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1.1 PREPARED BY
Company: Blueprint Consulting Engineers (BCE)
Postal Address: POBOX 97607, Manukau 2241
Street Address: Studio 5, 185 Manchester Street
City: Christchurch Central, 8011
Telephone: 09 294 8993
Email: kevinf@bce.nz
This general section relates to interpretation and definitions that are used in this
specification.
1.1 DEFINITIONS
Required: Required by the documents, the New Zealand Building Code or by a
statutory authority.
Proprietary: Identifiable by naming the manufacturer, supplier, installer, trade
name, brand name, catalogue or reference number.
Provide and fix: "Provide" or "fix" or "supply" or "fix" if used separately mean provide
and fix unless explicitly stated otherwise.
Review: Review by the contract administrator is for general compliance only.
Review does not remove the need for the contractor to comply with
the stated requirements, details and specifications of the
manufacturers and suppliers of individual components, materials and
finishes. Neither can the review be construed as authorising
departures from the contract documents.
Working Day: Working Day means a calendar day other than any Saturday, Sunday,
public holiday or any day falling within the period from 24 December to
5 January, both days inclusive, irrespective of the days on which work
is actually carried out.
1.2 PERSONNEL
Owner: The person defined as "owner" in the New Zealand Building Code.
Principal: The person defined as "principal" in the conditions of contract.
Contractor: The person contracted by the principal to carry out the contract.
Contract Administrator:
The person appointed by the principal to administer the contract on
the principal's behalf. Where no person has been appointed by the
Principal, it means the Principal or the Principal's representative.
1.3 ABBREVIATIONS
The following abbreviations are used throughout the specification:
AAMA American Architectural Manufacturers Association
AS Australian Standard
AS/NZS Joint Australian/New Zealand Standard
ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials
AWCINZ Association of Wall and Ceiling Industries of New Zealand Inc.
BCA Building Consent Authority
BRANZ Building Research Association of New Zealand
BS British Standard
CSIRO Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation
HERA Heavy Engineering Research Association
LBP Licensed Building Practitioner
MBIE Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (includes the old
DBH)
MPNZA Master Painters New Zealand Association Inc
NZBC New Zealand Building Code
NZS New Zealand Standard
NZS/AS Joint New Zealand/Australian Standard
NZTA New Zealand Transport Agency (previously TNZ)
NUO Network Utility Operator
PS1 Producer Statement – Design
PS2 Producer Statement – Design Review
PS3 Producer Statement - Construction
PS4 Producer Statement – Construction Review
RBW Restricted Building Work
SARNZ Scaffolding and Rigging Association New Zealand Inc
SED Specific Engineering Design
1.8 RESPONSIBILITY
Review of shop drawings does not relieve the contractor of responsibility for the
correctness of the shop drawings, site dimensions, the overall design, coordination and
performance, or for ensuring the work is carried out in compliance with the contract
documents. It does not remove the need for the contractor to comply with the stated
requirements, details and specifications of the manufacturers and suppliers of individual
This section relates to the excavating required for the building works, removing surface
soils and the disposal of excavated material.
Related work
Documents
Documents listed above and cited in the clauses that follow are part of this specification.
However, this specification takes precedence in the event of it being at variance with the
cited document.
Requirements
Performance
In made-up ground excavate down to a natural bearing. Remove unsuitable material that
is exposed and replace with compacted backfill.
1.7 INSPECTION
Arrange for inspections and before placing any new work. If bearing becomes
inadequate due to any cause then stop work and request further instructions.
2. PRODUCTS
Materials
2.3 ROCK
Defined as material encountered in excavations which because of its size or position can
be removed only by breaking up by explosives or mechanical plant such as jack hammers
or percussion drills.
3. EXECUTION
Conditions
3.1 REPORT
Report any survey pegs, bench marks, and the like on any features, leaving them
undisturbed until approval is given for removal.
3.2 COMPLY
Comply with the requirements of the WorkSafe NZ publication: Approved code of practice
for safety in excavation and shafts for foundations.
Application
Take special care when working close to retained trees and shrubs.
Finishing
Completion
3.18 LEAVE
Leave work to the standard required by following procedures.
This section relates to the supply, placing and compaction of materials for backfill,
basecourse or built-up ground, as required for the contract works.
Related work
Documents
Documents listed above and cited in the clauses that follow are part of this specification.
However, this specification takes precedence in the event of it being at variance with the
cited document.
2. PRODUCTS
Materials
2.7 HARDFILL
Scoria, crushed or river run rock to AP (All Passing) 65 grading.
3. EXECUTION
Conditions
Application
Alternative compaction plant may be used provided it can be shown that the density
requirement can be achieved.
3.22 LEAVE
Leave work to the standard required by following procedures.
3.23 REMOVE
Remove all debris and unused materials from the site.
4. SELECTIONS
4.1 HARDFILL AND BLINDING to be selected by the Contractor and approved by the
Geotechnical Engineer.
This section relates to the supply and installation of concrete strip footings of non-specific
design to NZS 3604 and NZS 4229, including;
- formwork, reinforcement, concrete mixes and the placing of concrete
Documents
1.2 DOCUMENTS
Refer to the general section 1233 REFERENCED DOCUMENTS. The following
documents are specifically referred to in this section:
NZS 3104 Specification for concrete production
NZS 3109 Concrete construction
NZS 3121 Water and aggregate for concrete
NZS 3604 Timber-framed buildings
NZS 4229 Concrete masonry buildings not requiring specific engineering design
NZS 4431 Code of practice for earth fill for residential development
AS/NZS 4671 Steel reinforcing materials
Requirements
1.3 QUALIFICATIONS
Concrete workers to be experienced, competent and familiar in the fabrication and
erection of formwork and with the materials and the techniques specified.
All work to be installed or supervised by a Registered Mason or licensed building
practitioner (LBP): Licensed for Bricklaying and Blocklaying 2: Structural Masonry. RBW
must be supervised by an LBP.
2. PRODUCTS
2.2 REINFORCEMENT
To AS/NZS 4671 Grade 300E deformed mild steel except for ties in plain round mild steel
and as detailed.
2.4 WATER
To NZS 3121. Water from a territorial authority/NUO water supply is acceptable.
3. EXECUTION
Ensure reinforcement is clean and remains clean so that at the time of placing concrete it
is free of all loose mill scale, loose rust and any other contamination that may reduce
bonding capacity.
