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1. STRUCTURE 0345b Steel protective paint coatings Location Primer Second Coat Third Coat conforming to conforming to Epoxy MIO Conforming Conforming to AS NZS 2312 ACC6 AS NZS 3750 9 Type 2 to AS NZS 3750 14 AS NZS 3750 5 Steel protection and decoration for green buildings AS NZS 2312 Category A and B Location Primer Second Coat Third Coat Interior non decorative 50 um waterborne nil nil inorganic zinc conforming to AS NZS 3750 15 Type 3 VOC lt 15 g lt Internal decorative 50 um waterborne 40 um waterborne nil inorganic zinc conforming acrylic 3 ASINZS 3750 16 VOC lt 15 g lt VOC lt 75 gilt External non decorative 75 um waterborne Nil nil conforming to inorganic zinc conforming AS NZS 2312 IZS2 to AS NZS 3750 15 Type 3 VOC lt 15 g lt External decorative 75 um waterborne 40 um waterborne nil exceeding AS NZS 2312 IZS2 inorganic zinc conforming to AS NZS 3750 15 Type 3 VOC lt 15 gilt Acrylic Conforming to AS NZS 3750 16 VOC lt 75 gilt Steel protection and decoration for green buildings AS NZS 2312 Category C D and E Location Primer Second Coat Third Coat Interior non decorative 50 um waterborne nil nil inorganic zinc conforming to AS NZS 3750 15 Type 3 VOC lt 15 g lt Internal decorative 50 um waterborne 40 um waterborne nil inorganic zinc conforming Acrylic to AS NZS 3750 15 Type Conforming to 3 AS NZS 3750 16 VOC lt 15 g lt VOC lt
2. 0723 Evaporative coolers Requirement GBCA document IEQ 12 Internal noise levels Ene 1 Greenhouse gas emissions IEQ 12 Document upper limits of noise caused by evaporative coolers in the Evaporative cooler schedule Ene 1 Document systems that contribute to reducing the building s greenhouse gas emissions to levels below the Conditional Requirement 0724 Air handling plant combined Requirement GBCA document IEQ 11 Hazardous materials IEQ 12 Internal noise levels Ene 1 Greenhouse gas emissions Emi 4 Insulant ODP IEQ 11 Document the removal of asbestos lead and PCBs in accordance with the standards listed in Table IEQ 11 1 IEQ 12 Document upper limits of noise caused by units in the Air handling unit schedule Ene 1 Document systems that contribute to reducing the building s greenhouse gas emissions to levels below the Conditional Requirement Emi 4 Document thermal insulation that is free of ozone depleting substances in both manufacture and composition 0725 Air handling plant built up Requirement GBCA document IEQ 11 Hazardous materials IEQ 12 Internal noise levels Ene 1 Greenhouse gas emissions Emi 4 Insulant ODP IEQ 11 Document the removal of asbestos lead and PCBs in accordance with the standards listed in Table IEQ 11 1 IEQ 12 Document upper limits of noise caused by units in the Air handling unit schedule Ene 1 Document systems that contribute to
3. 3 EXECUTION 3 1 GENERAL General Product warnings Conform to the requirements and recommendations of product MSDS s 3 2 PROTECTION Surroundings Protection Prevent the release of abrasive overspray or paint waste debris to air ground or to any watercourse Repair or clean affected surrounding areas Damage Prevent damage to other assets services or equipment Contamination Coating contamination Prevent contamination of coatings contaminated from abrasive or other foreign matter Surfaces Prevent contamination of coated surfaces which are not yet dry from blasting dust abrasive or surface preparation debris Post application care General Provide protection to the coating against damage until all components are fully cured Care Stack and handle all coated items using fabric slings or padded chains Adopt soft packaging carpet strips or other deformable materials between all coated items Water ponding Stack coated items to prevent water ponding 3 3 SURFACE PREPARATION General Defects Remove all surface defects including cracks laminations deep pitting weld spatter slag burrs fins sharp edges and other defects prior to the preparation of the surface to be coated Temporary welds Grind flush temporary welds Wherever possible avoid site welding Weld porosity skip or stich welds are unacceptable and shall be rejected as defective Edges De burr and round all edges to a 2 mm radius 137 NATSPE
4. 3 EXECUTION 3 1 POLYMERIC FILM UNDERLAY Location General Under slabs on ground including integral ground beams and footings provide a vapour barrier or in areas prone to rising damp or salt attack a damp proofing membrane Installation General Lay over the base lap joints at least 200 mm and seal the laps and penetrations with waterproof adhesive tape Face the laps away from the direction of concrete pour Take the underlay up vertical faces past the damp proof course where applicable and tape fix at the top Patch or seal punctures or tears before pouring concrete Cut back as required after concrete has gained strength and forms have been removed Base preparation Graded prepared subgrade Blind with sufficient sand to create a smooth surface free from hard projections Wet the sand just before laying the underlay 3 2 CONCRETE General General Provide concrete in conformance with the following in the Selections Properties table performance Elapsed delivery time General Ensure that the elapsed time between the wetting of the mix and the discharge of the mix at the site is in conformance with the Elapsed delivery time table Do not discharge at ambient temperature below 10 C or above 30 C Elapsed delivery time table Concrete temperature at time of discharge C Maximum elapsed time hours 10 24 2 00 24 27 1 50 27 30 1 00 30 32 0 75 Pre mixed supply Addition
5. 69 NATSPEC Apr 08 linsert date SITE 0250b Landscape gardening Freedom from pests and disease Pests and disease Supply plants with foliage free from attack by pests or disease Native species with a history of attack by native pests Restrict plant supply to those with evidence of previous attack to lt 15 of the foliage and ensure absence of actively feeding insects Root system Requirement Supply plant material with the root system Well proportioned in relation to the size of the plant material Conducive to successful transplantation Free of any indication of having been restricted or damaged Root inspection If inspection is by the removal of soil test as follows For gt 100 samples Inspect 1 For lt 100 samples Inspect 1 sample Sample plants Replace Rejection Root bound stock 3 EXECUTION 3 1 PREPARATION Weed eradication Herbicide Eradicate weeds using environmentally acceptable methods such as a non residual glyphosate herbicide in any of its registered formulae at the recommended maximum rate Manual weeding Regularly remove by hand rubbish and weed growth throughout grassed planted and mulched areas Remove weed growth from an area 750 mm diameter around the base of the trees in grassed areas Continue eradication throughout the course of the works and during the planting establishment period Vegetative spoil Remove vegetative spoil from site Do not burn
6. Between leaves in solid masonry construction Rate of construction Regulate the rate of construction to eliminate joint deformation slumping or instability Rods Set out Construct masonry to the following rods 75mm high units 7 courses to 600 mm 90 mm high units 6 courses to 600 mm 190 mm high units 3 courses to 600 mm Weather protection General Keep the top surface of brickwork and blockwork covered to prevent the entry of rainwater Temporary support General If the final stability of the brickwork or blockwork is dependent on structural elements to be constructed after the brickwork or blockwork provide proposals for temporary support or bracing 3 2 CONTROL OF MOVEMENT Joints General Provide joints as follows NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 123 linsert date STRUCTURE 0331b Brick and block construction Contraction joints for concrete and calcium silicate masonry Maximum length of continuous wall 6 m Minimum width of control joint 10 mm Expansion joints for clay brickwork Maximum length of continuous wall 6 m Maximum vertical spacing 8 m Width of vertical joint gt 10 mm lt 20 mm Width of horizontal joint gt 15 mm lt 20 mm 3 3 MASONRY DUCT RISERS Location General Build a one piece corrosion resistant metal tray to the masonry duct risers at roof level Installation General Cut an opening for the riser Turn tray edges up 25 mm around the opening 13 mm cle
7. CIR Credit Interpretation Request FSC Forest Stewardship Council GBCA Green Building Council of Australia GWP Global Warming Potential ODP Ozone Depleting Potential PCBs Polychlorinated Biphenyls PVC Polyvinylchloride TVOC Total Volatile Organic Compounds VOC Volatile Organic Compounds Green Star Technical Manual clause abbreviations Eco Land use and ecology Emi Emissions Ene Energy IEQ Indoor environment quality Inn Innovation Man Management Mat Materials Tra Transport Wat Water Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC Oct 08 11 15 01 2009 GENERAL 0169 Green star office as built submissions Definitions General To ISO 16818 GBCA reference document Document GBCA publication Technical Manual Green Star Office Design amp Office As Built Version 3 2008 1 4 SUBMISSIONS Monitoring Mechanical services Submit the monitoring documents to the principal Environmental management Provide and implement an Environmental management plan to the NSW Environmental Management System Guidelines 1998 Section 4 and Appendix C Certification To AS NZS ISO 14001 Waste management Provide and implement a Waste management plan and demonstrate the achievement of 80 of waste by weight being re used or recycled Verification Submit records General Requirement Submit the required documentation for the cl
8. Concrete reinforcement Concrete in situ Concrete post tensioned Concrete finishes 1 3 STANDARDS Methods and equipment Precast members Comply with the recommendations of CIA 248 Precast flat panels To AS 3850 1 4 INTERPRETATION Definitions General For the purposes of this worksection the definitions given in AS 3850 clause 1 3 and the following apply Precast units Concrete elements manufactured in other than their final position including elements manufactured on site but excluding tilt up panels Project design engineer The engineer responsible for the design of the precast concrete elements as part of the overall design of the complete structure This design is for in service conditions and covers the performance of the precast concrete elements as part of the complete structure Erection design engineer The engineer responsible for the design aspects related to manufacture and construction including the handling transportation erection bracing and propping and lateral stability of the individual precast concrete elements 1 5 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give notice so that inspection may be made of the following Formwork dimensions and stability Panel edge details and penetrations Connection materials and inserts in place Reinforcement and or prestressing tendons in place Concreting Stripping and storage Site erection including fixings in situ topping NATSPEC
9. Ene 3 Document lighting levels in the Luminaire schedule 0952 Luminaires custom built Requirement GBCA document IEQ 6 High frequency ballasts IEQ 7 Electric lighting levels Ene 1 Greenhouse gas emissions Ene 3 Lighting power density IEQ 6 Document high frequency ballasts for fluorescent luminaries in the Custom built luminaire schedule IEQ 7 Document lighting levels in the Custom built luminaire schedule Ene 1 Document systems that contribute to reducing the building s greenhouse gas emissions to levels below the Conditional Requirement Ene 3 Document lighting levels in the Luminaire schedule Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC Oct 08 27 15 01 2009 GENERAL 0171b General requirements 0171b GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 1 GENERAL 1 1 PRECEDENCE Precedence General Requirements of subsequent worksections of the specification override conflicting requirements in this worksection 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES Common requirements Associated worksections Conform to the following Adhesives sealants and fasteners Fire stopping Metals and prefinishes Termite control management Timber finishes and treatment Cross referencing Within the text Worksection titles are indicated by talicised text Clause titles are indicated by Bold text 1 3 REFERENCED DOCUMENTS Contractual relationships General Responsibilities and duties of the principa
10. 0185 TIMBER FINISHES AND TREATMENT 1 GENERAL 1 1 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection 1 2 INTERPRETATION Definitions General For the purposes of this worksection the definitions given below apply Plywood To AS NZS 4491 Standard trade common names To AS NZS 1148 Groups of timbers Terms employed for that purpose in relevant Australian standards 1 3 SUBMISSIONS Materials Rainforest species Submit source certification Pressure preservative treatment For timber required to be pressure treated submit a certificate or other satisfactory evidence showing that the timber has been treated 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 TIMBER Durability General Provide timbers having natural durability appropriate to the conditions of use or preservative treated timber of equivalent durability Natural durability class of heartwood To AS 5604 Minimum requirements Class 1 Timbers in contact with ground Class 2 Timbers above ground not in continuous contact with moisture well ventilated protected from moisture but exposed to the weather Class 3 Timbers above ground not in continuous contact with moisture well ventilated protected with a finish and well maintained Class 4 Timbers fully protected from moisture indoors above ground and well ventilated Lyctus susceptible timbers General Do not provide timbers containing Lyctus susceptible sapwood Prese
11. 3 1 PREPARATION Substrates General Ensure substrates are as follows Clean and free of any deposit or finish which may impair adhesion or location of tiles If walls are plastered remove loose sand If walls or floors are framed or discontinuous support members are in full lengths without splicing If floors are solid or continuous Excessive projections are removed Voids and hollows gt 10 mm with abrupt edges are filled with a cement sand mix not stronger than the substrate nor weaker than the bedding Depressions lt 10 mm are filled with a latex modified cementitious product with feathering eliminated by scabbling the edges Cracks in substrates wider than 1 5 mm are filled with a filler compatible with the membrane system Absorbent substrates If suction is excessive control it by dampening but avoid over wetting and do not apply mortar bedding to substrates showing surface moisture Dense concrete If not sufficiently rough to provide a mechanical key roughen by scabbling or the like to remove 3 mm of the surface and expose the aggregate then apply a bonding treatment NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 254 linsert date FINISH 0621 Waterproofing wet areas Moisture content Concrete substrates Cure for gt 21 days Moisture content Verify that the moisture content of the substrate is compatible with the water vapour transmission rate of the membrane system by testing to AS NZS 2455 1 Appendix B
12. After construction including rehabilitation activities and maintenance of erosion and sedimentation controls Completed environmental management plan Submit before work commences on site Soil erosion and sediment control plan Submit a soil erosion and sediment control plan and include the following details Staging of operations and sequence of works Diversion of upstream water around the site Provision of temporary drains and catch drains Application of diversion dispersal and or retention measures to concentrate flows to control and dissipate stormwater through the site without damage Spreader banks or other structures to disperse concentrated runoff Temporary grassing or other treatments such as contour ploughing or bunding to disturbed areas and long term stockpiles Restoration of disturbed areas in progress with the works Use of mulch materials to protect disturbed or exposed areas where suitable Areas Include all site areas and access and haulage tracks borrow pits stockpile and storage areas and compound areas Waste management plan Submit a waste management plan and identify major waste streams that will be generated during the contract including Green waste and organic waste Construction waste including Spoil Demolition waste Asphalt or bitumen Concrete Metal Paint materials and empty containers Office waste Kitchen waste Sewage effluent For each waste stream indicat
13. Bolts General Provide bolts including barrel bolts flush bolts and tower bolts with keepers including lock plates staples ferrules or floor sockets Mortar guards General For steel door frame installations provide mortar guards designed to enable the full extension of the lock tongue or similar devices and the correct operation of the locking mechanism Rebated doors General For mortice locks or latches to rebated doors provide purpose made rebated pattern items Strike plates General Use strike plates provided with the locks or latches Do not provide universal strike plates 2 5 DOOR CONTROLLERS General Performance Provide door controllers pivots flow or overhead door closers and automatic door operators which are suitable for the door type size weight and swings required and the operating conditions including wind pressure Automatic door operators Description Provide complete automatic door operators for opening and closing doors including door hanging hinges pivots or sliding gear and electrical connection to distribution board Installation Provide necessary recesses and cores grout in components where required and make good Provide cover plates for access to units in door heads frames or transoms Automatic adjustable function If the door opening angle or width is manually set below the maximum possible under conditions of continuous traffic the doors must automatically creep to full opening r
14. Fasteners cast into the concrete of the building structure Do not displace reinforcement when locating embedded items Chemical fixings expanding bolt sockets Bolting or welding to brackets or structural framing Submission If other methods of fixing e g preformed pockets or explosive tools are proposed submit details Standard for embedment For concrete To AS 3600 For masonry To AS 3700 Fixing brackets Requirement Fasteners and other methods of attachment of the screens to the structure Provide the following characteristics Three way adjustment to accommodate fabrication and construction tolerances Provision for building movements while fixing the screens in their correct positions Adequacy for structural design actions Protection Cast in items Prevent the entry of concrete slurry into bolt holes channels and other openings for the fasteners Fill the openings using an easily removed water repellent material before casting in Tolerance on placement Fasteners generally Maximum deviation from correct position 13 mm Fastener channels embedded parallel or perpendicular to the edge of a concrete structural member Minimum length of embedded anchor 200 mm Minimum distance from the concrete edge to the nearest part of the anchor 100 mm 3 4 INSTALLATION Installation tolerance limits Alignment Maximum deviation of any member from its true alignment plumb level or line of slop
15. Joints Fill and flush up all joints and fixings in each layer and caulk up perimeters and penetrations before commencing succeeding layers Stagger all sheet joints by minimum 200 mm NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 212 insert date INTERIOR 0511b Lining Joints Flush joints Provide recessed edge sheets and finish flush using perforated paper reinforcing tape Butt joints Make joints over framing members or otherwise provide back blocking External corner joints Make joints over metallic coated steel corner beads Dry joints Provide square edged sheet and finish with a UPVC joining section Control joints Install purpose made metallic coated control joint beads at not more than 12 m centres in walls and ceilings and to coincide with structural movement joints Wet areas Install additional supports flashings trim and sealants as required Joints in tiled areas Do not apply a topping coat after bedding perforated paper tape in bedding compound 6 3 FIBRE CEMENT LINING Supports General Install timber battens or proprietary cold formed galvanized steel furring channels as follows Where framing member spacing exceeds the recommended spacing Where direct fixing of the fibre cement is not possible due to the arrangement or alignment of the framing or substrate Where the lining is the substrate for tiled finishes Installation General Run sheets across the framing members In flush jointed applications stagge
16. Amat Apr 08 58 insert date SITE 0222b Earthwork Disposal of excess topsoil On site Dispose of surplus topsoil remaining on site by spreading evenly over the areas already placed Off site Remove excess topsoil from the site and dispose of legally Compaction Lightly compact topsoil so that the finished surface is smooth free from lumps of soil at the required level ready for cultivation and planting Edges Finish topsoil flush with abutting kerbs mowing strips and paved surfaces Feather edges into adjoining undisturbed ground 3 10 COMPACTION REQUIREMENTS FOR FILL AND SUBGRADE Density General Other than rolled fill to AS 2870 clause 6 4 2 b Compact the subgrade and each layer of fill to the required depth and density as a systematic construction operation and to conform to the Compaction table Shape surfaces to provide drainage and prevent ponding Compaction table Location Cohesive soils Cohesionless soils Minimum dry density Minimum density ratio standard index to AS 1289 5 6 1 compaction to AS 1289 5 4 1 Residential Lot fill house sites 95 70 Commercial Fills to support minor loadings incl floor loadings 98 75 lt 20 kPa and isolated pad or strip footings lt 100 kPa Pavements Fill to support pavements 95 70 Subgrade to 300 mm deep 98 75 Excavated and stripped ground surface After excavation and or stripping these surfaces should also be compacted in
17. Ene 1 Document systems that contribute to reducing the building s greenhouse gas emissions to levels below the Conditional Requirement Emi 1 Document the use of refrigerants with zero Ozone Depleting Potential ODP Emi 2 Document the use of refrigerants with a Global Warming Potential GWP of 10 or less These are essentially the natural refrigerants including ethane ammonia and carbon dioxide As they are less safe than synthetic refrigerants caution is indicated Emi 3 Document sensors for detecting refrigerant leaks Emi 4 Document thermal insulation that is free of ozone depleting substances in both manufacture and composition Emi 8 Document non water based heat rejection systems 0722 Room airconditioners Requirement GBCA document Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC Oct 08 20 15 01 2009 GENERAL 0169 Green star office as built submissions IEQ 12 Internal noise levels Ene 1 Greenhouse gas emissions Emi 4 Insulant ODP Emi 8 Legionella IEQ 12 Document upper limits of noise caused by airconditioning units in the Room airconditioner schedule Ene 1 Document systems that contribute to reducing the building s greenhouse gas emissions to levels below the Conditional Requirement Emi 4 Document thermal insulation that is free of ozone depleting substances in both manufacture and composition Emi 8 Document non water based heat rejection systems
18. Individual rung ladder A ladder without stiles each rung of which is individually attached to a structure or equipment Ladder A structure with treads or rungs with or without stiles and handrails Rung ladder A ladder consisting of stiles and rungs Step ladder A ladder consisting of stiles treads and handrails Ladder cage A fixed enclosure which encircles the climbing space of a ladder Landing A level area used to provide access to a stairway or ladder or located at an intermediate level in a system of stairways or ladders Nosing The rounded edge of the tread projecting over the riser Rise The vertical height from the top of one tread to the top of the next Stairway A sloping stepped structure having no less than three rises and having a slope within the range of 26 5 and 45 inclusive Stile A side member that supports the treads or rungs of a ladder Synonymous with string or stringer Walkway A passageway that is either level or sloping from the surrounding floor A walkway can be a continuous structure or steps with landings 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 STAINLESS STEEL FINISHES Sample General Provide a finish to match the sample in terms of the mill grade and finish process Pre assembly Mechanically polished and brushed finishes Apply grit faced belts or fibre brushes that achieve uni directional finishes with buffing as required to the following Bead blasted finish Provide a uniform non directional l
19. Manufacture and installation To AS NZS 4666 Glass thickness selection To AS 1288 2 3 GLAZING MATERIALS General Glazing materials including putty glazing compounds sealants gaskets glazing tapes spacing strips spacing tapes spacers setting blocks and compression wedges Appropriate for the conditions of application and the required performance NATSPEC Jan 06 Amdt Oct 08 196 insert date ENCLOSURE 0461b Glazing Jointing materials Compatability Provide recommended jointing and pointing materials which are compatible with each other and with the contact surfaces and non staining to finished surfaces Do not provide bituminous materials on absorbent surfaces Glazing tapes Standards To AAMA 800 Products coded 804 3 806 3 807 3 as applicable Elastomeric sealants General Provide elastomeric sealants in conformance with the Elastomeric sealant schedule Sealing compound polyurethane polysulphide acrylic Single component Type II Class A Multi component To ASTM C920 Sealing compound silicone Single component Class A Multi component To ASTM C920 Sealing compound butyl To ASTM C1311 Glazing compounds To AAMA 802 3 Types or II or 805 2 as applicable Narrow joint seam sealer To AAMA 800 Products coded 803 3 Exterior perimeter sealing compound To AAMA 800 Non drying sealant To AAMA 800 Expanded cellular glazing tape To AAMA 800 Very high bond pressure
20. Species Provide written certification that all plant material is true to the required species and type Replacement plants Species Provide written certification that all plant material is true to the required species and type 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 GRASS Turf Supplier Obtain turf from RENAZA turf Quality Provide turf of even thickness free from weeds and other foreign matter 2 2 PLANTS Labelling General Clearly label individual plants and batches Label type To withstand transit without erasure or misplacement Health and vigour Health Supply plants with foliage size texture and colour at time of delivery consistent with the size texture and colour shown in healthy specimens of the nominated species Vigour Supply plants with extension growth consistent with that exhibited in vigorous specimens of the species nominated Damage Supply plants free from damage and from restricted habit due to growth in nursery rows Stress Supply plants free from stress resulting from inadequate watering excessive shade or excessive sunlight experienced at any time during their development Site environment Supply plants that have been grown and hardened off to suit the conditions that could reasonably be anticipated to exist on site at the time of delivery Root development Containers Grow plants in their final containers for the following periods Plants lt 25l size gt 6 weeks Plants gt 25l size gt 12 weeks
