Frame & Truss Manufacturer s Association of New Zealand

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Code of Practice - Revision Approved 16 May 2017 - Version 1/2017

Frame & Truss Manufacturer’s Association of

New Zealand

(FTMA NZ)

Code of Practice

Effective 01 July 2017

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CODE OF PRACTICE

THE FRAME AND TRUSS MANUFACTURERS’ ASSOCIATION OF NEW ZEALAND (FTMA) (1) Introduction

The FTMA is an Incorporated Society formed to provide guidance and consistency in the application of legislative controls and Standards to wall frame and roof truss manufacture so that members may go about their respective businesses knowingly and with integrity.

This Code of Practice is intended to assist members achieve the aims of the Association as are indicated in the Constitution Rules. This Code of Practice provides additional details and explanations to clarify the Constitution and sound trade practices for members in pursuit of excellence.

The FTMA is an Industry leader within the Manufacturing sector and an authority in matters concerning wall frame and roof truss manufacture. It is an Association to whom the Industry, Consumers, Designers and Approvers can refer for advice and quality products. The outcomes will be that Members are known for professionalism, integrity, dependability and reliability. The FTMA is a timber focused Organisation.

This Code of Practice will provide a basis for comparison between members and non-members as well as an industry based benchmark from which client expectations and member behaviour can be managed.

Section 14 (G) of the Building Act 2004 requires Manufacture and Suppliers to accept responsibility for ensuring that a product if installed in accordance with the technical data, plans and specification and advice prescribed by the Manufacturer, will comply with the relevant provisions of the building code. The FTMA aims to assist members maintain that responsibility This Code of Practice has the standing of a Bylaw under the Constitutional Rules. (2) Objects

The objects of the Association are: (a) To conserve, promote and advance the interests and welfare of merchants, manufacturers and

traders generally dealing in New Zealand in and with appropriate components, equipment and other similar goods in respect to the manufacture and supply of timber wall frames and trusses for the building industry.

(b) To encourage a high standard of service and honourable practice in the said trade, to promote a friendly relationship among traders and others connected with the trade and to further encourage a high standard of workmanship.

(c) To promote a higher standard of training within the trade.

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(d) To uphold and maintain the just claims of members of the Association individually and collectively in such manner as the Executive shall think fit.

(e) To protect both the public and members of the Association against dishonest, fraudulent and

corrupt practices. (f) To promote or oppose bills, legislation or other measures or by-laws affecting the interests of

members. (g) To use the funds of the Association as the Executive may consider necessary or proper in

payment of the costs and expenses of furthering or carrying out the objects of the Association or any of them including the employment of counsel, solicitors agents officers and employees as shall appear necessary or expedient.

(h) To subscribe to become a member of and co-operate with any other Association whether

incorporated or not whose objects are altogether or in part similar to those of this Association and to procure from and communicate to such Association such information as may be likely to forward the objects of the Association.

(i) To purchase, take on lease or in exchange or hire or otherwise acquire any real or personal

property and any rights or privileges which the Executive shall think necessary or expedient for the purposes of attaining the objects of the Association or any of them or promoting the interests of the Association or its members and to sell, exchange, mortgage, let on bail or lease with or without option of purchase or in any manner dispose of any such property rights or privileges as aforesaid.

CONTENTS:

Section 1 Membership Criteria Page 4

Section 2 Product Responsibilities Page 4

Section 3 Workplace Safety Page 7

Section 4 Quality Manuals Page 8

Section 5 Role of Detailers Page 8

Section 6 Building Consents and Customer Satisfaction Page 9

Section 7 Ancillary comment Page 9

Appendices to Section 2 Pages 11 - 12

Section 3 Pages 13 - 18



Prescribed Forms (Membership Application) Pages 24 - 25

Code of Practice Checklist Pages 26 - 28

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SECTION 1 - Membership Criteria

1.1 Membership is offered to all involved in the manufacture of construction related wall frames

and roof trusses. The various membership categories are as described in the Rules.

1.2 Persons wishing to become members must apply to the Association in the prescribed form

outlining how the membership criteria in the Rules have been met or will be met and

compliance with this Code of Practice achieved .

1.3 The Association has prepared an Application Form for the Applicant’s use and is included in the

Appendix.

1.4 The Association will cause the application to be considered and decided upon expeditiously and

reserves the right to seek additional information should it so require.

SECTION 2 - Product Responsibilities

Manufacturer (guiding principles are provided in Appendix to Section 2)

2.1 Manufacturers are responsible for ensuring compliance with specifically designed wall and roof truss assemblies.

Specifically designed wall frames shall be to a recognised and current Standard such as AS/NZS 1170, NZS 3604 (2011) Timber Framed Buildings or as otherwise approved by the Client and the applicable Building Consent Authority and roof trusses designed to a recognised engineering programme. A recognised engineering programme is one that has been technically audited by an appropriately qualified third party or an engineered design that can be demonstrated to be in accordance with AS/NZS1170 or NZBC Clause B1

The assemblies shall be marked or otherwise identifiable so as to be reconcilable with details described on the plans and specifications and other documentation applicable to the assemblies and the project.

