Architective Building Construction Standards For South Africa Today
If you're writing a thesis or looking for critical analysis, search these databases for papers containing phrases like:
Recommended journals:
| Occupancy type | Maximum travel distance to exit | Fire rating of walls (minutes) | |----------------|--------------------------------|-------------------------------| | Dwelling house | 15m (single storey) | 30 min (internal garage) | | Flats / Apartments | 30m (sprinklered) | 60 min (between units) | | Offices ( > 3 storeys) | 45m | 60 min (compartment walls) | | Schools | 30m | 30 min (corridors) |
Site & geotechnical
Structural design
Foundations & masonry
Fire safety (SANS 10400-T and local fire by-laws) If you're writing a thesis or looking for
Services (electrical, plumbing, HVAC)
Thermal, energy & sustainability
Accessibility & safety
Materials & workmanship
Inspections, record keeping & certification
All architectural work in South Africa must comply with the following primary laws: Recommended journals: