Overview 

Aotearoa Zealand experiences significant natural hazards that can damage buildings and infrastructure. We need to reduce the risk to, and from, our buildings when emergencies occur. We also need to be ready to respond to and recover from these emergencies. Successfully managing the use and assessment of buildings at this time can protect lives and maintain public confidence during stressful times for the affected community.

These learning modules will provide you with an overview of the legislative framework and the required processes and procedures for managing buildings in an emergency.

This module will provide you with an understanding of the designation process including:

  • what a designation is,
  • how to designate an area,
  • powers under the Building Act
  • how to extend or terminate a designation.

Details

   

Audience

For Territorial Authorities, Building assessors, Tier 1, Tier 2 and Tier 3 Rapid Building Assessors, home owners.

Time

30 minutes.

How to complete

This module is the second part of four modules. Complete each module to complete the entire course. The course is part of the building management emergency program.

Useful Links

Building Performance website information Resources