21. The contractor shall consult and cooperate with safety and health representatives if any and other employes at the workplace regarding occupational safety and health at the workplace Contractor to be aware of and comply with WA Occupational Health and Safety Acet 1984 Contractor and owner to observe confidentiality Publicity Do not issue information concerning the project for publication in the media without prior written approval of the owner Refer to the owner enquiries from the media concerning the project Compliance with the law Requirements of authorities The owner before entering into the contract has given the notices paid the fees and obtained the permits approvals and other authorisations stated in the Prior applications and approvals schedule Prior applications and approvals schedule Prior notices given and Fees paid Permits approvals and applications made authorisations received Development Approval Approval to Commence Development Serial No 5 2007 416 1 Authority conditions schedule Authority Document Condition Town of Vincent Approval to Commence Environmental Health specific Development Serial No requirements 5 2007 416 1 Engineering specific requirements Building specific requirements All to be submitted by owner prior Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC 9 15 01 2009 0142 Preliminaries ABIC SW 1
22. Timber Adhesive and nail Steel Metal coated self drilling tapping screws with the heads finishing below the surface Movement control joints 12 mm gap at abutting building elements Fabrication Off site Basic trays Minimum bending radius 1 75 mm Fixing Fix pans to the deck with concealed clips at 250 mm maximum centres Seams Roof pitch lt 25 Double standing seam Walls and roof pitches gt 25 Roll cap seam Method Mechanically form and welt seal in situ using a self propelled seaming machine to stand 25 mm high on completion Dress seams flat at gutters ridges and hips and fold both pan and seam down into gutters and up to form stop ends at ridges and hips Ridge and hip capping Lock welt to the upturn of the roofing 3 10 ROOF PLUMBING Jointing sheet metal rainwater goods Butt joints Make joints over a backing strip of the same material Soldered joints Do not solder aluminium or aluminium zinc coated steel Sealing Seal fasteners and mechanically fastened joints Fill the holes of blind rivets with silicone sealant Flashings Installation Flash roof junctions upstands abutments and projections through the roof Preform to required shapes where possible Notch scribe flute or dress down as necessary to follow the profile of adjacent surfaces Mitre angles and lap joints 150 mm in running lengths Provide matching expansion joints at 6 m maximum intervals NATSPEC Jan 06 Amdt Oct 08 16
23. Tolerance 6 mm in 2400 mm Substrate correction Skim plaster Installation Apply boards horizontally with staggered vertical joints all close butted and without crushing Fixing Proprietary adhesive compatible to both the membrane and the rigid cellular extruded sheets Apply sufficient pressure to ensure even adhesive distribution Final finish Apply plasterers scrim to all joints and prepare the surface as required by the manufacturer of the final finish Vapour permeable wall wrap Application Provide wall wrap behind cladding which does not provide a permanent weatherproof seal or may be subject to condensation forming on the internal face including the following NATSPEC Oct 07 Amat Oct 08 206 insert date ENCLOSURE 0471 Insulation and sarking membranes Boards fixed vertically or diagonally Boards or planks fixed in exposed locations where wind driven rain can penetrate the joints Unpainted or unsealed cladding Behind external cladding in bushfire prone areas to AS 3959 Masonry veneer Installation Fix wall wrap to all framing members after being pulled taught over the framing Apply to run horizontally to the outer face of external stud walls from the bottom plate up over the flashing Seal across the wall cavity at the top Horizontal laps At least 150 mm wide with the direction of the lap ensuring that water is shed to the outer face of the membrane End or vertical overlaps laps At l
24. 0277 PAVEMENT ANCILLARIES 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities General Provide channels kerbs and linemarking Selections Conform to Execution 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection Associated worksections Associated worksections Conform to the following Site management Earthwork Pavement base and subbase 1 3 INTERPRETATION Definitions General For the purposes of this worksection the definitions of AS 1348 and those given below apply Absolute level tolerance Maximum deviation from design levels Relative level tolerance Maximum deviation from a 3 m straightedge laid on the surface Channels and kerbs Includes all forms of concrete gutters dish drains grated drains and mountable median and barrier kerbing 1 4 SUBMISSIONS Linemarking materials General Submit NATA Registered Laboratory Test Reports at least seven days before work is scheduled to commence on the properties of the materials including paint 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 MATERIALS Concrete Standard To AS 1379 Grade N20 Pavement marking paint Standard To AS 4049 1 AS 4049 3 and AS 4049 4 2 2 VEHICLE BARRIERS Precast concrete wheel stops Material Precast concrete units with predrilled holes located 300 mm from each end for fixing to ground surface Size 2000 x 150 x 100 mm high Steel tube bollards Type Bollards fabricated from heavy steel tube to minimum nominal si
25. 1 3 INTERPRETATION Definitions General For the purposes of this worksection the definitions given below apply Base One or more layers of material usually constituting the uppermost structural element of a pavement and on which the surfacing may be placed which may be composed of fine crushed rock natural gravel broken stone stabilised material asphalt or Portland cement concrete Density ratio Percentage of the maximum density at optimum moisture content as determined by AS 1289 5 2 1 Lippage Height deviation between adjacent pavers 1 4 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give notice so that inspection may be made of the following Completed base preparation Completed trial set out for segmental paving Completed paving 1 5 TESTS General Type tests Submit as follows Field test of completed pavement Slip resistance to AS NZS 4663 Program Conduct field tests immediately prior to practical completion Testing authority General Independent third party Registered testing authority NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 81 insert date SITE 0276 Segmental pavers sand bed 1 6 SAMPLES General Segmental paving pattern Prepare a trial set out for each area 1 7 SUBMISSIONS Execution Segmental pattern If it appears that minor variations to joint widths will obviate cutting submit proposals 1 8 TOLERANCES Tolerances General Conform to the Surface level tolerances table Surface lev
26. Apr 05 Amat Oct 07 113 insert date STRUCTURE 0316 Precast concrete 1 6 SUBMISSIONS Subcontractors Details Submit name and contact details of proposed manufacturer of precast concrete units Design Veneered fabrication If veneered fabrication is proposed submit proposals Contractor design Provide independent verification by a professional engineer of compliance of the design with project criteria Shop drawings General Submit shop drawings of precast units showing the proposed details for their design manufacture assembly transport and installation including the following Project title and manufacturer s name Marking plans and elevations referenced to the building grids and floors to locate each precast unit Shape or profile drawings submit these before fabrication of moulds and tooling Concrete mix and type of cement if special class concrete Locations sizes details materials and stress grades of tendons and reinforcement Locations sizes details materials corrosion protection and grades of cast in ferrules locating plates and angles cut outs and openings bolts anchors and lifting devices Details of all joints caulking baffles and waterproofing Jack clearances procedures stressing sequence initial tensioning forces gauge pressure and tendon elongation Surface finish class and surface treatment if applicable Curing and protection methods Weights of units Calculate
27. Authority Document Condition to the commencement of the contract Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification 10 NATSPEC 15 01 2009 GENERAL 0169 Green star office as built submissions 0169 GREEN STAR OFFICE AS BUILT SUBMISSIONS 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities Obligations Provide reporting and work methods to satisfy the nominated rating and targeted credits Report preparation By suitably qualified and GBCA accredited professionals Assessment tool for environmental impacts of identified items during the manufacture use and post use phase GBCA Material calculators Assessment criteria As defined in the respective GBCA Technical Manual and the respective Technical Clarifications and CIR rulings posted on the GBCA website current at the time of assessment GBCA Green Star rating Rating tool Green Star Office As Built Version 3 2008 Conditional requirements Conform to GBCA Conditional Requirements for Energy and Land Use and Ecology Rating required 5 star or as certified in GBCA Office Design rating pending 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection 1 3 INTERPRETATION Abbreviations General For the purposes of this worksection the abbreviations given below apply ASHRAE The American Society of Heating Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers Inc CIBSE Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers UK
28. Do not plant in unsuitable weather conditions such as extreme heat cold wind or rain In other than sandy soils suspend excavation when the soil is wet or during frost periods Watering Timing Thoroughly water the plants before planting immediately after planting and as required to maintain growth rates free of stress Placing Method Remove the plant from the container with minimum disturbance to the root ball ensure that the root ball is moist and place it in its final position in the centre of the hole and plumb and with the top soil level of the plant root ball level with the finished surface of the surrounding soil Fertilising Plants Pellets In planting beds and individual plantings place fertiliser pellets around the plants at the time of planting Backfilling General Backfill with topsoil mixture Lightly tamp and water to eliminate air pockets Ensure that topsoil is not placed over the top of the root ball so that the plant stem remains the same height above ground as it was in the container Watering basins for plants in grass Method Except in irrigated grassed areas and normally moist areas construct a watering basin around the base of each individual plant consisting of a raised ring of soil capable of holding at least 10 L 3 4 MULCHING Placing mulch General Place mulch to the required depth clear of plant stems and rake to an even surface flush with the surrounding finished levels Spread and roll m
29. GWP of 10 or less These are essentially the natural refrigerants including ethane ammonia and carbon dioxide As they are less safe than synthetic refrigerants caution is indicated Emi 3 Document sensors for detecting refrigerant leaks Emi 4 Document thermal insulation that is free of ozone depleting substances in both manufacture and composition 0771 Automatic controls Requirement GBCA document Man 4 Independent commissioning agent IEQ 1 Ventilation rates IEQ 3 Carbon dioxide monitoring and control IEQ 5 Daylight glare control Ene 1 Greenhouse gas emissions Wat 1 Occupant amenity water Emi 3 Refrigerant leaks Man 4 Document the appointment of an Independent Commissioning Agent IEQ 1 Document percentage improvement of ventilation rates relative to the requirements of AS 1668 2 for 95 of the Nett Lettable Area NLA EQ 3 Document duct mounted sensors for carbon dioxide or carbon monoxide monitoring and control IEQ 5 Document systems that control blinds or screens that eliminate all direct sun penetration and control glare Ene 1 Document systems that contribute to reducing the building s greenhouse gas emissions to levels below the Conditional Requirement Wat 1 Document maximum leakage rates for control valves Emi 3 Document sensors for detecting refrigerant leaks 0771 Automatic controls minor Requirement GBCA document IEQ 1 Ventilation rates Ene
30. Sustainability provides advice about the percentage of post consumer content in Australian steel and identifies products meeting GBCA criteria Some steel framing elements are mentioned Mat 9 Document a Comprehensive Disassembly Plan 0382 Light timber framing Requirement GBCA document Mat 8 Sustainable timber Mat 8 Refer to guidance text on the certification of timber sources 0383 Flooring and decking Requirement GBCA document IEQ 4 Daylight Mat 8 Sustainable timber IEQ 4 Document colours that provide the required reference reflectance values Mat 8 Refer to guidance text on the certification of timber sources 0421 Roofing combined Requirement GBCA document Mat 3 Re used materials Mat 6 Steel Mat 9 Design for disassembly Mat 3 Document the re use of roofing materials Mat 6 The Australian Steel Institute http www steel org au Select ASI Groups Sustainability provides advice about the percentage of post consumer content in Australian steel and identifies products meeting GBCA criteria Roofing is not specifically mentioned Mat 9 Document a Comprehensive Disassembly Plan 0431 Cladding combined Requirement GBCA document IEQ 5 Daylight glare control Mat 3 Re used materials Mat 6 Steel Mat 8 Sustainable timber Mat 9 Design for disassembly Mat 3 Document the re use of cladding materials Mat 6 The Australian Steel Institute http w
31. The period between the date of practical completion and the date of final completion Reporting Monthly report Submit regular reports by the last Friday of each month Of the general status of works Include soil test results as required for the fertilising programs Plant replacement requirements Incident reports Report immediately verbally and confirmed in writing any disturbance or incidence affecting or likely to affect the day to day scheduling of works Disruption of works by others Other contractors Make arrangements to work around the disturbance 4 2 GRASS Mowing and trimming Height Consistent with the growth habit of the grass variety and maintained at 25 mm to 40 mm throughout the year Program Weekly during the mowing season November to March and at bi weekly intervals during April to October Do not mow under wet conditions Raking Once every month before mowing during the mowing season with a flexible rake On alternate mowings adopt a north south and east west pattern Edges At the same time as mowing trim lawn edges to plant beds pathways base of trees and other obstacles Ensure trees and shrubs are not damaged Clippings distribution to green waste bins Topdressing Topdressing material for established lawns Weed free imported sandy topsoil to a depth of 5 mm Program The spring following establishment Topdressing material for remediation of depressions or irregularities Apply coarse o
32. VM Zinc Profile Standing Seam Product material type Zinc cladding on ly substrate Colour Pigmento Green Location Front elevation NATSPEC Jan 06 Amdt Oct 08 160 insert date ENCLOSURE 0421 Roofing combined Profile Roll form sheeting into pan profiles for forming into seamed joints Accessories Solder 40 tin 60 lead soft solder Flux Z 04 S Sealant 100 natural cure non acid based silicone rubber to match roofing Fixings Provide starter clips fixing clips and fastenings as recommended by the roofing system supplier 2 4 ROOF PLUMBING General Standard To AS NZS 3500 3 General Provide the flashings cappings gutters rainwater heads outlets and downpipes necessary to complete the roof system Materials Metal rainwater goods To AS NZS 2179 1 PVC rainwater goods and accessories To AS NZS 3500 3 Proprietary flashings and cappings Standard To AS NZS 2904 Material and colour Match roof sheeting Rib notching Match roof sheeting Proprietary ridge and barge cappings Material and colour Match roof sheeting Eaves gutters Material and colour Match roof sheeting Matching fascia barge If the selected eaves gutter is a proprietary high front pattern forming part of a combined system of gutter fascia and barge provide the matching proprietary fascias and barge cappings to roof verges and edges 2 5 ROOF ACCESS SAFETY SYSTEM Description General A complete proprietary roof acc
33. free from blemishes Engraving to two layer plastic laminate Lettering excavated to expose the lower laminate Engraved and filled Lettering precision excavated and filled colouring material Clean faces of all filling material Casting Produce shapes free of pits scale blow holes or other defects hand or machine finished if necessary Laser cut Individual vinyl letters with self adhesive backing Printed lettering Lettering and graphic images screen digitally printed on Film with self adhesive backing Acrylic sheet Aluminium plate Stainless steel plate NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 233 linsert date INTERIOR 0581b Signs and display Large format digital printing Lettering and graphic images screen printed film with self adhesive backing Signwriting Lettering and graphic images hand painted direct to the background by a tradesman with recognised qualifications and demonstrated experience Fabricated Three dimensional formed as follows Laser cutting from solid material and hand finished as necessary Moulding Individual plastic hollow three dimensional characters and shapes formed by Injection moulding Vacuum forming Built up individual shapes by fabricating the faces and edges from separate pieces neatly and securely joined Installation General Install signage level and plumb securely mounted with concealed theft resistant fixings Fix self adhesive signs free of
34. gt 1 1 mm Fire rated doorsets gt 1 4 mm Security doorsets gt 1 6 mm Metallic coated steel sheet To AS 1397 Metallic coating Zinc iron 2 2 DOORS Standards Materials To the following Decorative laminated sheets To AS NZS 2924 1 Wet processed fibreboard including hardboard To AS NZS 1859 4 Dry processed fibreboard including medium density fibreboard To AS NZS 1859 2 Particleboard To AS NZS 1859 1 Plywood and blockboard for interior use To AS NZS 2270 Plywood and blockboard for exterior use To AS NZS 2271 Seasoned cypress pine To AS 1810 Timber hardwood To AS 2796 1 Timber softwood To AS 4785 1 Certification General Brand panels under the authority of a recognised certification program applicable to the product Locate the brand on faces or edges which will be concealed in the works Certification programs Plywood and blockboard Engeineered Wood Products Association of Australia EWPAA Quality Control and Product Certification Scheme NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 176 insert date ENCLOSURE 0453b Doors and hatches Wet processed fibreboard dry processed fibreboard particleboard and decorative overlay wood panels Australian Wood Panels Association AWPA JAS ANZ Scheme General Doors Proprietary products manufactured for interior or exterior applications and for the finish required Flush doors General Of balanced construction Cel
35. high performance acrylic adhesive system encased in release liners of paper or polyester Product classification Ensure product suitability for the following substrates Firm high strength foam tapes for high energy surfaces including most bare metals such as stainless steel and aluminium Conformable high strength foam for medium energy surfaces including many plastics and paints and bare metals Conformable high strength foam for lower energy surfaces including many plastics most paints and powder coatings and bare metals Thickness Select the tape to ensure a mismatch between surfaces does not exceed half the tape thickness under the applied lamination pressure 2 2 SEALANTS Standards General To ISO 11600 External masonry joints General Provide sealant and bond breaking backing materials compatible with each other and the substrate and which are non staining to masonry Do not use bituminous materials with absorbent masonry units Bond breaking backing Bond breaking materials Non adhesive to sealant or faced with a non adhering material Foamed materials Closed cell or impregnated not water absorbing Sealant colour off white to match concrete architect to inspect Fire rated control joints General Provide sealant materials that maintain the nominated fire resistant rating Fire stopping To AS 4072 1 Pointing and bedding General Provide sealants for fast moving joints in light weight buil
36. pipework to the building structure with fixings including bolts into masonry anchors and coach screws or bolts into timber of metal compatible with the pipework Galvanizing General If possible complete fabrication before galvanizing otherwise apply a zinc rich primer to affected joint surfaces 3 7 COMPLETION Cleaning Temporary coatings On or before completion of the works or before joining up to other surfaces remove all traces of temporary coatings used as a means of protection NATSPEC Jan 06 Amat Apr 08 231 insert date INTERIOR 0573 Extinguishers and blankets 0573 EXTINGUISHERS AND BLANKETS 1 GENERAL 1 1 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection 1 2 AUTHORISED PRODUCTS General General Provide equipment listed in the CSIRO CMSE ActivFire Register of Fire Protection Equipment 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 EXTINGUISHERS Standards General Provide portable fire extinguishers and location signs as follows General requirements AS NZS 1841 1 Water AS NZS 1841 2 Wet chemical AS NZS 1841 3 Foam AS NZS 1841 4 Powder AS NZS 1841 5 Carbon dioxide AS NZS 1841 6 Non rechargeable To AS NZS 1841 8 Selection and location To AS 2444 Certification Required Certification provider An organisation accredited by the Joint Accreditation System of Australia and New Zealand JAS ANZ 2 2 BLANKETS Fire blankets General To AS NZS 3504
37. sealed and coated in accordance with the specified system of sufficient size so that each piece can be cut into 4 segments marked for identification and distributed as directed Opaque coated samples General Submit on representative substrates samples of each coating system showing surface preparation colour gloss level texture and physical properties Paint General Submit the selected manufacturer s details at least 3 weeks before the paint is required as follows Paint brand name and paint line quality statement Material safety data sheets MSDS showing the health and safety precautions to be taken during application The published recommendations for maintenance 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 PAINTS Paint brand Quality If the product is offered in a number of levels of quality provide premium quality lines Combinations General Do not combine paints and stopping filling compounds from different manufacturers in a paint system NATSPEC Apr 07 Amat Apr 08 279 insert date FINISH 0671b Painting Clear timber finish systems Provide only the combinations of putty stain and sealer recommended by the manufacturer of the top coats Delivery General Deliver paints to the site in the manufacturer s labelled and unopened containers Putty and fillers Material To the recommendation of the paint system manufacturer as suitable for the substrate and compatible with the primer Tinting General Prov
38. skimmed with a float and trowelled down The surface is trowelled to a smooth dense finish as the plaster stiffens No water is applied during trowelling NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 240 insert date FINISH 0611 Plastering Ornamental Patterned surfaces achieved by working the hardening plaster with a trowel or other tool Sprayed Textured surfaces achieved by projecting plaster onto a substrate using a purpose designed machine also known as tyrolean Stippled Textured surfaces achieved by working the hardening plaster with a stiff brush Thrown Rough surfaces achieved by throwing plaster onto a substrate or pebbles onto a plastic plaster base Control joints Includes isolation joints construction joints and crack control joints Plaster A mixture of binders aggregate and water which are applied to substrates in a plastic state and dry and cure to a hard surface which may subsequently be decorated Cement Plaster containing Portland cement as the principal binder Gypsum Plaster containing hydrated or anhydrous calcium sulfate as the principal binder Plastering system One or more coats of plaster and associated treatments comprising some or all of the following in sequence Base coat 1 or 2 Bonding treatment Finish coat Finishing treatment Render rendering Plaster plastering usually single coat and usually cement lime sand 4 4 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give notice so inspection
39. strip flooring General First cut at 45 to the length of the boards second cut at 90 to the first cut and third cut parallel to the length of the boards Boundary areas Bring to the same surface condition as the main sanded area using disc sanding Inaccessible areas Hand scrape to produce an even plane surface Basic sanding parquet Uneven or hard flooring First cut at 45 to the direction of the grain of the wood second cut at 90 to the first cut third cut at 45 to the first cut and fourth cut at 90 to the third cut Boundary areas Bring to the same surface condition as the main sanded area using disc sanding Inaccessible areas Hard scrape to produce an even plane surface Stopping and filling General Select a colour to produce an average match with the final coated timber in tone colour and texture Fill minor cracks and stop punched nails with a putty knife Fill deeper holes in layers gt 6 mm allowing each fill to dry Ensure cavities are filled slightly above the surface without air pockets Flood fill porous timber with the cloth application of water based filler diluted to a creamy consistency Finish sanding strip flooring General After basic sanding cut twice parallel to the length of the boards using increasingly fine abrasives If hard surfaces show excessive scratching apply an initial cut at 90 to the grain direction Boundary areas Bring to the same surface condition as the main