3.8 FORMWORK
Use formwork of sufficient strength to retain and support the wet concrete to the required
profiles and tolerances. Select formwork finish to produce the specified finished quality.
Water blast to clean formwork. Keep formwork wet before concrete is placed.
3.9 REINFORCEMENT
Cut and bend bars using proper bending tools to avoid notching and to the requirements
of NZS 3109. Do not rebend bars. Where rebending is approved, use a purpose built
tool, proper preparation and preheating.
Longitudinal reinforcing and ties, refer to SELECTIONS for size and quantity.
Stepped footings to NZS 4229, at least 50% of the lower footing reinforcement shall be
turned up the step to a minimum of 450mm beyond the rebar intersection, and at least
50% of the upper footing reinforcement shall be carry on into the lower foundation wall to
a minimum of 450mm (350 with hook) beyond the rebar intersection.
3.12 COVER
Minimum cover 75mm.
3.13 OPENINGS
Footings to be continuous under openings unless shown otherwise.
Completion
3.18 REMOVE
Remove from the site materials not used.
4. SELECTIONS
4.1 CONCRETE
Normal concrete: 25.0 MPa
This section relates to formwork, reinforcement, concrete mixes and the placing of
concrete.
Documents
1.2 DOCUMENTS
Refer to the general section 1233 REFERENCED DOCUMENTS. The following
documents are specifically referred to in this section:
NZBC B1/AS1 Structure
NZBC E2/AS3 External moisture
AS 1366.3 Rigid cellular plastics for thermal insulation - Rigid cellular polystyrene
- Moulded (RC/PS - M)
NZS 3101.1 Concrete structures standard
NZS 3104 Specification for concrete production
NZS 3109 Concrete construction
NZS 3114 Specification for concrete surface finishes
NZS 3604 Timber-framed buildings
NZS 4229 Concrete masonry buildings not requiring specific engineering design
AS/NZS 4671 Steel reinforcing materials
AS/NZS 4858 Wet area membranes
CCANZ CP 01 Code of practice for weathertight concrete and concrete masonry
construction
2. PRODUCTS
2.3 REINFORCEMENT
Bars to AS/NZS 4671. Grade 300E deformed, other than for ties, stirrups and spirals,
unless shown otherwise on the drawings. Welded reinforcing mesh Class E to AS/NZS
4671.
Ensure reinforcement is clean and remains clean so that at the time of placing concrete it
is free of all loose mill scale, loose rust and any other contamination that may reduce
bonding capacity.
Securely fix and brace formwork sufficiently to support loads and with joints and linings
tight enough to prevent water loss. Do not use tie wires or rods unless approved in
writing by the Contract Administrator. Unless detailed otherwise, provide a 19mm
chamfer or fillet strip at all interior and exterior angles of beam and column forms. Mitre
at intersections.
Water blast to clean formwork. Keep formwork wet before concrete is placed.
Unless detailed otherwise, set up soffit boxing for beams and slabs to provide a camber
when forms are stripped, of 3mm rise for every 3 metres of total clear span.
3.5 ADJUSTMENTS
Use a purpose built tool for on site bending and to deal with minor adjustments to steel
reinforcement.
3.10 CASTING IN
Build in all grounds, bolts and fixings for wall plates and bracing elements, holding down
bolts, pipes, sleeves and fixings as required by all trades and as shown on the drawings,
prior to pouring the concrete.
Do not use grounds exceeding 100mm in length. Location and form of conduits to be
approved in writing by the Contract Administrator. Minimum cover 40mm. Do not encase
aluminium items in concrete. Do not paint steel embedded items more than 25mm into
the concrete encasement. Cut back form ties to specified cover and fill the cavities with
mortar.
Form all pockets, chases and flashing grooves as required by all trades and as shown on
the drawings.
Wrap all pipes embedded in concrete with tape to break the bond and to accommodate
expansion. Do not embed pipes for conveying liquids exceeding a temperature of 50°C
in concrete.
3.16 COMPACTION
Use power operated vibrators on foundations, vertical constructions and beams.
3.21 REMOVE
Remove all unused materials and all concrete and reinforcing debris from the site.
4. SELECTIONS
This section deals with general matters relating to all aspects of concrete work.
Documents
1.2 DOCUMENTS
Refer to the general section 1233 REFERENCED DOCUMENTS. The following
documents are specifically referred to in this section:
AS 1366.3 Rigid cellular plastics for thermal insulation - Rigid cellular polystyrene
- Moulded (RC/PS - M)
AS/NZS 1554.3 Structural steel welding - Welding of reinforcing steel
AS/NZS 2269.0 Plywood - Structural - Specifications
NZS 3101.1 Concrete Structures Standard
NZS 3104 Specification for concrete production
NZS 3109 Concrete construction *
NZS 3112.1 Methods of test for concrete - Tests relating to fresh concrete
NZS 3113 Chemical admixtures for concrete
NZS 3114 Specification for concrete surface finishes
NZS 3117 Pigments for Portland cement and Portland cement products
NZS 3121 Specification for water and aggregate for concrete
NZS 3122 Specification for Portland and blended cements (General and special
purpose)
NZS 3125 Specification for Portland-limestone filler cement
NZS 3604 Timber-framed buildings
NZS 3603 Timber Structures Standard
NZS 3631 New Zealand timber grading rules
NZS 4229 Concrete masonry buildings not requiring specific engineering design
AS/NZS 4357 Structural laminated veneer lumber
AS/NZS 4671 Steel reinforcing materials
AS/NZS ISO 9001 Quality management systems - Requirements
Alkali aggregate reaction (Cement and Concrete Association)
* A copy of NZS 3109 Concrete construction, must be held on site.
Requirements
1.4 QUALIFICATIONS
Workers to be experienced, competent and familiar in the fabrication and erection of
formwork and with the materials and the techniques specified.
1.5 INSPECTIONS
Refer to SELECTIONS for type of inspection.
1.6 RECORDS
Make and keep record of mix, time, date and location of each pour and make available on
request together with delivery dockets. Cross reference delivery dockets in pour records.
Performance
Conduct 7 day strength tests. After a 7 day test result of less than 60% of the specified
strength, concrete placement to stop until it is shown the suspect concrete complies with
the specification. Make all test records available.
