All of Aotearoa back to Level 1 - PREPARE
Update - 8th October
From 11:59pm Wednesday 7th October, all of New Zealand is back at Level 1.
At Alert Level 1, businesses are able to operate with no restrictions in place. But we still need to stay safe as there remains a risk of COVID-19 returning to the community - this means good hygiene practices, contact tracing and making sure workers stay home and seek advice if they have cold or flu symptoms.
Kia kaha, kia mārū, kia atawhai. Be strong, be calm, be kind.
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Back to Level 2 & 3
Update - 12 August 2020
From midday Wednesday the 12th of August, Auckland will be operating at level 3 while the rest of the country will be at level 2. One of the most important things you can do at this point is keep a record of anyone you come into contact with. Attached is the tracking template IR Group use to track our employee interactions with others. The CHASNZ level 2 requirements are also attached as a reminder. Meet and work remotely when you can, contact trace and stay safe.
Level 1 - RESULT!
Update - 09 June 2020
From midnight on Tuesday the 9th of June, New Zealand will be at level 1. Under level 1, there will no longer be the requirement for physical distancing protocols, manager checklist maintenance and precautions for vulnerable persons. Below is a link to the CHASNZ level 1 guidelines document.
Level 2 - Stay vigilant
Update - 12 May 2020
From Thursday 14th of May, the country will be operating at level 2. For construction sites, the changes from level 3 are relatively minor, with continued physical distancing, enhanced hygiene measures and high cleaning standards all to remain in place. It’s important to stay vigilant, keep contact tracking and ensure anyone feeling unwell remains at home and phones Healthline immediately if they have any potential COVID-19 symptoms. Attached are is the CHASNZ level 2 guidelines and IR Group Level 2 Protocol.
Construction to resume
Update - 22 April 2020
From Tuesday 28th of April, construction will be able to resume, including on school sites. There are restrictions on the way we will need to operate in the near future. It’s crucial contractors have a plan for working in a level 3 situation, and update their Site Specific Safety Plan (SSSP) to include measures and precautions aimed at reducing the spread of Covid-19.
We’ll be holding digital meetings with contractors and schools prior to re-establishing a physical presence on sites.
Take a look at the IR Group Covid-19 Level 3 Protocol document, which outlines the actions we’re taking. Feel free to use our contact tracking spreadsheet and any of the other documents on this page to help you safely re-establish your site. We’re always on the end of the phone or email so if you need a hand, just shout!
getting back to work
Update - 17 April 2020
With the recent announcement that New Zealand will move to Level 3 in the near future, it seems likely that we will be able to get back on to school sites to resume construction. IR Group will provide further information about this as it becomes available, but in the interim, we've included some resources below which should prove useful when thinking about re-establishing your presence on sites.
Let’s work together and kick the bastard for touch!
Update - 24 March 2020
With the country moving into Level 4 lock down, we’ll be doing our part to reduce the spread of the Covid-19 virus.
All IR Group employees are set up and working from home from Tuesday the 24th of March until further notice. We don’t expect any major reduction in our service and as usual, we’re always available via phone, email or video conferencing.
All site visits are obviously on hold and there will be delays where third-party providers are affected (e.g. building consents) but we’re here if you need us. Let’s work together and kick the bastard for touch!
Kia Haumaru
The IR Group Team