40. 1 4 SUBMISSIONS Samples Generic items Submit samples of hardware items offered as meeting the description of items not specified as proprietary items Key control System New works Submit details of the proprietary key control security system proposed by the lock manufacturer for locks required to accept a group key master grandmaster Alterations and additions Submit details to extend the existing key control security system for locks required to accept a group key Subcontractors Automatic door operators Submit names and contact details of proposed supplier and installer Pressure floor mat Submit names and contact details of proposed supplier and installer Record documents Door hardware schedule Submit an amended schedule prepared by the door hardware supplier showing changes to the contract door hardware schedule caused as follows By the approval of a hardware sample By the acceptance of an equivalent to a specified proprietary item By a contract variation to a door hardware requirement Keys Key codes Submit the lock manufacturer s record of the key coding system showing each lock type number and type of key supplied key number for re ordering and name of supplier NATSPEC Oct 08 181 insert date ENCLOSURE 0455 Door hardware Keys For locks keyed to differ and locks keyed alike verify quantities against key records and deliver to the contract administrator at practical completion 2 PROD
41. 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities General Provide wet area waterproofing systems which Are graded to floor wastes to dispose of water without ponding Prevent moisture entering the substrate or adjacent areas Selections Conform to the Selections 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection Records Document the extent of membrane protection for buildings to BCA 3 8 1 2 1 3 STANDARDS Wet areas Standard To AS 3740 1 4 INTERPRETATIONS Definitions General For the purposes of this worksection the definitions given below apply Substrates The surfaces on which tiles are bedded Bond breaker A system preventing the membrane bonding to the substrate bedding or lining Membranes Impervious barriers to liquid water which may be Installed below floor finishes Installed behind the wall sheeting or render and termed External Installed to the face of the wall sheeting or render and termed Internal Liquid applied in liquid or gel form and air cured to form a seamless film Sheet in sheet form with joints lapped and sealed Waterproof WP The property of a material that does not allow moisture to penetrate through it Waterproofing systems Combinations of membranes flashings drainage and accessories which form waterproof barriers and which may be Loose laid Bonded to substrates Water resistant WR The property of a material that restricts moisture movement
42. 180 N Incorporate lock type stitching with a twin needle machine Perimeter reinforcing Reinforce the perimeter of each with UV stabilised polyester coated with PVC and incorporating pockets for the tension cables 2 2 FINISHES Surface preparation Standard To AS 1627 Anodised Standard To AS 1231 Thickness 2 15 microns to 20 microns NATSPEC Oct 08 190 insert date ENCLOSURE 0457 External screens Hot dip galvanizing Coating mass thickness minima To AS NZS 4680 Powder coating Standard To AS 3715 Grade Architectural coatings 2 3 FIXED PANEL TYPE SCREENS General Requirement Provide weatherproof infill panel materials mounted in a metal perimeter frame or subframe which will Withstand imposed actions and wind actions for the location without failure or permanent distortion and without panel flutter Shed water without pooling Expansion joints Requirement Provide for expansion and contraction in continuous sections at spacings not exceeding those recommended by the manufacturer or 6 m whichever is the lesser Fixing Provide a fixing system appropriate to the panel material that will retain the panel without distortion or dislocation Framing materials Requirement Provide frames fabricated from solid or hollow metal sections Fix to fastener brackets or arms mounted on the face of the building and brace as necessary with stays including tensile elements such as wire cables and turn
43. 2 Set out Do not provide cut tiles which are less than half tile width Provide full tiles in doorways Keep joint lines straight Laying Do not allow the pile to catch in the joint when laying Do not tack or sew the tiles to the floor or to each other Fixing Perimeter and grid system To AS NZS 2455 2 clause 7 1 Fully adhered pressure sensitive system To AS NZS 2455 2 clause 7 2 Double bond system To AS NZS 2455 2 clause 7 3 Fixing cut tiles Adhesive fix to 100 of tile 3 4 STAIRS Installation General To AS NZS 2455 1 clause 3 10 3 5 COMPLETION Cleaning Progressively clean the work Remove waste excess materials and adhesive Final cleaning When the installation is complete clean the carpet as necessary to remove extraneous matter marks and soiling and to lift the pile where appropriate Protection provide fabric drop sheets Do not use plastic sheeting If wheeled traffic is to follow carpet installation protect with hardboard sheets butted and fixed with adhesive tape NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 267 insert date FINISH 0655 Timber flooring 0655 TIMBER FLOORING 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities General Provide timber flooring systems to backgrounds as follows and or to the Selections Appropriately secured Appropriately smooth and flat for the intended use Form the pattern as required Structurally adequate Suitable for the applied finish Atits equilibrium m
44. 3 2 TURFING Supply Elapsed time Deliver the turf within 24 hours of cutting and lay it within 36 hours of cutting Prevent it from drying out between cutting and laying If it is not laid within 36 hours of cutting roll it out on a flat surface with the grass up and water as necessary to maintain a good condition Laying General Lay the turf in the following manner In stretcher pattern with the joints staggered and close butted Parallel with the long sides of level areas and with contours on slopes To finish flush after tamping with adjacent finished surfaces of ground paving edging or grass seeded areas Strip turf laying Close butt the end joints and space the strips 300 mm apart Apply a layer of top dressing between the strips of turf Finish with an even surface Tamping General Lightly tamp to an even surface immediately after laying Do not use a roller Pegging Stabilising On steep slopes peg the turf to prevent downslope movement Remove the pegs when the turf is established Fertilising General Mix the fertiliser thoroughly into the topsoil before placing the turf Apply lawn fertiliser at the completion of the first and last mowings and at other times as required to maintain healthy grass cover 70 NATSPEC Apr 08 linsert date SITE 0250b Landscape gardening Watering General Water immediately after laying until the topsoil is moistened to its full depth Continue watering to m
45. 3 Electroplated 30 Stainless steel 316 zinc or Hot dip galvanized External Stainless Stainless Stainless steel 316 steel 316 steel 316 Finishes Electroplating Metric thread To AS 1897 Imperial thread To AS 4397 Galvanizing Threaded fasteners To AS 1214 Other fasteners To AS NZS 4680 Mild steel fasteners Galvanize if Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 37 The Hive Specification 15 01 2009 GENERAL 0181 Adhesives sealants and fasteners Embedded in masonry In external timbers In contact with chemically treated timber other than CCA treated timber Epoxy coated CCA Treated timber Nuts Hexagon chamfered thin nuts Grades A and B To AS 1112 4 Hexagon nuts Grade C To AS 1112 3 Hexagon nuts Style 1 Grades A and B To AS 1112 1 Hexagon nuts Style 2 Grades A and B To AS 1112 2 Screws Coach screws To AS NZS 1393 Hexagon screws Grades A and B To AS 1110 2 Hexagon screws Grade C To AS 1111 2 Hexagon socket screws To and AS NZS 1421 Machine screws To AS NZS 1427 Self drilling screws To AS 3566 1 and AS 3566 2 Self tapping screws Crossed recessed countersunk flat common head style To AS NZS 4407 Crossed recessed pan To AS NZS 4406 Crossed recessed raised countersunk oval To AS NZS 4408 Hexagon To AS NZS 4402 Hexagon flange To AS NZS 4410 Hexagon washer To AS NZS 4409 Slotted
46. 6 mm radius Nail or screw to the valley boarding at the top end to prevent the gutter creeping downwards Expansion joints Provide expansion joints in guttering longer than 30 m Downpipes General Prefabricate downpipes to the required section and shape where possible Connect heads to gutter outlets and if applicable connect feet to rainwater drains Access cover Provide a removable watertight access cover at the foot of each downpipe stack Downpipe support Provide supports and fixings for downpipes Internal downpipes Access Provide access openings as follows Ateach junction and bend At the foot of each stack At every second floor level Sound insulation Mineral fibre pipe insulation 50 mm thick spirally bound on with 1 5 mm wire at 150 mm pitch Building in Where pipes are built into masonry or concrete spiral wrap the pipe and insulation if any with building paper 3 11 ROOF ACCESS SAFETY SYSTEM Shop drawings Submit shop drawings noting the following Evidence of compliance with the relevant WorkCover authority Certification from a professional engineer to confirm the proposed structural assembly will be stable and safe Roof plan and layout of all elements of the system 3 12 COMPLETION Warranties Roofing materials Submit the manufacturer s published product warranties Maintenance manual On completion submit a manual of recommendations from the roof manufacturer or supplier for t
47. 75 gilt External non decorative 75 um waterborne Nil nil conforming to AS NZS 2312 IZS2 inorganic zinc conforming to AS NZS 3750 15 Type 3 VOC lt 15 gilt External decorative exceeding AS NZS 2312 IZS2 75 um waterborne inorganic zinc conforming to AS NZS 3750 15 Type 3 VOC lt 15 gilt 50 um waterborne epoxy Conforming to AS NZS 3750 13 VOC lt 20 gilt 142 NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 40 um waterborne Acrylic Conforming to AS NZS 3750 16 VOC lt 75 gilt insert date STRUCTURE 0345b Steel protective paint coatings Industrial silicone enamel AS NZS 2312 Category A and B Location Primer Second Coat Third Coat Interior non decorative 75 um Alkyd zinc nil nil phosphate containing MIO and Aluminium pigment conforming to AS NZS 3750 19 Type 2 Internal decorative 75 um Alkyd zinc 50 um Silicone Enamel nil phosphate containing Conforming to MIO and Aluminium AS NZS 3750 22 pigment conforming to AS NZS 3750 19 Type 2 External non decorative 75 um Alkyd zinc Nil nil conforming to phosphate containing AS NZS 2312 ALK2 MIO and Aluminium pigment conforming to AS NZS 3750 19 Type 2 External decorative 75 um Alkyd zinc 50 um Silicone Enamel nil conforming to phosphate containing Conforming to AS NZS 2312 ALK4 MIO and Aluminium AS NZS 3750 22 pigment conforming to AS NZS 3750 19 Type 2
48. ASTM C920 Sealing compound butyl To ASTM C1311 NATSPEC Jan 06 Amdt Oct 08 201 insert date ENCLOSURE 0467 Glass components Glazing compounds To AAMA 802 3 Types or II or 805 2 as applicable Narrow joint seam sealer To AAMA 800 Products coded 803 3 Exterior perimeter sealing compound To AAMA 800 Non drying sealant To AAMA 800 Expanded cellular glazing tape To AAMA 800 Very high bond pressure sensitive tapes To ASTM D897 ASTM D1002 ASTM D3330M ASTM D3652M ASTM D3654M and ASTM D3715M MIRRORS Reflective surface Type Silver layer deposited on the glass or glazing plastic Protective coatings Copper free coating at least 5 um thick and 2 coats of mirror backing and edge sealing paint having a total dry film thickness of at least 50 um Venetian silvered mirror one way vision glass 15 mm wide silvered strips alternating with 3 mm wide clear strips Safety mirror Type Vinyl backed Grade A safety mirror Safety compliance To AS NZS 2208 Solid backed annealed glass mirrors Backing 9 mm waterproof plywood Adhesive fixing to backing Non acidic silicone adhesive at the rate recommended by the manufacturer Installation to backing Clean the back of the glass panel and apply walnuts of adhesive together with double sided adhesive tape for temporary support and affix directly to the backing 2 3 SHOWER SCREENS Type Proprietary system comprising frames of extruded alu
49. Brand preservative treated decking timber to AS 1604 1 2 3 PARQUET FLOORING AND SUBSTRATES Timber Marking Identify timber by branding on faces or edges which will be concealed in the works as follows Flooring TQL Accredited Timber Flooring Manufacturers Program formally TRADAC Hardwoods Australian Timber Industry Certification Quality Scheme Plantation Timber Association of Australia Certification Plywood underlay Standard To AS NZS 2269 Plywood certified formaldehyde emission level to AS NZS 2098 11 Class E1 Particleboard underlay Particleboard To AS 1860 2 Class 1 Particleboard certified formaldehyde emission level to AS NZS 2098 11 Class E1 Grading Grading Conform to the Grading table Product Standard Grade NATSPEC Oct 07 Amat Apr 08 270 insert date FINISH 0655 Timber flooring Product Standard Grade Hardwood AS 2796 1 Parquet clear Plywood AS NZS 2269 2 Bond Type A 3 EXECUTION 3 1 PREPARATION Storage General Deliver timber flooring to site in unbroken wrapping or containers and store so that its moisture content is not adversely affected Do not store on the background until the moisture content of the background is suitable for the installation of the floor Do not store in areas of wet plaster Acclimatisation General After the following construction operations are complete acclimatise the flooring by stacking it in the in service conditi
50. Certification Required Certification provider An organisation accredited by the Joint Accreditation System of Australia and New Zealand JAS ANZ Selection and location To AS 2444 3 EXECUTION 3 1 COMPLETION Maintenance Fire extinguishers To AS 1851 Fire blankets To AS 1851 NATSPEC Oct 07 Amat Oct 08 232 linsert date INTERIOR 0581b Signs and display 0581b SIGNS AND DISPLAY 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities General Provide signage systems to the Selections 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection 1 3 STANDARDS Signs Safety signs design and use To AS 1319 Signs and graphics for disabled access AS 1428 Parts 1 and 2 1 4 SAMPLES General Materials Submit samples showing each colour and finish of exposed graphics materials and accessories If there is a range of colours and or textures for a particular item submit samples showing the extremes and mean of the range 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 MATERIALS Materials standards Aluminium Plate for engraving Alloy and temper designation 6063 0 For casting To AS 1874 Stainless steel Surface finish designation 4 general purpose polished Plastics PVC U sheet Semi rigid sheet Rigid cellular polystyrene To AS 1366 3 class VH for cut out shapes 3 EXECUTION 3 1 WORKMANSHIP Production General Form graphics items accurately with clean well defined edges or arises
51. Epoxy MIO Conforming to AS NZS 2312 EHB6 AS NZS 3750 9 Type 2 AS NZS 3750 14 AS 3750 14 Epoxy Acrylic AS NZS 2312 Category A and B Location Primer Second Coat Third Coat Interior non decorative 75 um Epoxy zinc nil nil phosphate conforming to AS NZS 3750 13 Internal decorative 75 um Epoxy zinc 50 um Epoxy Acrylic nil phosphate conforming to Conforming to AS NZS 3750 13 AS NZS 3750 5 External non decorative 75 um Epoxy zinc 50 um Epoxy Acrylic nil conforming to phosphate conforming to Conforming to AS NZS 2312 ACC2 AS NZS 3750 13 AS NZS 3750 5 External decorative 75 um Epoxy zinc 50 um Epoxy Acrylic nil conforming to phosphate conforming to Conforming to AS NZS 2312 ACC2 AS NZS 3750 13 AS NZS 3750 5 Epoxy Acrylic AS NZS 2312 Category C D and E Location Primer Second Coat Third Coat Interior non decorative 75 um Zinc rich epoxy conforming to AS NZS 3750 9 Type 2 nil nil Internal decorative 75 um Zinc rich epoxy conforming to AS NZS 3750 9 Type 2 50 um Epoxy Acrylic Conforming to AS NZS 3750 5 nil External non decorative conforming to AS NZS 2312 EHB4 75 um Zinc rich epoxy conforming to AS NZS 3750 9 Type 2 200 um High Build Epoxy MIO Conforming to AS NZS 3750 14 nil External decorative 75 um Zinc rich epoxy 200 um High Build 50 um Epoxy Acrylic 141 NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 insert date
52. Measurement Maximum deviation mm A 3 m straight edge 3 B 3 m straight edge 6 C 600 mm straight edge 6 1 7 SHRINKAGE SENSITIVE STRUCTURES Concrete performance Drying shrinkage maximum including tolerances 650 um for concrete up to and including strength grade 32 700 um for higher strength grades Duration of air drying 56 days 1 8 SAMPLES AND PROTOTYPES Precast elements Conformance Supply sample panels to AS 3610 and in conformance with the Sample panels schedule for the application specified Manufacture Cast the panels using the formwork concrete compaction equipment form release agents curing and formwork removal methods which are to be used in the final work Storage Once accepted maintain the panels on site undamaged and protected from the weather as reference prototypes for future evaluation of completed work 1 9 SUBMISSIONS Design documentation Certification For other than profiled steel sheeting composite formwork submit certification by a qualified structural engineer experienced in formwork design verifying conformance of the design Precast Veneered fabrication If veneered fabrication is proposed submit proposals NATSPEC Apr 07 Amat Oct 08 89 insert date STRUCTURE 0310b Concrete combined Contractor design Provide independent verification by a professional engineer of compliance of the design with project criteria Shop drawings Submit shop drawings of unit
53. Proprietary slide plate divider strip An arrangement of interlocking metal plates grouted into pockets formed in the concrete joint edges Sealant One part self levelling non hardening mould resistant silicone or polyurethane sealant applied over a backing rod Finish flush with the terrazzo surface Floors Trafficable shore hardness gt 35 Backing rod Compressible closed cell polyethylene foam with a bond breaking surface 3 EXECUTION 3 1 PREPARATION Substrates General Ensure substrates have Any deposit which may impair adhesion of monolithic or bonded toppings cleaned off Excessive projections removed and voids and hollows filled with a mix not stronger than the substrate nor weaker than the topping Hardened concrete roughened by scabbling or the like to remove 2 mm of the laitance and expose the aggregate Bonded toppings General Before laying topping wash the substrate with water and use a bonding product or treat as follows Keep wet for 2 2 hours Remove surplus water and brush on neat cement or a clean slurry of cement and water Place the topping while the slurry is wet 3 2 APPLICATION Laying General Spread the mix and compact Strike off consolidate and level surfaces to finished levels Monolithic toppings Lay while concrete subfloor is plastic and surface water is no longer visible Toppings over 50 mm thick Lay in two layers of equal thickness Place a layer of reinforcement
54. SITE 0271b Pavement base and subbase 4 PRODUCTS 4 1 BASE AND SUBBASE MATERIAL General Compliance Comply with the Base and subbase compliance table Base and subbase compliance table Course Source Compliance requirement Base Crushed rock or natural To the AUS SPEC 1141 Flexible pavements worksection s gravel Pavement material traffic categories table Acceptable pavement material types table and Unbound base material properties table Recycled concrete To the SAA HB 155 Table 19 aggregate Subbase Crushed rock or natural To the AUS SPEC 1141 Flexible pavements worksection s gravel Pavement material traffic categories table Acceptable pavement material types table and Unbound subbase material properties table Recycled concrete To the SAA HB 155 Table 19 aggregate 5 EXECUTION 5 1 SUBGRADE PREPARATION General General Subgrade preparation to be undertaken in accordance with the Earthwork worksection 5 2 SUBBASE AND BASE COMPACTION General General Compact each layer of fill to the required depth and density as a systematic construction operation and to conform to the minimum relative compaction table Minimum relative compaction table Item description Minimum dry density ratio modified compaction to AS 1289 5 2 1 Subbase 95 Base 98 Unstable areas Any unstable areas which develop during rolling or are identified by proof rolling shall be removed for the full
55. Steel applies to the use of recovered materials during construction not the recovery process during demolition Note Emi 3 Refrigerant leaks applies to methods of preventing and detecting refrigerant leaks in completed systems not during the demolition process Although refrigerants are not specifically listed as a material that can be recovered or recycled in Man 7 Waste management at present NATSPEC makes provision for this in Demolition 0221 Site management Requirement GBCA document Man 6 Environmental management Man 7 Waste management Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC Oct 08 12 15 01 2009 GENERAL 0169 Green star office as built submissions Eco 1 Topsoil Eco 3 Reclaimed contaminated land Man 6 Document management plan under Environmental management plan EMP Man 7 Document materials to be recovered re used or recycled under Waste management plan Eco 1 Document measures to prevent soil erosion under Soil erosion and sediment control plan Eco 3 Document remediation of contaminated land under Ground contamination control plan Note Mat 5 Concrete and Mat 7 Steel applies to the use of recovered materials during construction not the recovery process during site works or demolition See Demolition for demolition materials to be re used or recycled 0222 Earthwork Requirement GBCA document Eco 1 Topsoil Eco 1 Document measures to conserve existing topsoils
56. Test type Hygrometer test Seal a hygrometer to the substrate for gt 16 hours and measure the relative humidity of the air between the instrument and the slab Electrical resistance test Connect a resistance meter to the slab and read the moisture content Falls Substrate If the membrane is directly under the floor finish ensure the fall in the substrate conforms to the fall nominated for the finish Joints and fillets Internal corners Provide 45 fillets External corners Round or arris edges Priming General If required prime the substrates with compatible primers to ensure adhesion of membrane systems 3 2 APPLICATION Protection General Protect membrane from damage during installation and for the period after installation until the membrane achieves its service characteristics that resist damage Drains Floor wastes Turn membrane down onto the floor waste puddle flanges and adhere Hobs General Extend membrane over the hob and into the room at least 50 mm For hobless showers extend 1800 mm into the room Sheet joints Bituminous sheet membranes Side laps gt 75 mm End laps gt 100 mm Synthetic rubber membranes Factory vulcanized laps gt 40 mm Field side laps gt 50 mm for side laps Field end laps gt 100 mm for end laps PVC membranes Factory welded laps gt 30 mm Field welded laps If used over insulation boards gt 100 mm Other instances gt 75 mm ove
57. To the General requirements worksection Steel products Conform to the Corrosion resistance table or provide proprietary products with metallic and or organic coatings of equivalent corrosion resistance Corrosion resistance table low corrosivity category 0181 Adhesives sealants and fasteners Situation Self Threaded fasteners and anchors Powder actuated fasteners drilling Material Minimum local Material grade Minimum local screws to metallic coating metallic coating AS 3566 2 thickness i um thickness um Class Internal 1 Electroplated 4 Electroplated zinc 4 zinc External 3 Electroplated 30 Stainless steel zinc or Hot dip galvanized 316 Corrosion resistance table medium corrosivity category Situation Self Threaded fasteners and anchors Powder actuated fasteners drilling Material Minimum local Material grade Minimum local screws to metallic coating metallic coating AS 3566 2 thickness um thickness um Class Internal 2 Electroplated 12 Electroplated zinc 12 zinc External 4 Hot dip 50 Stainless steel 316 galvanized Corrosion resistance table high corrosivity category Situation Self Threaded fasteners and anchors Powder actuated fasteners drilling Material Minimum local Material gade Minimum local screws to metallic coating metallic coating AS 3566 2 thickness um thickness um Class Internal
58. after setting Fire stop foams Material Single component compound of reactive foam ingredients non shrinking moisture resistant Insoluble in water after setting Fire stop putty Material Single component mouldable permanently flexible non shrinking moisture resistant intumescent compound which expands on exposure to surface heat gain forming a high volume thermally insulating char that closes gaps and voids resists the turbulence of a severe fire Capable of being placed by hand to form an immediate fire seal Insoluble in water after setting Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 40 15 01 2009 GENERAL 0182b Fire stopping 2 2 COMPONENTS Fire stop collars Material Mechanical device with incombustible intumescent fillers covered with sheet steel jacket Airtight and watertight Fire stop pillows Material Formed self contained compressible flexible mineral fibre in cloth bags rated to permit frequent changes in service Accessories Permanent dam material Non combustible Installation accessories Provide clips collars fasteners temporary stops and dams and other devices required to position support and contain fire stopping and accessories 3 EXECUTION 3 1 EXECUTION GENERALLY General Extent Fire stop and smoke stop interruptions to fire rated assemblies materials and components including penetrations through fire rated elements breaks within f
59. an intensity which has an average recurrence interval of 100 years Graded to falls to dispose of stormwater without ponding above the depth of lapped seams Able to accommodate anticipated building movements Able to accommodate its own shrinkage over the warranty life of the roofing system 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General Conform to the General requirements worksection 1 3 INTERPRETATIONS Definitions General For the purposes of this worksection the definitions given below apply Substrates The surfaces on which membrane systems are laid Bitumen A viscous material from the distillation of crude oil comprising complex hydrocarbons which is soluble in carbon disulphide softens when it is heated is waterproof and has good powers of adhesion It is produced as a refined by product of oil SBS bitumen Bitumen modified with Styrene Butadiene Styrene a thermoplastic rubber that undergoes a phase inversion at elevated temperature and converts to an elastomeric material The membrane is reinforced with fibreglass or non woven polyester NWP APP bitumen Bitumen modified with Atactic meaning non crystalline or amorphous polypropylene wax to form a plastomeric sheet The membrane is reinforced with fibreglass or non woven polyester NWP Bond breakers Layers which prevent membranes from bonding to the substrates Membranes Impervious barriers to liquid water which may be Liquid applied Membranes applied in liq
