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Nonstructural Damage Report - Table of Contents
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List of Figures
Preface
1. How to Use This Guide
Purpose
Intended Audience
Limitations
Chapter Contents
2. Overview
Definitions
Significance of Nonstructural Damage
Causes of Nonstructural Damage
Methods for Reducing Nonstructural Damage
Building Code Requirements for Nonstructural Components
Seismic Hazard
3. Nonstructural Survey Procedures
Typical Nonstructural Components
Facility Survey
Assessment Procedures
Comparison of Alternatives
4. Nonstructural Examples: Earthquake Damage and Upgrade Details
Nonstructural Examples - Building Utility SystemsBatteries and Battery Rack
Diesel Fuel Tank
Electrical Bus Ducts and Primary Cable System
Fire Extinguisher
Propane Tank
Water Heater: Corner Installation
Water Heater: Wall Installation
Piping
Chiller
Air Compressor (or other HVAC Equipment)
Suspended Space Heater
HVAC Distribution Ducts
Air Diffuser
Residential Chimney
Nonstructural Examples - Architectural ElementsBuilt-In Partial-Height Partitions
Built-In Full-Height Partitions
Suspended T-Bar Ceilings
Suspended Light Fixtures
Pendant Light Fixtures
Stairways
Windows
Unreinforced Brick Parapets
Veneer
Freestanding Walls or Fences
Exterior Signs
Nonstructural Examples - Furniture and Contents
Installation Notes
5. Developing Earthquake Protection Programs
Self-Help Vs. Use of Consultants
Implementation Strategies
Evaluation
6. Emergency Planning Guidelines
Implications for Nonstructural Damage for Emergency Planning
Earthquake Plans
Training
Exercises
Personal Emergency Kits
Master Earthquake Planning Checklist
7. Facilities Development Guidelines
Nonstructural Construction Guidelines
Structural/Nonstructural Integration
Fees for Professional Services
Glossary
References
Annotated Bibliography
Appendixes
A: Nonstructural Inventory Form
B: Checklist of Nonstructural Earthquake Hazards
C: Nonstructural Risk Ratings
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This page was last updated 8/25/03 by jbp.