Advise name of the suitably experienced and qualified representative who is responsible
for quality control of the concrete work. The representative is to sign a written quality
control checklist for each on site concrete pour. Provide a copy to the construction
reviewer in sufficient time for a pre pour inspection.
2. SELECTIONS
Documents
1.3 DOCUMENTS
Refer to the general section 1233 REFERENCED DOCUMENTS. The following
documents are specifically referred to in this section:
AS 1478 Chemical Admixtures for Concrete
NZS 3104 Specification for concrete production
NZS 3109 Concrete construction
NZS 3111 Methods of test for water and aggregate for concrete
NZS 3112.1 Methods of test for concrete - Tests relating to fresh concrete
NZS 3121 Specification for water and aggregate for concrete
NZS 3122 Specification for Portland and blended cements (General and special
purpose)
AS/NZS 4671 Steel reinforcing materials
ASTM C88 05 Standard Test Method for Soundness of Aggregates by use of Sodium
Sulphate or Magnesium Sulphate
Requirements
1.4 QUALIFICATIONS
Workers to be experienced, competent trades people familiar with the materials and
techniques specified.
Compliance information
1.8 CERTIFICATES
Provide laboratory test results for aggregates and certification of compliance with contract
requirements; test to NZS 3121.
Provide a certificate of compliance indicating that each of the following conform to the
appropriate standards.
- Portland Cement to NZS 3122
- Fly Ash - Pozzolan to AS 3582.1
- Reinforcing Steel to AS/NZS 4671
- Water to NZS 3111
2. PRODUCTS
Materials
2.1 CEMENT
All cement to NZS 3122, and AS 3972. Refer to SELECTIONS for types.
2.2 AGGREGATES
To NZS 3111, NZS 3104 and NZS 3121, from a source approved by the engineer.
Minimum density NZS 3111, Test Number 12 - 2500 kg/m³.
Reactivity ASTM C 289: Innocuous (All Rc and Sc points plotting left of the solid line on
the dissolved silica versus reduction in alkalinity plot).
Sodium Sulphate Soundness of Coarse Aggregate Only, to ASTM C88 05.
5 cycles: cumulative loss not greater than 12%.
Grading to NZS 3104.
2.3 SAND
To NZS 3111, NZS 3104 and NZS 3121, from a source approved by the engineer.
Minimum density NZS 3111, Test Number 16: -2500 kg/m³.
2.4 REINFORCEMENT
Strength Grade 300 and 500 deformed steel bars and welded reinforcing fabric (WRF)
conforming to AS/NZS 4671.
Ductility Class N and E.
Components
2.5 ADMIXTURES
To AS 1478.
Use air-entrained agent in accordance with ASTM C 260 to provide a total air content of
4% ± 1.5%, provided that, when the mean daily ambient air temperature in the vicinity of
the work falls below 5°C for more than one day, the total air content provided shall be of
6% ± 1.5%. Add air-entraining agent to the batch in a portion of the mixing water.
Additional admixtures may be added to concrete or grout at the Contractor's option, to
control the set, to reduce the heat of hydration, effect water reduction, improve
pumpability and increase workability. Admixtures shall be approved by the engineer and
shall comply with the following requirements;
- The quantity of admixture used and the method of mixing shall be in accordance with
the manufacturer's instructions and recommendations.
- Low range water reducer shall be either a hydroxylated carboxylic acid type or a
hydroxylated/polymer type.
- Admixtures containing calcium chloride will not be permitted.
- For difficult locations of limited access (such as in secondary concreting) a
superplasticiser admixture may be used.
2.6 WATER
To NZS 3121, except that chloride ion concentration shall not exceed 50ppm.
Accessories
Equipment
3. EXECUTION
Conditions
3.4 SLUMP
Measure slumps in accordance with NZS 3112, 5, unless otherwise approved by the
Engineer, based on the Contractors demonstration that a greater slump is required for
proper placement.
Perform a series of 15 compression tests on the trial batch. Initial evidence of suitability
of a mix design will be if the mean 28 day compressive strength of the 15 tests equals or
exceeds the appropriate minimum target mean strength of NZS 3104.
Do not place concrete in the permanent work until the mix design has qualified in these
tests. Should the source of materials or established procedures change, a new trial batch
may be required by the Engineer.
Installation/application
Except where the mixing water is heated, add water prior to, during and following the
mixer charging operations. When heated water is used during cold weather, place
approximately 75% of the hot water in the mixer either ahead of the aggregates or with
them. Add the cement after the aggregates. Add the final 25% of the water at a
moderate rate as a final component.
If the plant is not attaining the standards required for High Grade concrete production to
NZS 3104, cease concrete delivery until it is shown that the corrective action has been
taken.
3.9 IMPURITIES
Various impurity levels contained in the aggregate/cement shall be limited by the
following standards;
- sugar to AS 2758.1
- silt, clay and dust to NZS 3111
- coal, wood and other lightweight materials to NZS 3111
- chloride to NZS 3109
The Engineer may carry out additional testing on both aggregate and concrete. Ensure
the engineer has access to sample aggregates at the batching plant and concrete at the
worksite.
Moulding and curing of compression test cylinders shall be in accordance with NZS 3112,
3.
When concrete is liable to rejection in accordance with the single result criteria to NZS
3109, the Engineer may order the concrete represented by the particular test or tests to
be removed from the work.
When concrete is liable to rejection, the Contractor may elect to take cores in accordance
with NZS 3109, 9.5.7. Within one week of the rejection order and before taking any
action the Contractor shall notify the Engineer in writing of his intention to cut cores. The
Engineer will select the locations where cores will be taken. Cores shall be cut at the
Contractors expense. Cores shall be as large as is practicable up to a maximum of
100mm diameter. The compression testing of cores shall be undertaken by a testing
authority approved by the Engineer. The test results shall be corrected for shape of
specimen by multiplying the compressive strength obtained by the appropriate factor in
accordance with the following table.
Cores tested shall have dimensions which provide L/D values within the range of the
table. Intermediate values shall be obtained by linear interpolation. Apart from shape
factor corrections, no other correction factors shall be applied to the compression strength
test results from cores.
If the corrected compressive strength is in compliance with NZS 3109, 9.5.7, the concrete
will be deemed to be satisfactory and the structure will be accepted after the core holes
have been repaired to the satisfaction of the Engineer.