2.2 Manufacturers are responsible for the supply of materials of appropriate quality for ensuring compliance with specifications associated with specifically designed assemblies or those designed pursuant to NSZ3604 (2011) Timber Framed Buildings.

2.3 Manufacturers are responsible for ensuring materials comply with the minimum requirements of the current New Zealand Building Code when manufacturing wall frames or roof trusses.

2.4 Manufacturers are responsible for the supply of appropriate documents when supplying wall frame and roof truss assemblies to clients. Appropriate documents include but are not limited to the following.

NB For buildings within the scope of NZS 3604 Section 10.2.2.3 is attached in appendix 5

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(a) A truss layout plan is:

a plan providing the layout of the trusses as they were designed and /or

manufactured for erection on a specific building.

The layout shall be identified as ‘Buildable for Consent' or ‘As Built’ and shall provide supporting information including:

The name and contact details of the accredited fabricator

The job /design reference name or number

The site address /location

Site specific structural & loading information, being o Pitch o Cladding type o Wind and snow loading values

Date drawn

A truss layout with truss labels and dimensions to locate the trusses on the supporting structure

Identification of all load bearing walls /beams used to support trusses

Specification and location of truss-to-truss and truss-to-top plate fixings or notification that such items are specified by others (e.g. where specified by a chartered professional engineer)

Notification of the location of any resulting loads where the design of the supporting member will be outside the scope of NZS3604.2011 (point loaded lintels and point loads on internal walls where the downward load is higher than 16kN or the upward load is greater than 16kN)

Reference to the Fabricator Design Statement.

(b) A Fabricator Design Statement:

This is a statement issued by the fabricator providing the job specific inputs used in the

design process.

The Design Statement shall identify:

The name and contact details of the accredited fabricator

The name of the software/nail plate manufacturer that has accredited the fabricator

Software date /version used

Reference to the Producer Statement – Design

Supporting compliance documents including standards for material grades and sizes

The job/design reference name or number

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The site address /location

Job specific information, being as follows:

o Loads allowed for in the specific design including dead loads (cladding and ceiling) and live loads (wind and snow);

o Roof pitch

o Nominal overhang length

o Importance Level

o Design working life.

A list of the designed trusses, spans and maximum spacing

Date of design

(c) A Producer Statement as to Appropriate Design:

This is a Producer Statement for Design issued by the software provider, supporting the software and the engineering principles being applied by the software.

The Producer Statement shall:

Have a level of detail consistent with that of an IPENZ Producer Statement PS1

State the means of compliance with NZBC

Reference the Truss layout and Fabricator Design Statements

Identify the job/design reference name or number

Identify the software date/version

Be signed by a Chartered Professional Engineer (electronic signature is acceptable)

2.5 Where the supply of manufactured wall frames or roof trusses vary from the “Buildable Consent” design and a building consent has been issued for the “Buildable Design” the Manufacturer will provide to the client a complete set of amending details that supersede those originally provided so as to amend the original building consent. The replacement documents shall confirm compliance with the New Zealand Building Code, any contract or sale and purchase agreement that may need to be satisfied.

Supplier

2.6 The supplier of materials to a wall frame or roof truss manufacturer must ensure their materials are fit for purpose and where applicable comply with the appropriate and current New Zealand Standard or NZBC Clause.

2.7 Suppliers must ensure hardware materials supplied to wall frame and roof truss manufacturers are properly handled, stored and transported to the Manufacturer so as to arrive at the manufacturing site in good order and condition.

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2.8 Suppliers of timber to wall frame and roof truss manufacturers shall ensure timber is straight, true to grade and reflective of merchantable material for the grade and treatment ordered. Where “dry” timber is ordered it will be delivered in a “dry” state and where necessary protected from the weather en-route. (“dry” being nominally 16% moisture content)

2.9 Delivered materials must be accepted as of appropriate condition and the receiving company shall provide adequate protection of the materials to ensure they maintain the condition they were in when properly delivered.

Joint responsibilities

2.10 It shall be the responsibility of the Manufacturer, the Transporter and the On-site Erector to ensure wall frames and roof trusses are stored, transported and handled with due care so as to avoid damaging them, causing denigration due to stress caused by raking or inappropriate lifting. Distortion due to over tight lashing of bundling shall be avoided. It shall be the duty of the Client’s on site representative to ensure the wall frames and or roof trusses are of an acceptable quality at the time of delivery.

NB the Client’s on-site representative should preferably be a Licensed Building Practitioner.

2.11 Manufacturers shall ensure the manufacturing plant is staffed by suitably skilled fabricators, adequately trained for the duties they fulfil and holding appropriate qualifications where a recognised qualification is available. Licensed Building Practitioners may fill supervisory roles in design or fabrication if necessary.

SECTION 3 - Workplace Safety (guiding principles are provided in Appendix to Section 3)

3.1. Members will observe the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 (the Act) and such other legislation as is applicable to the operation of the workplace.

3.2. A person conducting a Business or Undertaking is known as a PCBU whose responsibility is to provide a safe workplace.

3.3. A PCBU must have in place a process for ensuring those employed on site properly understand their respective responsibilities.

