu), Neil Cowie (Mitre 10 NZ CEO).

Trade awards handed out at annual dinner Te Awamutu Mitre 10 MEGA store owners, Daniel and Nikki Fitzgerald, have been awarded the Mitre 10 CEO Achievement Award and their store named Mitre 10 MEGA Trade Store of the Year at the national retailer’s annual awards dinner held on 12 June in Los Angeles.

The CEO Achievement Award, is the most prestigious distinction of the night and was awarded to Daniel and Nikki Fitzgerald because of their work ethic, integrity, strong community focus and exceptional customer service.

“Daniel and Nikki are exceptional members who I believe really live the values of the Mitre 10 Group every day,” said Mitre 10 CEO Neil Cowie.

Daniel and Nikki Fitzgerald’s exceptional service to trade customers was also noted, and led to their collection of 8

the Mitre 10 MEGA Trade Store of the Year Award, after a judging panel assessed Mitre 10’s nationwide store network on customer and supplier feedback, store presentation, staff performance and financial performance.

“As well as their overall dedication to the business, Daniel and Nikki have led the team at Te Awamutu to deliver exceptional service to trade customers in their region,” Mr Cowie said The Fitzgeralds were thrilled by the recognition.

“Receiving the Mitre 10 CEO Achievement Award is great recognition for a year of extremely hard work by our Trade Team. I am extremely proud to accept this award on their behalf,” said Daniel.

“The CEO Achievement Award has also come as a complete surprise. Nikki and I are truly honoured to receive this. We have had a tremendous amount of support and encouragement from the team at Support Centre and from our Te Awamutu advisory board.”

S D R A W A E D A R T From left - Martin Dippie (Mitre 10 NZ), David Grove (Mitre 10 Onehunga), Neil Cowie (Mitre 10 NZ CEO).

The locally owned and operated store demonstrated fantastic promise after a panel of judges assessed them on customer and supplier feedback, store presentation, staff performance and financial performance.

“The team at Mitre 10 MEGA New Lynn are very honoured to be recognised with this Award,” said owner Cam Caithness. “As a new store that opened last October, with a zero customer base, it has been a fantastic effort by Matt Pronk, our Trade Manager, and the team to build the trade business so quickly in an ultra-competitive market. “

Meanwhile, locally owned and operated family business, Mitre 10 Onehunga, was named Mitre 10 Trade Store of the Year, heading off Mitre 10 Remarkables Park and Mitre 10 Dannevirke for the title.

Mitre 10 CEO Neil Cowie said developing the Mitre 10 Trade capability trade capability had been a big focus nationally so it was excellent to see such a young store start off so strongly.

“It’s pretty amazing to think that not even a year ago Mitre 10 MEGA New Lynn didn’t exist, yet here they are presenting some of the best trade service within our nationwide network.”

The store was chosen by the judges for its exceptional service to trade customers, after a judging panel assessed Mitre 10’s nationwide store network on customer and supplier feedback, store presentation, staff performance and financial performance.

“Mitre 10 Onehunga really stood out as a business that knows how to meet the needs of trade customers. Despite being well known for helping DIYers, our stores are increasingly also serving trade professionals,” said Mitre 10 CEO Neil Cowie “It is really pleasing for our whole team to be recognised in this way,” said Mitre 10 Onehunga Managing Director David Grove.

“In winning this Award I’d like to acknowledge the efforts of the Mitre 10 Support Centre’s Trade Team who are working hard to ensure Mitre 10 has a strong trade offering in in a highly competitive market.”

The Mitre 10 Rookie Trade Store of the Year Award went to Mitre 10 MEGA New Lynn.

From left - Martin Dippie (Mitre 10 NZ), Gordon Crossan, Patricia Crossan, Alex Crossan, Hunter Crossan, Simon Trower (all Drymix NZ Ltd), Neil Cowie (Mitre 10 NZ CEO).

It addition to the store awards at the event, two supplier-based awards were also handed out.

In a fantastic result for the company, family-owned and operated concrete and cement product manufacturer Drymix NZ Ltd took out both the Innovation Of The Year and Building Products Supplier awards.

“To win the 2014 Building Products Supplier of the Year and also the Innovation Award at the recent Mitre 10 birthday celebrations and conference in Los Angeles was truly the proudest moment in our history,” the team at Drymix said.

“We were absolutely thrilled to receive this honour and be recognised by one of New Zealand’s most successful and iconic businesses, Mitre 10. “We certainly wouldn’t be where we are today if it wasn’t for Mitre 10.