4. SELECTIONS
This section relates to the design and construction of formwork necessary to support and
confine the concrete and shape it to the required dimensions.
Documents
Conditions
1.4 INSPECTIONS
Give notice so that inspection may be made of the following;
- completed formwork before concrete placing
- used formwork, after cleaning and before re-use
2. PRODUCTS
Materials
Finishes
3. EXECUTION
Conditions
3.3 ACCURACY
Unless stated otherwise on the drawings permissible deviations from established lines,
grades, dimensions and cambers to remain within the tolerances laid down in NZS 3109:
table 5.1, Tolerances for precast components and table 5.2, Tolerances for in situ
construction.
3.5 LOADINGS
Design and construct formwork and falsework in accordance with sound engineering
principles to withstand the worst combination of:
- dead loads of formwork, reinforcement, concrete and precast elements such as floor
planks
- construction loads including dynamic effects of placing, compacting and construction
traffic
- wind and snow loads.
3.6 FALSEWORK
Carry strutting down to a construction sufficiently strong and stable to afford the required
support without permissible stress or deflections being exceeded. Prop through to other
floors if the construction load on a particular floor exceeds the design load.
3.8 CAMBERS
Cambers shown on the drawings or specified, relate to the concrete immediately before
formwork is struck. Unless otherwise shown on drawings, construct forms to achieve the
following:
- maximum deflection of face materials between strutting: 1/240th of span, but not
exceeding 6mm, or within the tolerances specified for surface finish in 3121
CONCRETE PLACEMENT
- maximum deflection of beams: 1/900th of span
- maximum deflection of cantilevers supporting construction loads: 1/300th of cantilever
length.
Use surface retarders to provide a key at construction joints. Use in accordance with the
manufacturer's stated requirements. Remove laitance, contamination and cracked or
dislodged aggregate before placing the continuing shutters and forms. Keep joints clean
and undamaged until placing concrete.
Application
3.13 FABRICATION
Fabricate formwork and falsework in a manner permitting its easy removal without
damage to the concrete. Provide positive means of adjustment to ensure the formwork is
secured in its correct position.
Provide a 20mm x 20mm chamfer to all corners unless detailed or noted otherwise.
Protect corners from damage during and after stripping.
3.23 EMBEDMENTS
Fix embedments through formwork to prevent movement, or loss of slurry or concrete
during concrete placement.
Finishing
Thoroughly clean any reinforcement coming in contact with release agent to remove all
traces of release agent.
Completion
4. SELECTIONS
This section relates to the supply, cutting, bending and fixing of steel bar and steel
welded reinforcement for concrete.
Documents
Requirements
2. PRODUCTS
Materials
Components
3. EXECUTION
Conditions
3.3 CLEANLINESS
Keep reinforcement clean so that at the time of placing concrete it is free of all loose mill
scale, loose rust and any other contamination that may reduce bonding capacity.
Assembly
3.6 ADJUSTMENTS
Use a purpose built tool for on site bending and to deal with minor adjustments to steel
reinforcement.
Application
3.9 SPACING
Spacing as dimensioned on the drawings but if not shown then the clear distance
between parallel bars in a layer, or the distance between layers, or the spacing of other
steel to the minimums laid down in NZS 3109: clause 3.6, Spacing of reinforcement.
Welded mesh for slabs to extend to within 50mm to 75mm of the slab outside edge or as
shown on drawings.
Completion
3.21 REMOVE
Remove all debris, unused materials and elements from the site.
4. SELECTIONS
Documents
2. PRODUCTS
Materials
Equipment
3. EXECUTION
Conditions
3.2 DEFECTS
Reject concrete with structural defects. Immediately after stripping formwork, identify all
defects and obtain direction. Do not carry out any repair work until directed and then only
in accordance with the direction. Repair defects by cutting out, making good and
replacing, or otherwise as directed.
Application
3.14 VIBRATORS
Use sufficient immersion vibrators, with one spare for emergency, to ensure that vibration
is achieved throughout the entire volume of each layer of concrete, and until complete
compaction is reached, to NZS 3109: clause 7.6, Compaction. Insert vibrators at points
approximately 500mm apart, and withdraw slowly after compaction.
Finishing
Curing
Protection
Completion
3.30 CLEAN UP
Clean up surrounding areas. Dispose of surplus concrete away from the site.
3.31 REMOVE
Remove all debris, unused materials and elements from the site.
4. SELECTIONS
Materials
This section relates to the production of normal and special concrete, as designated in
NZS 3104 and supplied by a ready-mix plant with a current Certificate of Audit.
Documents
2. PRODUCTS
Materials
2.1 CEMENT
Portland cement to NZS 3122.
2.3 SAND
Sand to NZS 3121.
Accessories
2.6 WATER
To NZS 3121.
3. EXECUTION
Conditions
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3.2 MEASUREMENT
Weigh aggregates and cement separately, to NZS 3104: table 2.2, Accuracy of
measurement with equipment tested to accuracy to NZS 3104: table 2.4, Accuracy of
weighing equipment and frequency of tests. Measure water by volume or weight.
3.3 MIXING
Carry out with stationary mixer and transport by truck agitator or revolving drum type with
all batches recorded and all to NZS 3104: clause 2.8, Concrete mixing.
4. SELECTIONS
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Documents
Requirements
1.4 PREPLANNING
Prior to shop drawing/manufacture of the precast panels liaise with the relevant parties to
ensure installation/on-site requirements are coordinated with the panel production. These
should include, but not limited to;
- construction and erection sequences
- transport and erection processes and equipment required for lifting, handling or stacking
- lifting inserts and other inserts required
- access for cranes and trucks, clearance and obstructions, loads to be applied to the
ground or structures by cranes or trucks
- loads to be applied from temporary propping or bracing, suitable foundations or
supports for propping and bracing
- temporary loads to be applied from storing or stacking precast elements
Provide shop drawings to show the general arrangement including, but not be limited to:
- size, spacing and cover of reinforcement
- details, position and layout of cast in items, including those for, lifting, handling,
fastening and connecting
- details of panel edges
- surface finish requirements and locations
- location and size of rebates, recesses and penetrations
- grout ducts
- concrete mix requirements and strength
- concrete volume and weight of finished unit for lifting
- for insulated panels, details of insulation, low conduction connectors/ties, vapour barrier
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- 10 working days (at least) before fabrication is planned to commence, provide shop
drawings for review.