60. at each fixing Fixing to stud frame openings Attach galvanized steel brackets to jambs and screw twice to studs at each fixing Timber frames Building in to masonry Screw galvanized steel brackets twice to jambs and build in Fixing to masonry openings Build in seasoned timber plugs to masonry joints or use proprietary expansion anchors and screw twice through jambs at each fixing Fixing to stud frame openings Back screw twice to jambs at each fixing Weatherproofing Flashings and weatherings Install flashings weather bars drips storm moulds caulking and pointing to prevent water from penetrating the building between the door frame and the building structure under the prevailing service conditions including normal structural movement of the building Finishing Trim Provide mouldings architraves reveal linings and other internal trim using materials and finishes matching the door frames Install to make neat and clean junctions between the frame and the adjoining building surfaces 3 2 DOORS Priming General Prime timber door leaves on top and bottom edges before installation 3 3 DOORSETS Security screen doorsets Standard To AS 5040 3 4 COMPLETION Operation General Ensure moving parts operate freely and smoothly without binding or sticking at correct tensions or operating forces and that they are lubricated where appropriate NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 179 insert date ENCLOSURE 0453b Doors a
61. bonded to the membrane provide sufficient movement joints in the topping or bedding mortar to reduce the movement over the membrane Double slip sheet If the topping or bedding mortar is structurally sufficient not to require bonding to the substrate lay a double slip sheet over the membrane to separate it from the topping or bedding mortar Paint coatings If maintenance pathways are indicated by a paving paint ensure compatibility with the membrane 3 3 FLOOD TEST General Application Perform a flood test prior to the installation of surface finishes Set up Measure for dryness the wall floor junction of adjacent spaces to the slab soffit below using the electrical resistance test Record the result for each area Dam the access openings and seal drainage outlets to allow 50 mm water level but no higher than 25 mm below the weir level of the perimeter flashings Provide temporary overflows of the same capacity as the roof outlets to maintain the flood level Fill space with clean water and leave overnight Evaluation Make a visual inspection of the wall floor junction of adjacent spaces and of the slab soffit below for obvious water or moisture Test the same areas for dryness using the moisture meter and compare the results to the measurements taken prior to flooding Compliance Evidence of water from the visual test Failure No visual evidence of water Proceed with the moisture meter test Incre
62. by application of insecticide to the yarn during the dyeing or scouring process Electrical resistance General Provide carpet which is within the range of surface resistance specified in AS 2834 clause 2 1 2 when tested to AS 4155 6 VOC limits Total VOC limit Generally 0 5 mg m Compliance To the Environmental Classification Scheme operated by the Carpet Institute of Australia 2 3 CARPET TILES Carpet tiles Type Non stick non curling tiles capable of being taken up without damage and then relaid in different positions Marking On the back showing recommended direction of laying Carpet tile tolerances Edge dimensions 2 mm Squareness Maximum difference of 2 mm between lengths of diagonals Sustainable carpet tile backing Re useable backing Proprietary vinyl backing to carpet tiles capable of separation and re use in replacement tiles 2 4 UNDERLAYS Standard General To AS NZS 2455 1 Fibre cement underlay Thickness 5 mm minimum Wet processed fibreboard hardboard underlay Standard To AS NZS 1859 4 Classification General purpose medium board manufactured specifically as flooring underlay Thickness 5 5 mm Soft underlay Standard To AS 4288 2 5 ADHESIVES AND TAPES Standard General To AS NZS 2455 1 Adhesives General Compatible with the floor covering material and suitable for bonding it to the subfloor Friction compound Suitable for holding tiles in position without
63. by the manufacturer of the top coats Delivery Deliver all products to the site in the manufacturer s labelled and unopened containers NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 276 insert date FINISH 0656 Floor sanding and finishing 3 EXECUTION 3 1 PREPARATION Sanding procedure General Provide sanding procedure as follows Floor type Proposed use of floor surface As flooring substrate As a finished surface New floor Basic sanding Basic sanding and finish sanding Existing floor poor condition Basic sanding Basic sanding and finish sanding Existing floor good condition Finish sand only Lighting General Provide supplementary lighting to allow close examination of the entire process Substrate General Do not commence sanding until Adhesives have cured Floor heating has been switched off for 48 hours Filler has dried as indicated by the colour fading Ensure substrates are clean and free of any deposit which may impair the following Application of the coating system Adhesion of resilient finishes Preparation General Punch nails 3 mm below the surface Remove tacks Fill open grained timber with materials compatible with those used in subsequent finishing operations 3 2 SANDING Basic sanding general General Remove irregularities caused by cupping or mismatching of the flooring materials with a drum type sanding machine and coarse abrasives Basic sanding
64. conformance with the Compaction table to a minium depth of 150 mm Maximum rock and lump size in layer after compaction 2 3 compacted layer thickness Fill batter faces Either compact separately or overfill and cut back Form roughened surfaces to the faces Moisture content General Adjust the moisture content of fill during compaction within the range of 85 115 of the optimum moisture content determined by AS 1289 5 1 1 or AS 1289 5 2 1 as appropriate in order to achieve the required density 3 11 COMPLETION Temporary works Tree enclosures Remove temporary tree enclosures at completion Tree marking Remove temporary marks and tags at completion Temporary supports Remove temporary supports to adjacent structures at completion NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 59 linsert date SITE 0223b Service trenching 0223b SERVICE TRENCHING 1 GENERAL 1 1 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection 1 2 DESIGN Shoring and lining systems Steel shoring and trench lining systems To AS 4744 1 Hydraulic shoring and trench lining equipment To AS 5047 1 3 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give notice so that inspection may be made at the following stages Service trenches excavated before laying the service Services laid in trenches and ready for backfilling 1 4 SUBMISSIONS Safety and stability General If shuttering and or bracing of the sides of a trench is
65. corrosion damage and other degradation Recoating systems Supply coating systems for maintenance painting of previously coated items and structural elements including surface preparation to the Protective paint coating schedule 136 NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 linsert date STRUCTURE 0345b Steel protective paint coatings Warranties General Submit details of the proposed warranty terms form and period If separate warranties are offered by the manufacturer and the applicator ensure they are interlocking 1 6 SAMPLES Painting and coating colour General Submit a sample of the finished product for each different coating system Size of each sample 400 x 400 mm Retention Retain half of each sample for comparison during coating application 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 GENERAL General Care Handle store mix and apply all protective coatings strictly in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Original containers Provide coating products in unopened containers bearing the brand name and name of the manufacturer with a clearly legible batch number Ambient temperature range for storage 15 C to 25 C Use by date Use products with limited shelf life before their use by date unless written authorisation from the coating manufacturer s technical services section is provided Proprietary products Requirement Provide all products in the Protective paint coating schedule from the one manufacturer s supply
66. countersunk flat common head style To AS NZS 4404 Slotted pan To AS NZS 4403 Slotted raised countersunk oval common head style To AS NZS 4405 Blind rivets Description Expanding end type with snap mandril Type Closed end for external application open end for internal application End material Aluminium base alloy for metallic coated or colourbond coated steel Stainless steel for stainless steel sheet Copper for copper sheet Size For sheet metal to sheet metal 3 mm For sheet metal to supports brackets and rolled steel angles 4 8 mm Performance Loads Provide fasteners capable of transmitting the loads imposed and sufficient to ensure the rigidity of the assembly 3 EXECUTION 3 1 ADHESIVES Preparation Substrates Ensure substrates are Clean and free of any deposit or finish which may impair adhesion If framed or discontinuous support members are in full lengths without splicing If solid or continuous excessive projections are removed Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 38 15 01 2009 GENERAL 0181 Adhesives sealants and fasteners If previously painted cracked or flaking paint is removed and the surface lightly sanded Contact adhesive Precautions Do not use if A substrate is polystyrene foam APVC substrate may allow plasticiser migration The adhesive solvent can discolour the finished su
67. direction properties and arrangement to those on the other side of the core It is such that uniformly distributed changes in moisture content will not cause warpage Door frame Includes jamb linings Doorset An assembly comprising a door or doors and supporting frame guides and tracks including the hardware and accessories necessary for operation Fire doorset A doorset which retains its integrity provides insulation and limits if required the transmittance of radiation in a fire Smoke doorset A doorset which restricts the passage of smoke Flush door A door leaf having two plane faces which entirely cover and conceal its structure It includes doors with intermediate rail cellular blockboard and particleboard cores Solid core door A flush door with a solid core continuous between stiles and rails or edge strips and fully bonded to the faces Joinery door A door leaf having either stiles and rails or stiles rails and muntins framed together A joinery door may also incorporate glazing bars Louvred door A joinery door in which the panel spaces are filled in with louvre blades Panelled door A joinery door with spaces filled in with panels including glass 1 4 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give sufficient notice so that inspection may be made of the following Door frames in place before building in to masonry Door frames installed before fixing trim 1 5 SUBMISSIONS Type tests General Submit type test c
68. duration of interruptions Purpose of submission For review Adjoining property Notice At least 10 working days before commencing work submit to owners and occupants of adjoining property written notice of intention to commence work and an outline description of the type and extent of work Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC 4 15 01 2009 0142 Preliminaries ABIC SW 1 Conditions for work on adjoining property The owner is responsible for obtaining the permission from adjoining owners including for work such as swinging crane jibs erection of scaffolding and construction of formwork The Contractor is required to give to the owner indication of the type and extent of the work to be undertaken and in what time frame indicated in the Construction Program Revealed encroachments If the works reveal unknown encroachments of adjoining property on to the site or of existing site structures on to adjoining property immediately seek instructions Records For properties described in the Adjoining properties to be recorded schedule Inspect the properties with the architect and owners and occupants of the properties before commencement of work Make detailed records of conditions existing within the properties especially structural defects and other damage or defacement Arrange for at least 2 copies of each record including drawings written descriptions and photographs to be endorsed by
69. fabrication and components Details of fabrication involving other trades or components Information necessary for site assembly Proposals for the break up of large items as required for delivery to the site Proposed method of joining the modules of large items Fixing locations and types Samples General Submit samples of the following Each type of joint Each type of finish Sections for use in fabricated work Labelling Label each sample giving the brand and product name manufacturer s code reference date of manufacture and intended building location Sealant compatibility Compatibility statements Submit statements from all parties to the installation that certify the compatibility of sealants with items NATSPEC Oct 08 49 insert date SITE 0221b Site management 0221b SITE MANAGEMENT 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities Designated areas for protection Liase with Local Authority to protect footpath All neighbouring properties to be protected from falling debris and spill Incidental works Generally Undertake the following Reinstatement Reinstate undeveloped ground surfaces to the condition existing at the commencement of the contract Minor trimming As required to complete the works as documented 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection 1 3 INTERPRETATIONS Definitions General For the purposes of this worksection t
70. fixings gaskets and weather seals Labelling Label each sample giving the brand and product name manufacturer s code reference date of manufacture and intended building location Sealant compatibility Compatibility statements Submit statements from all parties to the installation that certify the compatibility of sealants with screen components finishes and all substrates Type test reports General Submit type test reports for the following High performance glass Ceramic coated infill glass Submit a report certifying that the glass meets the Fallout Resistance Test requirements of ASTM C1048 Opacified glass Submit a statement by the manufacturer certifying that the proposed method of opacifying the glass will not be detrimental to the glass or detract in any way from the glass product warranty Prototypes Sample installations Install the designated typical screens in their final position incorporating at least one example of each component in the system including attachments to the structure flashing caulking sealing infill materials operating hardware and controls Samples in prototypes If approved incorporate required samples into prototypes Shop drawings Submit shop drawings calculations and specifications conveying the following information Layout of the screen assembly sectional plans vertical sections and elevations of each building face where screens are to be installed Full size sections of typical members
71. follows Floor location Over structural isolation contraction expansion joints To divide complex room plans into rectangles Around the perimeter of the floor Atjunctions between different substrates To divide large tiled areas into bays At abutments with the building structural frame and over supporting walls or beams where flexing of the substrate is anticipated Wall location Over structural joints At junctions with different background materials when the filing is continuous At vertical corners in shower compartments to AS 3740 Depth of joint Right through to the substrate Sealant width 6 25 mm Depth of elastomeric sealant One half the joint width or 6 mm whichever is the greater 3 8 GROUTED AND CAULKED JOINTS Grouted joints General Commence grouting as soon as practicable after bedding has set Clean out joints as necessary before grouting Face grouting Fill the joints solid and tool flush Clean off surplus grout Wash down when the grout has set When grout is dry polish the surface with a clean cloth Edges of tiles Grout exposed edge joints Epoxy grouted joints Ensure that tile edge surfaces are free of extraneous matter such as cement films or wax before grouting Mosaic tiles Grouting mosaics If paper faced mosaics are to be bedded in cement mortar pre grout the sheeted mosaics from the back before fixing After fixing rub grout into the surface of the join
72. for at least the top 100 mm In reactive clay In sites classified M M D H H D or E to AS 2870 re use excavated site material at a moisture content within 1 of that of the adjoining in situ clay 2 4 REINSTATEMENT OF SURFACES General General Reinstate existing surfaces removed or disturbed by trench excavations to match existing and adjacent work NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Jan 06 61 insert date SITE 0224b Stormwater site 0224b STORMWATER SITE 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities Selections Conform to the Selections 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection Associated worksections Associated worksections Conform to the following Hydraulic Specisication Connel Wagner 1 3 INTERPRETATION Definitions General For the purposes of this worksection the definitions given below apply Pipe surround Includes pipe overlay pipe side support side zone and haunch zone 1 4 STANDARDS Stormwater drainage Standard To AS NZS 3500 3 1 5 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give notice so that inspection may be made of the following Excavated surfaces prior to placing pipe bedding material Formwork and reinforcement prior to placing cast in situ concrete Pipe joints prior to covering Placing of cast in situ concrete Upon completion 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 MATERIALS Joints Solvent cement and priming fluid To AS NZS 3879 Pipe and fi
73. grates or cages to prevent blockage from debris If the finished surface is above the level of the membrane provide a slotted extension piece to bring the grate up to the level of the finished surface Overflows Turn the membranes into the overflow to prevent moisture from tracking behind the membrane Sheet joints Bituminous sheet membranes Side laps 75 mm End laps 100 mm Method Heat welded Synthetic rubber membranes Factory vulcanized laps gt 40 mm Field side laps gt 50 mm for side laps Field end laps gt 100 mm for end laps PVC Polyvinyl chloride membranes Factory welded laps gt 30 mm Field welded laps If used over insulation boards gt 100 mm Other instances gt 75 mm overlaps Curing of liquid applied systems General To the manufacturers instructions Movement control joints General Locate over movement control joints in the substructure Fillets and bond breakers Provide of sufficient dimension to allow the membrane to accommodate the movement Bonded membranes Carry movement joints in the substrate through to and into the surface finish Membrane terminations Edge protection Provide upturns above the maximum water level expected from the exposure conditions of rainfall intensity and wind Height gt 150 mm Anchoring Secure sheet membranes along the top edge Edge protection Protect edges of the membrane NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 156 insert
74. in place and fix with wet plaster of Paris and scrim straps over framing members Fire rated walls Seal to soffit with sealant of matching fire rated level prior to fixing decorative cornices 3 7 COMPLETION Maintenance manual General On completion submit a manual of recommendations for the care and maintenance of the ceiling and operating instructions for demounting if applicable Spares General Supply spare matching lining units and accessories of each type for future replacement purposes Store the spare materials on site where directed Supporting system One spare supporting member hanger or framework member for every 100 members or part thereof of the same type installed in the ceiling Lining units One spare unit for every 50 units or part thereof installed in the ceiling NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 218 linsert date INTERIOR 0551 Joinery 0551 JOINERY 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities General Fabricate and install joinery items to backgrounds undamaged plumb level straight and free of distortion and to the Tolerances table Tolerances table Property Tolerance criteria Plumb and level 1 mm in 800 mm Offsets in flush adjoining surfaces lt 0 5 mm Offsets in revealed adjoining surfaces lt 2mm Alignment of adjoining doors lt 0 5 mm Difference in scribe thickness for joinery items centred between walls lt 2 mm Doors centred in openings
75. in roof services and the size and section type of each member Camber of bottom chord The method of assembly connection lifting holding down and bracing Wall frames If wall framing is to be pre fabricated prepare drawings to show NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 146 linsert date STRUCTURE 0382 Light timber framing On plan the wall layout Onelevations the arrangement of members and the size and section type of each member The method of assembly connection lifting holding down and bracing Materials Identification Certification Submit a supplier s certificate which may be included on an invoice or delivery docket verifying that the timber complies with the specification including moisture content Inspection Submit the inspection authority s certificate verifying that the timber complies with the specification Moisture content Submit records of moisture content Preservative treatment CCA treated timber If proposed to be used provide details 1 6 TOLERANCES General Walls Conform to the Walls tolerances table Walls tolerances table Property Tolerance criteria Permitted deviation mm Generally Verticality in 2000 mm 4 Generally Flatness in 2000 mm 3 Features Verticality in 2000 mm 2 Features Horizontality in 2000 mm 2 1 Flatness Measured under a straightedge laid in any direction on a plane surface 2 Features Conspicuous horizontal
76. into the concrete cover Beams Tie stirrups to bars in each corner of each stirrup Fix other longitudinal bars to stirrups at 1 m maximum intervals Columns Secure longitudinal column reinforcement to all ties at every intersection Mats For bar reinforcement in the form of a mat secure each bar at alternate intersections Tolerances To AS 3600 Section 19 Welding General If welding of reinforcement is proposed provide details 3 4 CEMENT Bagged cement Standard To AS 3972 Age Less than 6 months old Storage Store cement bags under cover and above ground Chemical admixtures Contents Free of chlorides fluorides and nitrates 3 5 CONCRETE General General Provide concrete in conformance with the Properties table performance in the Selections Elapsed delivery time General Ensure that the elapsed time between the wetting of the mix and the discharge of the mix at the site is in conformance with the Elapsed delivery time table Do not discharge at ambient temperature below 10 C or above 30 C Elapsed delivery time table Concrete temperature at time of discharge C Maximum elapsed time hours 10 24 2 00 24 27 1 50 27 30 1 00 30 32 0 75 Pre mixed supply Addition of water If water is to be added comply with AS 1379 Section 4 2 3 Transport Mode must prevent segregation loss of material and contamination of the environment and must not adversely affect
77. lt 2mm ends of sheets Tops of supporting members in a plane parallel to lt 7 mm smooth deviation per metre length of the nominated roof slope supporting member 3 2 SHEET METAL ROOFING Roof sheet installation Eaves Treat ends of sheets as follows Generally Close off ribs at tops and bottoms of sheets by mechanical means or with purpose made fillers or end caps At gutters Project sheets 50 mm into gutters Swarf Remove swarf and other debris as soon as it is deposited Accessories Provide material with the same finish as roofing sheets 3 3 BUILDING ELEMENTS Ridges and eaves Treat ends of sheets as follows Project sheets 50 mm into gutters Close off ribs at bottom of sheets using mechanical means or with purpose made fillers or end caps Turn pans of sheets up at tops and down into gutters by mechanical means Provide pre cut notched eaves flashing and bird proofing where necessary Close off ridges with purpose made ridge fillers of closed cell polyethylene Ridge and barge Capping Finish off along ridge and verge lines with purpose made ridge capping or barge rolls Sprung curved ridge General Lay the roofing sheets in single lengths from eaves to eaves by naturally curving the sheets over the ridge Ridge Seal side laps at the ridge and extend the sealant to the point where the roof pitch equals the recommended pitch of the roofing profile End laps General Where end laps are unavoi
78. may be made of the following Prototypes ready for inspection Substrates immediately before applying base coats Finish treatments before decoration 4 5 SUBMISSIONS Prototypes Plaster systems Prepare prototypes of each plaster system complete with beads and other embedded items Size 1200 x 2400 mm 5 PRODUCTS 5 1 MATERIALS AND COMPONENTS Accessories Beads To be metal proprietary sections manufactured to be fixed to substrates and or embedded in the plaster to form and protect plaster edges and junctions Lath To be a proprietary product manufactured from raised expanded metal for use with plaster Mass unit area 1 84 kg m Material thickness 2 0 70 mm Mesh size 9 5 x 28 6 mm Metallic coatings For beads or lath in cement plaster To the Corrosion resistance and durability table Admixtures Plasticizers or workability agents Do not use in cement plasters Aggregates Sand To be fine sharp well graded sand with a clay content between 1 and 5 and free from efflorescing salts Sand grading for base coat plaster To the Sand gradation table NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 241 insert date FINISH 0611 Plastering Sand gradation table Sieve size Percent passing Minimum Maximum 4 75 mm 100 100 2 36 mm 90 100 1 18 mm 60 90 600 um 35 70 300 um 10 30 150 um 0 75 um 0 Plaster for autoclaved aerated concrete General To be a proprietar