3.3.1 Members are responsible for preparing and implementing appropriate Health and Safety Plans for their installations. The PCBU will identify appropriate persons as Officers and Safety Officers to ensure their plans are followed and compliance with the law is assured.

3.4 Officers and Safety Officers will be identified and their specific responsibilities understood by the incumbents.

3.5 All personnel on site must be trained to ensure safe practices are followed for their respective duties.

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3.6 The appendix hereto may assist in providing prompts for the preparation of such a plan but responsibility for the preparation and implementation of the plan rests with the PCBU as does compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015.

SECTION 4 - Quality Manuals (guiding principles are provided in Appendix to Section 4)

4.1 In the interests of profitability all members should prepare a quality manual. A quality manual, if followed, will enhance consistency in production, accountability in Staff and therefore provide customers with quality and dependable products.

4.2 Quality manuals may follow a number of currently available models that will provide manufacturing credibility to the plant concerned.

4.3 Quality systems need to be reconciled against the requirements of the plant and may follow ISO 9000 or 9001 series or as otherwise appropriate and be capable of being audited by an independent third party if required.

4.4 Quality systems must have a facility for dealing with complaints in a measurable manner and so as to ensure they are resolved effectively and efficiently. Methods to facilitate dispute resolution should be included.

SECTION 5 - Role of Detailers (guiding principles are provided in Appendix to Section 5)

5.1 It shall be the role of detailers to ensure the design programmes or Standards for roof trusses and wall frames are followed and documentation provided is in accordance with those design programmes or Standards.

5.2 Where conflict or clarification is required for any reason the Detailer shall refer the matter to the Design Lead or the designing engineer as appropriate to the circumstances and document all outcomes.

5.3 Detailers will ensure programmes are maintained and kept up to date as required by the Accrediting Organisation and that regular liaison is maintained with the Accrediting Organisation.

5.4 Detailers will follow the employer’s policy, whether employee or contractor, in dealing with the Client, the Design Lead or the Building Consent Authority as required or expressed in any applicable Quality Manual.

5.5 Detailer must be adequately trained and suitably qualified for the tasks they undertake and strive for efficiency in all respects in the application of technical knowledge to the finished roof truss or wall frame.

5.6 Detailers should be recognised as suitably qualified persons to use the design tools provided in the production of roof trusses and wall frames.

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5.7 Detailers shall regularly attend upskilling training as and when required by the Employer to stay up to date with current trends, design changes, legislative changes or where deemed necessary by the Employer.

SECTION 6 - Building Consents and Customer Satisfaction

6.1 Roof trusses and wall frames must be manufactured in accordance with designs that comply with the New Zealand Building Code (NZBC).

6.2 An Applicant for a building consent must be provided with sufficient information to satisfy the BCA to confirm compliance.

6.3 Compliance may be specific engineering design, as is the case with roof trusses and some wall frames or the current NZS 3604 Timber Framed Buildings or as may be called up in NZBC Clause B1 Structure.

6.4 Details required for roof trusses for buildings falling within NZS3604 shall be in accordance with Section 10.2.2 including Figure 10.21, tables 10.14 and 10.15 (Refer Appendix 5 for extract from the Standard,)

6.5 FTMA recognises commercial pressures are constantly present within the sector but members will uphold the professionalism of the FTMA while going about their respective business/tendering processes.

6.6 Where changes from Approved building consent documentation occurs it is the stated policy of the FTMA that members facilitate the amendment process with complete and accurate replacement documents to the standard required by this Code of Practice, the current NZBC requirements or other lawful requirements of the Client and the BCA.

SECTION 7 - Ancillary Comment

7.1 Lintel and Beam Design

While it is not a requirement of the manufacturer, where they choose to do so, some may specify lintel or beam sizes on their truss layouts.

This may be to specify lintels and beams required to support point loads, or to specify an alternative product, material size or grade from that which appears on the architectural plans, or both.

COMMENT: FTMA promotes the idea that fabricators should form relationships with Building Consent Authorities (BCA’s). In doing so some may agree that information relating to jobs can be passed directly from fabricator to BCA by email or fax. However, such a relationship must not preclude the contractual relationship with the customer and information relating to a customer’s job should only be provided to a BCA with the customers consent.

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Notwithstanding the notification requirements of ‘Buildable for Consent’ and ‘As Built’ truss layout plans, specification of lintels as shown on truss layouts shall include: Size and grade of the lintel or beam Notification of the literature or software used to select the lintel or beam including the

version number or date the literature or software was produced Providing that the literature or software identified is widely used and readily available it is reasonable to expect that the literature would be available to any BCA as they check selection or undertake a peer review. It is not necessary to provide copies of individual charts or design certificates generated by software where such items are widely used and readily available in order to satisfy, on reasonable grounds, evidence of compliance with the NZBC. Acceptance of SED lintels as described above may need justification if required by the BCA

as not all software currently available may be acceptable due to design or operator competence.

