Designing for safer concrete structures. Outlining how designers can make a difference

The Concrete Centre, 2011
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Current

Supplement

Civil & Structural Supplement

Abstract

Gives guidance on health and safety risk management in design, construction and operation of concrete structures. Covering issues which may affect construction personnel or building occupiers.

Author

Carpenter, J.

History

CCIP-043.

ISBN

9781908257048

Subjects

  • Building systems/frame
  • Special subject areas
  • Health and safety
  • Building structure
  • Concrete building systems/frame

Publisher History

The Concrete Centre is the central development organisation for the UK concrete sector and provides material, design and construction guidance. Their aim is to enable all those involved in the design, use and performance of concrete to realise the potential of the material. Funded by 15 major cement and concrete organisations, the Concrete Centre works alongside the British Cement Association, The Concrete Society, and the ready mix and precast concrete industries to ensure an integrated approach from the concrete sector to technical support, research, education, training and information services. The Reinforced Concrete Council and the Ready Mixed Concrete Bureau are now part of The Concrete Centre.

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NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.

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