AS/NZS 1170.3 Supp 1:2003 PDF Download

AS/NZS 1170.3 Supp 1:2003 titled "Structural Design Actions - Snow and Ice Actions - Commentary" is a supplementary document that provides additional information and explanation for the requirements outlined in the AS/NZS 1170.3 standard. It serves as a companion to the standard and aims to assist engineers and designers in understanding the origins, rationale, and applications of the requirements related to snow and ice actions.

The commentary is structured in a clause-by-clause format, corresponding to the clauses of the AS/NZS 1170.3 standard. For each clause, the document offers background material on the origins of the requirements and discusses any departures from previous practices. It also provides explanations and examples to illustrate the application of the requirements in practical design scenarios.

One of the key purposes of this commentary is to address common problems that arise during the design process. It identifies and discusses these issues, providing guidance on how to effectively navigate and overcome them within the framework of the standard.