NB Refer also to appendix A2.3 7.2 Liability

The FTMA, in offering recommendations herein accepts no responsibility whatsoever for the actions of members or others attempting to follow or implement those recommendations. It is the sole responsibility of members to ensure legislative and contractual requirements are met in all respects. Guidance given herein is intended to alert members and others to the general demand for performances to customers, Building Control Authorities and the law upon which each person is obligated to follow.

7.3 COP & Appendices This Code of Practice and its Appendices are intended to provide guidance to members to align with the Constitutional Rules and against which suitability for membership will be measured or disciplinary action considered.

7.4 Membership Applications The Executive will instruct the Secretary to formulate membership applications from time to time. The details required to be provided in pursuit of membership will reflect how the Applicant meets or intends to meet the matters outlined in this Code of Practice Sections 1 to 7 inclusive and as appropriate to the Applicants proposed membership status.

7.5 Merchandising The Association may develop merchandising logos and the like to represent membership of the Association for members to display as a mark of quality and industrial integrity. Where such merchandising is to be used, members shall first gain the approval of the Executive prior to its public display.

Appendices to follow.

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APPENDIX to SECTION 2

A 2.1 Fabricator Design and Manufacturing Statements shall be noted as being:

Issued by a named company, accredited as a fabricator by the nail plate manufacturer

Issued to the named company’s customer but also available for use by a BCA to assist in determining compliance with the NZ Building Code.

The statements shall include the name and position within the company of the person providing the statement.

Personal signatures are not required as the statements are being issued by a company.

A 2.2 Identification of Trusses On-Site

(Reference NZS 3604:2011 Clause 10.2.2.5 Appendix to Section 5)

A selection of trusses in a job lot manufactured by a fabricator shall carry identification labels or markings fitted during manufacture.

Identification shall be evident on the bottom chords of main rafter or girder trusses on a minimum of 6 trusses in a job lot, or on every truss where there are less than 6 trusses in the job lot. Identification text shall be a minimum of 10mm high and shall include:

The fabricator name

The nail-plate manufacturer’s name

The job /design reference name or number

A 2.3 Lintel and Beam Design

While it is not a requirement of the fabricator, where they choose to do so, some fabricators may specify lintel or beam sizes on their truss layouts.

This may be to specify lintels and beams required to support point loads, or to specify an alternative product, size or grade from that which appears on the architectural plans, or both.

Notwithstanding the notification requirements of ‘Buildable for Consent’ and ‘As Built’ truss layout plans, specification of lintels as shown on truss layouts shall include:

Size and grade of the lintel or beam

Notification of the literature or software used to select the lintel or beam including the version number or date the literature or software was produced

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Providing that the literature or software identified is widely used and readily available it is reasonable to expect that the literature would be available to any BCA should they wish to check selection or undertake a peer review.

It is not necessary to provide copies of individual charts or design certificates generated by software where such items are widely used and readily available in order to satisfy, on reasonable grounds, evidence of compliance with the NZBC.

A 2.4 Timber

Truss fabricators use a range of timber grades, sizes and species in fabrication. With the exception of timber treatment, the specification of the timber is covered by the Fabricator Design Statement.

The fabricator may choose to use higher grades.

Specification of timber treatment remains the responsibility of the “Design lead”.

Timber grades, sizes and treatment levels should be clearly identifiable in accordance with the appropriate standards and building regulations, for easy recognition by BCA inspectors, or other interested parties.

A 2.5 Associated/Resulting Items

Selection and/or specification of items are the responsibility of the Design lead.

In all cases design or specification of items should be carried out with consideration to the information provided by the ‘Buildable for consent’ truss layout prior to applying for building consent.

Any request for specification or clarification of these items should initially be directed to the Design lead.

A 2.6 Wind/Uplift Fixings

Although wind uplift fixings can be selected from NZS3604.2011 Alternative Solutions for these fixings are also available from nail-plate manufacturers.

Purlin fixings

Additional stud to top plate fixings

Additional lintel to trim stud fixings

Trim stud to top or bottom plate fixings

A 2.7 Floor Slab Thickening

Resulting point loads on internal walls where the downward load is higher than 10kN should be referred to the designer for further consideration.

Such loads are outside the scope of concrete slab on ground floors as defined in NZS3604.2011

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A 2.8 Roof Bracing

Roof truss bracing is covered under NZS3604:2011 and should be completed by the design lead as part of the entire building bracing. Should any member choose to consider an alternative design of roof bracing, it must be in accordance with 3604.2011 or a Chartered Professional Engineer approved alternative solution.

APPENDIX to SECTION 3 WORKPLACE SAFETY:

A 3.1 Introduction

It should be here recorded that it is not the intention or responsibility of the FTMA Board of Directors (BOD) to implement a formal Health and Safety policy into each of our Members’ individual plant operations.

The absolute requirement for a Health and Safety policy in each member’s plant is the requirements of legislation.

It should also be noted that the BOD accept no liability whatsoever for any FTMA member breaching Health &Safety law.

However, it should also be acknowledged by members that the BOD strongly recommends and encourages as of paramount importance, the need for all members to ensure their absolute compliance with Health and Safety legislation. With the introduction of the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 members will be required to review all existing safety policies for compliance or draft a fresh policy in order to achieve compliance.

