by Archi-QS | Nov 30, 2021 | All Posts, Architecture, Project Management, Quantity Surveying, Strata Services, Updates, Insights & Thoughts
The Office of the Building Commissioner has recently provided clarity on the application of the Building Code of Australia (BCA) in construction projects. Understanding this is vital, as adherence to industry practices might not necessarily equate to compliance with...
by Archi-QS | Nov 22, 2021 | All Posts, Project Management, Quantity Surveying, Strata Services, Updates, Insights & Thoughts
Asbestos can cause serious illness. The particles can become airborne and easily breathed into the lungs, potentially causing health problems during exposure. Although most fibres breathed in during exposure are removed from your lungs by your body’s natural...
by Archi-QS | Nov 22, 2021 | All Posts, Project Management, Quantity Surveying, Strata Services, Updates, Insights & Thoughts
Stage 1: Asbestos Register and Management Plan If you manage or control a workplace, it’s your responsibility to ensure an asbestos register and management plan is prepared, maintained and kept at the workplace. An asbestos register is a visual and non-intrusive...
by Archi-QS | Nov 22, 2021 | All Posts, Project Management, Quantity Surveying, Strata Services, Updates, Insights & Thoughts
Friable asbestos (FA) products have been commonly used in commercial and industrial settings since the late 1800s for fireproofing, soundproofing and insulation. Some friable products were also used in houses and may still be found in houses built before 1990. As to...
by Archi-QS | Nov 22, 2021 | All Posts, Project Management, Quantity Surveying, Strata Services, Updates, Insights & Thoughts
What is Asbestos and Asbestos Containing Materials (ACM)? It is a naturally occurring mineral found in the surface of the earth. It contains strong fibres that have excellent durability, fire resistance and insulating properties. Materials containing asbestos were...
by Archi-QS | Oct 1, 2021 | All Posts, Architecture, Project Management, Quantity Surveying, Strata Services, Updates, Insights & Thoughts
What is project remediate? ‘Project Remediate’ is a three-year program launched this year by Construct NSW to help fix (remediate) potentially combustible cladding on eligible high-risk residential apartment buildings. What buildings are eligible? Class 2...