- Do not commence fabrication of any panel before shop drawing review of the panel is
complete.
- Shop drawing review (and subsequent fabrication) can be carried out on an agreed
sectional/staged basis.
Use only precast concrete workers skilled and experienced in precast panel production.
2. PRODUCTS
Materials
2.1 CONCRETE
To NZS 3104.
Refer to 3129 CONCRETE PRODUCTION for concrete supply and to SELECTIONS for
concrete strength.
Components
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3. EXECUTION
Conditions
Application
3.6 CURING
Confirm in writing the system to be used for curing concrete. Cure panels, for a minimum
of 7 days and until minimum strength is achieved for safe lifting, handling, transportation
and erection. Keep the time between casting and the start of curing to an absolute
minimum. Apply a fine spray of water continuously over the curing period through a
system of nozzles placed to cover the whole of the panels being cured.
4. SELECTIONS
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Documents
Requirements
1.3 PREPLANNING
Prior to shop drawing/manufacture of the precast panels liaise with the precast
manufacturer and other relevant parties, to ensure installation/on-site requirements are
coordinated with the panel production. These should include, but not limited to;
- construction and erection sequences
- transport and erection processes and equipment required for lifting, handling or stacking
- lifting inserts and other inserts required
- access for cranes and trucks, clearance and obstructions, loads to be applied to the
ground or structures by cranes or trucks
- loads to be applied from temporary propping or bracing, suitable foundations or
supports for propping and bracing
- temporary loads to be applied from storing or stacking precast elements
2. PRODUCTS
Components
2.1 GASKETS
Proprietary type.
Accessories
2.3 SEALANTS
Polysulphide, polyurethane or silicone gap filling proprietary sealants.
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3. EXECUTION
Conditions
3.3 INSTALLATION
Carry out work in accordance with the Approved Code of Practice for the Safe Handling,
Transportation and Erection of Pre-Cast Concrete. In particular isolate and secure any
“drop zones” where panels may fall in the event of a failure of any item of equipment or
fastening.
Prior to lifting any panels from the truck, check and make a record of any damage to the
panels, and obtain approval from the Contract Administrator before incorporating a
damaged panel into the work.
3.4 LIFTING
Carry out work in accordance with the Approved Code of Practice for the Safe Handling,
Transportation and Erection of Pre-Cast Concrete.
Mobile crane positions to be arranged and prepared prior to panel delivery to provide
suitable clearances from power lines, trees and any obstructions for all operations
including lifting and positioning. Ensure the crane has adequate capacity and is suitable
for all aspects of the erection process.
Check that all necessary attachments; strong backs, materials and equipment for rigging,
reorienting, propping or bracing and fastening etc, are on site and available prior to
delivery of the panels.
Panels are to remain attached to the crane until they are either fully fixed into their final
position or adequately secured by temporary means.
3.6 PLACING
On positioning of the panel, check that all reinforcing and fixings line up with the
appropriate items on the preceding work. Also check fixings will function as intended, in
particularly fixings required to accommodate seismic movement. Ensure that there is no
damage caused to the panel, surrounding surfaces or fixings during placing.
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3.11 SEALANTS
Ensure at time of erection, that the limits of acceptable joint variation (from the
manufacturer's requirements) for each product are maintained. Prepare joints, protect
adjoining surfaces, seal joint surfaces, fit limiting rods and insert sealant to the gasket
manufacturer's requirements and temperature limits.
Completion
3.13 REPAIRS
Do not repair or patch damage to panels without written approval.
3.15 CLEAN UP
Clean up surrounding areas of trade waste and remove temporary works required for the
installation of the precast concrete items.
3.16 REMOVE
Remove debris, unused materials and elements from the site.
4. SELECTIONS
4.1 GASKETS
Manufacturer: ~ Refer Architect
Type/number: ~ Refer Architect
4.3 FLASHINGS
~ Refer Architect
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Location: ~Refer Architect
Manufacturer: ~Refer Architect
Type/brand: ~Refer Architect
~ Refer Architect
To be done by others.
~ Refer Architect
To be done by others.
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This section relates to the supply and fixing of chemical anchors, to attach steel frames,
plates and sections, etc to existing concrete structures.
Note: This section must be used in conjunction with NZS 3101.1 and NZS 3109.
Documents
1.3 DOCUMENTS
Refer to the general section 1233 REFERENCED DOCUMENTS. The following
documents are specifically referred to in this section:
AS 1111.1 ISO metric hexagon bolts and screws - Product grade C - Bolts
AS/NZS 1252 High-strength steel bolts with associated nuts and washers for
structural engineering
AS1444 Wrought alloy steels - Standard, hardenability (H) series and
hardened and tempered to designated mechanical properties
NZS 3101.1 Concrete structures standard
NZS 3109 Concrete Construction
AS/NZS 4671 Steel reinforcing materials
Warranties
Requirements
1.7 CO-ORDINATION
Refer to all drawings and calculations to ensure details and fixings required are provided
for in the installation of the chemical anchors.
1.8 QUALIFICATIONS
Installers to be experienced, competent trades people familiar with the materials and
techniques specified.
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1.10 NO SUBSTITUTIONS
Substitutions are not permitted to any of the specified systems, components and
associated products listed in this section, without written consent from the engineer.
Compliance information
1.12 INSPECTIONS
Notify the engineer when inspections are required, to certify;
- correct embedment
- type of resin used (as specified)
- quantity of resin used
2. PRODUCTS
3. EXECUTION
Conditions
Installation/application
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Deep series bolting i.e. Rebar or long threaded rod bolting generally requires a slow cure
resin. No substitutions of similar products by the same manufacturer are to be used
unless approved by the engineer in writing.
3.5 CO-ORDINATION
Refer to original drawings of the existing structure and steel fabrication drawings.
Use a detection system or carry out limited scabbling of the concrete to locate existing
reinforcement and setout hole locations for new steel fixtures.
Report immediately to the engineer if there are any clashes.
Completion
3.12 PROTECTION
Provide the following temporary protection of the finished work.
Commissioning
4. SELECTIONS
Substitutions are not permitted to the following, unless stated otherwise.
