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AS 2870 sets outs the method for determining the classification of a site and the design and construction requirements for slab on ground, stiffened rafts, waffle slab, strip footings, pad footings and piled footings.
AS 2870 is broken into 6 sections consisting of:
The standard also contains 9 appendices (3 normative and 6 informative and an Informative Commentary to AS 2870) consisting of:
The Informative Commentary provides an explanation of the sections and appendices contained in this standard and is for information and advice only.
Yes AS 2870 is referenced in both NCC Volumes One and Two.
In Volume One – it is referenced for the purpose of the requirements for a vapour barrier to be installed in accordance with AS 2870 to prevent rising moisture through the floor
In Volume Two this standard is referenced in several places for the design and construction of slabs and footings for Class 1 and 10 buildings.
This standard’s primary users include engineers, builders, building designers, concreters, carpenters, building certifiers and surveyors, manufacturers and suppliers and building inspectors.
An electronic copy of this Australian Standard can be purchased through the Digital Australian Standards webpage.
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