Under the new Act terminology and responsibilities have changed and it is clear that responsibility rest with those within the Company that have ultimate control over the Company’s safety performance eg PCBU and Officers. All workers have a duty to ensure a safe workplace by reporting hazards, eliminating, isolating or minimising the risk.

A 3.2 WorkSafe NZ

The 2013 advent of WorkSafe NZ (WSNZ) as a separate and independent entity announced clear evidence of the importance the Government places on workplace safety. Previously this had been part of other Government Departments such as MBIE or DOL.

Since the inception of WSNZ, the focus on all aspects of H&S in the building and construction industry, in which manufacturing (e.g. frames and trusses) is included, has been much more on enforcement.

Working at Heights in the construction sector has been one of several safety issues that have become a major focus for WorkSafe NZ and it should be noted here that the danger of falls from any height is also a constant threat within our own manufacturing operations.

Airborne contaminants such as wood dust, Noise issues in the wood processing sector, and adequate guarding of saws and other machinery are just another three areas of ongoing focus from WSNZ that are relevant to our frame and truss sector. There are many others.

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There is huge potential for significant operational and financial consequence in the event of accidents in our members’ own factory workplaces, as well as possible risks associated with deliveries to building sites.

It is imperative that Members are able to clearly demonstrate they have taken all reasonable and practicable steps to ensure they provide a safe working environment for their employees, and any other individuals that may enter the workplace.

The Health & Safety information contained in this document does not constitute a detailed H&S policy, it is simply a set of recommendations designed to provide Members with the basic requirements of ensuring the safety of their employees in their workplace.

Members may choose to use the information provided as a base for their own individual H&S situation if they wish.

The standard practices listed herein will be what Members are checked on during any FTMA-facilitated plant audits.

A 3.3 FTMA Recommended Standards for Health and Safety in Employment

A 3.3.1 Health & Safety Policy

It is recommended that a standard H&S policy will require that -

A nominated person is appointed (suggested H&S Officer) to be responsible for all H&S matters.

All staff must be made aware of the policy and its written location.

A committee is appointed to deal with H&S, and a Code of conduct in the workplace implemented.

Regular H&S meetings must held with attendees recorded and all findings recorded

Induction on H&S is held for every new staff member

A 3.3.2 Personal Protective Equipment Clothing

It is recommended that all staff must wear the appropriate protective clothing and other equipment relative to their specific work environment.

A 3.3.3 Drug and Smoking Policy

It is recommended that the workplace operation should have a visibly advised policy applicable to smoking and drug use on the work site, with regular testing of the latter.

A 3.3.4 Safe Operating Procedures

It is recommended that the plant formulates Safe Operating Procedures for all daily operational activities, including machinery and fully implemented training plans

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A 3.3.5 First Aiders

It is recommended that selected staff undertake First Aid courses and then appointed as official site first aid wardens.

All other staff are to be made aware of the identity of site first-aid wardens.

A 3.3.6 Fire Extinguishers

It is recommended that appropriate Fire Extinguishers are placed in required positions in the workplace in accordance with an appropriately qualified organisation’s recommendations, (e.g FireWatch NZ Ltd or similar), they are regularly checked and inspections recorded, and all staff are made aware of their location on the premises.

A 3.3.7 Incidents It is recommended that all incidents are accurately recorded and investigations into the cause undertaken by the (H&S Officer) or his/her staff.

As a result of the investigations, any remedial issues found should be recorded and included in all future efforts to effect the well recognised mantra of –

Identify --- Eliminate --- Isolate --- Minimise

As a further result of the investigations, any observed other potential safety issues should be appropriately reported and dealt with.

As an outcome of any accidents, it is further recommended that a procedure relevant to ACC claims and any rehabilitation programme are created and implemented.

A 3.3.8 Safety Hazards It is recommended that the H&S committee facilitate regular inspections of the workplace and record the presence and position of any potential safety hazards and eliminate it or if that is not possible to advise staff and mitigate the risk it should be a feature of regular toolbox meetings. It should be recorded in an appropriate Hazard Register and located in a place to which all staff have access.

Toolbox meetings shall articulate safe operating procedures for the plant concerned and be held on a regular basis. Toolbox meetings shall incorporate worker participation and include, among other things;

Changes to Company procedures.

Identify new and review existing hazards

Develop and or review hazard controls.

Discuss incidents.

Enhance communications up and down the Company’s structure.

Develop and review work processes including the use and operation of

machinery.

Conduct short training sessions when appropriate including the use of

machinery.

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A 3.3.9 Electrical Equipment

It is recommended that all electrical tools and leads be regularly tested by a suitably qualified person and tagged or a record kept of all checks and test results.

A 3.3.10 Control of External Contractors:

It is recommended that all contractors visiting the workplace for any reason whatsoever are required to sign an on-site work permit, and that they are requested to undergo a training and induction programme before work commences.

A 3.3.11 Hazardous Substances and New Organisms (HSNO)

It is recommended that all member plants should have a written Register of Hazardous goods that is located on site within the workplace .

Storage areas for hazardous goods should be clearly identified and signposted.

