All Metal Roof Sheets are Not the Same Galvanic corrosion (also called bimetallic corrosion) is an electrochemical process in which one metal corrodes when it comes into contact with another metal that is of dissimilar type. The corrosion is caused…
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Responding to Black Water after a Catastrophic Weather Event
In the aftermath of Tropical Cyclone Debbie we were confronted with a number of concerning situations, none more so than the contamination of properties by water containing sewage, and homeowners who had stayed in the properties because they felt they…
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During the response to Tropical Cyclone Debbie we paid close attention to roof uplift. As you can imagine, an incorrect assessment of the roof could mean the difference between putting a new roof on when it is not required or…
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Electricity Safety Week promotes the importance of electrical safety in Queensland workplaces, with statewide events focused on young worker safety, safety leadership and culture and getting industry ready for the new Wiring Rules. The Electrical Safety Office is partnering with…
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Insurance claims – cooling off period General Insurance Code of Practice, section 4.5: Cooling off period for claims arising from a natural catastrophe or disaster. If the insurer (financial services provider or FSP) is a member of the General Insurance…
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The QBCC advised that the Spiral Spring Mixer Tap tapware purchased from Aldi in June showed potential of lead contamination. “Our initial test results show that there is a cause for concern, and that the tapware may cause lead contamination…
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