“Drymix are really proud of how far we have come since Gordon & Patricia Crossan started this business in a spare room at home back in 1991.

From left - Andrew Cochrane (General Manager Trade - Mitre 10 NZ) and Matt Pronk (Mitre 10 MEGA New Lynn).

“We search the world for new and innovative products, and ways to improve upon our existing ranges, to ensure that Drymix can offer our customers the best products, prices and service available in New Zealand.”

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By Trevor Pringle, ANZIA, BRANZ Principal, Writer

As a result of studies of the performance of concrete slabs after the christchurch earthquakes, BRANZ has revised a slab-edge insulation detail.

The detail published in Build 134 pages 24–27 and Build 100 pages 32–33 with a timber thermal break inserted between the foundation wall and slab edge is no longer considered suitable to resist earthquake loading on the steel rebar.

during an earthquake while achieving the required insulation value of the thermal break. The original detail used a 45 mm wide timber thermal break, which may have allowed the steel to flex across the width of the timber when loaded.

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LEGAL

Paying directors;

the importance of following legal formalities

by Carolyn Culliney As director of a small and closely-held company, you may have paid yourself a salary or remuneration out of your company’s funds (remuneration can be payments or benefits).

While the ease of withdrawal is undoubtedly appealing, care must be taken: if the correct legal formalities are not followed, the director risks being personally liable for those payments.

If the constitution imposes stricter requirements for directors’ remuneration than the Companies Act requirements, then that process must be followed, as it trumps the statutory process set out below. Alternatively, if your constitution does not provide for directors’ remuneration, or your company does not have a constitution, then remuneration will be governed by the Companies Act. Under the Act, the legal formalities required of a board of directors for remunerating directors involve three main steps: authorisation, certification, and notification.

The legal formalities for remunerating a director

1. AUTHORISATION BY THE BOARD

Directors in any capacity, whether executive or non-executive, must comply with the legal formalities in the Companies Act 1993 when authorising directors’ remuneration. This compliance also extends to payments such as loans, guarantees, director’s debts, and such contracts relating to these matters.

The board of directors is required to authorise any payment, or contract for payment to a director. For companies with only one director, the board is composed of that one director.

However, the board can only authorise if it is satisfied that such remuneration is fair to the company. What is fair will depend on the particular context and may include factors such as the director’s circumstances, expertise, experience and past performance, as well as the nature and type of the company itself.

To find out whether directors have complied with the proper formalities, the first step is to check the company’s constitution.

2. C ERTIFICATION ON REASONABLE GROUNDS The director(s) authorising the payment must sign a certificate stating that, in their opinion, the payment is fair to the company. The certificate must also include reasonable grounds explaining why the payment is fair to the company.

Carolyn Culliney is an Principal in the Commercial Corporate team at Meredith Connell.

Carolyn’s practice encompasses advice on all forms of commercial contracts. Carolyn has a particular specialization in construction law and has been a guest speaker for the New Zealand Law society on the subject.

Carolyn can be contacted on (09) 336 7500 or by email at carolyn.culliney@meredithconnell.co.nz

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3. NOTIFICATION The certified remuneration to the director must be recorded in two places. First, the particulars of the payment must be entered on the company’s interests register. Second, remuneration details must be disclosed in the company’s annual report (unless shareholders agree otherwise).

Consequences of not following the proper formalities If the legal formalities above are not followed, or the director(s) signing the certificate did not have reasonable grounds for their opinion but certified the payment anyway, then the remunerated director may be personally liable in the event of liquidation. The liquidator, in realising the assets of the liquidated company, will deem anything personally owed by a director to be immediately payable. However, the liability of the

remunerated director may be reduced to the extent that he or she can prove the remuneration was fair to the company at the time.

Another consequence in failing to observe the formalities is that the director may be the target of a claim by the company, or by shareholders (with leave of the court). Director(s) who sign the certificate without reasonable grounds to support their opinion for the payment may, according to the Act, engaging in unfairly prejudicial conduct. If this occurs, the shareholders could potentially bring a prejudiced shareholder action against the director(s). Of course, this will not be a problem where the director is also the sole shareholder.

Alternatives There are alternatives available if you or your company does not wish to follow the directors’ remuneration process outlined in the Companies Act. The first alternative is for the shareholders to authorise remuneration of the directors. This is particularly effective in small or closely-held companies. Again, there are formalities.