Material Safety Data Sheets for all dangerous goods stored on site should be held, appropriately placed and be easily available and accessible to all staff

Note that recognised Hazardous Substance Types include the following –

Flammable Solids

Oxidising Substances

Toxic and Infectious Substances

Radioactive Substances

Corrosives

Miscellaneous

It is further recommended that appropriate spill kits are placed close to potential hazardous areas.

Refer to www.hazardoussubstance.co.nz and Products and Services

A 3.3.12 Company Vehicles

It is recommended that a written policy for staff’s use of company vehicles of all types is in place and has been shown and explained to the staff concerned

Further, it is recommended that staff are required to have the licence appropriate to the vehicle they are requested to use and or operate, and abide by all road codes where they use public roads.

Staff are also required to report to the H&S Officer any accidents they might be involved in, as well as reporting any examples of where they believe their Company vehicle might be considered unsafe.

http://www.hazardoussubstance.co.nz/

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In recognition that a company vehicle is for some staff, their everyday “place of work”, the H&S committee should ensure they have a Vehicle Check List available for all staff to use as and when they are using a company vehicle.

It is recommended that suitable Log Books are provided to staff to record any use of pooled vehicles.

It is suggested that the Human Resource Management should also maintain a photo-copy of all staff’s current driver licences on file.

The Human Resource Management committee are required to ensure that all company vehicles carry a first aid kit.

A 3.3.13 Forklift Vehicles

It is recommended that there should be available at every fork hoist vehicle, a pre-start inspection check list that is to be filled in every day before the vehicle is use.

It is recommended that there is a clear and written policy in place for the safety practices and procedures required when staff are loading and unloading trucks

There should also be a clear and written policy in place regarding anyone (staff or others) riding on fork lift vehicles at any time whatsoever

Further, staff are required to have the licence appropriate to the vehicle they are requested to use /operate, and abide by all road codes where they may be requested to use public roads

The company should ensure that all fork lift vehicles have clear and unrestricted Vision.

A 3.3.14 Emergency Situations It is recommended that there are Safety Wardens appointed to take charge of emergency situations.

Wardens shall be responsible for calling 111 if deemed necessary, and shall explain and control the procedures that staff are required to carry out, including the stated evacuation plan for assembly at a designated place on or off site.

There should be a written policy in place that is available via notice boards and the like, throughout the workplace, that outlines the emergency procedures stated above.

A 3.3.15 Visitors It is recommended that all visitors are required to sign in to a visitor- register at the point of entry to the site, then required again to sign out on exiting the premises

It is further recommended that all visitors are made aware of H&S requirements for the site, and advised of the need for them to wear appropriate PPE and/or high-visibility clothing and use designated walking lanes /areas if requested.

It is suggested that the plant may wish to provide a designated parking area for visitors to the site.

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A 3.3.16 Site Deliveries It is recommended that Safe Operating Procedures are established for all aspects of delivery activity, both inwards and outwards, including the safe and secure fastening of all loads.

It is recommended that extra care be exercised in the loading of over-width frames and/or trusses on to the truck deck, to ensure absolutely safe transportation to the building site.

It is also recommended that all lifting systems and other security material such as straps and slings are properly certified and regularly thereafter checked for compliance.

Cranes, Hiabs and trucks must be appropriately certified and Drivers and Operators appropriately licensed or certified. Lift plans must be in place.

It is recommended that extreme care is exercised on site when lifting any building materials to heights and placing on top of structures already in place.

All parties involved in this on-site activity are required to be knowledgeable about the weight of materials, be prepared to split crates if considered necessary, to ensure placed weight is not beyond the capacity of the structure on which it is placed, to safely hold the load.

It is suggested that all loads are checked for the need to have safety flags attached, and in the event that pilot vehicles are required for particular loads, these are recorded and properly managed.

APPENDIX to SECTION 4 QUALITY ASSURANCE:

MBIE have recently published in draft Guidance documents, pertinent reminders to the industry that–

Quality Assurance systems generally have the following attributes which are integrated into a document called a Quality Manual that includes -

A Quality Policy setting out the general quality based objectives of the organisation, the

broad allocation of quality-related responsibilities and the target level of the quality desired

Specific organisation structure and allocated responsibilities

Key Processes including control over purchasing and task allocation

Regular reviews or audits to ensure that the policies are being followed

Mechanisms to record quality problems and to analyse these and change processes, tasks

and materials as appropriate

Identification and control of critical materials, e.g. timber treatment and fasteners

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A 4.1 Introduction

Quality assurance is a wide-ranging concept that covers all matters that individually or collectively influence the quality of a product.

The objective of this Code of Practice content is to ensure that finished products are of the quality required for their intended use.

Quality Assurance therefore incorporates Good Manufacturing Practices.

The system of Quality Assurance appropriate for the manufacture of Frame and Truss products should ensure that:

A 4.1.1 FTMA members will only supply timber grades and timber treatments that meet the

appropriate industry standards.

A 4.1.2 Wall frames and roof truss products will be manufactured in accordance with the Design lead’s specifications and all relevant standards and regulations.

