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Join the NKBA and be part of New Zealand’s only association specifically for the kitchen and bathroom industry. Be part of a nationwide group who are committed to setting industry standards and helping the consumer have greater confidence when undertaking their home project. For more information, please download the application forms below.

The code of practice provides a set of standards that members agree to follow. The executive committee monitors members compliance to the code of practice.

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Membership Type*
Contact Email*
Name*
First Last
Industry/Tertiary/Study Qualifications
Postal Address*
Address Line 1 Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Business Address (if applicable)
Street Address Address Line 1 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Mobile*
Email*
Current Employment*
BCITO Training Advisor
Referred to NKBA by
Select Membership Region*
- Auckland
- Waikato
- Bay of Plenty
- Hawke’s Bay
- Taranaki
- Wellington & Central
- Top of the South
- Canterbury
- Southern
Undertaking by the applicant

I accept that completion of this form does not give rise to any rights of membership as approval to admit members is retained as a right of the Association.

I accept that an authorised NKBA member may visit and inspect our business as part of the application process (if applicable).

I understand that membership does not take effect until all application requirements have been met and membership is approved.

I understand the importance of participating in NKBA events and undertake, when possible, to attend Chapter Meetings and the Annual Conference/AGM.

I understand that the NKBA logo cannot be used by Student Members.

I have read the NKBA ‘Code of Practice’ and agree to abide by it.

I agree to receive NKBA electronic newsletters or mail-outs.

I understand there is no membership fee for the first year of being a Student member. The membership will rollover and subscription due by individual. Once the qualification is achieved, National A Designer membership may be applied for. Student membership will support application.

Privacy Act: The above information is required to consider your membership application for NKBA. Your signature on this application form also gives NKBA consent to circulate your contact details to NKBA members and publications.
By ticking this box you are confirming that you agree to the terms and conditions stated above.*
- I agree
Name*
First Last
Date*
DD slash MM slash YYYY
Code of Practice

Aims

To maintain and enhance the reputation and good name of the Association and its members. To foster properly regulated competitive trading by and between members of the Association, which will best serve the public interest, and the well-being of the kitchen and bathroom industry.
To establish a framework whereby complaints by customers may be resolved by mediation, arbitration or adjudication when disputes cannot be settled directly between members and their customers.
To ensure that the public interest shall predominate in all considerations of competitive trading between members.
To encourage the growth and development of the kitchen industry consistently with the above aims.

Observance of Spirit of Code of Practice

Members shall act according to the aims of this Code of Practice. The specific provisions contained in this Code of Practice shall not be deemed to be comprehensive in expressing those aims. Members shall observe not only the letter but also the spirit of this Code of Practice and shall familiarize themselves and their staff with all the provisions of this Code of Practice.

Active Involvement
Attainment of high standards of workmanship and good conduct are requisites of NKBA membership. Consequently, retaining and the furtherance of knowledge and developments taking place in the industry, together with a reasonable level of active involvement in the Association activities, are expected of members.

Standard of Service and Costs

One of the prime objectives of the Association is to present both itself and its members to the public as responsible and reputable businesses operating in the kitchen and bathroom industry. Therefore, it is the responsibility of each member to ensure that work is carried out at a cost which is fair and reasonable to customers and to a high quality of workmanship. Members are required to guarantee all work in accordance with the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 or amending legislation.

Publicity

A member shall not make any statement or comment to the media which represents that member as being an agent or spokesperson for the Association. Any comment, statement or representation affecting the Association is to be sanctioned or cleared through the Executive Committee of the Association or its President prior to such comment, statement or representation being made.

Representations

All claims, descriptions and advertisements as to products, services and Association membership shall be legal, honest and truthful and comply with existing legislation and with the letter and spirit of the codes and standards set by the Advertising Standards Authority and the Broadcasting Standards Authority.

Cost Estimates

Members shall, where appropriate, offer customers a written estimate of the cost of the intended work. Members should also obtain the customer's express permission to any substantial increase in an agreed estimate. The method of payment required shall be notified to the customer before work is started.

Time Estimates

Members should, where possible give an estimate of the time required for the work to be carried out and shall make every effort to inform the customer if this time estimate cannot be met.

