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Jun 29, 2015 Posted by Latham Australia

Non-traditional ways to promote your business

If you’re operating a small business or working as an independent contractor within the building and construction industry, it’s unlikely you’ll have the time or the specific resources needed to engage a full-scale, in-house marketing initiative.

Jun 4, 2015 Posted by Latham Australia

Are Cheap Safety Product Substitutes Really Worth It?

When it comes to a new construction project, your clients will typically have one goal that will supercede all others; for everything to be as cheap as possible, and for the whole project to be within - or dare we say it, under budget. As a result, contractors and tradies in the construction industr...

Jun 4, 2015 Posted by Latham Australia

5 small business tools you might not be using

The digital age has infiltrated all aspects of our lives — from the way we communicate, learn, entertain ourselves and in many cases, the way we work. You might think that — as a small business or private contractor who’s often away from the desk — that these smart small business apps don’t apply to...

Jun 4, 2015 Posted by Latham Australia

Managing your order schedule pre EOFY

The end of financial year can mark a traumatic time for any business - even the heavyweights who have teams of accountants on the case. But for small business owners in the building and construction industry, tax time can be particularly daunting.

May 1, 2015 Posted by Latham Australia

The world's tallest vertical garden is in Sydney

With so much focus now turned toward environmental impact and sustainable design in contemporary architecture, it's no surprise that vertical gardens and other urban green spaces have soared in popularity.

May 1, 2015 Posted by Latham Australia

Elements to consider when designing for large scale commercial & residential developments

Even the most well thought out residential design can present unforeseen safety concerns when it is adapted to a larger scale development. Scalability is a difficult thing to implement; often with a bigger focus placed on the overall design aesthetic. Here are some simple points to consider when des...

May 1, 2015 Posted by Latham Australia

When design meets engineering — a guide to genius

Creative genius is often perceived as a talent that only artists such as performers, painters or musicians possess. However, this kind of creative innovation and visionary thinking is evident in all sorts of disciplines, not just the arts ― from business and entrepreneurship to architecture and engi...

Apr 19, 2015 Posted by Latham Australia

Am I still responsible for WHS at work functions

In the past, we’ve examined the breadth of WHS obligations that you, as an employer, need to consider when it comes to protecting the employees and contractors in your care on the construction site. That said, many employers remain unsure about their responsibilities within the grey area of work-rel...

Mar 31, 2015 Posted by Latham Australia

How to ensure your business is compliant under the Fair Work Act

In it’s entirety, the Fair Work Act is a hefty and complex legal code — and one that can be difficult for employers (especially small businesses) to interpret. So without first obtaining a law degree, how can you be sure that your businesses is complying with best practice under the Commonwealth Gov...

Mar 7, 2015 Posted by Latham Australia

How safety stair tread nosings reduce litigation in Australia

Following in the perilous footsteps of America's litigious culture — where personal compensation injury claims seem prevalent — the Australian construction industry is becoming increasingly aware of the importance of pedestrian safety in public spaces.

Feb 20, 2015 Posted by Latham Australia

Why illuminated handrails aren’t just for hospitals, and the power of lit stair nosings

Traditionally considered a safety feature of hospitals and nursing homes, illuminated handrails, bump rails and wall protection systems present a number of contemporary applications in building design.

Feb 18, 2015 Posted by Latham Australia

How wall protection systems help to minimise damage, promote public safety and save money

Protective wall systems such as hand rails, bump rails, illuminated railing, corner guards and wall protection sheeting are designed to preserve the integrity and appearance of surfaces exposed to high traffic movement, where scuffing and damage to walls and corners is likely to occur.

Non-traditional ways to promote your business

Non-traditional ways to promote your business

Are Cheap Safety Product Substitutes Really Worth It?

5 small business tools you might not be using

Managing your order schedule pre EOFY

The world's tallest vertical garden is in Sydney

Elements to consider when designing for large scale commercial & residential developments

When design meets engineering — a guide to genius

Am I still responsible for WHS at work functions

How to ensure your business is compliant under the Fair Work Act

How safety stair tread nosings reduce litigation in Australia

Why illuminated handrails aren’t just for hospitals, and the power of lit stair nosings

How wall protection systems help to minimise damage, promote public safety and save money

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