79. not on a pavement course Relative compaction To AS 2876 Construction on a pavement course To the requirements of the Pavement base and subbase worksection NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 86 linsert date SITE 0277 Pavement ancillaries Standard Construct kerb and or gutters in fixed forms by extrusion or by slip forming to AS 2876 Foundation concrete quality curing and testing details To AS 2876 Tolerances Design level deviation at any point on the surface of gutters 10 mm Surface deviation to top or face of kerbs and to the surface of gutters 5 mm in 3000 mm Design alignment deviation 25 mm Exception Kerb laybacks grade changes or curves or at gully pits requiring gutter depression Joints Standard To AS 2876 Concrete pavement Where kerbs and or gutters are cast adjacent with a concrete pavement the same type of contraction construction and expansion joints specified in the concrete pavement shall be continued across the kerb and or gutter Backfill Timing Not earlier than three days after placing kerb and gutter concrete backfill and reinstate the spaces on both sides of the kerb and or gutters Material Granular material free of organic material clay and rock in excess of 50 mm diameter Compaction Compact backfilling in layers not greater than 150 mm thick to a relative compaction of 95 when tested in accordance with AS 1289 5 4 1 for standard compactive effort Pavement Backfill paveme
80. not shown on the drawings If emergency construction joints are made necessary by unforeseen interruptions to the concrete pour submit a report on the action taken Finish Butt join the surfaces of adjoining pours In visually important surfaces make the joint straight and true and free from blemishes impermissible for its surface finish class Preparation Roughen and clean the hardened concrete joint surface Remove loose or soft material free water foreign matter and laitance Dampen the surface just before placing the fresh concrete and coat with a neat cement slurry Slip joints Requirement If concrete slabs are supported on masonry provide proprietary slip joints 3 12 FORMED SURFACES General General Provide formed concrete finishes in conformance with the Formed surface finishes schedule Damage Do not damage concrete works through premature removal of formwork Curing General If forms are stripped when concrete is at an age less than the minimum curing period commence curing exposed faces as soon as the stripping is completed Evaluation of formed surfaces General If evaluation of formed surface tolerance or colour is required complete the evaluation before surface treatment Finishing methods General If soffits of concrete elements or faces of concrete columns are to have a finish other than off the form provide details of proposed procedures Blasted finishes Abrasive Blast the cured surface using ha
81. occur Apply subsequent coats after the manufacturer s recommended drying period has elapsed Spraying Coatings with known health hazards Not permitted on site NATSPEC Apr 08 286 insert date FINISH 0673 Powder coatings 0673 POWDER COATINGS 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities General Provide powder coating systems to substrates as follows Consistent in colour gloss level texture and dry film thickness Fully bonded Resistant to environmental degradation within the manufacturer s stated life span for the product type Selections Conform to the Selections 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection 1 3 STANDARDS Substrates Application to aluminium and aluminium alloy substrates for architectural applications To AS 3715 Application to substrates other than aluminium for architectural applications To AS 4506 1 4 INTERPRETATION Definitions General For the purposes of this worksection the definitions given below apply HSS Heat sensitive substrate e g medium density fibreboard MDF Substrate The surface to which the coating material is applied or is to be applied Thermoset powder coat A mixture of finely ground particles of pigment and resin sprayed on to the surface to be coated The charged powder particles adhere to the electrically grounded surfaces until heated and fused into a smooth coating in a curing oven Thermoset polyes
82. of overflashings After flood testing 1 6 SUBMISSIONS Execution records Placing records Photographically record the application of membranes and information as follows Date Portion of work Substrate preparation Weather during application and curing Protection provided from traffic and weather 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 MEMBRANES Membrane systems To be proprietary membrane systems having one of the following certifying that the system is suitable for the intended external waterproofing as follows Acurrent Australian Building Product and Systems Certification Scheme certificate issued by ABCB Australian Building Codes Board Acurrent appraisal report issued by either CSIRO Building Products and Systems Appraisals Acurrent BRANZ Appraisal Certificate 2 2 ACCESSORIES Internal roof outlets for membrane roof General Proprietary funnel shaped sump cast into the roof slab set flush with membrane with a flat removable grating and provision e g clamp ring for sealing the membrane into the base of the outlet Flashing as required to be certiified and warrantied by installer 3 EXECUTION 3 1 PREPARATION General Prepare substrates as follows Fill all cracks in substrates wider than 1 5 mm with a filler compatible with the membrane system Fill voids and hollows in concrete substrates with a concrete mix not stronger than the substrate Remove projections Remove all traces of a concrete
83. of water If water is to be added comply with AS 1379 Section 4 2 3 Transport Mode must prevent segregation loss of material and contamination of the environment and must not adversely affect placing or compaction Site mixed supply Emergencies If mixing by hand is carried out provide details Plant Mix concrete in plant located on the construction site NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 06 106 insert date STRUCTURE 0314b Concrete in situ 3 3 CORES FIXINGS AND EMBEDDED ITEMS Adjoining elements General For adjoining elements to be fixed to or supported on the concrete provide for the required fixings If required provide for temporary support of adjoining elements during construction of the concrete Protection General Grease threads Protect embedded items against damage Compatibility Ensure inserts fixings and embedded items are compatible with each other with the reinforcement and with the concrete mix to be used Corrosion If in external or exposed locations galvanize anchor bolts and embedded fixings or propose alternate materials such as stainless steel Structural integrity General Fix cores and embedded items to prevent movement during concrete placing In locating cores fixings and embedded items reposition but do not cut reinforcement and maintain cover to reinforcement Isolation Isolate embedded items so that water cannot track to concrete providing minimum cover to reinforcement To
84. on site under Removal of topsoil and Placing topsoil 0242 Landscape fences and barriers Requirement GBCA document Mat 8 Sustainable timber Mat 8 Refer to guidance text on the certification of timber sources 0251 Landscape soils Requirement GBCA document Eco 1 Topsoil Eco 1 Document limits on externally sourced topsoils 0253 Landscape planting Requirement GBCA document Wat 3 Landscape irrigation Wat 3 Document drought resistant plants for a xeriscape garden 0254 Irrigation Requirement GBCA document Wat 3 Landscape irrigation Wat 3 Document connection of irrigation system to non potable water supplies such as greywater or stormwater retention systems 0271 Pavement base and subbase Requirement GBCA document Mat 5 Concrete Mat 5 The standards applicable to recycled concrete aggregate for base and subbase are listed in the Base and subbase compliance table 0274 Concrete pavement Requirement GBCA document Mat 5 Concrete Mat 6 Steel Mat 5 Document the use of recycled concrete aggregate for concrete mixes Note minimum percentage requirement Mat 6 The Australian Steel Institute http www steel org au Select ASI Groups Sustainability provides advice about the percentage of post consumer content in Australian steel and identifies products meeting GBCA criteria Reinforcing bar and mesh is mentioned 0310 Concrete combined Requirement GBCA docume
85. other ambient conditions and by products including rainwater potable and non potable water airborne salt and airborne pollution Durability Provide materials resistant to exposure to weather and UV radiation so that their colour surface finish flexibility and water resistance are maintained Temporary measures Do not use adhesive tape film or paper or applied coatings liable to bond to the substrate when exposed to sunlight or weather as temporary measures to protect screen components during the course of the works Where temporary measures are used remove all traces particularly from contact mating surfaces before joining up Operation Requirement Provide moving parts which operate freely and smoothly without vibration rattling binding or sticking and at correct tensions or operating forces Lubricate where appropriate 3 2 WELDING General Quality Provide finished welds descaled and free of surface and internal cracks slag inclusion and porosity All welding is to be continuous unless permanently concealed Restrictions Do not weld as follows Onsite On finished surfaces Next to a finished surface or glass unless the adjacent surface is adequately protected from damage NATSPEC Oct 08 193 insert date ENCLOSURE 0457 External screens 3 3 EMBEDDED FIXINGS General Fixing Fix screens to the building structure by one of the following methods and in accordance with the Fastener fixing schedule
86. over softwood joists or underlay NATSPEC Oct 07 Amat Apr 08 273 insert date FINISH 0655 Timber flooring Set out Locate joints in boards so that they are evenly and symmetrically distributed and as follows Butt joints Centrally on supports End matched joints Not in adjacent boards Minimum number of spans across supports 2 Movement control joints Perimeters Provide 12 mm wide joints against vertical building elements Between underlay sheets 6 mm Floors under 6 x 6 m Partially cramp strip flooring to allow a 1 mm gap every 600 mm or 1 5 mm every metre Floors over 6 x 6 m Additionally divide floors into maximum dimensions of 6 m with joints 4 mm wide filled with a flexible sealant compatible with the applied finish Parquet panel and adhesive fixed strip flooring Vapour barrier under adhesive fixed flooring A liquid applied membrane compatible with the adhesive system Trial set out Prepare a trial parquet tile or panel set out to each area to Maximise the size of equal margins of cut parquet tiles or panels Locate movement joints Laying method To the manufacturer s flooring installation guide Performance Spread adhesive and lay boards to achieve the following Contact between panel and adhesive 75 Verify by lifting and examining 1 panel in 20 Clamp starting and finishing rows to prevent sideways movement Avoid clusters of end joints Ensure adhesive does not blee
87. plaster General In situ applied plaster system incorporating selected stone dust in a proprietary matrix producing a smooth polished surface with visual patterning Glass bead coatings General Glass beads bound in a proprietary matrix factory applied to MDF panels Product or applicator complete delete 6 EXECUTION 6 1 PREPARATION Substrates General Ensure substrates have Any deposit or finish which may impair adhesion of plaster cleaned off If framed or discontinuous support members in full lengths without splicing If solid or continuous excessive projections hacked off and voids and hollows filled with plaster stronger than the first coat and not weaker than the substrate Absorbent substrates If suction is excessive control it by dampening but avoid over wetting and do not plaster substrates showing surface moisture Dense concrete If not sufficiently rough to provide a mechanical key roughen by scabbling or the like to remove 2 mm of the laitance and expose the aggregate then apply a bonding treatment Painted surfaces Remove paint and hack the surface at close intervals Untrue substrates If the substrate is not sufficiently true to ensure conformity with the thickness limits for the plaster system or has excessively uneven suction resulting from variations in the composition of the substrate apply additional coats without exceeding the thickness limits for the substrate or system Beads Location Fix b
88. reducing the building s greenhouse gas emissions to levels below the Conditional Requirement Emi 4 Document thermal insulation that is free of ozone depleting substances in both manufacture and composition 0726 Air handling plant minor Requirement GBCA document IEQ 11 Hazardous materials IEQ 12 Internal noise levels Ene 1 Greenhouse gas emissions Emi 4 Insulant ODP Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC Oct 08 21 15 01 2009 GENERAL 0169 Green star office as built submissions IEQ 11 Document the removal of asbestos lead and PCBs in accordance with the standards listed in Table IEQ 11 1 IEQ 12 Document upper limits of noise caused by units in the Room fan coil unit schedule Ene 1 Document systems that contribute to reducing the building s greenhouse gas emissions to levels below the Conditional Requirement Emi 4 Document thermal insulation that is free of ozone depleting substances in both manufacture and composition 0727 Air handling plant packaged Requirement GBCA document IEQ 11 Hazardous materials IEQ 12 Internal noise levels Ene 1 Greenhouse gas emissions Emi 4 Insulant ODP IEQ 11 Document the removal of asbestos lead and PCBs in accordance with the standards listed in Table IEQ 11 1 IEQ 12 Document upper limits of noise caused by units in the Air handling unit schedule Ene 1 Document systems that contribute to reducing
89. sisien eenn eanan aeeoa emane Ea aeeoea ae aan Ea deaa o Ea iaeoe ieaoo deenaa eana a aaan 126 0342 Light steel framing inssiiiesiniisnanieinurinnknrennnaninanana se scececevennecede sencessusnnect ariana EnSan arannana Raai 130 0344b Steel hot dip galvanized coatings cssccseeeeseeeseeeeeseeeeeneeeeseeseseeeenseeeeseeeeseaeseneeneneeeenss 134 0345b Steel protective paint coatings ccecccsseeeseeeeeeesesteeeeseeeeeeeeeseaesaseaeenseeeseneeeseaeseseenenseeeees 136 0346 Structural fire protection SysStemMS ssssssussunssunenunnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn nnana na 144 0382 Light timber framing ss nsssu1nnssuunnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn nunne nnnnnn nnmnnn nnmnnn nnmnnn nnmnnn nnn 146 0383 Flooring and decking ss snssssunnssuunnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn nnmnnn nnmnnn nnmnnn nanne nnn nna 151 0411b Waterproofing external and tankin seccceseseeeeesseeeeeenseeeeeenseeeeeenseeeeeeeeseeeeeenseenensnseenenes 154 0421 Roofing combined ssssssssssnnennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn nnmnnn nnnnnnn nnmnnn nnmnnn nnmnnn nnana 159 0431b Cladding combined cccseccseseeeeeeeeeeeeseenaeeneeeeeesaesesaaeensneeeneeeeseaeseseaeenseeeeeeeseseaeseeseeenseeenes 165 0451b Windows and glazed COOP S ccsesecceseeeeeeneeeeeeensneeeeeenseeeeeenseeeeeenseeeeeenseeeeeeedseeeeeenseeeeeenseeenes 167 0452b WindOW hardd
90. so that they fit firmly against abutting members Service holes Form holes by drilling or punching Bushes Provide plastic bushes or grommets to site cut holes Swarf Remove swarf and other debris from cold formed steel framing immediately Site work Do not fabricate on site where welded connections are required Fastening Type Select from the following Bolting Self drilling self tapping screws Blind rivets Proprietary clinching system Structural adhesives Welding Welding Burning Avoid procedures that result in greater than localised burning of the sheets or framing members Prefabricated frames General Protect frames from damage or distortion during storage transport and erection Metal separation General Install lagging to separate non ferrous service pipes and accessories from the framing Unseasoned or CCA treated timber General Do not fix in contact with framing without fully painting the timber and or the steel Earthing Permanent earthing Required Temporary earthing Provide temporary earthing during erection until the permanent earthing is installed Protection General Coatings which have been damaged by welding or other causes shall be restored Thoroughly clean affected areas to base metal and coat with zinc rich organic primer Certification General For components for which independent design certification has been required provide independent certification for the e
91. substitution is for any reason other than unavailability submit evidence that the substitution Is of net enhanced value to the principal Is consistent with the contract documents and is as effectual as the identified item detail or method Samples Submission Submit nominated samples Incorporation of samples If it is intended to incorporate samples into the works submit proposals Incorporate samples in the works which have been endorsed for incorporation Do not incorporate other samples Retention of samples Keep endorsed samples in good condition on site until practical completion Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 31 15 01 2009 GENERAL 0171b General requirements Shop drawings General If required submit dimensioned drawings showing details of the fabrication and installation of services and equipment including relationship to building structure and other services cable type and size and marking details Diagrammatic layouts Coordinate work shown diagrammatically in the contract documents and submit dimensioned set out drawings Submission medium Hardcopy Checking Ensure that the drawings have been checked before submission 1 9 DESIGN General Design by contractor If the contractor provides design use only appropriately qualified persons and comply with all statutory requirements Conflict with the documents If it is believed that a confl
92. supplier s certificate which may be included on an invoice or delivery docket verifying conformance to grading and noting moisture content Do not brand timber products Inspection If neither branding nor certification is adopted submit a report by an independent inspecting authority verifying conformance 1 7 TOLERANCES Tolerances Maximum deviation of the finished floor surface 3 mm under a 3 m straight edge laid in any direction 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 GENERAL Forest certification Certified wood products all excluding recyled content Adhesive General Provide adhesives to the Selection schedules and as follows Compatible with the materials and surfaces to be adhered Alkali resisting Solvent and water content lt 40 Shear strength when cured average 1 47 MPa Elasticity Sufficient to withstand continuous expansion and contraction of boards Will not break down under service Ventilation Provide adequate ventilation appropriate for moisture curing Acoustic underlay General Closed cell foam sheeting perforated to receive adhesive beads Critical radiant flux Standard to AS ISO 9239 1 Flooring system Conform to the values of critical radiant flux nominated in Selections Smoke development rate Standard To AS ISO 9239 1 Floor finishes in non sprinklered buildings 750 percent minutes NATSPEC Oct 07 Amat Apr 08 269 linsert date FINISH 0655 Timber flooring 2 2 STRIP FLOORI
93. the General requirements worksection Associated worksections Associated worksections Conform to the following Concrete finishes 1 3 STANDARDS General Formwork design and construction To AS 3610 Reinforced concrete design and construction To AS 3600 Plywood formwork To AS 6669 Profiled steel sheeting including shear connectors To AS 2327 1 1 4 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give notice so that inspection may be made of the following Completed formwork before concrete placing Used formwork after cleaning and before reuse 1 5 SUBMISSIONS Design documentation Certification For other than profiled steel sheeting composite formwork submit certification by a qualified structural engineer experienced in formwork design verifying conformance of the design Execution documentation Certification Submit certification by a qualified structural engineer experienced in formwork design and construction verifying conformance of the completed formwork including the suitability of the formwork for the documented surface finish class Surface repair method If required submit details of the proposed method before commencing repairs NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 100 insert date STRUCTURE 0311b Concrete formwork 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 MATERIALS Lost formwork General Not to contain timber or chlorides and not to impair the structural performance of the concrete members Profiled steel sheeting composite formwork
94. the section either by using a grooving tool by sawing or by inserting a premoulded strip Install a control joint product Bay sizes Area lt 15 m Length to width ratio lt 1 1 5 Slip resistant treatment Surface treatment Apply silicon carbide granules after floating and before the topping surface has set and trowel into the surface so that the granules remain exposed Application rate 1 kg m evenly distributed Surface colouring General Apply the colouring product after floating and before the topping surface has set and trowel into the surface so that it is even in colour Surface treatment General Apply the surface treatment after floating and before the topping surface has set Temperature General Ensure that the temperature of mixes substrates and reinforcement are at the time of application 2 5 C or lt 35 C 251 NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 insert date FINISH 0612b Cementitious toppings Severe temperature If the ambient shade temperature is greater than 38 C do not mix topping 3 4 MOVEMENT JOINTS General General Provide movement joints to the Movement joints schedule and as follows Location Over structural isolation contraction expansion joints To divide complex room plans into rectangles Around the perimeter of the floor At junctions between different substrates To divide large topping finished areas into bays At abutments with the buildin
95. to the General requirements worksection 1 3 STANDARDS General Framing To AS 1684 Parts 2 3 or 4 as appropriate Design To AS 1720 1 1 4 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give notice so that inspection may be made of the following Prefabricated units before installation Fabricated items before priming or water repellent treatment Bolts after final tightening Timber work after erection but before it is covered 1 5 SUBMISSIONS Design General Where the structural drawings define performance criteria submit independent design documentation and certification from a professional engineer including for the erected work Reactions Provide location and magnitude of reactions to be accommodated by the support structure Floor and wall frame member sizes Submit a schedule of proposed member sizes certified as meeting stated project AS 1684 and AS 1720 1 requirements for span spacings and loadings Shop drawings General Submit shop detail drawings certified by a professional engineer stating that the design has been carried out in accordance with documented project AS 1684 and AS 1720 1 requirements for the configurations and loadings Also submit the following Species and stress grade Moisture content at time of manufacture Preservative treatment if any Roof trusses Prepare drawings to show Onaplan the truss layout On elevations the arrangement of members allowing for the accommodation of
96. to the back Standard To AS NZS 2208 Stainless steel Grade 304 fine linished finish 2 2 VENEERS Timber veneer Veneer quality To AS NZS 2270 Grades minimum requirement Select grade veneer quality A for visible surfaces to have clear finish or to have no coated finish General purpose grade veneer quality B for other visible surfaces General Provide veneers slip matched and flitch batched and falling within the visual range of the approved samples Vinyl veneer Type Proprietary unbacked vinyl fabric factory bonded to the designated surface NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 221 insert date INTERIOR 0551 Joinery 2 3 JOINERY ITEMS General Provide materials noted on drawings as follows Joinery components and their location indicative construction details scribes and trims materials dimensions and thicknesses and finishes shall be as detailed All dimensions noted on drawings shall be confirmed on site after the completion of partitions Finishes selections are noted in the Finishes schedule Hardware and equipment Major items shall be noted on drawings where they occur and all hardware and equipment items are noted in the FF amp E schedule 2 4 DOMESTIC KITCHEN ASSEMBLIES Standard General To AS NZS 4386 1 Plinths Material Select from the following Exterior general purpose plywood High moisture resistant particleboard High moisture resistant medium density fibreboar
97. treads and risers Top landing Balustrade to stair flight and landing Circular stairs A proprietary system mechanically assembled and fixed in place comprising the following Acentral steel tube column Prefabricated metal treads sleeved over and cantilevered from the column Top landing Balustrade and handrail to stair and landing Spacers fixings and accessories necessary to complete the system NATSPEC Jan 06 Amat Apr 08 230 linsert date INTERIOR 0554 Stairs ladders and walkways 3 4 STAIR NOSINGS Applied nosings Aluminium Purpose made extruded Slip resistant aluminium nosing Vinyl Purpose made moulded Slip resistant section Ceramic Purpose made moulded Slip resistant tiles Tactile indicators Standard To AS 1428 4 3 5 FIXED STEEL LADDERS Assembly Materials design and construction To AS 1657 General Fix ladder stiles securely to the building structure at tops and bottoms of flights and at intermediate points 3 6 PIPE RAIL BALUSTRADES Fabrication Method Welding Joints Produce smooth unbroken surfaces at joints Scribe the joints between posts and rails Make end to end joints over an internal sleeve Bends Make changes of direction in rails by evenly curved pipe bends Free ends Seal the free ends of pipes with fabricated or purpose made end caps Fixing to structure General Provide fabricated predrilled or purpose made brackets or post bases and attach the
98. type appropriate to the field of application Two pack liquid coating Application Spray Finish Full gloss Primer Two pack epoxy primer to AS NZS 3750 13 Topcoat Internal use Proprietary polyurethane or epoxy acrylic system External use Proprietary polyurethane system 3 3 COMPLETION Damage General If prefinishes are damaged including damage caused by unauthorised site cutting or drilling remove and replace the damaged item Repair General If a repair is required to metallic coated sheet or electrogalvanized on inline galvanized steel products clean the affected area and apply a two pack organic primer to AS NZS 3750 9 Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 44 15 01 2009 GENERAL 0184 Termite management 0184 TERMITE MANAGEMENT 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities Provide termite management materials and systems Selections As documented 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection 1 3 STANDARD General Termite barriers To AS 3660 1 1 4 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give sufficient notice so that inspection may be made of the completed termite barriers 1 5 TESTS Chemical soil barriers reticulation systems Type testing To AS 3660 1 Appendix E 1 6 SUBMISSIONS Tests Submit a Registered testing authority laboratory analysis certificate of chemical soil barrier type testing to