Warranty

Members shall provide a guarantee (which shall not detract from a customer's rights at law) to exchange or repair any defective product by reason of defective material or workmanship, within the warranty period set out in each quotation for goods and services. The warranty shall be limited to repair of any product that has not been abused in any way or damaged by fair wear and tear, neglect, improper use or failure to maintain in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. All work undertaken in relation to warranty repair or replacement shall be performed expeditiously and with reasonable care and skill and to the customer's reasonable satisfaction.

Complaints

All members should maintain a complaints book from which an analysis of complaints about activities covered by this Code of Practice can be obtained. Members should take action based on this information to improve their service to their customers.

Enforcement

The constitution of the Association contains provision for the enforcement of this Code of Practice by the Association's Executive Committee in accordance with a formal procedure established by that Committee. In the event that a member's behaviour towards a customer is found to have fallen below the standard set by this Code of Practice, the penalties which may be imposed are reprimand or termination of membership of the Association, subject to consideration of any formal submissions by the member concerned that a penalty should not be imposed. Any penalties imposed and the reasons therefore may be published in an Association journal or newsletter.

Disputes

Members are required to comply with the Association's established dispute resolution procedure, which may include submitting to mediation or arbitration or adjudication proceedings. Should a dispute arise and there is a finding in favour of a customer through the Association's disputes procedure, or by a finding or an award of the appointed arbitrator or adjudicator, then the member involved will be expected to promptly rectify the complaint according to the requirements and findings of the case.

Association Logo

NKBA membership bestows upon a member the privilege of using the Association's distinctive logo. The logo is the intellectual property of the Association and consequently its use and display can only be in accordance with prescribed guidelines or otherwise with the approval of the Association. Improper or unauthorised use may bring the Association into disrepute and may mislead the public in breach of the Fair Trading Act 1986. The Association seeks to ensure that its style and status should be enjoyed only by those members who continue to meet its criteria and will take action, where necessary, to defend the interests of its members.

Amendment

This Code of Practice may be altered, added to or amended from time to time by resolution passed by a majority of members of the Executive Committee of the Association.

We/I have read this Code of Practice and agree to abide by the aims and rules contained herein:
Date*
DD slash MM slash YYYY
Name*
First Last
Name*
First Last
Industry Qualifications
Full Registered Company Name*
Postal Address*
Address Line 1 Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Business/Studio Address*
Address Line 1 Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Business Phone*
Mobile
Fax
Date business established*
MM slash DD slash YYYY
Email*
Accounts Email*
Web Address
Number of employees*
Names of Directors / Owner / Manager (please specify) and years in industry
Criminal Convictions / Bankruptcy (please specify)
Please attach Plans and Specification Schedules from three recent jobs.
Max. file size: 250 MB.
Description of the services you provide*
Client References

Name of Reference (3 references required). These are to be a Joiner, a Builder and a Client:
Company Name*
Name*
First Last
Phone*
Company Name*
Name*
First Last
Phone*
Company Name*
Name*
First Last
Phone*
Referred to NKBA by
Membership Category – please select (NB: Prices exclude GST)*
Click here to see membership descriptions
Select Membership Region*
- Auckland
- Waikato
- Bay of Plenty
- Hawke’s Bay
- Taranaki
- Wellington & Central
- Top of the South
- Canterbury
- Southern
NKBA Industry segments: Please select 1 - 3 categories that best represent your business*
- Designer
- Designer - Qualified
- Designer / Manufacturer
- Designer / Retailer
- Associate
Undertaking by the applicant

I accept that completion of this form does not give rise to any rights of membership as approval to admit members is retained as a right of the Association.

I accept that an authorised NKBA member may visit and inspect our business as part of the application process (if applicable).

I agree to pay the Joining Fee and relevant Subscription and to pay subsequent Annual Subscriptions as determined by the membership at the Annual General Meeting. Fees are to be paid within 30 days of invoice.

I understand that memberships rollover annually and I will be invoiced accordingly. It is my responsibility to notify NKBA if I wish to terminate my membership. I am aware that I will be billed for any months of membership received in advance of my termination.

I understand that membership does not take effect until all application requirements have been met and membership is approved.

I understand the importance of participating in NKBA events and undertake, when possible, to attend Chapter Meetings and the Annual Conference/AGM.

I understand that the NKBA logo can only be used by NKBA Financial Members.

I have read the NKBA ‘Code of Practice’ and agree to abide by it.

I agree to abide by the Associations current constitution, which is available to Financial Members at the NKBA registered office or upon request.

