Health

By Stan Abbott – 1 February 2007, Build 98, Feature article

Nothing could be as fresh and pure to drink as rainwater – could it? A Massey University study shows people must take care to ensure roof-collected rainwater is safe to drink.

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By John O’Donnell – 1 August 2007, Build 101, Feature article

There has been a big growth recently in the installation of mechanical home ventilation supply systems. We are told they can solve many of our indoor environmental problems, but sometimes basic issues need tackling first.

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By Lauren Prestney – 1 February 2012, Build 128

Positive steps taken by Naylor Love Construction to reduce the number of on-site eye injuries met some initial resistance but have achieved impressive results.

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By Malcolm Cunningham – 1 June 2013, Build 136, Feature article

Remediation work on leaky buildings is exposing workers to biocontaminants from the deteriorated building materials inside the walls. Recent research highlights the importance of always following good health and safety procedures.

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By Annette Beautrais – 1 February 2017, Build 158

Suicide rates in New Zealand are not declining, and there are calls for innovative solutions. Some companies are leading the way with suicide prevention programmes as part of workplace health and safety.

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By Phil Stewart – 1 April 2012, Build 129, Feature article

We all intuitively know that the built environment has an effect on how we feel and behave. An emerging field of design is taking this concept one step further by creating buildings that intentionally try to improve our health and wellbeing.

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By Orin Lockyer – 1 October 2021, Build 186

The builder-client relationship is ongoing and constantly changing. Each client is different, and many builders manage multiple client relationships at different stages at the same time. BRANZ sought to understand how repeated and ongoing interpersonal stress might impact builder wellbeing and job satisfaction.

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By Paul Bano-Chapman – 1 February 2008, Build 104, Feature article

The installation of fire-rated systems is a complicated process where attention to detail is important. Compromises can ultimately affect life safety.

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By Trevor Pringle – 1 June 2009, Build 112, Feature article

More people are injured in their homes than on the road or playing sport. So how can we design buildings and their surroundings to be safer?

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By Professor Julian Crane – 1 April 2012, Build 129, Feature article

The home can be a danger zone for asthmatics. Damp and mould, in particular, can seriously affect asthma sufferers and may even precipitate its onset in children.

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