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This section relates to the supply and installation of hollow concrete masonry to NZS
4230 including;
- concrete masonry, mortar, reinforcement and grouting
- self insulating concrete masonry
1.3 DOCUMENTS
Refer to the general section 1233 REFERENCED DOCUMENTS. The following
documents are specifically referred to in this section:
NZBC B1/VM1 Structure
AS/NZS 2699 Built-in components for masonry
NZS 3101.1 Concrete structures standard - The design of concrete structures
NZS 3103 Specification for sands for mortars and plasters
NZS 3104 Specification for concrete production
NZS 3109 Concrete construction
NZS 3112.1 Methods of test for concrete - Tests relating to fresh concrete
NZS 3121 Water and aggregate for concrete
NZS 3604 Timber-framed buildings
NZS 4210 Masonry construction: Materials and workmanship
NZS 4230 Design of reinforced concrete masonry structures
AS/NZS 4455.1 Masonry units, pavers, flags, and segmental retaining wall units -
Masonry units
AS/NZS 4671 Steel reinforcing materials
AS/NZS 4858 Wet Area membranes
CCANZ CP 01 Code of practice for weathertight concrete and concrete masonry
construction
Requirements
1.5 QUALIFICATIONS
Carry out all masonry work with people competent and experienced in this type of work,
under the supervision of a suitably qualified tradesperson as required in NZS 4210.
All work to be installed or supervised by a Registered Mason or licensed building
practitioner (LBP): Licensed for Bricklaying and Blocklaying 2: Structural Masonry. RBW
must be supervised by an LBP.
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1.12 DURABILITY
To NZS 4230, Table 4.1 - Masonry durability requirements, and mortar to NZS 4210,
Table 2.E1. Refer to SELECTIONS.
Notes:
1. Mortar mixes to NZS 4210, 2.2.2.1.
2. Classifications to the three parts of AS/NZS 2699, R1 is light to heavy galvanised, R3
is heavy hot-dip galvanised, R4 is 316 stainless steel, R5 specific performance.
3. Cover is measured to NZS 4230 from the outside face of the block, assuming 30mm
shell thickness (or in brackets to the inside face of the block cell)
Performance - tests
1.13 TESTS
Carry out all required tests to NZS 4210, appendix 2A, Compressive strength tests for
mortar and grout.
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2. PRODUCTS
Materials
2.1 MASONRY
To AS/NZS 4455.1 with true and unblemished surfaces and arrises and from a single
manufacturer. Knock-in bond beam masonry not to be used. Use appropriate masonry
for intermittently filled construction where vertical reinforcement is placed prior to laying of
masonry.
Components
2.2 REINFORCEMENT
To AS/NZS 4671, deformed mild steel except for ties in plain round mild steel and as
detailed.
2.4 MORTAR
To NZS 4210, 2.2 Mortar.
Mix: M2, M3 or M4, refer to DURABILITY in SELECTIONS
Strength: 12.5 MPa
Bond strength: 200 kPa
Pigment: to NZS 3117
Do not rework if not used within 1.5 hours of adding cement.
A plasticiser may be used instead of lime.
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2.8 WATER
To NZS 3121. Water from a territorial authority/NUO water supply is acceptable.
Accessories
3. EXECUTION
Conditions
3.2 STORAGE
Store masonry units clear of the ground, under cover and well ventilated until placed in
the work.
Handle and store reinforcing steel and accessories without damage or contamination.
Store on timber fillets on hard ground in a secure area clear of any building operation.
Lay steel fabric flat.
Ensure reinforcement is clean and remains clean so that at the time of placing concrete it
is free of all loose mill scale, loose rust and any other contamination that may reduce
bonding capacity.
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3.6 TOLERANCES
Construct within the tolerances set out in NZS 4210, 2.6.5, Tolerances and clause 2.7,
Laying the units, unless specified otherwise on the drawings or in this specification. Lay
blocks with jointing of consistent thickness throughout.
Lay masonry to an even, plane surface with no deviation exceeding 3mm in 3 metres on
any surface in view in the finished work.
All construction joints between grout and concrete and between grout and grout similar to
Type B as described in NZS 3109, 5.6.3, prepared using an approved retarder, except
that the roughness at fine grout surfaces may be ±1.5mm above and below the average
level. Use a "double strength" retarder if necessary to suit the high cement content of the
grout.
Vertical joints between masonry and concrete to achieve full structural integration across
the joints. Allow to construct concrete work first with prepared vertical construction joints
at block junctions the same as for horizontal construction joints. Lay masonry so that all
courses have open ends abutting the existing concrete work.
3.8 COVER
Cover to NZS 4230, Table 4.1 - Masonry durability requirements, refer to DURABILITY
clause in SELECTIONS. Maintain reinforcing bars for retaining walls and bond beams, a
minimum of 15mm, and for other masonry a minimum of 9mm, from the masonry work
face, with the space filled with grout.
3.9 PROTECTION
Keep fair face block walls clean of mortar droppings, grout splashes, or stains of any kind
as the work proceeds and before any droppings set.
Application
3.11 SELECTION
For fair face walls select blocks for consistent colour, texture and lack of imperfections.
3.14 CUTTING
Always use a masonry saw to provide clean, accurate cuts, without chips.
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3.19 REINFORCEMENT
Cut and bend bars using proper bending tools to avoid notching and to the requirements
of NZS 3109. Do not rebend bars. Where rebending is approved, use a purpose built
tool, proper preparation and preheating.
3.22 BRACING
Provide temporary lateral bracing where necessary to ensure stability and until final
supporting construction is in place.
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NZS 4230, Fig 1a for block walls on grade only - Two wall, discontinuous reinforcement:
Horizontal reinforcement other than as noted above shall be discontinuous at control
joints. Debond reinforcement passing through control joints with bond break tape for
300mm minimum or as specified. Cells within the masonry units either side of the control
joints shall be vertically reinforced and grouted.
NZS 4230, Fig 1b for block walls on beams or grade - Single wall, continuous
reinforcement: Reinforcement required in lintels and in top course bond beams
connecting to floors and roofs shall be continuous through control joints. Debond
reinforcement passing through control joints with bond break tape for 150mm minimum
either side of the joint or as specified.
