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NCC 2022 Volume 2 & Housing Provisions cover

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NCC 2022 Volume 2 & Housing Provisions

Publisher

Australian Building Codes Board

Version: 2022. (Current)

Compiles the National Construction Code 2022 Volume 2 Building Code of Australia AND the ABCB 2022 Housing Provisions Standard.

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… Preface BCA 96 Amendment No. 2 Amendment No. 2 of the 1996 edition of the BCA Volume Two was adopted as set out in Table 1. The purpose of … for subfloor ventilation based on climatic conditions; and revise the Acceptable Construction Practice for Steel framing; and include additional details in the Acceptable Construction … to the roof space and common to 2 or more Class 1 buildings; and NCC 2022 Volume Two - Building Code of Australia (1 May 2023) Page 17 …

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… Preface • reinstate the Acceptable Construction Practice for buildings in bushfire-prone areas, following alignment with the 1999 version of AS 3959; and • • change the limitations on winders used in lieu of quarter and half landings … or the 2002 editions of the 1170 series of standards; and NCC 2022 Volume Two - Building Code of Australia (1 May 2023) Page 18 …

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… typographical corrections are noted in the margin. BCA 96 Amendment No. 13 Amendment No. 13 of the 1996 edition of the BCA Volume Two was adopted as set out in Table 1. The purpose of … Solutions; and update references to other documents; and revise the acceptable construction practice for footing and slab construction; and prohibit the use of lead on roofs used to … edition of the BCA Volume Two was adopted as set out in Table 1. NCC 2022 Volume Two - Building Code of Australia (1 May 2023) Page 19 …

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… Preface The purpose of BCA 2007 Volume Two is to— • • update references to other documents; and clarify that … the appropriate acceptable construction manuals or the appropriate acceptable construction practice set out in Section 3 is deemed to comply with the Performance Requirements; and • … construction practice; and include minor technical changes. NCC 2022 Volume Two - Building Code of Australia (1 May 2023) Page 20 …

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… Preface Adoption of NCC 2011 Volume Two The 2011 edition of the NCC Volume Two was adopted as set out in Table 1. … aimed at reducing slips, trips and falls in buildings; and remove the acceptable construction practice for masonry following the referencing of AS 4773 Masonry for small buildings, and … Acceptable Construction Practice for termite management systems. NCC 2022 Volume Two - Building Code of Australia (1 May 2023) Page 21 …

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… Preface Adoption of NCC 2016 Volume Two The 2016 edition of NCC Volume Two was adopted as set out in Table 1. The … for overflow of eaves gutters; and include changes as a result of the Acceptable Construction Practice Review project, including the provisions for termite risk management, subfloor … to other documents; and include other minor technical changes. NCC 2022 Volume Two - Building Code of Australia (1 May 2023) Page 22 …

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… Preface List of amendments - NCC 2022 Volume Two This list has been prepared by the Australian Building Codes Board to assist National Construction Code (NCC) users in identifying changes incorporated … has been relocated into new Specification 3. Part H1—Structure H1D4 Amended to reflect current practice, improve readability and structure including the maximum size and geometry of footings …

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… Preface Reference Changes and Commentary H1D6 Amended to reflect current practice, improve readability and structure. H1D8 Amended to reflect current practice, improve … and structure. H1D11 Amended to improve the title and application requirements for Part 12.3 of the ABCB Housing Provisions. Part H2—Damp and weatherproofing H2O1 Amended to improve clarity … detailed schedules for calculating heating and cooling loads. NCC 2022 Volume Two - Building Code of Australia (1 May 2023) Page 24 …

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… Governing requirements Documentation of design and construction Part A5 Introduction to this Part This Part explains the evidence … • • all people involved with construction must work skillfully in accordance with good trade practice; and all materials must be of a quality to fulfil their function/s within the building. … appropriateness of the evidence is specified in A5G2(1). NCC 2022 Volume Two - Building Code of Australia (1 May 2023) Page 46 …

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… A5G2 Governing requirements Evidence of suitability ─ Volumes One, Two and Three A5G2 [2019: A5.1] (1) The form of evidence used must … Provision may be in the form of any one, or any combination of the following: (a) A current CodeMark Australia or CodeMark Certificate of Conformity. (b) A current Certificate of … which it is given and the extent to which relevant standards, specifications, rules, codes of practice or other publications have been relied upon to demonstrate it fulfils specific …