First, there must be agreement or concurrence between all ‘entitled persons’. ‘Entitled persons’ simply means the shareholders and those whom the constitution deems to be

Complies with standards AS/NZS 1576.1:2010 & AS/NZS 4994.1:2009

shareholders. Second, the entitled persons’ agreement must be in writing. Finally, the company itself must satisfy a twopart solvency test. The first part is the ‘cash flow test’, which determines whether the company is able to pay its debts as they become due in the normal course of business. The second part of the solvency test is the ‘balance sheet test’, where the value of the company’s assets must be greater than its liabilities.

If the above requirements are satisfied, then the director may be remunerated without resorting to the three-step authorisation, certification and notification procedure above. A board resolution is also required to put into effect the entitled person’s resolution.

The second alternative is for the director to be paid for services provided as a company employee. This is generally more applicable for smaller companies. This method avoids the three-step procedure as the payment by the company is not for services relating to directorship, but for general services to the company. This may require the director to enter into a contract of service with the company, and any payment to the ‘director’ to be as an employee of the company. Depending on the company, this alternative is also advantageous in that it imports the benefits associated with an employment relationship such as insurance or retirement benefits.

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Managing cement hazards Cement is widely used in construction. With its extremely aggressive and hazardous chemicals - those managing and using products containing cement must properly control its serious hazards.

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SITE SAFETY

• Allergic Contact Dermatitis All cement contains soluble hexavalent chromium which causes cancer and can cause allergies. The cumulative effect of daily exposure may take years to cause a reaction; however when it does - it is irreversible. Allergic Contact Dermatitis is a common reason for cement workers to leave the industry.

Symptoms include swelling, redness, oozing, cracking, stinging, itching, blisters and scaling.

CEMENT HAZARD CONTROLS Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Reduce the risk of skin contact by wearing: • Full length impermeable overalls with long sleeves and trouser legs – making sure they overlap boots and gloves • Waterproof boots • Waterproof gloves (rigger gloves and chromed leather gloves should not be used) • Eye protection.

Any clothing that has been contaminated by cement should be laundered before it is reused and, if grossly contaminated, replaced. Do not allow contaminated clothing to directly touch skin.

Hygiene

CEMENT HEALTH RISKS Cement Burns Wet cement is a strongly alkaline chemical solution which is very hazardous to skin tissue. Victims are often unaware even after several hours that they are being burnt because alkalis chemicals damage nerve endings first. Cement burn injuries are extremely painful and can take months to heal, often requiring surgical treatment in the form of skin grafts. In extreme cases, the medical complications associated with the burn may lead to amputation or even death.

Cement Skin Contact Dermatitis • Irritant Contact Dermatitis Particles in cement are abrasive and can injure the skin. If the skin is not given sufficient time to recover, irritant dermatitis can develop. People exposed to cement on a daily basis are likely to develop irritant contact dermatitis - this condition is found in 80% of concrete workers.

Symptoms include stinging, itching, redness, swelling, cracking, blisters, scaling, fissures and bleeding. Cuts or wounds heal very slowly and infections are likely.

Dermatitis can occur without a gross skin contamination so it is vital that workers wash their hands before visiting the toilet and eating, and have ready access to: • A sink large enough to accommodate the forearms – preferably with running water. Store water in vehicles for washing if running water is not accessible.

• Access to warm water, mild soap and clean towels.

Caution: Barrier or abrasive cleaning creams, or alcohol wet wipes, must not be used as they can damage the skin and increase the risk of injury.

Health Monitoring Ensure that all those that may be exposed to cement understand the risk to their health and the necessary precautions to be taken. Regular skin inspections by a competent person are appropriate. Encourage workers to check themselves for signs and symptoms of cement skin contact dermatitis.

Emergency Action for Cement Burns If there is any suspicion that a cement burn has occurred then the victim should be rushed to the nearest Emergency Medical Centre.

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RKSAFE O W Safety charter reaches 100

signatories by 1st Anniversary In a significant demonstration of a commitment to safety, more than one hundred construction, insurance and government organisations have now signed the Canterbury Rebuild Safety Charter.

In July 2013, 33 organisations signed the Safety Charter to work together to rebuild Canterbury safely.

“The growth of the Safety Charter in its first year has been outstanding,” says Graham Darlow, Chief Executive of Fletcher Construction and Chair of the Safety Charter Steering Group.

“The Safety Charter is about industry coming together to improve safety standards and create a legacy for the rebuild and the construction industry nationwide,” Mr Darlow says.

The Safety Charter signatories – many of whom are competitors – have all committed to the ten commitments in the Safety Charter, aiming to create a consistent and collective approach to health and safety on all worksites in the rebuild.

In the year since it launched, the Canterbury Rebuild Safety Charter has provided its members with the means to meet their Safety Charter commitments.

