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Contents

 

Clause History

 

Chapter 1 - Introduction

Clause 1.1 General

Clause 1.2 Application of HS Technical Requirements

Clause 1.3 Peacetime Use

Clause 1.4 Abbreviations

Clause 1.5 Definitions

 

Chapter 2 - Architectural Requirements

Clause 2.1 HS or NS Form

Clause 2.2 Size of HS

Clause 2.3 Wall and Slab Thickness of HS and NS

Clause 2.4 Location of HS

Clause 2.5 HS Door

Clause 2.6 Precast Hollow Core Household Shelters (Precast HS)

Clause 2.7 Fixtures in HS

Clause 2.8 NS in HS Tower

Clause 2.9 Transfer Structure Supporting HS Tower

Clause 2.10 HS Beneath An Internal Staircase

Clause 2.11 Finishes in HS

Clause 2.12 Exit Staircase

Clause 2.13 Door Recess on HS Wall

 

Chapter 3 - Structural Requirements

Clause 3.1 General

Clause 3.2 Materials

Clause 3.3 Analysis

Clause 3.4 Member Dimensions and Reinforcement Requirements

Clause 3.5 Detailing of HS Tower

Clause 3.6 Penetration of Services

 

Chapter 4 - Ventilation Sleeves

Clause 4.1 General

Clause 4.2 Position

Clause 4.3 Accessibility of Ventilation Sleeves

Clause 4.4 Fragmentation Plate

 

Chapter 5 - HS Door

Clause 5.1 General

Clause 5.2 Approved HS Door

Clause 5.3 HS Door Notice

Clause 5.4 Specification of HS Door Notice

 

Chapter 6 - Construction and Commissioning

Clause 6.1 General

Clause 6.2 Structural Works

Clause 6.3 HS Door

Clause 6.4 Peacetime Requirement of Ventilation Sleeves

Clause 6.5 Commissioning Requirements

 

Chapter 7 - Permitted And Not Permitted Works in HS Tower

Clause 7.1 General

Clause 7.2 Permitted and Not Permitted Works

 

Chapter 8 - Regulated Shelter Products

Clause 8.1 General

Clause 8.2 Definitions

Clause 8.3 Accreditation and Certification

Clause 8.4 Serial Labels

Clause 8.5 Requirements and Responsibilities for Qualified Persons