I agree to receive NKBA electronic newsletters or mail-outs.

Privacy Act: The above information is required to consider your membership application for NKBA. Your signature on this application form also gives NKBA consent to circulate your contact details to NKBA members and publications.
By ticking this box you are confirming that you agree to the terms and conditions stated above.*
- I agree
Name*
First Last
Date*
DD slash MM slash YYYY
Code of Practice

Aims

To maintain and enhance the reputation and good name of the Association and its members. To foster properly regulated competitive trading by and between members of the Association, which will best serve the public interest, and the well-being of the kitchen and bathroom industry.
To establish a framework whereby complaints by customers may be resolved by mediation, arbitration or adjudication when disputes cannot be settled directly between members and their customers.
To ensure that the public interest shall predominate in all considerations of competitive trading between members.
To encourage the growth and development of the kitchen industry consistently with the above aims.

Observance of Spirit of Code of Practice

Members shall act according to the aims of this Code of Practice. The specific provisions contained in this Code of Practice shall not be deemed to be comprehensive in expressing those aims. Members shall observe not only the letter but also the spirit of this Code of Practice and shall familiarize themselves and their staff with all the provisions of this Code of Practice.

Active Involvement
Attainment of high standards of workmanship and good conduct are requisites of NKBA membership. Consequently, retaining and the furtherance of knowledge and developments taking place in the industry, together with a reasonable level of active involvement in the Association activities, are expected of members.

Standard of Service and Costs

One of the prime objectives of the Association is to present both itself and its members to the public as responsible and reputable businesses operating in the kitchen and bathroom industry. Therefore, it is the responsibility of each member to ensure that work is carried out at a cost which is fair and reasonable to customers and to a high quality of workmanship. Members are required to guarantee all work in accordance with the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 or amending legislation.

Publicity

A member shall not make any statement or comment to the media which represents that member as being an agent or spokesperson for the Association. Any comment, statement or representation affecting the Association is to be sanctioned or cleared through the Executive Committee of the Association or its President prior to such comment, statement or representation being made.

Representations

All claims, descriptions and advertisements as to products, services and Association membership shall be legal, honest and truthful and comply with existing legislation and with the letter and spirit of the codes and standards set by the Advertising Standards Authority and the Broadcasting Standards Authority.

Cost Estimates

Members shall, where appropriate, offer customers a written estimate of the cost of the intended work. Members should also obtain the customer's express permission to any substantial increase in an agreed estimate. The method of payment required shall be notified to the customer before work is started.

Time Estimates

Members should, where possible give an estimate of the time required for the work to be carried out and shall make every effort to inform the customer if this time estimate cannot be met.

Warranty

Members shall provide a guarantee (which shall not detract from a customer's rights at law) to exchange or repair any defective product by reason of defective material or workmanship, within the warranty period set out in each quotation for goods and services. The warranty shall be limited to repair of any product that has not been abused in any way or damaged by fair wear and tear, neglect, improper use or failure to maintain in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. All work undertaken in relation to warranty repair or replacement shall be performed expeditiously and with reasonable care and skill and to the customer's reasonable satisfaction.

Complaints

All members should maintain a complaints book from which an analysis of complaints about activities covered by this Code of Practice can be obtained. Members should take action based on this information to improve their service to their customers.

Enforcement

The constitution of the Association contains provision for the enforcement of this Code of Practice by the Association's Executive Committee in accordance with a formal procedure established by that Committee. In the event that a member's behaviour towards a customer is found to have fallen below the standard set by this Code of Practice, the penalties which may be imposed are reprimand and/or a fine or termination of membership of the Association, subject to consideration of any formal submissions by the member concerned that a penalty should not be imposed. Any penalties imposed and the reasons therefore may be published in an Association journal or newsletter.

Disputes

Members are required to comply with the Association's established dispute resolution procedure, which may include submitting to mediation or arbitration or adjudication proceedings. Should a dispute arise and there is a finding in favour of a customer through the Association's disputes procedure, or by a finding or an award of the appointed arbitrator or adjudicator, then the member involved will be expected to promptly rectify the complaint according to the requirements and findings of the case.