Livable Housing Design Standard 2022 cover

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Livable Housing Design Standard

Publisher

Australian Building Codes Board

Version: 2022. (Current)

Provides a set of technical provisions that if complied with will enable dwellings to better meet the needs of the community, including older people and people with mobility limitations

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… Front matter Introduction Background This ABCB Standard provides a set of technical provisions that if complied with will enable dwellings to better meet the needs of … is intended as a set of minimum necessary provisions, rather than as an exemplar of best practice. This is consistent with the role of the National Construction Code (NCC) which calls up this ABCB Standard. This ABCB Standard is not intended for use in …

NCC 2022 Volume 3 Plumbing Code of Australia cover

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NCC 2022 Volume 3 Plumbing Code of Australia

Publisher

Australian Building Codes Board

Version: 2022. (Current)

Covers the design, construction and maintenance of plumbing and drainage systems in new and existing buildings.

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… Governing requirements Documentation of design and construction Part A5 Introduction to this Part This Part explains the evidence … • • all people involved with construction must work skillfully in accordance with good trade practice; and all materials must be of a quality to fulfil their function/s within the building. … appropriateness of the evidence is specified in A5G2(1). NCC 2022 Volume Three - Plumbing Code of Australia (1 May 2023) Page 39 …

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… A5G4 Governing requirements Evidence of suitability ─ Volume Three (PCA) A5G4 [2019: A5.3] (1) Any product that is intended for use … basis on which it is given and the extent to which relevant standards, specifications, rules, codes of practice or other publications have been relied upon. (c) Any other form of documentary evidence …

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… water use Site condition Notes Score Drinking water use will not involve Domestic residences, offices and commercial use of hazardous or toxic restaurants. substances and the site is … is not practised. Also applies where there is no certainty about the type of activities to be practiced and the materials used. 3 Table B5V1d: Site condition Common examples Cross-connection … liquid vessels other than those used for domestic purposes. NCC 2022 Volume Three - Plumbing Code of Australia (1 May 2023) Notes Score There are no water storage tanks, swimming pools, …

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… Definitions (f) the period of time post fire front subject to collapsing vegetation due to persistent combustion. Fire … than 13 mm fire-protective grade plasterboard, fixed in accordance with the normal trade practice for a fire-protective covering. Fire-resistance level (FRL): The grading periods in … criteria— (a) structural adequacy; and (b) integrity; and NCC 2022 Volume Three - Plumbing Code of Australia (1 May 2023) Page 169 …

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… Definitions (i) a translucent element and its supporting frame located in the external fabric of the building; and (ii) includes a window other than a roof light; or (c) Part H6 of NCC … by combustion, measured in kW (preferred) or MW. High Hazard: Any condition, device or practice which, in connection with a water supply, has the potential to cause death. High wind … under the Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS). NCC 2022 Volume Three - Plumbing Code of Australia (1 May 2023) Page 173 …

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… Definitions a lamp is usually marked on the fitting as the maximum allowable wattage. The area of the space refers to the area the lights serve. This could be considered a single room, open … Loss: Physical damage, financial loss or loss of amenity. Low Hazard: Any condition, device or practice which, in connection with a water supply, would constitute a nuisance by colour, odour … level of that of the unit with the lowest efficiency. NCC 2022 Volume Three - Plumbing Code of Australia (1 May 2023) Page 175 …

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… Definitions Explanatory Information The purpose of defining for main space conditioning is to provide criteria upon which the heating or cooling … water will start to overflow out of the shower area. Medium Hazard: Any condition, device or practice which, in connection with a water supply, has the potential to injure or endanger … occupant characteristics and associated requirements should be NCC 2022 Volume Three - Plumbing Code of Australia (1 May 2023) Page 176 …

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… TAS E3P3 Tasmania TAS E3P3 Watertightness [2019: FP1.3] All internal roof drainage components must be watertight. TAS E3P4 Design, construction and installation [2019: … roofing. Explanatory Information TAS Figure E3D3 provides an example of a suitable installation practice to meet the requirements of E3D3(3). Insert TAS Figure E3D3 explanatory as follows: NCC 2022 Volume Three - Plumbing Code of Australia (1 May 2023) Page 292 …

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… State Legislation unless noted otherwise. (2) All referenced documents including legislation, codes, Australian Standards, guidelines and codes of practice are the version at the time of the project documentation approval, unless noted …

NCC 2022 Volume 1 Building Code of Australia cover

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NCC 2022 Volume 1 Building Code of Australia

Publisher

Australian Building Codes Board

Version: 2022. (Current)

Primarily covers the design and construction of multi-residential, commercial, industrial and public assembly buildings and some associated structures.

