The International Building Code (IBC) mandates that concrete formwork be designed, fabricated, erected and removed in accordance with the American Concrete Institute’s ACI 318 Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete. ACI 318 Section R26.11 outlines the minimum performance requirements for formwork to ensure safety and effectiveness, while ACI 347 Guide to Formwork for Concrete provides additional guidance on formwork design, materials and construction methods.
This publication is designed for: contractors, builders, inspectors, engineers, code officials
This publication contains an overview of the importance of adhering to PS 1 plywood specifications and provides a chart explaining the connection between International Building Code (IBC), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and ACI regulations for concrete formwork.
Published by APA — The Engineered Wood Association.
las especificaciones de la norma PS 1 para madera contrachapada para cumplir con los criterios de rendimiento de los materiales establecidos en ACI 318/347, según lo exige el IBC
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