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Preface

This is the first edition of CSA S851, Post-blast safety evaluation of buildings.

Scope

1.1
This Guideline specifies procedures for the assessment of the safety of the structural and architectural components of a building affected by a blast event.

1.2
This Guideline does not contain procedures for assessing all post-blast hazards or pre-existing risks, but they should be considered.

1.3
The principles and criteria of post-blast assessment may be incorporated into existing emergency response protocols.

1.4
In this Guideline, "should" is used to express a recommendation or that which is advised but not required; "may" is used to express an option or that which is permissible within the limits of the Guideline; and "can" is used to express possibility or capability.

Product Details

Edition: 1st Published: 10/01/2012 ISBN(s): 9781771390309 Number of Pages: 74 File Size: 1 file , 2.8 MB Product Code(s): 2422093, 2422395, 2422093