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Publisher
NATSPEC
Publisher
NATSPEC
Version: (Current)
Short Description
Ongoing planned maintenance of physical assets reduces life cycle costs and increases asset life. This TECHnote provides guidance on using the AUS-SPEC specification system for asset management.

Type
Publisher
NATSPEC
Publisher
NATSPEC
Version: (Current)
Short Description
The collection, storage and use of rainwater has potential for considerable reduction in the requirement for potable (mains) water supply. This TECHnote suggests ways that a NATSPEC based specification can be used to specify a rainwater harvesting system.

Type
Publisher
NATSPEC
Publisher
NATSPEC
Version: (Current)
Short Description
Lighting, natural and/or artificial, can assist people to orient themselves and navigate through the built environment.

Type
Publisher
NATSPEC
Publisher
NATSPEC
Version: (Current)
Short Description
Wayfinding refers to the way people get from one location to another, including their information gathering and decision-making processes for orientation and movement through space.

Type
Publisher
NATSPEC
Publisher
NATSPEC
Version: (Current)
Short Description
The National Construction Code (NCC) requires that all external walls, from traditional masonry construction through to walls with high performance cladding systems, must be weatherproof to prevent dampness and unhealthy conditions for the occupants.

Type
Publisher
NATSPEC
Publisher
NATSPEC
Version: (Current)
Short Description
CCA is Australia’s most widely used wood preservative. It has been used in Australia for some 50 years.

Type
Publisher
NATSPEC
Publisher
NATSPEC
Version: (Current)
Short Description
This TECHnote deals with the manufacture, properties and safety issues related to the use of mineral wool.

Type
Publisher
NATSPEC
Publisher
NATSPEC
Version: (Current)
Short Description
This TECHnote discusses the requirement for and availability of warranties for steel protective paint coatings.