Association Logo

NKBA membership bestows upon a member the privilege of using the Association's distinctive logo. The logo is the intellectual property of the Association and consequently its use and display can only be in accordance with prescribed guidelines or otherwise with the approval of the Association. Improper or unauthorised use may bring the Association into disrepute and may mislead the public in breach of the Fair Trading Act 1986. The Association seeks to ensure that its style and status should be enjoyed only by those members who continue to meet its criteria and will take action, where necessary, to defend the interests of its members.

Amendment

This Code of Practice may be altered, added to or amended from time to time by resolution passed by a majority of members of the Executive Committee of the Association.

We/I have read this Code of Practice and agree to abide by the aims and rules contained herein:
Name*
First Last
Company*
Date*
DD slash MM slash YYYY
Name*
First Last
Industry Qualifications
Full Registered Company Name*
Postal Address*
Address Line 1 Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Business Address*
Address Line 1 Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Business Phone*
Mobile
Fax
Date business established*
MM slash DD slash YYYY
Email*
Accounts Email*
Web Address
Number of employees*
Names of Directors / Owner / Manager (please specify) and years in industry*
Criminal Convictions / Bankruptcy (please specify)
Please attach copies of your warranties/guarantees provided to clients.
Max. file size: 250 MB.
Full Description of Type of Work Manufactured*
Trade References

Name of Reference (3 references required):
Company Name*
Name*
First Last
Phone*
Company Name*
Name*
First Last
Phone*
Company Name*
Name*
First Last
Phone*
Referred to NKBA by
Membership Category – please select (NB: Prices exclude GST)*
Click here to see membership descriptions
If 'Link', state which association you a member of
Select Membership Region*
- Auckland
- Waikato
- Bay of Plenty
- Hawke’s Bay
- Taranaki
- Wellington & Central
- Top of the South
- Canterbury
- Southern
- National
– if selecting National, please also select the chapter where your head office is located.
Please select which category best represents your business*
- Manufacturer
- Benchtop Fabricator
Undertaking by the applicant

I accept that completion of this form does not give rise to any rights of membership as approval to admit members is retained as a right of the Association.

I accept that an authorised NKBA member may visit and inspect our business as part of the application process (if applicable).

I agree to pay the Joining Fee and relevant Subscription and to pay subsequent Annual Subscriptions as determined by the membership at the Annual General Meeting. Fees are to be paid within 30 days of invoice.

I understand that memberships rollover annually and I will be invoiced accordingly. It is my responsibility to notify NKBA if I wish to terminate my membership. I am aware that I will be billed for any months of membership received in advance of my termination.

I understand that membership does not take effect until all application requirements have been met and membership is approved.

I understand the importance of participating in NKBA events and undertake, when possible, to attend Chapter Meetings and the Annual Conference/AGM.

I understand that the NKBA logo can only be used by NKBA Financial Members.

I have read the NKBA ‘Code of Practice’ and agree to abide by it.

I agree to abide by the Associations current constitution, which is available to Financial Members at the NKBA registered office or upon request.

I agree to receive NKBA electronic newsletters or mail-outs.

Privacy Act: The above information is required to consider your membership application for NKBA. Your signature on this application form also gives NKBA consent to circulate your contact details to NKBA members and publications.
By ticking this box you are confirming that you agree to the terms and conditions stated above.*
- I agree
Name*
First Last
Date*
DD slash MM slash YYYY
Code of Practice

Aims

To maintain and enhance the reputation and good name of the Association and its members. To foster properly regulated competitive trading by and between members of the Association, which will best serve the public interest, and the well-being of the kitchen and bathroom industry.
To establish a framework whereby complaints by customers may be resolved by mediation, arbitration or adjudication when disputes cannot be settled directly between members and their customers.
To ensure that the public interest shall predominate in all considerations of competitive trading between members.
To encourage the growth and development of the kitchen industry consistently with the above aims.

Observance of Spirit of Code of Practice

Members shall act according to the aims of this Code of Practice. The specific provisions contained in this Code of Practice shall not be deemed to be comprehensive in expressing those aims. Members shall observe not only the letter but also the spirit of this Code of Practice and shall familiarize themselves and their staff with all the provisions of this Code of Practice.

Active Involvement
Attainment of high standards of workmanship and good conduct are requisites of NKBA membership. Consequently, retaining and the furtherance of knowledge and developments taking place in the industry, together with a reasonable level of active involvement in the Association activities, are expected of members.

