Author: Staff Writer
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Safe Work Australia re-opens workplace exposure standards review
Safe Work Australia has re-opened the workplace exposure standards for public feedback from 1 February 2021. It’s reviewing the workplace exposure standards for airborne contaminants (WES) ... -
Why paying attention to specialised resins and coatings is vital for protecting Australia’s water infrastructure
Water supply systems such as dams, tanks and sewage treatment plants provide essential services for Australian communities. And while these marvels of engineering undertake important functions, ... -
Why now is the perfect time to attack your cost base
According to ASIC there were 10,748 insolvency appointments in Australia in 2019 – in round numbers that’s 900 per month and 45 per business day – ... -
Have your say on how building design and construction is regulated in NSW
The NSW government is asking for feedback on proposed regulations that will strengthen the design and construction of buildings in the state. Minister for better regulation ... -
Building resilience – Standards Australia November 2020 update
Providing the building and construction industry with safe and practical guidance is a top priority for Standards Australia. The past few months has seen our organisation ... -
Have your say on building industry registration
WA’s building regulator is seeking public comment on proposals to review registration requirements for building practitioners and contractors. The consultation is part of Building and Energy’s ... -
Ground stabilisation solutions for building on coastal sandy soils
With almost 50,000kms of coastline and more than 10,000 beaches around Australia, it’s only natural that many Australians choose to live by the ocean. Yet, despite ... -
How tech can help manage costly adjustments for COVID-compliance
Autodesk ANZ regional director Andy Cunningham discusses how technology can positively affect the required changes to businesses during and post COVID-19. For many businesses, becoming COVID-compliant ... -
COVID lessons from across the ditch
Fergus job management software for trades and services businesses CEO David Holmes shares what Australian construction can learn from NZ lockdown. During Melbourne’s second wave and ... -
The value of product stewardship
Vinyl Council of Australia product stewardship manager Jan van de Graaff discusses the value of product stewardship to all types of organisations. In the current business climate, ...
