Part D1 Excessive noise
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Introduction to this Part
This Part sets out the requirements to prevent excessive noise being generated from a plumbing and drainage system that could cause illness or loss of amenity to occupants in a building.
Explanatory information…
The 2019 Plumbing Code of Australia - what's changed?
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The PCA contains the technical requirements for plumbing in Australia.
Building for 7 Stars: top tips and guidance
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Building for 7 stars doesn’t have to be costly or complicated. Simple design features and material choices make a big difference to energy efficiency and a home’s energy rating.
Section D Access and Egress (Verification Methods)
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VERIFICATION METHODS
DV1 Wire barriers
Compliance with DP3(f) and (g) for wire barriers is verified when the wire barrier passes the test described below:
(a)
Application
The test must be carried out on either—
(i)
a prototype of a wire…
Section D Access and Egress (Verification Methods)
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VERIFICATION METHODS
DV1 Wire barriers
Compliance with DP3(f) and (g) for wire barriers is verified when the wire barrier passes the test described below:
(a)
Application
The test must be carried out on either—
(i)
a prototype of a wire…
New NCC CPD is now available!
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We’ve developed a new free educational product range for providers of continuing professional development (CPD).
Introduction
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THE NATIONAL CONSTRUCTION CODE
The National Construction Code (NCC) is an initiative of the Council of Australian Governments developed to incorporate all on-site construction requirements into a single code.
The NCC is produced and maintained…
Part 3.1.1 Earthworks
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Appropriate Performance Requirements
Appropriate Performance Requirements:
Where an alternative approach to earthworks is proposed as a Performance Solution to that described in Part 3.1.1, that proposal must comply with—
Performance…
Vic Section G Heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems
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Vic Part G1 Heating ventilation and air-conditioning systems
Introduction
This Part sets out the requirements for the design, construction, installation, replacement, repair, alteration and maintenance of mechanical heating, cooling and…
Vic Section G Heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems
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Vic Part G1 Heating ventilation and air-conditioning systems
Introduction
This Part sets out the requirements for the design, construction, installation, replacement, repair, alteration and maintenance of mechanical heating, cooling and…
Introduction
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THE NATIONAL CONSTRUCTION CODE
The National Construction Code (NCC) is an initiative of the Council of Australian Governments developed to incorporate all on-site construction requirements into a single code.
The NCC is produced and maintained…
Part 3.1.1 Earthworks
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Appropriate Performance Requirements
Appropriate Performance Requirements:
Where an alternative approach to earthworks is proposed as a Performance Solution to that described in Part 3.1.1, that proposal must comply with—
Performance…
Celebrating 21 years of the performance-based code
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In October 1996, the ABCB released its first performance-based code, the BCA, paving the way for Australia’s building and construction industry to adopt performance-based design.
First principles Performance Solution using Specification 44
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This guide will focus on the compliance options for Performance Requirement H6P1 and the development of a first principles Performance Solution using the benchmarks set out in Specification 44.
How to Use Section 3
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Explanatory information
Explanatory information:
This is a non-mandatory guide on how to use Section 3 of the Housing Provisions.
Introduction
Section 3, Parts 3.1 to 3.12 are Deemed-to-Satisfy Provisions that are considered to be…
Part A1 Interpreting the NCC
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Introduction to this Part
This Part explains important concepts on how the NCC must be interpreted and applied. There are certain conventions and approaches that need to be taken into account when using the NCC. This includes interpreting specific…
Part A1 Interpreting the NCC
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Introduction to this Part
This Part explains important concepts on how the NCC must be interpreted and applied. There are certain conventions and approaches that need to be taken into account when using the NCC. This includes interpreting specific…
Introduction
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THE NATIONAL CONSTRUCTION CODE
THE NATIONAL CONSTRUCTION CODE
The National Construction Code (NCC) is an initiative of the Council of Australian Governments developed to incorporate all on-site construction requirements into a single code.
The…
How to Use Section 3
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Explanatory information
Explanatory information:
This is a non-mandatory guide on how to use Section 3 of the Housing Provisions.
Introduction
Section 3, Parts 3.1 to 3.12 are Deemed-to-Satisfy Provisions that are considered to be…
Part A1 Interpreting the NCC
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Introduction to this Part
This Part explains important concepts on how the NCC must be interpreted and applied. There are certain conventions and approaches that need to be taken into account when using the NCC. This includes interpreting specific…