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Association of Building Compliance

Established in 1998 the Association of Building Compliance (ABC) is the only IQP representative body in New Zealand. The ABCs membership includes Independently Qualified Persons (IQPs), Council Staff and Compliance Managers. The ABC provides members with support, information and training by industry experts in Building Compliance matters.

 

 

Membership

Members gain access to specialised industry training,
support, information and training by industry experts.

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Training

Regular specialised industry training for IQPs. Or get us to develop
customised training for you.

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Latest News

 

Potential Asbestos in Fire Doors – Industry Alert

News Published: 8th October 2025
Date: 7 October 2025
Source: Building Performance – MBIE

Summary:
Fire-retardant boards (FRBs) used in some fire doors supplied in Aotearoa New Zealand between 2021 and 2025 have tested positive fo…
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The Inside Word - September 2025

News Published: 19th September 2025
A Word from the ChairKia ora koutou,

I want to extend a warm welcome to our new members and express my thanks to our long‑standing members. Your commitment is the backbone of the Association of Build…
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The Inside Word - August 2025

News Published: 11th August 2025
A Word from the ChairKia ora koutou katoa, 

Last month the Association of Building Compliance (ABC) brought together building compliance professionals from across Aotearoa New Zealand for our most co…
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Joint NZ and Australian Standards Committee FP-003 - ABC Nomination

News Published: 19th July 2025
The Association has been asked to provide a nomination for a committee member to the Joint Australian and NZ Standards Committee, FP-003 Hand-Held Firefighting Equipment. This includes extinguishers, …
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Vocational Education Reform - Sprinkler and Alarm Technicians

News Published: 19th July 2025
Following the Cabinet announcement on April 24th, and subject to the legislation passing, Te Pūkenga’s work-based learning divisions, including their existing apprentices and trainees, will transfer t…
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Firefighting Equipment Thefts on the Rise again

News Published: 25th June 2025
Fire and Emergency NZ have issued a new notice on Firefighting Equipment thefts. Unfortunately, this is not the first time this has happened. Please read the notice here and be vigilant of your equipm…
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The Inside Word - June 2025

News Published: 24th June 2025
A Word from the ChairKia ora koutou katoa, 

Welcome to the June edition of the Association of Building Compliance (ABC) newsletter. I hope this finds you well.

Welcome New Members! A warm welcome to…
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Navigating Liability, Risk and Corporate Contrasts: Strategies for a Risk-Averse Era

News Published: 21st May 2025
In today’s dynamic regulatory and legal environment, companies face increasing scrutiny over contract compliance, liability exposure, and risk allocation—particularly when engaging with local councils…
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The Inside Word - April 2025

News Published: 29th April 2025
A Word from the ChairKia ora koutou katoa, 

As we quickly approach the mid-year mark, I want to take a moment to highlight some key happenings within our Association and the building compliance indus…
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