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Specifies requirements for rectangular and circular UPVC downpipes and fittings used for rainwater disposal.

Sets out requirements and recommendations for the storage and handling of gases in cylinders, as classified as Class 2 dangerous goods in the ADG Code. It applies to stores where individual gases (other than those which are covered by specific Australian Standards) are kept, and to stores where more than one type of gas is kept. Requirements for the location, construction and ventilation of stores are given. Recommendations for the management of emergencies and actions in the event of fire are provided in appendices.

Sets out requirements for the classification of a site and the design and construction of a footing system for a single dwelling house, town house or the like which may be detached or separated by a party wall or common wall but not situated vertically above or below another dwelling.

Adopts ISO 13007-2:2010, which specifies methods for determining characteristics for adhesives used in the installation of ceramic tiles.

Adopts ISO 13007-4:2010, which specifies methods for determining characteristics for adhesives used in the installation of ceramic tiles.

Sets out the minimum requirements and recommended safe practices for the selection, use and maintenance of portable ladders.

Specifies safe working provisions and practices for those responsible for, and involved in, new lift installations in new liftwells.

The 2018 edition of AS 3959 is amended as follows; the amendments should be inserted in the appropriate places.

AS 1576.5 specifies requirements the design and operational performance for trestle scaffolds and trestle ladder scaffolds.