99. volume subject matter and date of issue Dividers Durable divider for each separate element with typed description of system and major equipment components Clearly print short titles under laminated plastic tabs Drawings Fold drawings to A4 size and accommodate them in the binders so that they may be unfolded without being detached from the rings Provide with reinforced punched binder tabs Pagination Number pages Ring size 50 mm maximum with compressor bars Text Manufacturers printed data including associated diagrams or typewritten single sided on bond paper in clear concise English Number of copies 3 Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 34 15 01 2009 GENERAL 0181 Adhesives sealants and fasteners 0181 ADHESIVES SEALANTS AND FASTENERS 1 GENERAL 1 1 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection 1 2 SUBMISSIONS Installed sealant tests Sampling For each sealant test take 3 samples of installed and cured sealant each at least 50 mm long from completed joints Testing Submit the results of tests to the Installed sealant tests schedule Reinstatement Make good the joints from which the samples were taken Installed sealant tests schedule Item to be tested Property to be tested Applicable standard Sealants Samples Submit colour samples of visible join
100. wide and filled with bitumen impregnated fibreboard 3 4 COMPACTION OF BEDDING General Compaction Compact the sand bedding after laying paving units using a vibrating plate compactor and continue until lipping between adjoining units is eliminated Joint filling Compact all paving units to design levels prior to the commencement of joint filling 3 5 JOINT FILLING General General Spread dry sand over the paving units and fill the joints by brooming Undertake one or more passes with the vibrating plate compactor and refill the joints with sand Repeat the process until the joints are completely filled Timing Fill joints on the same day that pavers are compacted 3 6 PROTECTION OF THE WORK General Protection Prevent all vehicular and pedestrian traffic from using the pavement until all compaction and joint filling is completed and all edge restraints are in place 3 7 CLEANING Cleaning General Leave pavements clean on completion Final inspection Cracking in bound pavements Width lt 1 5 mm Subsidence Offset under 1 5 m length of the design profile lt 15 mm Stepping Between adjacent elements within the pavement area lt 5mm Chipping and spalling to pavement units Maximum 10 per 100 units with chipped or spalled arrises Ponding Maximum 10 mm deep 15 minutes after rain ceases Masonry units Refill joints as required NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 84 insert date SITE 0277 Pavement ancillaries
101. windows with sashes capable of being opened to satisfy the documented maintenance requirements 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection 1 3 STANDARDS General Selection and installation To AS 2047 Glazing Glass type and thickness To AS 1288 where no glass type or thickness is nominated Materials and installation To AS 1288 Quality requirements for cut to size and processed glass To AS NZS 4667 Terminology for work on glass To AS NZS 4668 1 4 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give notice so that inspection may be made of the following Openings prepared to receive windows where windows are to be installed in prepared openings Fabricated window assemblies at the factory ready for delivery to the site Fabricated window assemblies delivered to the site before installation Commencement of window installation 1 5 SUBMISSIONS Samples Submit samples of window and door framing as follows Accessory and hardware items documented descriptively or by performance i e not documented as proprietary items including locks latches handles catches sash operators anchor brackets and attachments masonry anchors and weather seals pile or extruded Colour samples of prefinished production material e g anodised or organic coated extrusions and sheet showing the limits of the range of variation in the selected colour Joints made by proposed techniques Sect
102. wool products to site in packaging labelled FBS 1 BIO SOLUBLE INSULATION 1 4 INTERPRETATIONS Definitions General For the purposes of this worksection the definitions given below apply Acoustic insulation a Reduction of sound energy passing through building elements b Materials or methods of construction to reduce the transmission of air born and structure born sound through walls floors or other enclosing elements in buildings Acoustic material Building material with specific acoustic properties to achieve Sound transmission loss Sound absorption Damping of resonance Resilience against impact noise Fire hazard properties Means the average specific extinction area critical radiant flux Flammability index Smoke Developed Index smoke growth rate index smoke development rate or Spread of Flame Index of a material or assembly that indicate how they behave under specific fire test conditions Mineral wool including glasswool and rockwool Entangled mat of fibrous non crystalline material derived from inorganic oxides or minerals rock slag or glass processed at high temperatures from a molten state 1 5 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give notice so inspection may be made of the following Insulation installed before it is covered up or concealed NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 209 insert date ENCLOSURE 0472 Acoustic insulation 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 INSULATION MATERIALS Fire hazard properties G
103. worksection the definitions given in AS NZS 2310 and those below apply Coating contractor The protective coatings application contractor conducting the on or off site coating application works Coating manufacturer The supplier and or manufacturer of the protective coating materials used ITP A series of formal Inspection and Test Plans prepared by the coating contractor to reflect the specific inspection and testing that will be carried out on the surface preparation coating application and the record keeping tasks to be undertaken MSDS The formal Material Safety Data Sheet prepared in accordance with Worksafe Australia s requirements and distributed by the coating manufacturer to provide information on the safe handling storage personal protective equipment requirements use and disposal of a coating product 1 4 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give notice so that inspection may be made of the following Items after fabrication prior to commencing surface cleaning and preparation Surfaces after preparation prior to application of first coating Coating stages After application of primer or seal coats After application of each subsequent coat 1 5 SUBMISSIONS Detailing of structural steelwork General If design and fabrication features of the items to be coated may lead to difficulties advise prior to commencing surface preparation Maintenance paint coating systems Existing systems Itemise areas of
104. 1 Greenhouse gas emissions IEQ 1 Document the percentage improvement of ventilation rates relative to the requirements of AS 1668 2 for 95 of the Nett Lettable Area NLA Ene 1 Document systems that contribute to reducing the building s greenhouse gas emissions to levels below the Conditional Requirement 0773 Building management systems Requirement GBCA document IEQ 5 Daylight glare control IEQ 7 Electric lighting levels Ene 1 Greenhouse gas emissions IEQ 5 Document systems that control blinds or screens that eliminate all direct sun penetration and control glare IEQ 7 Document control systems to maintain lighting levels within the required illuminance level limits for 95 of the Nett Lettable Area NLA Ene 1 Document systems that contribute to reducing the building s greenhouse gas emissions to levels below the Conditional Requirement 0784 Motors and starters Requirement GBCA document Ene 1 Greenhouse gas emissions Ene 1 Document systems that contribute to reducing the building s greenhouse gas emissions to levels below the Conditional Requirement Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC Oct 08 24 15 01 2009 GENERAL 0169 Green star office as built submissions 0791 Mechanical commissioning Requirement GBCA document Man 2 Commissioning clauses Man 4 Independent commissioning agent IEQ 12 Internal noise levels Ene 1 Greenhouse gas emi
105. 15 01 2009 GENERAL 0182b Fire stopping 0182b FIRE STOPPING 1 GENERAL 1 1 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection 1 2 GENERAL STANDARDS General Service penetration fire stopping systems To BCA clause C3 15 Control joint fire stopping systems To AS 4072 1 1 3 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give sufficient notice so that inspection may be made of the following Service penetrations completed and ready for fire stopping Finished fire stopping before being concealed 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 MATERIALS General Shelf life Ensure materials used have not exceeded their shelf life Toxic materials Free of asbestos and lead and free of nor requiring the use of toxic solvents Toxicity in fire Non toxic Fire stop mortars Type Re enterable cement based compound mixed with water Non shrinking moisture resistant Insoluble in water after setting Formulated compound of incombustible fibres Material Formulated compound mixed with mineral fibres non shrinking moisture resistant Insoluble in water after setting Fibre stuffing Material Mineral fibre stuffing insulation dry and free of other contaminants Standard AS NZS 4859 1 Section 8 Fire stop sealants Material Elastomeric sealant Soft permanently flexible non sag non shrinking moisture resistant Capable of providing a smoke tight gas tight and waterproof seal when properly installed Insoluble in water
106. 221b Site management Cultural heritage Training Ensure that all personnel working on site have received training relating to their responsibilities regarding cultural heritage and are made aware of any sites areas which must be avoided Identify such sites areas on a site map and make available to all relevant personnel during the works Notice Give notice if any item is encountered which is suspected to be an artefact of heritage value or any relic or material suspected of being of Aboriginal or early settlement origin Action Stop construction work that might affect the item and protect the item from damage or disturbance 2 2 CONTROL AND PROTECTION Air quality control General Protect adjoining owners residents and the public against dust dirt and water nuisance and injury Use dust screens and watering to reduce the dust nuisance Lighting of fires Prohibition Do not light fires Noise control and vibration Maximum noise level at the site boundary as per local authority requirements Monitoring Measure vibration levels of the peak particle velocity to AS 2187 2 Limits Do not exceed the vibration or airblast overpressure recommended in AS 2187 2 Appendix J Dust control Dust control measures Install shade cloth to minimise dust blow and erect hoardings as required Water quality Wash out Ensure that wash out does not enter waterways or stormwater drains Cross connection Ensure that there are no cross connections bet
107. 25 600 450 30 600 600 Hardwood density less than AS 2796 1 19 450 390 560 kg m 25 600 450 30 600 600 Softwood density 560 kg m or AS 4785 1 19 450 450 ees 35 600 450 Softwood density less than AS 4785 1 19 450 390 560 kg m 35 600 450 3 3 SUPPORT FIXING SHEET UNDERLAY Battens for sheet underlay on concrete slabs Framing fixed direct Fix seasoned battens to the concrete slab in conformance with the Sheet underlay battens table so that their top surfaces are aligned Battens 70 x 35 mm seasoned timber Spacing of fasteners lt 600 mm Framing fixed on resilient pads Fix seasoned battens on resilient pads to the concrete slab in conformance with the Sheet underlay battens table so that their top surfaces are aligned Pad spacing 400 mm centres Vapour barrier under battens 200 um high impact resistant polyethylene Lap 300 mm seal the laps with pressure sensitive tape and return up the vertical surfaces and trim at the level of the flooring Sheet underlay battens table Plywood stress grade Plywood thickness Batten spacing F11 13 mm 450 mm F14 12 5 mm 450 mm F11 18 5 mm 600 mm F14 17 mm 600 mm NATSPEC Oct 07 Amdt Apr 08 272 linsert date FINISH 0655 Timber flooring 3 4 UNDERLAY FIXING Underlay batten fixed on concrete slabs General Fix plywood underlay to the battens so that their top surfaces are aligned Orientation Fix at 45 to the di
108. 27 Room dividers Requirement GBCA document IEQ 12 Internal noise levels IEQ 14 Formaldehyde minimisation Mat 3 Re used materials IEQ 12 Document the acoustic performance of room dividers in the Folding doors schedule Accordion doors schedule and Operable walls schedule IEQ 14 Document low formaldehyde emitting products that meet the limit values outlined in Table IEQ 14 1 Mat 3 Document the re use of room dividers Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC Oct 08 17 15 01 2009 GENERAL 0169 Green star office as built submissions 0531 Suspended ceilings combined Requirement GBCA document IEQ 4 Daylight IEQ 12 Internal noise levels Mat 3 Re used materials IEQ 4 Document colours that provide the required reference reflectance values IEQ 12 Document the acoustic performance of suspended ceilings in the Suspended ceiling performance schedule Mat 3 Document the re use of suspended ceiling elements 0551 Joinery Requirement GBCA document IEQ 14 Formaldehyde minimisation Mat 3 Re used materials Mat 7 PVC minimisation Mat 8 Sustainable timber IEQ 14 Document low formaldehyde emitting products that meet the limit values outlined in Table IEQ 14 1 Mat 3 Document the re use of joinery elements Mat 7 Document alternative materials to PVC Mat 8 Refer to guidance text on the certification of timber sources 0571 Workstations Requireme
109. 3 insert date ENCLOSURE 0421 Roofing combined Upstands Flash projections above or through the roof with two part flashings consisting of a base flashing and a cover flashing with at least 100 mm vertical overlap Provide for independent movement between the roof and the projection Wall abutments Provide overflashings where roofs abut walls stepped to the roof slope in masonry and planked cladding otherwise raking In masonry Build into the full width of the outer leaf Turn up within cavity sloping inward across the cavity and fixed to or built in to the inner leaf at least 75 mm above In concrete Turn 25 mm into joints or grooves wedge at 200 mm centres with compatible material and point up Fixing to masonry or concrete Step in courses to the roof slope Interleave with damp proof course if any Fixing to pipes Solder or seal with neutral cured silicone rubber and either of the following Secure with a clamping ring Provide a proprietary flexible clamping shoe with attached metal surround flashing Gutters General Prefabricate box gutters Form stop ends downpipe nozzles bends and returns Dress downpipe nozzles into outlets Provide overflows to prevent back flooding Gutter and sump support Provide framing and lining to support valley gutters box gutters and sumps Line the whole area under the gutters and sumps Valley gutters Profile to suit the valley boarding Turn back both edges 180 x
110. 3 8 SCHEDULE TO AS NZS 2312 Protective paint coating requirement schedule Item P1 P2 P3 Atmospheric corrosivity category to AS NZS 2312 Level grids reference Description System designation Chloride level testing Colour AS 2700 143 NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 linsert date STRUCTURE 0346 Structural fire protection systems 0346 STRUCTURAL FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS 1 GENERAL 1 1 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection Associated worksections Associated worksections Conform to the following Fire stopping Painting 1 2 STANDARDS Structural fire protection systems Materials and components To BCA Specification A2 3 Coatings for fire protection of building elements Standard AS 3784 1 1 3 INTERPRETATION Definition FRL Fire resistance level 1 4 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give notice so that inspection may be made of the following Substrate preparation completed System support installed Protective system installed 1 5 SUBMISSIONS Samples General Submit samples of each specified system thickness density colour texture and support type Purpose To be used as quality control references on site Substrate Cleaning Give notice of surface conditions which cannot be corrected by normal hand tool cleaning methods Test results General Submit results of thickness and density measurements Fire protection systems Conformance
111. 3 Refrigerant leaks applies to methods of preventing and detecting refrigerant leaks in completed systems not during the demolition process 0511 Lining Requirement GBCA document IEQ 14 Formaldehyde minimisation IEQ 14 Document low formaldehyde emitting products that meet the limit values outlined in Table IEQ 14 1 0521 Partitions demountable Requirement GBCA document IEQ 12 Internal noise levels IEQ 14 Formaldehyde minimisation Mat 3 Re used materials IEQ 12 Document the acoustic performance of partitions in the Partition performance schedule IEQ 14 Document low formaldehyde emitting products that meet the limit values outlined in Table IEQ 14 1 Mat 3 Document the relocation of partitions 0522 Partitions framed and lined Requirement GBCA document IEQ 12 Internal noise levels IEQ 14 Formaldehyde minimisation Mat 3 Re used materials IEQ 12 Document the acoustic performance of partitions in the Partition performance schedule IEQ 14 Document low formaldehyde emitting products that meet the limit values outlined in Table IEQ 14 1 Mat 3 Document the re use of partition materials 0524 Partitions glazed Requirement GBCA document IEQ 12 Internal noise levels Mat 3 Re used materials IEQ 12 Document the acoustic performance of partitions in the Glazed partition and internal window performance schedule Mat 3 Document the re use of partition materials 05
112. 3 STANDARDS General Aluminium framed sunscreens awnings and shutters Stress analysis of members To AS NZS 1664 1 or AS NZS 1664 2 Horizontal screen loadings To AS NZS 1170 1 Table 3 2 Electrically operated external louvres and blinds Drive motors To AS NZS 60335 2 97 Access for maintenance To AS 1657 Glazing Glass type and thickness To AS 1288 where no glass type or thickness is nominated Other glazing materials To AS 1288 Installation To AS 1288 Quality requirements for cut to size and processed glass To AS NZS 4667 1 4 INTERPRETATION Definitions General For the purposes of this worksection the definitions given below apply Screen The term screen is used generically in this worksection to include sunscreens trafficable sunscreens external louvres and blinds shutters awnings and pergolas fixed to building facades or openings to control sunlight and or provide privacy to screen plant and equipment or to provide an architectural feature It applies to fixed adjustable operable and automatically controlled types Louvres Horizontal Louvres that span between frame stiles mullions or supports Vertical Louvres that span between frame heads and sills or horizontal supports Continuous Louvres that run continuously past and are supported by concealed framing or brackets Membrane A thin and flexible sheet of fabric material Shade cloth A knitted or woven fabric designed for
113. 33 15 01 2009 GENERAL 0171b General requirements Warranties General If a warranty is documented or if a manufacturer s standard warranty extends beyond the end of the defects liability period name First Exemplar Pty Ltd as warrantee Register with manufacturers as necessary Retain copies delivered with components and equipment and submit to the architect at practical completion Commencement Commence warranty periods at practical completion or at acceptance of installation if acceptance is not concurrent with practical completion Approval of installer If installation is not by manufacturer and product warranty is conditional on the manufacturer s approval of the installer submit the manufacturer s written approval of the installing firm 3 4 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUALS General General Submit operation and maintenance manuals for installations to the architect Format electronic copies Printing Provide material that can be legibly printed on A4 size paper Scope Provide the same material as specified for hardcopy in electronic format Quantity and format Conform to Electronic submissions Format hard copy General A4 size loose leaf in commercial quality 4 ring binders with hard covers each indexed divided and titled Include the following features Cover Identify each binder with typed or printed title OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL to spine Identify title of project volume number
114. 4680 1 3 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give notice so that inspection may be made of the following Coating integrity at the galvanizing plant 1 4 SUBMISSIONS Holes and lifting lugs General If holes and lifting lugs are required to facilitate handling filling venting and draining during galvanizing submit details on size and location Detailing features General If design and fabrication features of the articles to be galvanized may lead to difficulties during galvanizing identify these and submit details for improvement 2 EXECUTION 2 1 GENERAL Care Dimensional change If design and fabrication features of articles to be galvanized are likely to lead to dimensional change identify these and submit proposals for its minimisation Embrittlement If steel is susceptible to embrittlement take due care in processing in order to avoid this Mechanical properties Avoid mechanical damage Ensure that mechanical properties of the base metal do not change Surface preparation Surface contaminants and coatings generally Chemical clean then acid pickle Chemical cleaning To AS 1627 1 Acid pickling To AS 1627 5 Acid Hydrochloric Inhibitor Required Abrasive blast cleaning To AS 1627 4 Abrasive Chilled shot as per AS 1627 4 Table 2 Grade Sa 2 to AS 1627 9 Type complete delete NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 134 linsert date STRUCTURE 0344b Steel hot dip galvanized coatin
115. 7 Timber floor coating system Coating If edge bonding of strip flooring is known to occur apply a sealer compatible with the final coat Final coats 2 coats of water based polyurethane applied with a continuous wet edge and to the manufacturer s instructions 3 4 COMPLETION Cleaning General Vacuum clean the area and protect with fabric drop sheets Do not use plastic sheeting NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 278 insert date FINISH 0671b Painting 0671b PAINTING 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities General Provide coating systems to substrates as follows Consistent in colour gloss level texture and dry film thickness Free of runs sags blisters or other discontinuities Paint systems fully opaque Clear finishes at the level of transparency consistent with the product Fully adhered Resistant to environmental degradation within the manufacturer s stated life span Selections Conform to the Selections 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection Associated worksections Associated worksections Conform to the following complete delete 1 3 STANDARDS Painting General Comply with the recommendations of those parts of AS NZS 2311 which are referenced in this worksection 1 4 SUBMISSIONS Clear finish coated samples General Submit pieces of timber or timber veneer matching the timber to be used in the works prepared puttied stained
116. 8 91 insert date STRUCTURE 0310b Concrete combined Epoxy coating To be high build high solids chemically resistant coating Thickness 200 um minimum Galvanizing To AS NZS 4680 Sequence If fabrication is to occur after galvanizing submit proposals for galvanizing repair and coating of cut ends Zinc coating minimum 600 g m Steel reinforcement Standard To AS NZS 4671 Ductility grade Class N Surface condition Free of loose mill scale rust oil grease mud or other material which would reduce the bond between the reinforcement and concrete Tie wire General To be annealed steel 1 25 mm diameter minimum External and corrosive applications Galvanized 2 5 PRECAST UNITS Marking Identification Identify units by marks which are as follows Remain legible until after the unit has been fixed in place Are not visible in the completed structure Show the date of casting Show the correct orientation of the unit On other than units manufactured as a standard product indicate the locations within the structure in accordance with the marking plan Tolerances Fixings and embedded items in precast units To AS 3610 and AS 3850 as applicable Lifting and bracing inserts Capacity To AS 3850 clauses 2 4 2 and 2 4 3 Attachments Sealing Recess lifting attachments such as ferrules or other types of cast in fixings and provide plugs for sealing Welding of connections Stand
117. AS 1428 1 clause 14 Letter size AS 1428 2 clause 16 Table 1 Sign type Printed acrylic sheet adhesive fixed Compliance BCA Spec A1 3 D3 3 c D3 6 AS 1428 1 Braille and tactile signs Position To each Sanitary facility Accessible entrance Accessible lift s Path of travel to accessible facilities Message International symbols to AS 1428 1 clause 14 for access or deafness Letter size BCA Specification D3 6 Sign type Adhesive fixed polyvinyl membrane with raised message Compliance BCA D3 6 AS 1428 1 Deafness Position Where hearing augmentation is installed BCA D3 7 Message International symbols to AS 1428 1 clause 14 Letter size BCA Specification D 3 6 clause 16 Table 1 AS 1428 2 Sign type Printed acrylic sheet adhesive fixed Compliance BCA D3 7 AS 1428 1 Plant room signs Lift Machine Room LMR door Position External face LMR door Message DANGER ENTRY OF UNAUTHORISED PERSONS PROHIBITED Letter size 25 mm Danger 10 mm message Sign type Printed acrylic sheet adhesive fixed NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 238 linsert date INTERIOR 0581b Signs and display Compliance AS 1735 2 Main switchboard excluding Class 1 dwellings Position Main entry or fire indicator panel Message Indicate location of main switchboard Incorporate the term Main Switchboard Letter size Sign type Printed ac