Standard of Service and Costs

One of the prime objectives of the Association is to present both itself and its members to the public as responsible and reputable businesses operating in the kitchen and bathroom industry. Therefore, it is the responsibility of each member to ensure that work is carried out at a cost which is fair and reasonable to customers and to a high quality of workmanship. Members are required to guarantee all work in accordance with the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 or amending legislation.

Publicity

A member shall not make any statement or comment to the media which represents that member as being an agent or spokesperson for the Association. Any comment, statement or representation affecting the Association is to be sanctioned or cleared through the Executive Committee of the Association or its President prior to such comment, statement or representation being made.

Representations

All claims, descriptions and advertisements as to products, services and Association membership shall be legal, honest and truthful and comply with existing legislation and with the letter and spirit of the codes and standards set by the Advertising Standards Authority and the Broadcasting Standards Authority.

Cost Estimates

Members shall, where appropriate, offer customers a written estimate of the cost of the intended work. Members should also obtain the customer's express permission to any substantial increase in an agreed estimate. The method of payment required shall be notified to the customer before work is started.

Time Estimates

Members should, where possible give an estimate of the time required for the work to be carried out and shall make every effort to inform the customer if this time estimate cannot be met.

Warranty

Members shall provide a guarantee (which shall not detract from a customer's rights at law) to exchange or repair any defective product by reason of defective material or workmanship, within the warranty period set out in each quotation for goods and services. The warranty shall be limited to repair of any product that has not been abused in any way or damaged by fair wear and tear, neglect, improper use or failure to maintain in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. All work undertaken in relation to warranty repair or replacement shall be performed expeditiously and with reasonable care and skill and to the customer's reasonable satisfaction.

Complaints

All members should maintain a complaints book from which an analysis of complaints about activities covered by this Code of Practice can be obtained. Members should take action based on this information to improve their service to their customers.

Enforcement

The constitution of the Association contains provision for the enforcement of this Code of Practice by the Association's Executive Committee in accordance with a formal procedure established by that Committee. In the event that a member's behaviour towards a customer is found to have fallen below the standard set by this Code of Practice, the penalties which may be imposed are reprimand and/or a fine or termination of membership of the Association, subject to consideration of any formal submissions by the member concerned that a penalty should not be imposed. Any penalties imposed and the reasons therefore may be published in an Association journal or newsletter.

Disputes

Members are required to comply with the Association's established dispute resolution procedure, which may include submitting to mediation or arbitration or adjudication proceedings. Should a dispute arise and there is a finding in favour of a customer through the Association's disputes procedure, or by a finding or an award of the appointed arbitrator or adjudicator, then the member involved will be expected to promptly rectify the complaint according to the requirements and findings of the case.

Association Logo

NKBA membership bestows upon a member the privilege of using the Association's distinctive logo. The logo is the intellectual property of the Association and consequently its use and display can only be in accordance with prescribed guidelines or otherwise with the approval of the Association. Improper or unauthorised use may bring the Association into disrepute and may mislead the public in breach of the Fair Trading Act 1986. The Association seeks to ensure that its style and status should be enjoyed only by those members who continue to meet its criteria and will take action, where necessary, to defend the interests of its members.

Amendment

This Code of Practice may be altered, added to or amended from time to time by resolution passed by a majority of members of the Executive Committee of the Association.

We/I have read this Code of Practice and agree to abide by the aims and rules contained herein:
Name*
First Last
Company*
Date*
DD slash MM slash YYYY
Name*
First Last
Industry Qualifications
Full Registered Company Name*
Postal Address*
Address Line 1 Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Business Address*
Address Line 1 Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Business Phone*
Mobile
Fax
Date business established*
MM slash DD slash YYYY
Email*
Accounts Email*
Web Address
Number of employees*
Names of Directors / Owner / Manager (please specify) and years in industry*
Criminal Convictions / Bankruptcy (please specify)
Please attach copies of your warranties/guarantees provided to clients.
Max. file size: 250 MB.
Full Description of Products Supplied / Products Displayed at Retail Premises*
Guarantees / Warranties: Please attach copies of product brochures and associated Warranties / Guarantees or provide link to your website showing this.
Max. file size: 250 MB.
Trade References

