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The NCC Primary References Set provides access to the standards (and certain other publications) listed in Schedule 2 of the National Construction Code (NCC) 2022, as well as documents referenced only in the State & Territory variations *NEW*. The set continues to include NCC 2019 publications that are no longer primary references in the NCC to support the transition to the 2022 edition. It is ideal for anyone who requires easy access to standards that are primary references in the NCC.
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Considering the acoustics of buildings is important for both the insulation of sound and for safeguarding against external noises including foot, air and road traffic. Providing guidance for acoustic-ratings and measurements of sound insulation, this set has been developed for use by acoustic engineers, architects, technicians, urban planners, inspectors and certifiers.
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Today’s builders have a wide skillset and are responsible many facets of the construction process. Our Building Essentials Set will complete your toolbox. It provides guidance around accessibility, timber framing (including the timber framing span tables Supplements), concrete, steel and masonry structures, waterproofing, wet area membranes, tiling as well as construction in bushfire areas. Also for construction managers, project managers, carpenters, engineers and technicians.
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29 million cubic metres of premixed concrete are produced to build and support structures across Australia each year. Our Concrete Set offers key standards and related handbook to provide guidance around concrete structures, residential slabs and footings, construction, repair and protection, formwork and prefabrication. This set aims to assist the build, protection and repair of concrete structures and is suitable for concreters, builders, construction managers, architects and project managers.
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This set combines ten core electrical standards that provide safety and installation guidance for those in an electrical trade. This set includes AS 3000, commonly known as the Wiring Rules, as well as installations, inspections and lighting. The Electrical Installations Set will also be highly useful for manufacturers, engineers, safety inspectors and officers who will use these standards.
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Specialist electricians working on fire protection communications and detection systems and smoke detection systems will find this set of standards helpful with installation and maintenance. Fire safety engineers, fire protection equipment technicians, specialist electricians, mechanical engineers, technicians, building certifiers and architects will also find these standards helpful.
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Designed for plumbers working on active fire protection systems such as fire sprinkler systems, extinguishers and fire hose reels, this set provides installation and maintenance guidance. Fire safety engineers, fire protection equipment technicians, plumbers, technicians, quality controllers and architects will find the information in these standards particularly helpful. This set includes the 2005 and 2017 editions of AS 2419.1. The 1995 edition is specifically referenced in the NCC 2019.
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The standards in this set provide gasfitters with essential information relating to gas installations, including the design, installation, and commissioning of commercial, industrial, and domestic gas appliances, as well as the servicing of Type A gas appliances. The set includes both parts of AS/NZS 5601, a key standard for gas installations in Australia and New Zealand. It also includes standards relating to the assessment of explosive atmospheres, especially where gas or vapour hazards may arise, including new information relating to hydrogen.
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Designed for communications cabling installers, this set includes standards relevant to the installation of optical fibre and twisted pair cable installation supporting all defined space types (offices, industrial premises, single-tenant homes, data centres, distributed building services). The set also includes standards for optical fibre communication cabling systems safety, Administration of communications cabling systems and Implementation and operation of customer premises cabling.
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Lifts, escalators and/or moving walks are integral to most high-rise buildings across Australia. Covered in this set are the safe construction and installation of lifts, escalators and moving walks as well as standards for measuring energy performance. This set is a key support for electricians, engineers, safety inspectors and officers.
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Roofers who work installing metal, plastic or cement fibre rooves will find value in this set. Guidance regarding damp-proofing and flashings and glass in buildings, especially for skylights are also covered in this set. Project managers, builders, carpenters, engineers and technicians are also likely to find this set helpful.
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The optometry industry in Australia plays a crucial role in eye care and vision health. The Optometry Set contains standards which provide the minimum requirements and recommended practices for eye and face protection including prescription spectacles, sunglasses and fashion spectacles, and personal protective equipment. The set is ideal for optometrists and dispensers in practice – who are providing spectacles, sunglasses, and eye protection – as well as for optometry schools and students.
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Passive fire protection systems have been developed not only to resist ignition but also to help prevent the spread of flames. This set includes guidance and testing methods for building materials, smoke doors and ventilation systems. It is ideal for those working in safety and testing of such structures.
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Professionals engaged in plumbing and drainage work will find this set useful because it includes all five parts of the AS/NZS 3500 series, which are also listed in The Plumbing Code of Australia (PCA). The 3500 series is regularly updated, making the Plumbers Set a great option to purchase to allow you to stay informed with the most recent standards in this series.
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These standards provide in-depth guidance for the most common types of work undertaken in the refrigeration and air conditioning (RAC) industry, such as specifying, designing and installing RAC equipment, also servicing and repairing and end-of-life decommissioning of this equipment. All of the Standards included in this set are referenced in Section 135 of the Ozone Protection and Synthetic Greenhouse Gas Management Regulations 1995 (Cth) and licensed refrigeration technicians are required to comply with these standards as part of the terms of their licence.
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Today’s solar and energy storage designers and installers are required to navigate a complex collection of compliance processes. This business set is a necessary tool for all electricians working on site. These standards govern the minimum requirements for the practices used in solar photovoltaic and battery energy storage system installations across Australia. All businesses that specialize in the installation of Solar systems should have a copy of these on hand.
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Supporting the day-to-day work of roofers who work on tiled or slate rooves, this set includes guidance that covers the installation of terracotta, wooden shingles or slate tiles as well as standards relevant to timber trusses and damp coursing. Project managers, builders, carpenters, engineers and technicians will also find this set very useful.
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Australian buildings and infrastructure make use of timber in various ways. This standard set provides guidance for its uses in structure design, construction and installation. Specifically designed for builders and carpenters working in residential timber construction, architects, engineers, and technicians will also find the guidance they provide invaluable. This set also includes the highly practical span tables for timber framing in cyclonic and non-cyclonic areas of Australia.
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Preventing water from entering structures is an essential part of the planning and design of buildings. This set aims to provide key guidance for waterproofing external above ground structures and internal wet areas. Waterproofers, tilers and related service providers, as well as designers, engineers, manufacturers, construction workers and inspectors will find the standards included useful from the planning stage all the way through to maintenance.
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The Windows and Glazing Set provides access to standards used in the selection and installation of glass windows and doors in buildings. It also contains standards used for meeting the requirements for mobility and accessibility, bushfire-prone areas, wind-loads for housing, insulating glass units, and cut-to-size and processed glass. It is designed for glaziers, and building professionals including builders, architects and building surveyors may also find value.
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The Work at Height Set provides access to the standards used in managing the risk of falls in the workplace, including the requirements for industrial fall arrest systems and devices, working in confined spaces, and rope access systems. It also sets out requirements for the design, selection, construction and installation of fixed platforms, walkways, stairways, and ladders. This set is designed for businesses whose employees are required to work at heights, as well as building professionals.