A 4.1.3 Production and quality control operations are clearly specified and safe Manufacturing Practices are adopted by all FTMA members.

A 4.1.4 Managerial responsibilities are clearly specified within an operational structure and agreed internal policies.

A 4.1.5 All of the necessary materials required to manufacture the finished frame and truss product are fit for purpose in accordance with the Nail Plate suppliers engineered software.

A 4.1.6 The finished product is correctly processed and checked, according to the internal defined quality control checking procedures.

A 4.1.7 Satisfactory arrangements are in place to ensure that the finished goods are packaged, identified, stored and handled to ensure that quality is maintained until delivery to site occurs

A 4.2 FTMA Checklist of Standards for Quality Assurance

Members are expected to comply with the following standards, and implement regular checking procedures -

A 4.2.1 Design software

Members should be able to demonstrate the use of current design software from an accredited Nail plate supplier. All FTMA members should ensure their detailers undertake the relevant Nail plate provider’s training programme to confirm their achieved competence in the use of the appropriate software.

A 4.2.2 Training

It is recommended that all FTMA members should support the BCITO training program for their manufacturing staff.

It is further recommended that comprehensive records of staff training participation are kept and maintained updated.

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A 4.2.3 Raw Material Inspection, Storage and Handling

Members are encouraged to have in place a raw material inspection programme that includes recording and adequately labelling timber grades, preservative treatments and accurate moisture content levels.

Particular attention should be paid to this where there are multiple timber grades and treatments in stock.

There should be an isolation procedure in place for goods that have been, at the time of receipt or during subsequent use, identified as being non-compliant with the specification ordered, or, (if applicable), as required under FSC regulations.

It is recommended there is recorded evidence of the above checking procedures having taken place on a regular basis.

The correct storage of all goods is important, but even more critically so in the case of timber, particularly if the timber is ordered, supplied, and intended to be used in the Kiln-Dried condition.

Packets of dry timber should be kept wrapped (as supplied) for as long as is practicable, and bulk stored in an appropriate building so they can be reasonably protected from adverse weather conditions.

It is recommended that after production is complete, all stacks of finished wall frames should be wrapped to form the best practicable coverage of the full stack for continued protection from the elements.

In all cases the packaging and wrapping should not impair the visibility of job identification labelling.

A 4.2.4 Plant and Equipment:

Calibration of all applicable machinery should be carried out on a regular basis and as instructed by the manufacturer’s specification and records of such calibration processes be kept and maintained updated.

All other equipment should be kept in safe and workable condition with regular maintenance schedules in place in alignment with the manufacturer’s specifications.

Accurate records of such maintenance are to be kept updated.

A 4.2.5 Finished Goods Inspection:

During all stages of manufacture, evidence of checking procedures to ensure that all materials complementary to the timber framing are of the required standard and deemed to be fit for purpose,

Members' QA systems and checking processes should also provide evidence that the correct grades and treatment levels of timber framing are used in each individual job to ensure the finished product is manufactured as detailed.

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At the completion of production, all due care and diligence is to be applied to the protective wrapping of the finished wall frames, so that they are able to properly withstand the elements prior to delivery to the job site.

Documentation to support regular inspections being carried out, should be readily available as and when required.

A 4.2.6 Storage

Finished manufactured goods are to be stacked and stored in such a way that the likelihood of distortion or damage prior to despatch is strictly limited.

Members must ensure that Fork-hoist drivers exercise all care and attention when moving wall frames (and trusses) around various locations in the yard.

A 4.2.7 Shipping

Finished goods are to be despatched using a carrier with the necessary equipment to prevent damage during transit to the job site, e.g, trucks fitted with Hiab cranes, or any other acceptable means of off-loading at the delivery destination.

While it is the ultimate responsibility of the truck driver to ensure the load is safely and securely stacked on his truck, it is recommended that members’ staff also checks and records this aspect of the process of the product leaving your yard.

APPENDIX to SECTION 5 NZS 3604 (2011) Section 10.2.2

10.2.2 Roof Trusses

This clause applies to timber nail-plated roof trusses.

10.2.2.1 Design and fabrication

Roof trusses shall be specific engineering design in accordance with B1VM1 and manufactured by an accredited fabricator. The truss design and construction is outside the scope of this Standard.

10.2.2.2 Maximum dimensions and spacing

Roof trusses shall comply with the following:

(a) The support span of a roof truss as given by figure 1.2(A) shall not exceed 12metres.

(b) The eaves overhang shall not exceed 750mm measured horizontally from the face of

the support.

(c) Truss spacing shall not exceed 900mm for heavy roofs or 1200mm for light roofs.

(d) The load bearing reaction of a roof truss, including a girder truss determined in

accordance with AS/NZS1170, shall not exceed 16kN in a downwards or upwards

direction and

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(e) Should snow load exceed 2kPa on the ground as required by section 15, SED is

required.

10.2.2.3 Drawings and Specifications

Roof truss layouts and fabricator statements shall be provided for all roof truss systems. These shall be location/site specific showing issue date and shall contain information relating to specific design as well as all necessary information to install the trusses in accordance with their specific design and shall include:

(a) A producer statement (Design) issued by a Chartered Professional Engineer verifying

the design software.

