How to start a new project (New Zealand)
When starting a New Zealand project, you should first fill in all known information to do with the project at the ‘Project Data’ section. This will default the related fields every time you save a member saving you time. It’ll also assist in finding projects and ensuring you meet the standards.
To do this for all users:
- Ensure the correct country is selected
- Add a Job Number
- Enter a Job Description
- Set the Wind Loads (this is determined based on you’re the maximum m/sec of wind the house will experience)
- Set the Snow Load (this is based on NZ3604)
- Select correct option among the ‘Project Loads’ list
- Note: Numbers in brackets represent kg/m2
- Note BV means Brick Veneer, PB means Plasterboard, FC means Fiber Cement and WB means Weather Boards
- Note: Items with the same description but different weights are due to 70mm vs 90mm framing