118. Appendix E 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 NON CHEMICAL BARRIERS Concrete slab barrier Standard To AS 3660 1 Section 4 Services penetration barrier type Homeguard TMB or Trithor use proprietory penetration collars To be installed by qualified installer only Particle barriers Standard To AS 3660 1 Section 7 Use only as required qualified installer to advise Homeguard impregnated granuals only 3 EXECUTION 3 1 NON CHEMICAL BARRIERS Concrete slab barrier Standard To AS 3660 1 Section 4 Termite cap and strip shields Standard To AS 3660 1 Section 5 Woven stainless steel mesh barriers Standard To AS 3660 1 Section 6 Graded stone particles barriers Standard To AS 3660 1 Section 7 NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 07 45 insert date GENERAL 0184 Termite management 3 2 CHEMICAL SOIL BARRIERS General Standard To AS 3660 1 Section 8 3 3 COMPLETION Termite barrier notice Provide a durable notice permanently fixed in a prominent location to BCA B1 4 i ii or clause 3 1 3 2 b and AS 3660 1 Appendix A Waste materials Progressively cleaning Ensure that no waste materials which could attract termites remain on the site Warranty Warranty 5 years minimum Completion inspection At the end of the defects liability period inspect the termite control systems and submit a report on their efficacy and status NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 07 46 linsert date GENERAL 0185 Timber finishes and treatment
119. Apr 08 222 insert date INTERIOR 0551 Joinery Drawer and door hardware Hinge types Concealed metal hinges with the following features Adjustable for height side and depth location of door Self closing action Nickel plated Piano hinges Chrome plates steel extending full height of doors Slides Metal runners and plastic rollers with the following features 30 kg loading capacity Closure retention White thermoset powder coating or nickel plated 2 5 WORKING SURFACES Laminated benchtops Finish High pressure decorative laminated sheet Exposed edges Extend laminate over shaped nosing finishing gt 50 mm back on underside Splay outside corners at 45 Balance underside Extend laminate to the undersides of benchtops Installation Scribe to walls Fix to carcass at least twice per 600 mm length of benchtop Joint sealing Fill joint with sealant matching finish and clamp with proprietary mechanical connectors Stone benchtops Balance underside Laminate undersides of benchtops Splash backs Glass Fix with non acidic silicone adhesive Apply at the rate recommended by the manufacturer Installation Clean the back of the glass panel and apply wallnuts of adhesive together with double sided adhesive tape for temporary support and affix directly to the substrate 3 EXECUTION 3 1 JOINERY General Joints Provide materials in single lengths whenever possible If joints are necessary make t
120. C Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 linsert date STRUCTURE 0345b Steel protective paint coatings Surface contaminants Remove surface contaminants such as oil grease dirt and loose particles using an alkaline oil emulsifier degreaser to AS 1627 1 Surface preparation Prepare surfaces to the required finish to AS 1627 Parts 1 2 4 5 6 and 9 Surface cleaning Remove spent abrasive from the surface by blowing with clean dry air and or by vacuum cleaning Bolts Provide washers at heads and nuts at replacement bolts Surface preparation for atmospheric steel General Comply with the following Wash and degrease all surfaces to be coated in accordance with AS 1627 1 with a free rinsing alkaline detergent in strict accordance with the manufacturer s written instructions and all safety warnings Wash with fresh potable water and ensure that all soluble salts are removed in accordance with AS 3894 6 methods A and D Grind all sharp edges with a power tool to a minimum radius of 2 mm Power tool clean welds to AS 1627 2 Class 2 to remove roughness Remove filings preferably by vacuum or compressed air Abrasive blast clean all steel surfaces to be painted in accordance with AS 1627 4 to visual standard AS 1627 9 Class 2 5 equivalent to ISO 8501 1 Sa 2 5 Very Thorough Blast Cleaning Use a non metallic medium that will generate a surface profile of 35 to 65 microns as tested to AS 3894 5 Method A Commence appl
121. CA document Emi 6 Discharge to sewer Emi 6 Document septic tanks in the Septic tank schedule Specify greywater treatment systems 0823 Cold and heated water Requirement GBCA document Ene 1 Greenhouse gas emissions Wat 1 Occupant amenity water Emi 4 Insulant ODP Ene 1 Document systems that contribute to reducing the building s greenhouse gas emissions to levels below the Conditional Requirement Wat 1 Document water efficient products Emi 4 Document thermal insulation that is free of ozone depleting substances in both manufacture and composition 0825 Rainwater storage systems Requirement GBCA document Wat 1 Occupant amenity water Wat 1 Document rainwater tanks in the Rainwater tank schedule 0901 Electrical general requirements Requirement GBCA document Mat 3 Re used materials Mat 6 Steel Mat 7 PVC minimisation Mat 3 Document the re use of materials and components Mat 6 Document materials and components to be re used or recycled in the Recovered items for re use in the works schedule and the Demolished material for recycling schedule Mat 7 Document alternative materials to PVC 0902 Electrical design and install Requirement GBCA document Ene 1 Greenhouse gas emissions Ene 1 Document systems that contribute to reducing the building s greenhouse gas emissions to levels below the Conditional Requirement 0931 Power generation diesel Requirement GBCA doc
122. Combinations General Do not combine coatings from different manufacturers in a coating system Delivery General Deliver coatings to the site in the manufacturer s labelled and unopened containers Tinting General Provide only products which are colour tinted by the manufacturer Toxic ingredients General Comply with the requirements of Appendix Uniform Paint Standard to the Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons SUSDP Standards Coating types Wall coatings latex extensible To AS NZS 4548 1 Latex finish coatings high build low profile To AS NZS 4548 2 Latex textured coatings non aggregate To AS NZS 4548 3 Latex textured coatings aggregate filled To AS NZS 4548 4 3 EXECUTION 3 1 PREPARATION Standards General To AS NZS 2311 Sections 3 Order of work Other trades Before painting complete the work of other trades as far as practicable within the area to be painted except for installation of fittings floor sanding and laying flooring materials Protection Fixtures Remove door furniture switch plates light fittings and other fixtures before starting to paint and refix in position undamaged on completion of the painting Adjacent surfaces Protect adjacent finished surfaces liable to damage from painting operations Wet paint warning General Place notices conspicuously and do not remove them until the paint is dry Restoration General Clean off mark
123. ERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection 1 2 STANDARDS Glazing Glass type and thickness To AS 1288 where no glass type or thickness is nominated Materials and installation To AS 1288 Insulating Glass Units To AS NZS 4666 Quality requirements for cut to size and processed glass To AS NZS 4667 Terminology for work on glass To AS NZS 4668 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 GENERAL Performance Thermal qualities U value and Solar heat gain coefficient to SELECTIONS Heat soaking Requirement All toughened glass products Heat strengthening Requirement Heat strengthen all glass that requires extra strength and thermal resistance 2 2 GLASS Glass types and quality Standard To AS 1288 and AS NZS 4667 Glass and glazing materials Glass and glazing materials generally Free from defects which detract from appearance or interfere with performance under normal conditions of use Glazing plastics Free from surface abrasions and warranted by the manufacturer for 10 years against yellowing or other colour change loss of strength and impact resistance and general deterioration Safety glasses Standard To AS NZS 2208 Certification Required Certification provider An organisation accredited by the Joint Accreditation System of Australia and New Zealand JAS ANZ Type Grade A when used in curtain walls Heat soaking Required for toughened glass in curtain walls Insulating glass units IGU s
124. ERPRETATION Abbreviations General For the purpose to this worksection the abbreviations given below apply CRF Cement render finish CRM Cement render medium CRS Cement render stronger CRW Cement render weaker GPF Gypsum plaster finish Definitions General For the purposes of this worksection the definitions given below apply Plastering The process of coating the framing or solid surfaces of a building with a plastic material which hardens and then may be decorated or remain self finished Substrate The surface to which a material or product is applied Base coat A plaster coat applied prior to the application of the finish coat Bonding treatment A treatment of a substrate which improves adhesion of a plaster system Finish coat The final coat of a multi coat plaster system which may receive decoration or receive finishing treatment including terms as follows Bedding coat Hardwall plaster Setting coat Skim coat Whiteset plaster Finishing treatment The treatment applied to a finish coat which may include processes and results as follows Wood float The plaster is laid on with a trowel and finished with a dry wood float as soon as the wet sheen has disappeared from the surface Sponge The plaster is laid on thinly with a trowel floated up with a wood float and lightly finished with a sponge Smooth dado finish Cement based plaster is laid on with a trowel
125. ES Installation General Screw fix stiles and mullions to the building structure Provide weather strips to heads and sills Framed adjustable louvres Installation Screw fix the main frame to the building structure with monel or stainless steel screws or masonry anchors of the type recommended by the louvre manufacturer Metal louvres General Provide metal louvre blades mounted in a metal surround frame or subframe installed as for metal window installations 3 4 COMPLETION Trade clean Method Clean with soft clean cloths and clean water finishing with a clean squeegee Do not use abrasive or alkaline materials Extent All frames and glass surfaces inside and out Maintenance manual General Submit the window and glazed door manufacturer s published instructions for operation care and maintenance and maintenance Warranties Window and door assemblies Submit the manufacturer s published product warranties NATSPEC Jan 06 Amdt Oct 08 172 insert date ENCLOSURE 0452b Window hardware 0452b WINDOW HARDWARE 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities Provide window hardware in conformance with the Selections 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 HARDWARE Hardware documented generically Provide hardware of sufficient strength and quality to perform its function appropriate to the intended conditions of use suitable for use wi
126. Fire hazard indices for all materials when tested in conformance with AS NZS 1530 3 including if the material has a reflective facing scoring and blackening to AS NZS 1530 3 clause A6 Spread of flame index 0 Smoke developed index lt 3 NATSPEC Oct 07 Amat Oct 08 204 insert date ENCLOSURE 0471 Insulation and sarking membranes Facing materials Flammability index lt 5 when tested in conformance with AS 1530 2 Combustibility of insulation materials and facing Not deemed combustible as determined by AS 1530 1 Thermal properties General Submit evidence of conformance with AS NZS 4859 1 1 6 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give notice so that inspection may be made of the sarking vapour barrier and insulation before they are covered up or concealed 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 INSULATION MATERIALS Fire hazard properties General Fire hazard indices for all materials when tested in conformance with AS NZS 1530 3 Spread of flame index 0 Smoke developed index lt 3 Materials with reflective facing Test to AS NZS 1530 3 clause A6 Facing materials Flammability index lt 5 when tested in conformance with AS 1530 2 Combustibility of insulation materials and facing Not deemed combustible as determined by AS 1530 1 Bulk and reflective insulation Cellulosic fibre loose fill To AS NZS 4859 1 Section 5 Mineral wool blankets and cut pieces To AS NZS 4859 1 Section 8 Polyester To AS NZS 4859 1 S
127. General Materials construction fabrication and erection To AS 4100 Cold formed steel AS NZS 4600 1 3 ADJOINING ELEMENTS General Fixing Provide for the fixing of adjoining building elements that are to be connected to or supported on the structural steel 1 4 INSPECTION Notice on site Inspection Give notice so that inspection may be made of the following 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 1 5 SUBMISSIONS Origin of steel Requirement If it is proposed to use steel not of Australian origin submit documentation which demonstrates that the steel complies with Australian Standards Bolts Compliance Submit a manufacturer s compliance test certificate from an accredited testing organization confirming compliance with AS NZS 1252 Independent certification If bolts manufactured from outside Australia provide a local NATA accredited laboratory independent compliance certificate based on appropriate testing and verification Shop drawings General Submit shop drawings showing the following information Identification Steel type and grade Dimensions of items Required camber where applicable Conne
128. IM General General Provide trim such as beads mouldings and stops to make neat junctions between lining components finishes and adjacent surfaces Timber trim Hardwood AS 2796 1 Cypress pine AS 1810 Softwood To AS 4785 1 Grade To AS 4785 2 NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 214 insert date INTERIOR 0531b Suspended ceilings combined 0531b SUSPENDED CEILINGS COMBINED 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities General Provide suspended ceilings to the Selections and as follows Consistent in finish treatment 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection 1 3 STANDARDS General Suspended ceilings To AS NZS 2785 Luminaire and air diffuser interface To AS 2946 1 4 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give notice so that inspection may be made of The suspension system before the installation of ceiling tiles or panels The ceiling assembly before the installation of fittings and site painting if applicable The completed ceiling 1 5 SUBMISSIONS Samples General Submit samples as follows Suspension system Sections proposed for the suspension system including wall angles and trim Ceiling material Sheet panel tile and strip with insulation showing the extremes and mean of variation in colour pattern or texture of the proposed finish Methods Methods of jointing fixing height adjustment retaining and removing panels 2 PR
129. Independently certified by a professional engineer for the design and the erected components Selections As documented Design Formwork The design of the formwork other than profiled steel sheeting composite formwork is the contractor s responsibility 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General requirements General Conform to the General requirements worksection Associated worksections 1 3 STANDARDS General Formwork design and construction formed surfaces To AS 3610 Plywood formwork To AS 6669 Profiled steel sheeting including shear connectors To AS 2327 1 Specification and supply of concrete To AS 1379 Concrete materials and construction To AS 3600 Concrete structures for retaining liquids To AS 3735 Methods and equipment Precast elements Comply with the recommendations of CIA 248 1 4 INTERPRETATIONS Definitions General For the purposes of this worksection the definitions given below apply Concrete class Normal Concrete which is specified primarily by a standard compressive strength grade and otherwise in accordance with AS 1379 clause 1 5 3 Special Concrete which is specified to have certain properties or characteristics different from or additional to those of normal class concrete and otherwise in accordance with AS 1379 clause 1 5 4 Early age A mean compressive strength at 7 days exceeding the values shown in AS 1379 Table Green concrete Concrete which has set but not appreciably hardened Precas
130. March according to their seasonal growth requirement Insect and disease control Period for treatment Until the problem has been eliminated Chemical spray Apply outside of normal working hours 73 NATSPEC Apr 08 linsert date SITE 0250b Landscape gardening Stakes and ties Generally If plants are unable to be self supported or if stakes are damaged stake or restake the plants as follows Drive three hardwood stakes placed obliquely with the first stake on the opposite side to the prevailing winds Do not single stake large plants Removal If plants are robust with well developed systems and are strong enough to no longer require support remove stakes and ties Weeding Weeds Unwanted plants and grasses considered invasive to the locality Program Lawns Quarterly and as determined by the relationship of the general lawn condition and weed growth Trees and shrubs As required for planted paved and mulched areas to be weed free when observed at bi weekly intervals Method Clear and keep clear vigorous ground covers 200 mm from the base of any shrub or tree Small areas By hand Large areas Proprietary herbicides Herbicide application Avoid windy days or if rain is likely to follow within 12 hours and apply To the manufacturer s instructions and material data and safety sheets When the weather is humid with moderate temperatures and maximum sunlight When the ground has adeq
131. Material Hot dipped zinc coated sheet steel to AS 1397 minimum G500 Z350 Minimum steel grade G550 Corrosion protection Zinc coating Accessories Adopt material and corrosion protection to match the profiled steel sheeting Void formers Material To be cardboard or fibreboard collapsible on absorption of moisture 3 EXECUTION 3 1 PREPARATION Cleaning General Before placing concrete remove free water dust debris and stains from the forms and the formed space 3 2 CONSTRUCTION General General Conform to the Concrete finishes worksection Removable bolts Remove the bolts without causing damage to the concrete Corners Work above ground Chamfer at re entrant angles and fillet at corners Face of bevel 25 mm Embedments General Fix embedments through formwork to prevent movement or loss of slurry or concrete during concrete placement Openings General In vertical forms provide form openings or removable panels for inspection and cleaning at the base of columns walls and deep beams Access For thin walls and columns provide access hatches for placing concrete Steel decking Fixing If sheeting cannot be fixed to structural steel supports with puddle welds or with welded shear studs in composite construction provide details Steel linings Rust Clean off any rust and apply rust inhibiting agent prior to reuse Visually important surfaces General For concrete of surface finish classes 1 2 or 3 se
132. Measure for dryness the wall floor junction of adjacent spaces the slab soffit below using the hygrometer test method Record the result for each area Dam the doorway s and seal floor wastes and drainage outlets to allow 50 mm water level Fill space with clean water and leave overnight Evaluation Make a visual inspection of the wall floor junction of adjacent spaces and of the slab soffit below for obvious water or moisture Test the same areas for dryness using the hygrometer test method and compare the results to the measurements taken prior to flooding Compliance Evidence of water from the visual test Failure No visual evidence of water Proceed with the hygrometer test Increase in test results before and after flooding Failure Records Submit records of all flood tests 3 4 COMPLETION Protection General Keep traffic off membrane surfaces until bonding has set or for 24 hours after laying whichever period is the longer Reinstatement Repair or replace faulty or damaged work If the work cannot be repaired satisfactorily replace the whole area affected Warranty Waterproofing Cover materials and workmanship in the terms of the warranty in the form of interlocking warranties from the supplier and the applicator Form Against failure of materials and execution under normal environment and use conditions Period As offered by the supplier NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 256 inse
133. Methods and equipment Precast concrete tilt up elements To AS 3850 1 4 INTERPRETATION Definitions General For the purposes of this worksection the definitions given in AS 3850 clause 1 3 apply 1 5 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give notice so that inspection may be made of the following Formwork dimensions and stability Panel edge details and penetrations Connection materials and inserts in place Reinforcement in place 1 6 SUBMISSIONS Subcontractors Details Submit name and contact details of proposed manufacturer of the tilt up units Design Veneered fabrication If veneered fabrication is proposed submit proposals Contractor design Provide independent verification by a professional engineer of compliance of the design with project criteria Shop drawings General Submit shop drawings of tilt up units showing the proposed details for their design manufacture assembly transport and installation including the following Project title and manufacturer s name Marking plans and elevations referenced to the building grids and floors to locate each unit Shape or profile drawings submit these before fabrication of any moulds and tooling Calculations showing method of complying with nominated performance requirements Concrete mix and type of cement if special class concrete NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 07 117 insert date STRUCTURE 0317 Tilt up concrete Veneer details if applic
134. NENTS Fasteners Finish Prefinish exposed fasteners with an oven baked polymer coating to match the roofing material Fastenings to timber battens Provide fastenings just long enough to penetrate the thickness of the batten without piercing the underside Profiled fillers Provide Purpose made closed cell polyethylene foam profiled to match the roofing profile Locate profiled fillers under flashings to Ridges Eaves Lapped joints in roof sheeting Safety mesh Standard To AS NZS 4389 2 2 SHEET METAL ROOFING Standards Design and installation To AS 1562 1 Prepainted and organic film metal laminate products To AS NZS 2728 Roofing product Product brand Kingspan Profile KS100W trapezoidal roof sheet Product material type insulated sandwich panel roofing Colour to match zinc Location rear roof and top roof refer plans Product brand VM Zinc Profile Standing Seam Product material type Zinc cladding on ly substrate Colour Pigmento Green Location Front elevation 2 3 SEAMED SHEET METAL ROOFING Type Seamed sheet metal roofing laid on flush finished continuous plywood decking over an underlayer and separation layer Plywood decking Grading DD to AS NZS 2269 0 Bond Type A Thickness 19 mm Underlayer Self adhesive rubberized asphalt polyethylene waterproofing membrane Separation layer Fire resistant mat of a nylon core of fused entangled filaments Roof sheeting Product brand
135. NG Recycled timber Type or species Jarrah Source existing building stored at 83 Angove Street Appearance To be re sawn and finished to eliminate weathering stains and expose fresh timber New timber General Conform to the Grading table Grading table Product Standard Grade Hardwood AS 2796 2 High Feature Grade if available for the species selected otherwise Select Grade Seasoned cypress pine AS 1810 1 Softwood pinus ssp AS 4785 2 Appearance Softwood other AS 4785 2 Select Compressed fibre cement sheets AS NZS 2908 2 Type A Category 5 Particleboard flooring AS NZS 1860 1 Class 1 flooring Plywood flooring AS NZS 2269 0 Type Bond type A Identification General Identify timber using branding or certification Branding Brand timber under the authority of a recognised product certification or accreditation program applicable to the product Locate the brand mark on faces or edges which will be concealed in the works Provide certification from the recognised product certification or accreditation programs as appropriate Flooring TRADAC Accredited Timber Flooring Manufacturers Program Hardwoods Australian Timber Industry Certification Quality Scheme Milled radiata pine products Plantation Timber Certification Engineered Wood Products Association of Australia Quality Control and Product Certification Scheme Sawn radiata pine boards Plantation Timber Certification
136. ODUCTS 2 1 SUSPENSION SYSTEM Proprietary system General Provide in conformance with the Proprietary suspended system schedule 2 2 CEILING TILES Tiles General Provide in conformance with the Ceiling tile schedule 2 3 LININGS Plasterboard Standard To AS NZS 2588 Fibre cement Standard To AS NZS 2908 2 Wall and ceiling linings Type B category 2 Minimum thickness 4 5 mm Sealants Fire rated sealant Non hardening sealant compatible with the materials to be sealed and having a fire rating equal to that of the partition it seals NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 215 linsert date INTERIOR 0531b Suspended ceilings combined Acoustic sealant Non hardening sealant compatible with the materials to be sealed and rated to Ry 65 3 EXECUTION 3 1 SUSPENSION SYSTEM Alterations General Dismantle and re use ceiling suspension system members and supplement them with compatible members as required Ceiling grid General Set out the ceiling grid so that tile or panel joints and centrelines of visible suspension members coincide with grid lines shown on the drawings If not otherwise shown set out so that opposite margins are equal Suspension system Failure Provide a ceiling system such that failure of any one suspension point does not cause a progressive failure of the ceiling Height adjustment Provide height adjustment by means of a length adjustment device at each suspension point permitting length va
137. PLETION Spare tiles General Supply spare matching tiles and accessories of each type for future replacement purposes Store the spare materials on site Quantity At least 1 of the quantity installed Cleaning General Clean tiled surfaces using an appropriate tile cleaning agent and polish Operation and maintenance manuals General Submit a manual describing care and maintenance of the tiling including procedures for maintaining the slip resistance grading stating the expected life of the slip resistance grade NATSPEC Apr 08 263 insert date FINISH 0652b Carpets 0652b CARPETS 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities Lay carpet to backgrounds as follows and or to the Selections To remain secured for the warranty life of the carpet To remain consistently smooth for the warranty life of the carpet To form the pattern required 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection 1 3 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give notice so that inspection may be made of the following Each batch of material upon delivery to the works Subfloor prepared to receive the carpet installation Fixings edge strips and underlay installed ready to lay carpet Completed carpet after cleaning and before covering for protection 1 4 SUBMISSIONS Samples General Submit labelled production run samples illustrating the range of colour pattern texture and pile yarn ava
