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This Standard sets out the method for the preparation for testing of bitumen from coatings of damp-proof courses and flashings with metal centres.

This Standard sets out a means of determining the thickness of polyethylene film.

This Standard sets out the method of determining the compressive elastic modulus and compression set of a damp-proof course of nominal thickness not less than 5 mm.

Specifies methods for the measurement of dimensions and shape for structural LVL.

Provides requirements for various cleaning techniques and recommendations for the establishment of maintenance programs for carpets in residential and commercial situations to achieve maximum appearance retention and wear life, and to minimize possible hazards to health from poorly maintained carpets. Also provides requirements for cleaning chemicals to cover their known effects on new generation carpets, requirements for vacuum cleaner filtration, and recommendations for disposal of extracted cleaning wastes. Includes a useful guide to stain removal.

Provides guidance for the specification of carpet technical properties and basic metric units.

Sets out the minimum requirements for the design, construction, installation and commissioning of mechanical and airconditioning systems for fire and smoke control in multi-compartment buildings. Five specific methods of smoke control are defined and the appropriate requirements specified for each. This Standard does not include requirements for smoke control systems utilizing exhaust from above the hot layer. The Standard does not include requirements for maintenance of smoke control systems.

Provides requirements and recommendations for the safe storage and handling of LP Gas, in cylinders and bulk tanks. Sets out requirements for design, construction, commissioning and operation of installations for the storage and handling of LP Gas. Separate sections deal with above-ground and underground tanks, piping systems, cylinders and their locations, automotive filling installations, and operations. Appendices cover emergency plans, refuelling, fire protection, leakage testing, hazardous areas, driver instructions and the transport and location of exchange cylinders.

Sets out procedures for the installation of premoulded fibre-reinforced plastic swimming pools complying with the requirements of AS/NZS 1838:1994, for above and below ground locations.

Specifies acceptable solutions for roof, surface and subsoil drainage systems, to the point(s) of connection to the external stormwater drainage network.