WHY JOIN
THE NZDAA?
The NZDAA is the voice of demolition and asbestos in New Zealand working closely with WorkSafe and other associated organisations to address the big issues impacting our industries.
By becoming a member of the NZDAA you will gain access to a network of professionals whose work and knowledge is shaping the demolition and asbestos industries on a national and global scale. Our members receive the latest information on regulations, industry best practices and training. We provide a number of opportunities for our members to meet, correspond and exchange knowledge relevant to the demolition and asbestos industries both online and face to face.
When a company or a consumer chooses an NZDAA member they should feel confident they are dealing with a professional who stands for best practice and adheres to all relevant regulations, approved Codes of Practices and the Health & Safety at Work Act 2015.
The NZDAA currently offers two levels of annual membership:
Full Member - NZD $1800 +GST
Companies conducting demolition and/or asbestos related work throughout New Zealand.
Associate Member - NZD $800 +GST
Individuals or companies with less than 5 employees conducting demolition and/or asbestos related work throughout New Zealand.
Our membership subscription period runs from 1st June til 31st May each year.
Stated fees are for the June 2025 to May 2026 period
Joining fees are adjusted in quarterly increments based on the period that applications are received.
If you would like to apply to become a member of the NZDAA please see the process below:
1. Download our Membership Application Form **
2. Email your completed application to nzdaa@nzdaa.com
3. All applications are sent to the Association Executive Board for assessment.
4. Once approved you will receive an invoice for your membership fee
5. You will then receive a Welcome Pack which will include your membership number and a Code of Conduct form that must be signed and returned in order to complete your application.
** Please refer to the description for Restricted and Unrestricted Demolition below when completing your application and use the appropriate selection.
Restricted Demolition
Restricted demolition within New Zealand involves medium to high risk activities directly related to restricted demolition operations.
Restricted Demolition Work includes:
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demolition of a structure under 3 storeys (or 15 metres – whichever is lowest) in height not requiring consent;
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demolition of a structure under 3 storeys (or 15 metres – whichever is lowest) that is not attached to another structure (excluding garages, sheds, lean-to’s and carports);
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internal demolition work of non-structural items in a structure of any height.
Unrestricted Demolition
Un-Restricted demolition operations within New Zealand involves high risk activities directly related to the demolition, dismantling or decommissioning of structures over 15 meters in height or those of a complex construction or hazardous environment.
Un-Restricted Demolition Work includes:
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demolition of a structure under 3 storeys (or 15m whichever is lowest) that has been deemed by engineering or other authority to be “high risk”
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demolition of a structure over 3 storeys (or 15 meters whichever is lowest) in height requiring consent
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demolition of a structure that is attached to another structure of any height requiring consent
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demolition of a structure listed as a heritage or character building requiring consent
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demolition of a structure spanning over water, roadway or railway line.
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demolition within a chemical, oil, or gas installation of a structure of any height
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demolition involving a tower crane
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demolition involving a mobile crane with a rated capacity of more than 100 tonnes
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demolition that has structural components that are pre-tensioned or post-tensioned
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demolition requiring floor propping
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demolition using explosives