Application - grouting
3.28 INSPECTION
Inspect clean-out holes prior to grouting. Ensure that cells are clean and reinforcement is
correctly placed. Mortar back the clean-out hole shell after verifying the adequacy of
grout filling. If holes are covered in the completed work, boxing across the face may
replace the shell infill. Brace hole infills to prevent blowouts during grouting.
Completion
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3.40 REPLACE
Replace damaged, cracked or marked elements.
3.41 LEAVE
Leave work to the standard required by following procedures.
3.42 REMOVE
Remove debris, unused materials and elements from the site.
4. SELECTIONS
To be done by others.
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This section relates to the fabrication and erection of structural steel framing and steel
framed buildings of a general nature.
Documents
1.2 DOCUMENTS
Refer to the general section 1233 REFERENCED DOCUMENTS. The following
documents are specifically referred to in this section:
NZBC F5/AS1 Construction and demolition hazards
AS/NZS 1252 High strength steel bolts with associated nuts and washers for
structural engineering
AS/NZS 1554.1 Structural steel welding - Welding of steel structures
AS/NZS 1554.2 Structural steel welding - Stud welding (steel studs to steel)
AS 1627.4 Metal finishing - Preparation and pre-treatment of surfaces - Abrasive
blast cleaning
AS 1627.9 Metal finishing - Preparation and pre-treatment of surfaces - Pictorial
surface preparation standards for painting steel surfaces
AS/NZS 2980 Qualification of welders for fusion welding of steel
NZS 3404.1:1997 Steel Structures Standard
NZS 4781 Code of practice for safety in welding and cutting
AS/NZS ISO 9001 Quality systems - Requirements
AS 1111.1 ISO metric hexagon bolts and screws - Product grade C - Bolts
AS 1111.2 ISO metric hexagon bolts and screws - Product grade C - Screws
AS 1112.1 ISO metric hexagon nuts - Style 1 - Product grades A and B
AS 1897 Electroplated coatings on threaded components (metric coarse series)
AS 3828 Guidelines for the erection of building steelwork
HERA R4-99 Specification for the fabrication, erection and surface treatment of
structural steelwork
WorkSafe NZ Guidelines for the provision of facilities and general safety in the
construction industry
1.4 CO-ORDINATION
Refer to architectural, electrical and services drawings to ensure details and fixings
required are provided for in the structural steel work.
Requirements
1.6 QUALIFICATIONS
Welding operators to be experienced, competent workers, qualified to AS/NZS 2980,
familiar with the materials and techniques specified. Comply with NZS 3404.1 and
AS/NZS 1554.1. Welding operators to have passed the qualifications tests covering those
welding positions required to complete the work as set out in NZS 4781. Provide
evidence of qualifications on request.
Riggers to be experienced and competent workers, familiar with the materials and
techniques required.
Refer to the general section 1235 SHOP DRAWINGS for the requirements for submission
and review and the provision of final shop drawings.
Performance
1.9 INSPECTION
Inspect fabrication and construction of the structure to NZS 3404.1.
2. PRODUCTS
Materials
Grade 300, except RHS sections Grade 350, unless noted otherwise on the drawings.
Components
Accessories
2.3 ELECTRODES
To comply with and be selected for grade of steel being welded as required by AS/NZS
1554.1.
2.5 FLUX
Welding flux to be dry and from sealed containers.
3. EXECUTION
Conditions
3.1 GENERALLY
Construct to NZS 3404.1, section 14 (fabrication) and section 15 (erection). Identify steel
to NZS 3404.1.
3.2 DEFECTS
Discard any material or fabricated items showing defects affecting its structural integrity.
3.4 TOLERANCES
Comply with the tolerances laid down for holding down bolts, columns, beams and other
members in HERA R4-99 and NZS 3404.1. Comply with NZS 3404.1 for level and
alignment of beams and alignment and plumbing of struts.
Structural elements to comply for straightness, length, full contact splices and struts not
prepared for full contact with NZS 3404.1.
Assembly
3.9 CUTTING
Hand cut only where machine cutting is not possible. Cutting to comply with NZS
3404.1. Site cutting and welding are forbidden.
Application
3.11 WELDING
Carry out welding in accordance with AS/NZS 1554.1 and the additional requirements of
NZS 3404.1. Equipment to comply with AS/NZS 1554.1, clause 1.8.2.
3.13 HOLING
Comply with NZS 3404.1 for sizes, alignment, finishing, punching and flame cutting of
holes.
3.14 BOLTING
Bolting, including high strength bolting to comply with NZS 3404.1, section 14.3.6.
Ensure that at least one clear thread shows above the nut and at least one thread run out
is clear beneath the thread after tightening
Finishing
Where steel is only partly encased, then extend priming 30mm minimum into the concrete
encasement area.
4. SELECTIONS
Documents
1.3 DOCUMENTS
Refer to the general section 1233 REFERENCED DOCUMENTS. The following
documents are specifically referred to in this section:
AS 1111.1 ISO Grade metric hexagon bolts and screws Product grade C - Bolts
AS 1112.3 ISO metric hexagonal nuts - Part 1: Style 1 - Product grades A and B
AS/NZS 1163 Cold-formed structural steel hollow sections
AS 1237.1 Plain washers for metric bolts, screws and nuts for general purposes -
General Plan
AS/NZS 1252 High strength steel bolts with associated nuts and washers for
structural engineering
AS 1397 Continuous hot-dip metallic coated steel sheet and strip-Coatings of
zinc and zinc alloyed with aluminium and magnesium
AS/NZS 1554.1 Structural steel welding - Welding of steel structures
AS/NZS 1594 Hot rolled steel flat products
AS 1710 Non-destructive testing - Ultrasonic testing of carbon and low alloy
steel plate and universal sections - Test methods and quality
classification
AS 2074 Cast steels
AS/NZS 2980 Qualifications of welders for fusion welding of steels
NZS 3101.1 Concrete structures standard
NZS 3404.1 1997 Steel structures Standard
AS/NZS 3678 Structural steel - Hot rolled plates, floorplates and slabs
AS/NZS 3679.1 Structural steel - Hot rolled bars and sections
AS/NZS 3679.2 Structural steel - Welded I sections
AS 3828 Guidelines for the erection of building steelwork
AS/NZS ISO 3834 Quality requirements for fusion welding of metallic materials (Set)
Requirements
1.4 QUALIFICATIONS
Workers to be experienced, competent trades people familiar with the materials and
techniques specified.