Name of Reference (3 references required):
Company Name*
Name*
First Last
Phone*
Company Name*
Name*
First Last
Phone*
Company Name*
Name*
First Last
Phone*
Referred to NKBA by
Membership Category – please select (NB: Prices exclude GST)*
Click here to see membership descriptions
Select Membership Region*
- Auckland
- Waikato
- Bay of Plenty
- Hawke’s Bay
- Taranaki
- Wellington & Central
- Top of the South
- Canterbury
- Southern
- National
– if selecting National, please also select the chapter where your head office is located.
NKBA Industry segments: Please select which category best represents your business*
- Retailer
- Associated Trades & Services (installers, plumbers, electricians, quantity surveyors, lighting consultants)
- Industry Supplier
Undertaking by the applicant

I accept that completion of this form does not give rise to any rights of membership as approval to admit members is retained as a right of the Association.

I accept that an authorised NKBA member may visit and inspect our business as part of the application process (if applicable).

I agree to pay the Joining Fee and relevant Subscription and to pay subsequent Annual Subscriptions as determined by the membership at the Annual General Meeting. Fees are to be paid within 30 days of invoice.

I understand that memberships rollover annually and I will be invoiced accordingly. It is my responsibility to notify NKBA if I wish to terminate my membership. I am aware that I will be billed for any months of membership received in advance of my termination.

I understand that membership does not take effect until all application requirements have been met and membership is approved.

I understand the importance of participating in NKBA events and undertake, when possible, to attend Chapter Meetings and the Annual Conference/AGM.

I understand that the NKBA logo can only be used by NKBA Financial Members.

I have read the NKBA ‘Code of Practice’ and agree to abide by it.

I agree to abide by the Associations current constitution, which is available to Financial Members at the NKBA registered office or upon request.

I agree to receive NKBA electronic newsletters or mail-outs.

Privacy Act: The above information is required to consider your membership application for NKBA. Your signature on this application form also gives NKBA consent to circulate your contact details to NKBA members and publications.
By ticking this box you are confirming that you agree to the terms and conditions stated above.*
- I agree
Name*
First Last
Date*
DD slash MM slash YYYY
Code of Practice

Aims

To maintain and enhance the reputation and good name of the Association and its members. To foster properly regulated competitive trading by and between members of the Association, which will best serve the public interest, and the well-being of the kitchen and bathroom industry.
To establish a framework whereby complaints by customers may be resolved by mediation, arbitration or adjudication when disputes cannot be settled directly between members and their customers.
To ensure that the public interest shall predominate in all considerations of competitive trading between members.
To encourage the growth and development of the kitchen industry consistently with the above aims.

Observance of Spirit of Code of Practice

Members shall act according to the aims of this Code of Practice. The specific provisions contained in this Code of Practice shall not be deemed to be comprehensive in expressing those aims. Members shall observe not only the letter but also the spirit of this Code of Practice and shall familiarize themselves and their staff with all the provisions of this Code of Practice.

Active Involvement
Attainment of high standards of workmanship and good conduct are requisites of NKBA membership. Consequently, retaining and the furtherance of knowledge and developments taking place in the industry, together with a reasonable level of active involvement in the Association activities, are expected of members.

Standard of Service and Costs

One of the prime objectives of the Association is to present both itself and its members to the public as responsible and reputable businesses operating in the kitchen and bathroom industry. Therefore, it is the responsibility of each member to ensure that work is carried out at a cost which is fair and reasonable to customers and to a high quality of workmanship. Members are required to guarantee all work in accordance with the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 or amending legislation.

Publicity

A member shall not make any statement or comment to the media which represents that member as being an agent or spokesperson for the Association. Any comment, statement or representation affecting the Association is to be sanctioned or cleared through the Executive Committee of the Association or its President prior to such comment, statement or representation being made.

Representations

All claims, descriptions and advertisements as to products, services and Association membership shall be legal, honest and truthful and comply with existing legislation and with the letter and spirit of the codes and standards set by the Advertising Standards Authority and the Broadcasting Standards Authority.

Cost Estimates

Members shall, where appropriate, offer customers a written estimate of the cost of the intended work. Members should also obtain the customer's express permission to any substantial increase in an agreed estimate. The method of payment required shall be notified to the customer before work is started.

Time Estimates

Members should, where possible give an estimate of the time required for the work to be carried out and shall make every effort to inform the customer if this time estimate cannot be met.

