Avoiding Delays & Variations with Seriously Big Door Designs

Description

At the end of this presentation, you should be able to:
1. Understand how Australian Standards, NCC and site-specific conditions influence the structural design of large access doors.
2. Recognize how door systems interact with the building super-structure and why accommodating structural movement is critical to performance.
3. Understand how large access doors contribute to building envelope performance, including thermal, acoustic and sealing requirements.
4. Recognize Safety in Design obligations and the key operational and maintenance risks associated with large door systems.
5. Understand why early engagement of a door specialist is essential to successful design coordination and project delivery.
6. Identify the key building elements that must be coordinated when specifying large access door systems.
7. Understand how to select the most appropriate door type for your project, ensuring it is fit for purpose.

NSCA Performance Criteria
Practice Management and Professional Conduct: PC12, PC16
Project Initiation and Conceptual Design: PC24, PC26, PC28
Detailed Design and Construction Documentation: PC39