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AS 3959:2018 Amd 1:2019 Construction of buildings in bushfire-prone areas 2019 cover

Standards Australia

Version:  Fourth Edition 2019.  (Current)
The 2018 edition of AS 3959 is amended as follows; the amendments should be inserted in the appropriate places.
AS 3959:2018 Amd 2:2020 Construction of buildings in bushfire-prone areas 2018 cover

Standards Australia

Version:  Fourth Edition 2020.  (Current)
The 2018 edition of AS 3959 is amended as follows; the amendments should be inserted in the appropriate places.
AS 1170.4-2007 Structural design actions, Part 4: Earthquake actions in Australia 2007 cover

Standards Australia

Version:  Second Edition 2007.  (Current)
Sets out data and procedures for determining earthquake loads on structures and their components, and also minimum detailing requirements for structures; domestic structures are covered in an Appendix.
AS 1530.8.1:2018 Methods for fire tests on building materials, components and structures, Part 8.1: Tests on elements of construction for buildings exposed to simulated bushfire attack - Radiant heat and small flaming sources 2018 cover

Standards Australia

Version:  Second Edition 2018.  (Current)
This Standard provides methods for determining the performance of external construction elements when exposed to radiant heat, burning embers and burning debris.
BUSHFIRE PROTECTION

NATSPEC

Version:  (Current)
Bushfires are a feature of the Australian environment. The impact of bushfire on life and property can be reduced with responsible preparation and bushfire management plans. Bushfire hazards exist not only in rural areas but also at the rural and urban interface, for example areas adjacent to parks, public reserves and golf courses.
ENVIRONMENTAL RATING SCHEMES FOR BUILDINGS

NATSPEC

Version:  (Current)
There are a number of national environmental rating schemes in place in Australia that can be used to understand how efficiently a building is operating as well as measure and reduce its impact on the environment.
LIVING WALLS AND ROOFS

NATSPEC

Version:  (Current)
This TECHnote highlights design and construction issues for consideration and suggests suitable NATSPEC worksections for the documentation of living walls and roofs.
NCC - BCA VOLUME ONE:ENERGY EFFICIENCY PROVISIONS

NATSPEC

Version:  (Current)
This TECHnote includes information useful in satisfying the NCC Energy efficiency provisions for Class 2 to 9 buildings. The NCC objective is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve energy efficiency. Operational energy is currently the focus of the NCC. Embodied energy may be considered in the future for sustainability controls.