At Dahlsens we understand workplace safety is critical to the set-up and smooth running of any construction site. Yet managing workplace safety can be complex and time consuming. Help is at hand with Codesafe CodeSafe is an innovative and multi-award winning smartphone app that simplifies workplace safety processes, improves compliance and bridges the gap between the office
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Everyone knows that “all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy” but when you run your own building business it can be difficult to take a break without worrying that your business will fall over in your absence. Here are five tips to help you take a real break from your building business,
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As a small business owner the management of your building business can quickly become stressful. The list of responsibilities seems to literally grow by the minute – business development, cashflow management, client and project deadlines are only the tip of the iceberg. Productivity specialist and Principal Consultant at Lingford Consulting, Geoff Prior explains, “the challenge
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When it comes to building materials, wood is both the oldest and the newest choice, evolving in use from the purely functional to the truly beautiful. Extracts from the recent Planet Ark report, Wood – Nature Inspired Design, explore some of the health and wellbeing benefits of exposure to this most ancient and modern material. Our
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It’s no secret that the construction industry can be a stressful workplace, and this is especially true when you’re running your own business. Long hours, tight deadlines, physical strain and risk of injury can all contribute to potential wear and tear on your mental health. Recent studies suggest that a slide in mental health can lead
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With the number of allergy sufferers on the rise in Australia, one of the most important considerations in building a healthy home is the elimination of dampness, mould and dust mites – and one of the biggest culprits in causing all these issues is condensation. Why can condensation be harmful to allergy sufferers? Condensation or
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The security of your construction site should be an important consideration when setting up every project. Not only can vandalism and theft threaten your bottom line, site security can help to meet occupational health and safety standards and keep both staff and the general public out of harm’s way. A build site is full of
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At Dahlsens we supply a range of Fire Rated Wall Solutions designed to satisfy the BCA’s Provisions for internal walls and shafts, external walls close to boundary properties and floors and roofs in multi-residential construction. Here’s our selection of the top Fire Rated Wall Solutions in our range: CSR Gyprock Shaft Liner Panel The Shaft Liner Panel is
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The health risks associated with the harsh Australian sun are a constant focus of public health campaigns and news headlines. A depleting ozone layer and consistently high UV index underscore the sun’s impact – it’s no surprise that Australia tops the list for incidence of skin cancer worldwide, with more than 750 000 people treated for the disease
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Australia has one of the harshest climates in the world. This means selecting the right wall wrap, roof sarking, insulation and ventilation directly impacts the comfort and durability of the homes you build. At Dahlsens we stay continually abreast of the latest approaches and products for effective climate control in built environments. Here’s our guide
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The drive for energy efficient buildings has resulted in higher levels of insulation in the roof space and walls, as well as reduced air leakage due to modern, energy-conscious building practices. While these new construction methods have delivered significant energy-savings, they have also dramatically changed the temperature and moisture balance within buildings, which has in
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Fire separating walls are proven to improve the overall fire safety of a building and are now a requirement for Australian construction projects. The required level of fire resistance for external walls near a boundary and walls that separate one occupancy from another are specified in the National Construction Code (NCC). These required levels are
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