Warranty

Members shall provide a guarantee (which shall not detract from a customer's rights at law) to exchange or repair any defective product by reason of defective material or workmanship, within the warranty period set out in each quotation for goods and services. The warranty shall be limited to repair of any product that has not been abused in any way or damaged by fair wear and tear, neglect, improper use or failure to maintain in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. All work undertaken in relation to warranty repair or replacement shall be performed expeditiously and with reasonable care and skill and to the customer's reasonable satisfaction.

Complaints

All members should maintain a complaints book from which an analysis of complaints about activities covered by this Code of Practice can be obtained. Members should take action based on this information to improve their service to their customers.

Enforcement

The constitution of the Association contains provision for the enforcement of this Code of Practice by the Association's Executive Committee in accordance with a formal procedure established by that Committee. In the event that a member's behaviour towards a customer is found to have fallen below the standard set by this Code of Practice, the penalties which may be imposed are reprimand or termination of membership of the Association, subject to consideration of any formal submissions by the member concerned that a penalty should not be imposed. Any penalties imposed and the reasons therefore may be published in an Association journal or newsletter.

Disputes

Members are required to comply with the Association's established dispute resolution procedure, which may include submitting to mediation or arbitration or adjudication proceedings. Should a dispute arise and there is a finding in favour of a customer through the Association's disputes procedure, or by a finding or an award of the appointed arbitrator or adjudicator, then the member involved will be expected to promptly rectify the complaint according to the requirements and findings of the case.

Association Logo

NKBA membership bestows upon a member the privilege of using the Association's distinctive logo. The logo is the intellectual property of the Association and consequently its use and display can only be in accordance with prescribed guidelines or otherwise with the approval of the Association. Improper or unauthorised use may bring the Association into disrepute and may mislead the public in breach of the Fair Trading Act 1986. The Association seeks to ensure that its style and status should be enjoyed only by those members who continue to meet its criteria and will take action, where necessary, to defend the interests of its members.

Amendment

This Code of Practice may be altered, added to or amended from time to time by resolution passed by a majority of members of the Executive Committee of the Association.

We/I have read this Code of Practice and agree to abide by the aims and rules contained herein:
Name*
First Last
Company*
Date*
DD slash MM slash YYYY
Application Fee

A $57.50 (GST Incl) Application Fee must accompany your application. You will be taken to a payment screen upon submission of this form.
Product Name*
Price:
Total
$ 0.00
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Max. file size: 250 MB.

Designer Membership Application

National Membership A

Membership Description

This membership applies to a sole trader or company – It does not include branches or franchises. Company may or may not have employees.

National Membership (A) does not entitle access to the membership database

Membership Benefits

NKBA membership website listing
Membership at one regional chapter (Cannot be a member of more than one chapter)
One vote nationally
One vote at your regional chapter
Entitlement to utilise the NKBA brand
Membership includes 1 X subsidised CDS membership
Membership includes entitlement for the National Member or employees there of (but not contractors of) to enter the NKBA Kitchen and Bathroom awards.

Associate Membership

Membership Description

A person or company in an associated industry, such as interior designer, architect, architectural designer. They need not necessarily be a member of DINZ, ADNZ, NZIA, Cert Builders etc with no more than three employees.

Associate Membership has no voting rights and is not able to hold a position on the National Executive Board.
Associate Membership is not able to enter into the NKBA Kitchen and Bathroom awards.
Associate Membership does not include a subsidised CDS membership.
Associate membership does not entitle member to utilise the NKBA brand

Membership Benefits

NKBA website listing under ‘Associate/Student membership’ but not in the main Members database
Membership at one regional Chapter (cannot be a member of more than one Chapter)

Manufacturer Membership Application

National Membership A

Membership Description

This membership applies to a sole trader or company – It does not include branches or franchises. Company may or may not have employees.

National Membership (A) does not entitle access to membership database

Membership Benefits

NKBA membership website listing
Membership at one regional chapter (Cannot be a member of more than one chapter)
One vote nationally
One vote at your regional chapter
Entitlement to utilise the NKBA brand
Membership includes 1 X subsidised CDS membership
Membership includes entitlement for the National Member or employees there of (but not contractors of) to enter the NKBA Kitchen and Bathroom awards.

National Membership B

Membership Description

This membership applies to a company and all the branches of that company where the company employs head office employees, regional representatives or branch employees. Branches must be part of the parent company, not franchises, owner operated businesses or sole traders. If your company operates under more than one company name, within the industry, then a separate membership is required for each company name.

