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BIMSafe NZ Web Portal
This portal provides guidance articles and case studies for the integration of health and safety into BIM models for the construction industry in New Zealand.
This resource is continuously evolving, and we encourage you to contribute your expertise and experience. Your insights can help shape and expand this valuable knowledge base for the benefit of the entire New Zealand construction community.
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Guidance articles
Case studies
Court Theatre: Creating a culture of collaboration
DBC Building Services used Building Information Modelling (BIM) and advanced manufacturing techniques to improve safety and efficiency in the mechanical services installation for the Dunedin Outpatients Building. Using 3D modelling and direct-to-fabrication processes, the team significantly reduced on-site work at height, improved accuracy, and created a safer work environment.
Court Theatre: Pre-planning for safer work
DBC Building Services used Building Information Modelling (BIM) and advanced manufacturing techniques to improve safety and efficiency in the mechanical services installation for the Dunedin Outpatients Building. Using 3D modelling and direct-to-fabrication processes, the team significantly reduced on-site work at height, improved accuracy, and created a safer work environment.
Dunedin Hospital Outpatients Building: Subcontractor modelling and prefabrication
DBC Building Services used Building Information Modelling (BIM) and advanced manufacturing techniques to improve safety and efficiency in the mechanical services installation for the Dunedin Outpatients Building. Using 3D modelling and direct-to-fabrication processes, the team significantly reduced on-site work at height, improved accuracy, and created a safer work environment.
ACC Ōtepoti: Contractor methodology design and hazard ID
On the ACC Ōtepoti project, a 5.6-meter void existed below the service deck on the top floor. The use of Building Information Modelling (BIM) enabled the project team to identify and address potential health and safety hazards associated with wall construction and services installation onto this space. By using the 3D model to facilitate open communication among stakeholders, the team could thoroughly investigate and address potential risks and possible alternatives before construction began, leading to a safer and more efficient building process.
ACC Ōtepoti: Clash detection for safer services installation
On the ACC Ōtepoti project, the use of Building Information Modelling (BIM) and collaborative processes enabled the project team to focus on potential health and safety hazards that could occur during construction and installation of services, particularly in ceiling spaces. Working with a federated 3D model and facilitating open communication among stakeholders, including contractors and subcontractors, the team could thoroughly investigate and address potential risks before and during construction, creating a safer and more efficient work environment.
Helix Global: Prefabricated housing using BIM
Helix Global is pioneering New Zealand’s first fully off-site manufactured residential home. By leveraging Building Information Modelling (BIM) technology, the company has been able to address the unique challenges associated with prefabricated construction, transportation, and on-site assembly. The use of BIM has enabled Helix Global to enhance safety throughout the entire process, from factory manufacturing to final installation.
BIMSafe NZ is a three-year, $1.7m collaboration between the building industry and government
Our aim is to reduce accident and injury rates in New Zealand through greater understanding, communication and mitigation of risk.