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… Preface Reference Changes and Commentary G2D3 Consequential amendments as a result of changes to the Part 12.4 of the ABCB Housing Provisions as part of the Acceptable Construction Practice review project. G5O1(c) Amended to include new sub-clause to reflect protection of … J1V1(4) Expands the NABERS pathway to Class 6 buildings. NCC 2022 Volume One - Building Code of Australia (1 May 2023) Page 28 …

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… Governing requirements Documentation of design and construction Part A5 Introduction to this Part This Part explains the evidence … • • all people involved with construction must work skillfully in accordance with good trade practice; and all materials must be of a quality to fulfil their function/s within the building. … appropriateness of the evidence is specified in A5G2(1). NCC 2022 Volume One - Building Code of Australia (1 May 2023) Page 51 …

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… Definitions (f) the period of time post fire front subject to collapsing vegetation due to persistent combustion. Fire … than 13 mm fire-protective grade plasterboard, fixed in accordance with the normal trade practice for a fire-protective covering. Fire-resistance level (FRL): The grading periods in … criteria— (a) structural adequacy; and (b) integrity; and NCC 2022 Volume One - Building Code of Australia (1 May 2023) Page 578 …

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… Definitions (i) a translucent element and its supporting frame located in the external fabric of the building; and (ii) includes a window other than a roof light; or (c) Part H6 of NCC … by combustion, measured in kW (preferred) or MW. High Hazard: Any condition, device or practice which, in connection with a water supply, has the potential to cause death. High wind … under the Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS). NCC 2022 Volume One - Building Code of Australia (1 May 2023) Page 582 …

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… Definitions a lamp is usually marked on the fitting as the maximum allowable wattage. The area of the space refers to the area the lights serve. This could be considered a single room, open … Loss: Physical damage, financial loss or loss of amenity. Low Hazard: Any condition, device or practice which, in connection with a water supply, would constitute a nuisance by colour, odour … level of that of the unit with the lowest efficiency. NCC 2022 Volume One - Building Code of Australia (1 May 2023) Page 584 …

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… Definitions Explanatory Information The purpose of defining for main space conditioning is to provide criteria upon which the heating or cooling … water will start to overflow out of the shower area. Medium Hazard: Any condition, device or practice which, in connection with a water supply, has the potential to injure or endanger … occupant characteristics and associated requirements should be NCC 2022 Volume One - Building Code of Australia (1 May 2023) Page 585 …

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… TAS Footnote: Other legislation affecting buildings In addition to any applicable provisions of the Building Act 2016 and other legislative and regulatory instruments under that Act, such as regulations, determinations, guidelines, codes and standards there are a number of other legislative technical requirements, and … Tasmanian legislation and regulatory instruments Work Health and Safety Act 2012 Code of Practice – Managing Risks of Hazardous Chemicals in the Workplace – WorkSafe Tasmania …

NCC 2022 Volume 2 Building Code of Australia cover

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NCC 2022 Volume 2 Building Code of Australia

Publisher

Australian Building Codes Board

Version: 2022. (Current)

Primarily covers the design and construction of smaller scale buildings including houses, small sheds, carports and some associated structures.

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Consolidated Performance Requirements

Publisher

Australian Building Codes Board

Version: 2022. (Current)

Provides a compilation of all NCC Performance Requirements and the supporting General Requirements.

