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.
Latest News
The Inside Word - October/November 2025
News
Published: 30th October 2025
A Word from our Acting ChairTēnā koutou katoa (Greetings to you all)
As you may have noticed, I am not Laura Williams, nor am I trying/or willing to fill her boots – but Laura is off for a bit of a b…
A Word from our Acting ChairTēnā koutou katoa (Greetings to you all)
As you may have noticed, I am not Laura Williams, nor am I trying/or willing to fill her boots – but Laura is off for a bit of a b…
2025 NAPFU collective bargaining and industrial action
News
Published: 16th October 2025
On Friday, 17 October, members of the New Zealand Professional Firefighters Union (NZPFU) will be holding a one-hour work stoppage from 12:00pm to 1:00pm.
Please be aware this may impact your organis…
On Friday, 17 October, members of the New Zealand Professional Firefighters Union (NZPFU) will be holding a one-hour work stoppage from 12:00pm to 1:00pm.
Please be aware this may impact your organis…
PRODUCT RECALL - Trojan Developments Prox Rox
News
Published: 16th October 2025
A 'touch to exit' security switch is being recalled as it is "vulnerable to compromise" in some circumstances.
The Trojan Developments Prox Rex was sold over a four-year period.
Product Safety say t…
A 'touch to exit' security switch is being recalled as it is "vulnerable to compromise" in some circumstances.
The Trojan Developments Prox Rex was sold over a four-year period.
Product Safety say t…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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, …
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, …
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…
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…
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…
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…