Welders to have the appropriate AS/NZS 2980 Welder Certificate (or equal) for the work
to be carried out. Provide evidence if required.
1.6 SUB-CONTRACTORS
Submit names and contact details of proposed fabricator and installer.
1.9 TESTS
Submit evidence that the steel used in the work complies with the cited material
standards. Acceptable evidence is certified mill test reports, or test certificates issued by
the mill.
- If masonry anchors other than those shown on the drawings are required or proposed
for the support or fixing of structural steel, submit evidence of the anchor capacity to
carry the load.
- If anchor bolts do not meet specified location tolerances, submit proposals that will allow
steel erection to proceed.
- If splicing of structural members is intended, submit proposals.
- Submit details of proposed welding procedures, using the WPS form in AS/NZS 1554.1,
Appendix C.
- Identification marks - if members and/or connections are to be exposed to view submit
details of proposed marking.
- Distortions - submit proposals for preventing or minimising distortion or galvanized
components, welded components or welded and galvanized components, and
proposals for restoration to design shape.
Submit shop drawings for review to the Structural Engineer and Architect
.
- 5 working days (at least) before fabrication is planned to commence, provide shop
drawings for review.
- Complete shop drawing review before commencing fabrication.
Compliance information
1.13 INSPECTIONS
On Site Notice
Give notice so that inspection may be made of the following;
- steelwork on site before erection
- anchor bolts in position before casting in
- steelwork and column bases erected on site, before grouting, encasing, site painting or
cladding
- tensioning of bolts in categories 8.8/TB and 8.8/TF
- reinforcement and formwork in place prior to any encasement
- after any grouting, encasement, fire protection or site painting is completed
2. PRODUCTS
Materials
3. EXECUTION
Conditions
Installation
3.4 STRAIGHTENING
If correcting distorted members, conform to the submitted procedures and avoid damage.
Weld categories
3.8 WELDING
To AS/NZS 1554.1.
Bolting
3.9 BOLTING
Carry out in accordance with Bolting Category Schedule. For connections not
documented, submit proposals.
For bolting category 8.8/TF, contact surfaces to be clean, as rolled and free from applied
finishes.
Erection
3.15 ERECTION
To AS 3828. Ensure that every part of the structure has sufficient design capacity and is
stable under construction loads produced by the construction procedure or as a result of
construction loads, which are applied.
If required to justify the adequacy of the structure to sustain any loads and/or procedures
which may be imposed, provide calculations.
3.17 MOVEMENTS
Allow for thermal movements during erection.
3.20 HANDLING
Handle members or components without overstressing or deforming them. Wrap or
otherwise protect members or components to prevent damage to surface finishes during
handling and erection.
3.21 DRIFTING
Use drifting only to bring members in position, without enlarging holes or distorting
components.
3.22 REPAIRS
Repair finishes ensuring the full integrity of each phase and each coating.
Completion
Commissioning
3.24 TESTING
Conform to the non-destructive testing of bars and section schedule.
If full penetration butt welds are not possible due to geometry of steelwork, ‘Fit For
Purpose’ testing of welds will be required to be carried out to prove that design
intent is met. These testing records are to be provided directly to the engineer.
Non-destructive testing of bars to be carried out on a random basis and submitted to the
Structural Engineer.
This section relates to the supply and erection of timber framing, as a framed structure, or
as part of a partitioning system.
Documents
1.3 DOCUMENTS
Refer to the general section 1233 REFERENCED DOCUMENTS. The following
documents are specifically referred to in this section:
NZBC B2/AS1 Durability
AS/NZS 2904 Damp-proof courses and flashings
NZS 3602 Timber and wood-based products for use in building
NZS 3603 Timber structures standard
NZS 3604 Timber-framed buildings
NZS 3622 Verification of timber properties
NZS 3631 New Zealand timber grading rules
NZS 3640 Chemical preservation of round and sawn timber
WorkSafe NZ Guidelines for the provision of facilities and general safety in the
construction industry.
BRANZ BU 475 Structurally fixed cavity battens
*A copy of NZS 3604 Timber-framed building, must be held on site.
1.5 DIMENSIONS
All timber sizes except for roof battens are actual minimum dried sizes.
2. PRODUCTS
Materials
2.3 STRAPPING
Treated to NZBC B2/AS1, NZS 3602, table 1 and to NZS 3640, clause 6.3.1.
Species: Radiata pine
Grade: SG6
Size: 70mm x 45mm, 45mm x 45mm or 45mm x 19mm
fixings. To NZS 3602, table 1, reference 1D.10, Requirements for wood-based building
components to achieve a 50-year durability performance.
2.7 DPC
Refer to 4161 UNDERLAYS, FOIL AND DPC section
Components
2.8 NAILS
Type to NZS 3604, section 4, Durability, and of the size and number for each particular
types of joint as laid down in the nailing schedules of NZS 3604, sections 6-10.
3. EXECUTION
Conditions
3.2 EXECUTION
Execution to comply with NZS 3604, except as varied in this specification. Execution to
include those methods, practices and processes contained in the unit standards for the
National Certificate in Carpentry and the National Certificate in Joinery (cabinetry, exterior
joinery, stairs).
3.3 SEPARATION
Separate all timber framing timbers from concrete, masonry and brick by: -
- a full length polyethylene damp-proof membrane overlapping timber by at least 6mm; or
- a 12mm minimum free draining air space
3.5 TOLERANCES
Permissible deviations from established lines, grades and dimensions equal to or less
than the following. Multiples of given limits are not cumulative.
Application
3.6 SET-OUT
Set-out framing generally in accordance with the requirements of NZS 3604, to carry
superimposed loads and as required to support sheet linings and claddings. Set back
nogs 12.5mm from face of studs where required for back-blocking of plasterboard non-
tapered ends or edges.
3.11 CUTTING
Cutting for straightening to comply with NZS 3604, 8.5.3, Straightening studs.
Completion
3.23 CLEAN UP
Clean up timber framing as the work proceeds so no offcuts, chips, sawdust or any other
matter or items remain behind the claddings or linings.
3.24 LEAVE
Leave work to the standard required by following procedures.
3.25 REMOVE
Remove debris, unused materials and elements from the site.
4. SELECTIONS