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… A5G2 General Requirements Evidence of suitability ─ Volumes One, Two and Three A5G2 [2019: A5.1] (1) The form of evidence used must … Provision may be in the form of any one, or any combination of the following: (a) A current CodeMark Australia or CodeMark Certificate of Conformity. (b) A current Certificate of … which it is given and the extent to which relevant standards, specifications, rules, codes of practice or other publications have been relied upon to demonstrate it fulfils specific …

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… A5G4 General Requirements Evidence of suitability ─ Volume Three (PCA) A5G4 [2019: A5.3] (1) Any product that is intended for use … basis on which it is given and the extent to which relevant standards, specifications, rules, codes of practice or other publications have been relied upon. (c) Any other form of documentary evidence …

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… Victoria No. Date Title Volume One Volume Two Housing Provisions ABCB Standard for Construction of Buildings in Flood Hazard Areas, Version 2012.3 2012 Standard for Construction of Buildings … Sprinkler System Design— Hydrant Water Supply VIC S17C2, VIC S18C3 N/A N/A B4D3 Building Practice Note FS-01 — Victorian Building Authority Practice Note FS-01 VIC S20C8 N/A N/A SA HB … plant and equipment N/A N/A VIC E2D2 N/A 2007 Australian and New Zealand refrigerant handling code of practice 2007 Part 1 - Self-contained low charge systems N/A N/A N/A VIC E2D2 N/A 2007 …

Indoor Air Quality Verification Methods Handbook 2016 cover

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Indoor Air Quality Verification Methods Handbook

Publisher

Australian Building Codes Board

Version: 2023. (Current)

Assists in understanding the indoor air quality (IAQ) Verification Methods in NCC Volumes One and Two (F6V1 and F6V2 in NCC Volume One and H4V3 of NCC Volume Two).

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… manufacturers with criteria and requirements for continually improving what products are made of and how they are made. The mark provides consumers, regulators, employees, and industry peers … Australia’s Environmental Certification Scheme for carpets, manufacturers must comply with the Code of Practice for Environmental Management which provides performance standards for raw materials, …

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… and Medical Research Council, (NHMRC 1996 rescinded 2002). • NCC 2022 Volume One Building Code of Australia Class 2 to 9 Buildings, Australian Building Codes Board, Canberra (ABCB 2022a). • … abcb.gov.au • • AIRAH airah.org.au • • Australian HVAC&R Industry application manuals and best practice guides. ASHRAE ashrae.org • • National Construction Code and related resources …

Sound transmission and insulation in buildings 2024 cover

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Sound transmission and insulation in buildings

Publisher

Australian Building Codes Board

Version: 2024. (Current)

The Sound Transmission and Insulation in Buildings Handbook assists in understanding the sound transmission and insulation requirements in the NCC Volume One and Volume Two.

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Commercial energy efficiency

Publisher

Australian Building Codes Board

Version: 2023. (Current)

Assists in understanding the energy efficiency requirements for all non-residential buildings and provides examples where relevant.

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… Commercial energy efficiency Handbook • a Deemed-to-Satisfy Solution, or • a combination of a Performance Solution and a Deemed-to-Satisfy Solution. All compliance options must be … (WHS) legislation is also applicable which requires safe design principles to be applied. A Code of Practice on the safe design of structures has been published by Safe Work Australia (2012) which …

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… Commercial energy efficiency Handbook The Code of Practice defines safe design as: • “the integration of control measures early in the design …

ABCB Housing Provisions Standard 2022 cover

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ABCB Housing Provisions Standard 2022

Publisher

Australian Building Codes Board

Version: 2022. (Current)

Contains Deemed-to-Satisfy Provisions that are considered to be acceptable forms of construction that meet the requirements for complying with Parts H1 to H8 of NCC Volume Two.

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… Front matter List of amendments - ABCB Housing Provisions This list has been prepared by the Australian Building Codes Board to assist National Construction Code (NCC) users in identifying changes incorporated … of new provisions, tables, diagrams and grouping provisions, have been made to reflect current practice, improve readability and structure. The construction of footings and slabs has been …

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… slabs and associated elements Delete 4.2.8 and insert SA 4.2.8 as follows: SA 4.2.8 Damp-proofing membrane [2019: SA 3.2.2.6] A continuous damp-proofing membrane must be installed under … High impact resistance” together with the manufacturer’s or distributor’s name, trade mark or code. (b) Installation: A damp-proofing membrane must be installed as follows— (i) lap not less … specified. (c) Concrete must be placed, compacted and cured in accordance with good building practice. (d) Concrete in slabs must be adequately compacted, and slab surfaces, including …

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