(b) A design statement issued by an accredited fabricator including the following

information:

(i) Identification of the timber grades used, as a minimum, are specified in

NZS3603 or AS/NZS 4357;

(ii) The truss job/design reference name or number;

(iii) The permanent actions (dead loads) ie cladding and ceiling materials;

(iv) The imposed actions (live loads) ie floor loads;

(v) The wind action;

(vi) The snow action. The snow at ground level;

(vii) The roof pitch;

(viii) The truss eaves overhang;

(ix) A list of trusses showing individual truss labels, spans and maximum spacing;

(x) A layout drawing showing truss labels and locating dimensions;

(xi) Identification of supporting structures ie load bearing walls;

(xii) Nomination and location of truss to truss and truss to supporting structure

fixings;

(xiii) Lateral support requirements, if any, for individual truss member stability;

(xiv) Notification and location of any load bearing reactions outside the scope of

10.2.2.2(d)

(c) A manufacturing statement issued by the fabricator identifying that the trusses have

been manufactured in accordance with the design statement and truss layout.

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10.2.2.4 Handling Transport and Erection

Handling, transport and installation procedures for roof trusses shall protect the trusses from damage.

10.2.2.5 Truss Identification

A selection of trusses in a job lot manufactured by a fabricator shall carry identification labels or markings fitted during manufacture. Identification shall be evident on the bottom chords of main rafter or girder trusses on a minimum of six trusses on a job lot, or on every truss where there are less than six trusses in a job lot. Identification text shall be a minimum of 10mm high and shall include:

(a) The Fabricator name;

(b) The nail-plate manufacture name;

(c) The truss job/design reference name or number.

10.2.2.6 Anchorage

The fixing for a roof truss at it support shall be given by the truss fabricator but not less than that required in tables 10.14 and 10.15 and Figure 10.21.

NB Figure 10.21 and tables 10.14 and 10.15 are not reproduced herein. Refer to the Standard.

10.2.2.7 Roof Truss Bracing

Roof truss bracing shall be in accordance with 10.3

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FRAME & TRUSS MANUFACTURERS' ASSOCIATION OF NEW ZEALAND INCORPORATED

APPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP

Effective 01 July 2017

MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES and FEE STRUCTURE: Please choose from the list below, the membership category that best fits with your business, and tick the box accordingly. Note: FTMA financial year runs 01 July to 30 June.

CORPORATE MEMBER: a) Is a Company or legal entity with financial responsibility for supplying primary design or components for the manufacture of wall frames and/or roof trusses.

$ 10,000.00

b) Is a Company or legal entity with financial responsibility for supplying associated components for the manufacture of wall frames and/or roof trusses.

$ 5,000.00

c) Is a Company or legal entity with financial responsibility for the administration or promotion of wall frames or roof trusses to the building industry, the approver, the designer or the consumer.

$ 2,000.00

d) Is a Company or legal entity with financial responsibility for holding the status of a Certified Fabricator and who may supply and/or manufacture wall frames and roof trusses.

$ 750.00

Subject to the ongoing and successful completion of the FTMA Code of Practice audit

MEMBER: Is an individual who may fabricate wall frames and roof trusses, and includes, but is not limited to supervisors, detailers, Licensed Building Practitioners, carpenters, general hands and such other persons as the Executive may from time to time approve.

$ by negotiation

INDUSTRY ASSOCIATE MEMBER: Is any person with an interest in the promotion, design, supply of components, manufacture, administration, use or quality assurance of the wall frame and roof truss sector of the industry.

$ 2,000.00

Please note: “All quoted fees are Exclusive of GST”

QUICK CHECK LIST : Please confirm your reasoning for the Membership category chosen.

Please confirm your Company/plant has Quality Manuals available for use by the appropriate staff responsible for overall quality control.

This should include the keeping of a register for Complaints, to record actions taken and settlement achieved.

These manuals and registers should be able to be audited by an independent third party if required.

Please confirm your Company/plant has a Health & Safety policy in place and that all H&S matters/issues are properly recorded.

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FRAME & TRUSS MANUFACTURERS' ASSOCIATION OF NEW ZEALAND INCORPORATED

APPLICANT DETAILS:

Company/Organisation Name:

Postal Address:

Physical Address:

Key Contact Person:

Position:

Phone: DDI:

Mobile::

Email:

Website:

Other:

APPLICATION: Please assess my/our application for the category of membership of the Frame and Truss Manufacturers’ Association of New Zealand Incorporated as selected above.

I/We do hereby agree to abide by the Rules of the FTMA NZ Inc., submit and adhere to the FTMA Code of Practice requirements as set out in that document, and agree to undergo formal plant audits as arranged by FTMA NZ from time to time.

Name of suitably authorised person to submit this application:

Position:

Signature:

Please return completed form to: FTMA New Zealand P O Box 618 Pukekohe 2340 or email: [email protected] Member Services Contractor: Ian McGregor 027 495 6182 [email protected]

mailto:[email protected]

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Documents

Frame & Truss Manufacturer s Association of New Zealand