AS/NZS 1170.0 Supp 1:2002 (R2016) PDF Download

The AS/NZS 1170.0 Supp 1:2002 (R2016) standard provides additional information and guidance to be used in conjunction with the AS/NZS 1170.0:2002 standard. It explains the provisions of the standard and offers suggested approaches to meet its requirements.

The standard sets out the basic procedure for the structural design of various types of structures, including buildings. It incorporates the concepts of the limit states method and aims to confirm the structural design's ability to resist known or foreseeable types of action throughout the structure's intended use and design working life.

The standard refers to ISO standards for definitions, notation, and philosophy, such as ISO 2394, ISO 3898, ISO 4356, and ISO 8930. This ensures that the general principles given in the standard are relevant to the design of any structure. However, it recognizes that certain structure types may require more complex design considerations or involve loadings not covered in the standard. In such cases, other standards or special studies may be necessary.

The standard also highlights the importance of complying with building regulations and obtaining approval for designs that fall outside the scope of the standard. Special studies may be required to provide additional information and justification for such designs. The results of these special studies are not encompassed within the standard.

Appendix B of the standard covers testing as part of a special study. Appendix CA provides additional information on actions not covered by the standard, including movement effects, construction loads, and accidental actions.

For specific structure types, the standard refers to other publications that provide useful or necessary information for their design. These include HB77 for bridges, AS 4678 for earth-retaining structures, AS 3995 for lattice towers and masts, AS 3962 for marinas, AS 3826, ISO 2394, and ISO 13822 for assessment of existing structures, and more.