Is it a claim and what policy should I be claiming under?

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This post was published on 19 May, 2016

If something goes wrong on site, you may be insured. Which policy applies will depend on what’s happened. Our infographic will help you decide.

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Written by Ben Rickard

Ben Rickard is the director of construction-focused risk advice and insurance firm Builtin Insurance Brokers. He is based in Tauranga and travels nationwide visiting customers, giving presentations and consulting on construction risk matters.

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