Please note: Building inspectors are receiving numerous requests to download specific health and safety apps from various construction sites to enable them to sign into sites virtually. The number of these Apps has become unsustainable and sometimes results in inspections being held up. Where possible, inspectors can sign in manually, however if a special App is needed, please have the site supervisor sign in on behalf of the inspector to avoid delays.
In-person, General Building, Reclad and Durability inspections are taking place, however, where possible, these will be carried out remotely using different tools, depending on the type of inspection.
Not all inspections can be carried out remotely and, in these cases, a physical inspection will need to take place.
An inspector will call you prior to the inspection, discuss the options available and guide you through the process.
The online booking tool is available by clicking the link below.
Inspections using remote online tools may require the use of mobile data if wi-fi is not available onsite and they may take longer to complete than normal onsite inspections.
Before you commence any construction, you must ensure you have a site-specific safety plan to address the risks associated with COVID-19.
There is industry guidance available at Construction Health and Safety NZ website, as well as SiteSafe website.
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