National Membership (B) does not entitle access to membership database

Membership Benefits

NKBA membership website listing
Membership at all regional chapters
One national vote plus one vote at regional chapters where the NKBA member has branches.
Entitlement to utilise the NKBA brand
Membership includes 1 X subsidised CDS membership (Branches and franchisees pay for separately for CDS membership)
Membership includes entitlement for the National Member or employees there of (but not contractors of) to enter the NKBA Kitchen and Bathroom awards.

National Membership C

Membership Description

This membership applies to franchisees/owner-operated businesses where the franchisor (franchise national office) holds a national membership type (B).

National Membership (C) does not include a subsidised CDS membership.
National Membership (C) does not entitle access to membership database

Membership Benefits

NKBA membership website listing
Membership at one regional chapter (Cannot be member of more than one chapter)
One vote at your regional chapter
The franchise company national office gets one national vote and franchisees can lobby their franchise national office to influence the national vote
Entitlement to utilise the NKBA brand
Membership includes entitlement for the National member (C) or employees there of (but not contractors of) to enter the NKBA Kitchen and Bathroom awards

Link Membership

Membership Description

The link membership rate applies if your company classifies as a group (A) national member and if your company is also a current financial member of the Master Joiners Association or other appropriate associations primarily engaged in the manufacture and or supply of kitchens and bathrooms.

A Link Member cannot hold office of Vice President and President.
Link Membership does not include a subsidised CDS membership.

Membership Benefits

Entitlement to utilise the NKBA brand
NKBA membership website listing
Membership at one regional chapter (Cannot be a member of more than one chapter)
One vote nationally
One vote at your regional chapter
Link membership includes entitlement for the Link member or employees there of (but not contractors of) to enter the NKBA Kitchen and Bathroom awards

Supplier / Retailer Membership Application

National Membership A

Membership Description

This membership applies to a sole trader or company – It does not include branches or franchises. Company may or may not have employees.

National Membership (A) does not entitle access to membership database

Membership Benefits

NKBA membership website listing
Membership at one regional chapter (Cannot be a member of more than one chapter)
One vote nationally
One vote at your regional chapter
Entitlement to utilise the NKBA brand
Membership includes 1 X subsidised CDS membership
Membership includes entitlement for the National Member or employees there of (but not contractors of) to enter the NKBA Kitchen and Bathroom awards.

National Membership B

Membership Description

National Membership (B) does not entitle access to membership database

Membership Benefits

NKBA membership website listing
Membership at all regional chapters
One national vote plus one vote at regional chapters where the NKBA member has branches.
Entitlement to utilise the NKBA brand
Membership includes 1 X subsidised CDS membership (Branches and franchisees pay for separately for CDS membership)
Membership includes entitlement for the National Member or employees there of (but not contractors of) to enter the NKBA Kitchen and Bathroom awards.

National Membership C

Membership Description

This membership applies to franchisees/owner-operated businesses where the franchisor (franchise national office) holds a national membership type (B).

National Membership (C) does not include a subsidised CDS membership.
National Membership (C) does not entitle access to membership database

Membership Benefits

NKBA membership website listing
Membership at one regional chapter (Cannot be member of more than one chapter)
One vote at your regional chapter
The franchise company national office gets one national vote and franchisees can lobby their franchise national office to influence the national vote
Entitlement to utilise the NKBA brand
Membership includes entitlement for the National member (C) or employees there of (but not contractors of) to enter the NKBA Kitchen and Bathroom awards

Student Membership Application

Student Membership

Membership Description

The student membership rate applies if you are studying to be a kitchen or bathroom designer on an NKBA run course.

Student membership has no voting rights and is not able to hold a position on the National Executive Board.
Student members are not entitled to subsidised CDS membership.
Student Membership does not entitle member to utilise the NKBA brand

Please note there are contributions available covering new student subscriptions for membership fees, please apply to

info@nkba.org.nz

Membership Benefits

Membership at one regional Chapter (cannot be a member of more than one Chapter)
Student membership includes entitlement for student to enter the NKBA Kitchen and Bathroom awards under ‘Student awards’ categories only.

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Manufacturer Membership Application

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Link Membership

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Supplier / Retailer Membership Application

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National Membership C

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Student Membership Application

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