SAFETY INSITE WINTER 2011 - Site Safe

The Insulation industry felt that there need to be
more training and knowledge given to those
involved in stalling insulation than was currently
available.
The primary role of the IAONZ is to establish
nationwide performance benchmarks for the
supply and installation of residential insulation.
The first step is to establish these benchmarks
through an IAONZ training programme. But to do
this they need support.
The IAONZ qualification is expected to become
the required industry standard for insulation installers across all sectors both commercial and
residential.
In line with Site Safe passports it will be required to be renewed every two years and will be a
stepping stone to further training and qualifications, enabling those employed within the
industry to develop a career path and to gain formal recognition for their knowledge and
experience.
Over the past twelve months twenty six training courses run by experienced trainers who
have direct practical experience and theory knowledge of installing insulation have taken
place nation wide. Some 250 installers have completed the one day theory with approximately
70 having completed the full course and now hold the IAONZ passport for installation of
insulation in lightweight framed construction which includes the building and construction
passport required by many companies as part of their site health and safety plans. Graduates
details can be found via www.iaonz.co.nz
IAONZ is talking to relevant Trade Associations, BOINZ and council building inspectors to
raise the awareness inspect to see some movement in this area in the near future.
Consumers too are becoming aware and feed back has been received that the question of
have you got this qualification has been asked. The principles of the installing thermal
insulation can be easily applied to those working commercial environments and apartments.
IAONZ encourages all companies to both join the association and take advantage of the
training available to members and or to use those who hold this passport which confirms they
have the extra skill and knowledge to install thermal insulation on their sites
For details about IAONZ visit http://www.iaonz.co.nz/ email info@iaonz.co.nz
2011 Site Safe Certificate in Construction Site Safety Graduation
Due to the Rugby World Cup being held in New Zealand this year we are delaying the
Graduation until Thursday 10 November, so please leave that date in your calendar free.
The Graduation event is an opportunity to celebrate the success of the 2011 graduates and it
would be great if you could join us at the Ellerslie Event Centre in Auckland. We will be
sending you more information closer to the date around available sponsorship packages and
special deals.
If you are interested in how you can become a Graduate in the Certificate of Construction Site
Safety please email angela@sitesafe.org.nz
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