All signatories complete a self-awareness tool which allows them to assess their performance against companies in their line of work and the broader industry. Signatories have also participated in research which is informing guidance on leadership best practices.

Recently, the Safety Charter produced an official video, which communicates the Safety Charter story and visits dozens of Charter members at their workplaces.

The video can be viewed through the Safety Charter website, www.safetycharter. org.nz

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Kristina Wischnowsky, Glenn Murdoch and Duncan Gibb, at the Safety Charter 100 in one year first anniversary event, Friday 4th July.

Kristina Wischnowsky (Business Excellence Manager at Corbel Construction) is Chair of the Safety Charter Communications Working Group.

Glenn Murdoch, is Vicus Design Group’s Director, who is the 100th signatory to the Safety Charter.

Duncan Gibb (Executive General Manager of Stronger Christchurch Infrastructure Rebuild Team - SCIRT), is Chair of the Safety Charter Performance Working Group.

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While a greater number of people are tackling home renovation, While a greater number of people are tackling home renovation, many put themselves at risk by not using the correct PPE equipment many put themselves at risk by not using the correct PPE equipment or no safety protection at all. or no safety protection at all.

Ear fatigue from exposure to loud noise or cuts from sharp objects Ear fatigue from exposure to loud noise or cuts from sharp objects can make work slow, painful and above all dangerous. Using power can make work slow, painful and above all dangerous. Using power tools, painting, sanding, picking up wood or rubble has associated tools, painting, sanding, picking up wood or rubble has associated safety hazards. All of these hazards are preventable, and prevention safety hazards. All of these hazards are preventable, and prevention is the key on and off the job. is the key on and off the job.

The Stanley® PPE range is at the forefront of worker protection. Each ® The Stanley PPE range is at the forefront of worker protection. Each Stanley® safety product is made with the highest quality materials, ® Stanley safety product is made with the highest quality materials, and meets stringent Australian and New Zealand safety standards. and meets stringent Australian and New Zealand safety standards.

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Zealand Standards AS/NZS 1337. → Hearing protection products like the new SYNC Radio earmuff → Hearing protection products like the new SYNC Radio earmuff featuring a new digital tuner which automatically searches for featuring a new digital tuner which automatically searches for radio stations, and stores up to 10 stations in memory. radio stations, and stores up to 10 stations in memory. → Comfortable gloves provide cut, puncture and abrasion → Comfortable gloves provide cut, puncture and abrasion resistance, offer a better grip and protect your hands when resistance, offer a better grip and protect your hands when working on projects every day. working on projects every day.

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E C A R E C I T N E R P P A

Winner Craig Chatterton (right) with Mitre 10 Regional Trade Development Manager Adrian Moreton (centre) and seoond-placed Sam Talbot.

The Great Apprentice Race 2014 The Great Apprentice Race had its debut this year at the 16th Annual Certified Builders Conference and Apprentice Challenge Finals at Claudelands in Hamilton.

The apprentice finalists competed against each other in a race of brains, stamina, speed and agility through an obstacle course kindly sponsored by Mitre10 Trade.

The nine apprentices representing eight Polytechnics from across the country were brought together for the New Zealand Apprentice Challenge National Finals in which each 18

apprentice had competed and won at their regional events.

These regional competitions required them to complete an eight-hour project of building a garden seat, each of which was donated to charity. As the winners of each region they were invited to compete in this great opportunity.

This year The Great Apprentice Race was introduced at the conference and was seen as a great opportunity for the apprentices to be tested on a range of abilities, as well as having the opportunity to meet other members of Certified Builders.

E C A R E C I T N E R P P A

Each apprentice was paired off with either a Regional President or a nominated representative in events which required both to work well with each other in order to succeed. Representatives included the Chairman of the Certified Builders Board, Dave Brown, and a representative of Mitre 10 Trade, Scott Ryan. The heats were worked on a timed basis with the two fastest recorded times moving into the finals, where Craig Chatterton from Northtec, Whangarei won in a time of 5mins:27sec over EIT, Hawke’s Bay’s Sam Talbot (5min:49sec).

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QUESTION: What are two forms of PPE that should be worn when using cement?

THIS PUBLICATION IS RECOGNISED

BY THE BUILDING AND HOUSING GROUP AS CONTRIBUTING TOWARDS THE SKILLS MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE LICENSED BUILDING PRACTITIONER SCHEME. If you are a Licensed Building Practitioner, cut out and safely retain this panel with your skills maintenance literature for future reference and audit confirmation.

Ref. In Trade Vol 8, Issue 2 August 2014

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