Standards setting the benchmark for the construction industry
The building and construction industry is one of the most heavily regulated industries. Implementing and complying to Standards can help improve quality of work and efficiencies across the business while prioritising the safety of employees and the community.
Construction workers have challenging jobs. Daily tasks can vary greatly, and they can all have different associated risks which must be identified, reduced and constantly managed.
There are many Standards designed to keep construction workers safe in their jobs. From the performance of workwear to safety management programs, they provide the requirements any business must meet to reduce hazards, minimise risks and maintain a safe working environment.
Building and construction Standards not only protect employees on the worksite but also set the benchmark for the quality and performance of projects. The need for immediate access to essential and current Standards is crucial to remain compliant and safe.
Popular building and construction Standards
NCC Set-2019 National Construction Code 2019 Set
BCA Set-2019 National Construction Code 2019 - Building Code of Australia Set
AS 1657:2018 Fixed platforms, walkways, stairways and ladders - Design, construction and installations
AS 3700:2018 Masonry structures
AS 3600:2018 Concrete structures
AS/NZS 3500 SET
(PARTS 0-4): 2021 Plumbing and drainage Set
AS/NZS 3000:2018 Electrical installations (known as the Australian/New Zealand Wiring Rules)
AS/NZS 5601.1:2022 Gas installations General installations
AS 1428.1:2021 Design for access and mobility General requirements for access - New building work
AS 3740:2021 Waterproofing of domestic wet areas
AS/NZS 3017:2022 Electrical Installations - Verification by Inspection and testing
AS 1288:2021 Glass in buildings - Selection and installation
AS 3959:2018 Construction of buildings in bushfire-prone areas
AS 1684.2:2021 Residential timber-framed construction Non-cyclonic areas
AS 1684.3:2021 Residential timber-framed construction Cyclonic areas
SA HB 39:2015 Installation code for metal roof and wall cladding
AS/NZS 1170.2:2021 Structural design actions Wind actions
AS/NZS 61439.1:2016 Structural steel welding Welding of reinforcing steel
AS 1012.12.1-1998 Methods of testing concrete Determination of mass per unit volume of hardened concrete
AS 1530.8.2:2018 Methods for fire tests on building materials, components and structures Tests on elements
AS 4349.2:2018 Inspection of buildings Group titled properties
ASME B31.3:2022 Process Piping
ISO 12100 :2010 (R2015) Safety of machinery - General principles for design - Risk assessment and risk reduction
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Safety Standards for construction workers
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Lighting Standards for all construction projects
Indoor and outdoor lighting have vastly different requirements based on the location and activity performed. From working in an office, to lighting a tunnel - projects should meet the benchmarks as stated in their relevant Standards.
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Compliance with Standards has a range of benefits
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