138. Placing General Use placing methods which avoid segregation and loss of concrete and which minimise plastic settlement Maintain a generally vertical and plastic concrete edge during placement Layers Place concrete in layers lt 300 mm thick such that each succeeding layer is compacted before previous layer has taken initial set Compact into previous layer Placing records General Keep on site and make available for inspection a log book recording each placement of concrete including the following Date Specified grade and source of concrete Slump measurements The portion of work Volume placed Rain General During placement and prior to setting do not expose concrete to rain Protection Protect surface from damage by covering until hardened Time between adjacent placements General Conform to the Minimum time delay schedule Vertical elements General In vertical elements limit the free fall of concrete to 1500 mm per 100 mm element thickness up to a maximum free fall of 3000 mm using enclosed vertical chutes or access hatches in forms 3 8 CONCRETE PLACING IN COLD WEATHER Cement General Do not use high alumina cement Placing Concrete Maintain the temperature of the freshly mixed concrete at gt 5 C Formwork and reinforcement Before and during placing maintain temperature at gt 5 C Severe weather General If severe weather conditions are predicted use high early strength cement
139. SPEC Apr 07 Amat Oct 08 98 linsert date STRUCTURE 0310b Concrete combined General To AS 3600 where it is more stringent than AS 3610 Loading General Do not erect masonry walls or other brittle elements on beams and slabs while they are still supported by formwork Unencased reinforcement General If starter bars and other items project from cast concrete for future additions and are exposed to the weather provide details of protection Protection Protection Protect the concrete from damage due to construction load overstresses physical and thermal shocks and excessive vibrations particularly during the curing period Surface protection Protect finished concrete surfaces and applied finishes from damage NATSPEC Apr 07 Amat Oct 08 99 linsert date STRUCTURE 0311b Concrete formwork 0311b CONCRETE FORMWORK 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities General Construct formwork so that the concrete when cast in the forms will have the required Dimensions Location Profile Shape Allowances Allow for dimensional changes deflections and cambers resulting from the following Imposed actions Concrete shrinkage and creep Temperature changes Selections Conform to the Selections Design General The design of the formwork other than profiled steel sheeting composite formwork is the contractor s responsibility 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to
140. Steel reinforcement Standard To AS NZS 4671 Ductility grade Class N Surface condition Free of loose mill scale rust oil grease mud or other material which would reduce the bond between the reinforcement and concrete Tie wire General To be annealed steel 1 25 mm diameter minimum External and corrosive applications Galvanized NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Jan 06 103 linsert date STRUCTURE 0312b Concrete reinforcement 3 EXECUTION 3 1 CONSTRUCTION Dowels Fixing If a dowel has an unpainted half embed this in the concrete placed first Tolerances Alignment 2 mm in 300 mm Location half the diameter of the dowel Grade 250 N Supports General Provide proprietary concrete metal or plastic supports to reinforcement in the form of chairs spacers stools hangers and ties as follows To be adequate to withstand construction and traffic loads With a protective coating if they are ferrous metal extending to the surface of the concrete or are used with galvanized or zinc coated reinforcement Minimum spacing Bars lt 60 diameters Fabric lt 800 mm Supports over membranes Prevent damage to waterproofing membranes or vapour barriers If appropriate place a metal or plastic plate under each support Projecting reinforcement General If starter or other bars project beyond reinforcement mats or cages through formwork or from cast concrete provide a plastic protective ca
141. Submit evidence of conformance with the Fire resistance level schedule 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 SPRAYED FIRE RESISTANT MATERIALS Base General Either perlite or vermiculite Standard To BS EN 13055 1 Fillers General Either hydrated lime or limestone Decorative and protective surface finishes Compatibility Conform to AS 3784 1 clause 6 3 NATSPEC Jan 06 Amdt Oct 07 144 insert date STRUCTURE 0346 Structural fire protection systems 2 2 BOARD FIRE PROTECTION Grade and thickness FRL Provide grade and thickness to achieve the required FRL System Select from the following for building elements to achieve the required FRL or refer to a finishes schedule Mineral fibre board 2 3 COMPONENTS Metal components generally Corrosion protection As nominated in the General requirements worksection Corrosion category As nominated in the Adhesives sealants and fasteners worksections Expanded metal lath Conformance To BCA Specification A 2 3 Annexure to Table 1 clause 1 6 Aperture 6 20 mm Self furring expanded metal lath Aperture 6 20 mm Ribs V shaped at 100 150 mm intervals Steel wire mesh Finish Galvanized Welded rectangular mesh Keying 10 25 mm Wire diameter 0 7 1 6 mm Twisted hexagonal mesh Conformance To AS 2423 Mesh size Nominally 25 32 mm Fixings Screws Deep threaded self tapping screws preferably with ribbed heads Staples Steel wire stapl
142. TILES Alterations General Re use existing tiles and supplement them with new ceiling tiles to suit the suspension system as required General Fitting Fit tiles accurately and neatly free from air leakage and staining Lock clips If tiles are exposed to wind loads or if required for security insert lock clips at the junction of carrier rails and tiles Pattern and texture Set out patterned or heavily textured materials to give consistency in direction of pattern or texture Service penetrations General Provide openings for and fit the ceiling up to all services elements such as light fittings ventilation outlets detectors sprinklers and loudspeakers Cut tile edges General Conceal or finish to match prefinished edges 3 3 PLASTERBOARD LINING Installation Gypsum plasterboard and fibre reinforced gypsum plaster To AS NZS 2589 Suspended flush ceilings Fix using screw or screw and adhesive to ceiling members or support frame Multiple sheet layers Application Fire rated and acoustic rated walls Joints Fill and flush up all joints and fixings in each layer and caulk up perimeters and penetrations before commencing succeeding layers Stagger all sheet joints by minimum 200 mm Joints Flush joints Provide recessed edge sheets and finish flush using perforated paper reinforcing tape Butt joints Make joints over framing members or otherwise provide back blocking External corner joints Make joints over metallic c
143. Temperature control General Heat the concrete materials other than cement to the minimum temperature necessary to ensure that the temperature of the placed concrete is within the limits specified Admixtures Do not use calcium chloride salts chemicals or other material in the mix to lower the freezing point of the concrete Frozen materials Do not allow frozen materials or materials containing ice to enter the mixer and keep free of frost and ice any forms materials and equipment coming in contact with the concrete Maximum temperature of water 60 C when it is placed in the mixer NATSPEC Apr 07 Amat Oct 08 95 linsert date STRUCTURE 0310b Concrete combined Plastic concrete Prevent plastic concrete from freezing without using salts or chemicals 3 9 CONCRETE PLACING IN HOT WEATHER Handling General Prevent premature stiffening of the fresh mix and reduce water absorption and evaporation losses Mix transport place and compact the concrete in conformance with the Elapsed delivery time table Placing Concrete Maintain the temperature of the freshly mixed concrete in conformance with the Hot weather placing table Formwork and reinforcement Before and during placing maintain temperature at lt 35 C Severe weather General If ambient shade temperature gt 38 C do not mix concrete Temperature control General Select one or more of the following methods of maintaining the specified temperature of th
144. The Hive Specification 440 William Street Commercial Development No street 440 William Street Suburb Perth Municipality shire city Town of Vincent Reference to title Lot position Lots 5 amp 6 Diagram Number D P 613 Owner s First Exemplar Pty Ltd Address 16 Edith Street Perth WA 6000 Revision Date Approved by TEMENS A R C H I Co praxis 14 651 894 627 5 205 Bulwer Street Perth WA 6000 P 61 0 9328 4754 F 61 0 9328 4756 E mail co praxis com NATSPEC SUBSCRIBER NUMBER 01102712 Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC 1 15 01 2009 Table of Contents TABLE OF CONTENTS Table Of ont ntS siian sete eee maa aeae aaa cre emaan da aaan eee Ea aaae Ee aaa aa aa Ea ama date ce Ee aaan eie aa aea ai aE cence 2 0142 Preliminaries ABIC SW 1 c scccesseeceeeeseeeeeeneeeeeenneaeseensneeseenseaeseennnaeseeeeseaeseeeseaeseensaeeeeneeaes 4 0169 Green star office as built SUDMISSIONS ccceeceseeeee seen eeeeeeeeeeeeseeeseseeeeeeeeeeeeseneaeeneeeeeneas 11 0171b General requirements ccceccsseeeeeseeeeeeeeesneeenseeeeeeseeesaaeseneeeeneeeeseaesasaaesaaneeseseeseseaesaaneensneeeees 28 0181 Adhesives sealants and fastener s ccssssessesessssssssseseeeecsssssssesssssssesssesesssssessseseseseees 35 01820 Fire StOp pling eeraa naaa aE Kaea aAa a dace ea a ea a RAA Aa eA aAa T aT 40 0183b Metals and prefinishes cc
145. UCTS 2 1 HINGES Butt hinge sizes Conform to tables as follows Timber doors in timber or metal frames Hinge table A Aluminium framed doors in aluminium frames Hinge table B Cupboard doors Not included in hinge tables General Length I is the dimension along the knuckles not including hinge tips if any and width w is the dimension across both hinge leaves when opened flat Doors fitted with closers Provide low friction ball bearing hinges Fire doors To AS 1905 1 Power transfer hinges Ensure they do not assume any load and are installed with other compatible hinges 2 2 HINGE TABLES Hinge table A Application Solid core doors and can be used to determine the quantity of hinges required for the nominated door leaf sizes and weights only For door leaf sizes not specified or with applied finishes use the weight of the door to determine the quantity of hinges required For door leafs over 80 kg nominate pivot hinges The size of the hinge is determined by the door leaf thickness 35 43 mm thick door 100 x 75 mm butt hinges with a minimum thickness of 2 5 mm 44 55 mm thick door 100 x 100 mm butt hinges with a minimum thickness of 2 5 mm gt 55 mm thick door Refer to the door by door hardware schedule Hinge pin The symbol refers to the pin type Supply fixed pins to doors opening out or designated as a security doors Wide throw If necessary provide wide throw hinges to achieve the required d
146. Unheated buildings 12 to 15 If these values are not achieved allow for acclimatisation 3 2 SUPPORT FIXING STRIP FLOORING Battens for strip flooring on concrete slabs General Ensure support members are in full lengths without splicing Framing fixed direct Fix seasoned battens to the concrete slab in conformance with the Strip flooring battens table so that their top surfaces are aligned Battens 70 x 35 mm seasoned timber NATSPEC Oct 07 Amat Apr 08 271 linsert date FINISH 0655 Timber flooring Spacing of fasteners lt 600 mm Framing fixed on resilient pads Fix seasoned battens on resilient pads to the concrete slab in conformance with the Strip flooring battens table so that their top surfaces are aligned Pad spacing 400 mm centres Vapour barrier under battens 200 um high impact resistant polyethylene Lap 300 mm seal the laps with pressure sensitive tape and return up the vertical surfaces and trim at the level of the flooring Strip flooring on steel joists General Screw fix seasoned battens to the steel joists in conformance with the Strip flooring battens table so that their top surfaces are aligned Strip flooring battens table Strip flooring timber Standard Flooring Batten spacing for flooring type average species density thickness Butt jointed End matched Cypress AS 1810 20 450 450 Hardwood density 560 kg m or AS 2796 1 19 600 450 pees
147. WERS energy ratings and AWA Compliance Certificate requirements in the Window and glazed door performance schedule 0453 Doors and hatches Requirement GBCA document IEQ 14 Formaldehyde minimisation Mat 3 Re used materials IEQ 14 Document low formaldehyde emitting products that meet the limit values outlined in Table IEQ 14 1 Mat 3 Document the re use of doors and hatches 0456 Louvre windows Requirement GBCA document IEQ 1 Ventilation rates IEQ 2 Air change effectiveness IEQ 4 Daylight IEQ 9 Thermal comfort Ene 1 Greenhouse gas emissions IEQ 1 and EQ 2 Document openable window areas for naturally ventilated spaces IEQ 4 Document glazing areas and their reflectance and transmittance values IEQ 9 Document openable window areas for naturally ventilated spaces and areas of double glazing for mechanically air conditioned spaces Ene 1 Document U values Solar Heat Gain Coefficients SHGC WERS energy ratings and AWA Compliance Certificate requirements in the Window and glazed door performance schedule 0461 Glazing Requirement GBCA document IEQ 4 Daylight IEQ 9 Thermal comfort Ene 1 Greenhouse gas emissions IEQ 4 Document glazing areas and their reflectance and transmittance values IEQ 9 Document areas of double glazing for mechanically air conditioned spaces Ene 1 Document U values Solar Heat Gain Coefficients SHGC WERS energy ratings and AWA Compliance Certificate r
148. able Formwork type Locations sizes details materials and stress grades of reinforcement Locations sizes details materials corrosion protection and grades of cast in ferrules locating plates bolts anchors and lifting devices Details of all joints Surface finish class and surface treatment if applicable Curing and protection methods Marking plan Equipment and methods for handling transport and installation including lifting inserts and pick up points Calculated maximum loadings on lifting and bracing inserts and attachments Evidence of load capacity of lifting and bracing inserts and attachments in the form of test reports or calculations Specification of plugs for sealing recesses for cast in fixings Lifting Early lifting If it is proposed to lift the units by their designated lifting points before design strength has been achieved submit evidence to demonstrate that the unit has adequate strength to carry its own weight without damage or residual cracking or deflection on removal of the lifting device Attachments for handling purposes If it is proposed to locate lifting attachments holes and other temporary fixings for handling purposes on visible faces of units submit proposals Lifting units If it is proposed to lift or support units at other than specified points submit proposals 1 7 PROTOTYPES General Provision Provide prototypes in accordance with the Prototypes schedule Storage Main
149. actical completion clean and repair damage caused by installation or use of temporary work and restore existing facilities used during construction to original condition Adjoining property Evaluation At practical completion for properties described in the Adjoining properties to be recorded schedule inspect the properties with the architect and owners and occupants of the properties recording any damage that has occurred since the pre commencement inspection Pest eradication General Employ suitably qualified pest exterminators At practical completion submit a certificate stating that completed works are free of pest types identified in the Pest eradication treatments schedule Pest eradication treatments schedule Pest type to be treated Eradication method Silverfish To be approved by architect Cockroaches To be approved by architect Mice To be approved by architect Spiders To be approved by architect Carpet Beetles To be approved by architect Wasps To be approved by architect Rats To be approved by architect Earwigs To be approved by architect Fleas To be approved by architect Moths To be approved by architect Ants and white ants Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec NATSPEC To be approved by architect The Hive Specification 15 01 2009 0142 Preliminaries ABIC SW 1 Removal of plant General Within 10 working days after practical completion remove tempora
150. agger the end joints and locate them centrally over joists If panels are not tongue and grooved provide noggings or trimmer joists to support the edges Sheet flooring fixing centres Maximum 300 mm on each support NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 152 linsert date STRUCTURE 0383 Flooring and decking Fibre cement flooring Fix sheeting to the supports with adhesive and non corrosive countersunk screws Fill the screw holes with sealant before fixing After fixing stop the screw heads with the same sealant finished slightly below the sheet surface Particleboard and plywood flooring Fix sheeting to the supports with adhesive and nail Membranes If sheet flooring is the substrate for a wet area membrane or an external roofing membrane fix with stainless steel countersunk head screws Timber decking Installation Lay in long lengths minimum 3 spans double nailed at each bearing with fixings finished flush Stagger joints and make them over joists Leave 4 mm between edges of boards Arrises Chamfered or rounded Finishing Apply the first 2 coats all round before fixing NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 153 insert date ENCLOSURE 0411b Waterproofing external and tanking 0411b WATERPROOFING EXTERNAL AND TANKING 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities Conform to the Selections Provide roof and deck waterproofing systems to substrates which are Waterproof under five minutes duration rainfall of
151. aight edge laid in Max deviation under the any direction straight edge Flatness 3m 6mm Smoothness 150 mm 1mm Concrete substrate correction Remove projections and fill voids and hollows with a levelling compound compatible with the adhesive Timber substrate correction Remove projections If conformance to the Substrate tolerance table can not be achieved fix an underlay in brick pattern with joints avoiding substrate joints Moisture content Do not commence installation unless Concrete The moisture content of the concrete has been tested to AS NZS 2455 1 Appendix B and values obtained as follows lt 5 5 when tested by the electrical resistance method lt 70 when tested by the surface hygrometer test Plywood The moisture content of battens joists or plywood background has been tested to AS 1080 1 and values obtained as follows Airconditioned buildings 8 to 10 Intermittently heated buildings 10 to 12 5 Unheated buildings 12 to 15 Fixtures Remove door stops and other fixtures and refix in position undamaged on completion of the installation 3 2 LAYING CARPET Standard General To AS NZS 2455 1 Setting out General Lay the carpet in continuous lengths without cross joins in the body of the area Where unavoidable cross joins occur at doorways locate the joins directly below the closed doors NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 266 insert date FINISH 0652b Carpets Joints
152. aintain moisture to this depth Mowing Height Mow to maintain the grass height within the required range Do not remove more than one third of the grass height at any one time Carry out the last mowing within 7 days before the end of the planting establishment period Remove grass clippings from the site after each mowing Turfing General Lay turfing to the Turfing schedule Maintenance General Maintain turfed areas until the attainment of a dense continuous sward of healthy grass over the whole turfed area evenly green and of a consistent height Failed turf Lift failed turf and relay with new turf Levels Where levels have deviated from the design levels after placing and watering lift turf and regrade topsoil to achieve design levels Top dressing General When the turf is established mow remove cuttings and lightly top dress to a depth of 10 mm Rub the dressing well into the joints and correct any unevenness in the turf surface 3 3 PLANTING Individual plantings in grassed areas Method Excavate a hole to twice the diameter of the root ball and at least 100 mm deeper than the root ball Break up the base of the hole to a further depth of 100 mm and loosen compacted sides of the hole to prevent confinement of root growth Locations General If it appears necessary to vary plant locations and spacings to avoid service lines or to cover the area uniformly or for other reasons give notice Planting conditions Weather
153. alls except the following Eaves overhangs rooflights vents and openings Roofs to outbuildings garages and semi enclosed spaces such as verandahs porches and carports Framed roof thermal break strips Product as per BCA Separate bulk insulation blanket and foil Bulk insulation Green Stuf Batts R value 3 0 Duty to AS NZS 4200 1 Vapour barrier classification to AS NZS 4200 1 High Emittance classification to AS NZS 4200 1 Reflective single sided Location Under Zinc rood panels front facade NATSPEC Oct 07 Amat Oct 08 208 insert date ENCLOSURE 0472 Acoustic insulation 0472 ACOUSTIC INSULATION 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities General Provide insulation systems Complete for their function Conforming to the requirements of the BCA for sound insulation Conforming to the detail and location drawings Firmly fixed in position Maintain their performance for the life of the building Selections Conform to the Selections 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection Refer Acoustic Report Soecification by Lloyd George Acoustics Associated worksections Associated worksections Conform to the following Cladding Precast Concrete Tilt Up 1 3 STANDARDS Installation of mineral wool insulation Comply with the ICANZ Industry Code of Practice for the Safe Use of Glass Wool and Rock Wool Insulation Marking Deliver mineral
154. ameless glass balustrades Installation Glazing Submit statements from the fabricator certifying that the method of glazing the selection of sealant systems and conditions next to the glass comply with the following Will not be detrimental to the long term structural performance weathering capabilities and visual qualities of the glass Will not cause delamination or other impairment to laminated glass during the service life of the curtain wall system Sealant compatibility Compatibility statements Submit statements from all parties to the installation that certify the compatibility of sealants and glazing systems to all substrates 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 GLASS Glass and glazing materials Glass and glazing materials generally Free from defects which detract from appearance or interfere with performance under normal conditions of use Materials and installation To AS 1288 Quality requirements for cut to size and processed glass To AS NZS 4667 Terminology for work on glass To AS NZS 4668 NATSPEC Jan 06 Amdt Oct 08 200 insert date ENCLOSURE 0467 Glass components Safety glasses Standard To AS NZS 2208 Certification Required Identify each piece or panel to AS 1288 Certification provider An organisation accredited by the Joint Accreditation System of Australia and New Zealand JAS ANZ Type Grade A when used in curtain walls Glass tolerances Size squareness and flatness To AS NZS 2208 Pla
155. an dimensions of excavations Quantities of excavations in rock Method of measurement To be by registered surveyor unless otherwise agreed Rock Level and class If rock is to be measured for payment purposes whether as extra over excavation of material other than rock or for adjustment of provisional measurements do not remove the rock until the commencing levels and the classes of rock have been determined 1 5 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give notice so that inspection may be made of the following Items to be measured as listed in Records of measurement Areas to be cleared and or stripped of topsoil Areas stripped of topsoil Excavation completed to contract levels or founding material Proof roll subgrade prior to placing fill Filling completed to contract levels Stockpiled topsoil before spreading 1 6 TESTS Geotechnical testing authority General Use a NATA registered geotechnical testing authority Compaction control tests Compaction control tests To AS 1289 5 4 1 or AS 1289 5 7 1 Compaction control test frequency Standard To AS 3798 Table 8 1 Site area gt 1500 m At least whichever requires the most tests 1 test per layer per material type per 2500 m 1 test per 500 m distributed evenly throughout full depth and area 3 tests per lot Site area 500 1500 m At least whichever requires the most tests 1 test per layer per 1000 m 1 test per 200 m distr
156. and will not degrade under conditions of moisture Wet area An area within a building supplied with a floor waste 1 5 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give notice so inspection may be made of the following Substrate preparation completed Secondary layers preparation completed Before membranes are covered up or concealed 1 6 SUBMISSIONS Shop drawings Submit shop drawings showing Junctions with vertical surfaces and upstands NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 253 insert date FINISH 0621 Waterproofing wet areas Junctions at perimeters Drainage details Movement control joints Flashings Penetrations Corners Terminations and connections Execution records Placing records Photographically record the application of membranes and information as follows Date Portion of work Substrate preparation Protection provided from traffic Samples General Submit 300 x 300 mm samples of each type of membrane Products documentation General Submit copies of product manufacturers Product technical data sheets Material safety data sheets MSDS Type tests certificates verifying conformance to AS NZS 4858 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 PRODUCTS Membranes Standard To AS NZS 4858 Shower tray General Purpose made jointless shower tray with wall upstands at least 50 mm higher than the hob upstands Set hob masonry on the inside of the tray hob upstands 3 EXECUTION
157. andard To AS NZS 2269 0 Bond Type A Veneer quality to visible surfaces C minimum Identification Method Identify plywood using branding certification or both Branding Brand structural plywood under the authority of a recognised product certification program applicable to the product Locate the brand mark on faces or edges which will be concealed in the works Include the following data Stress grade Method of grading The certification mark of the product certification program The applicable standard Recognised product certification programs Plywood Engineered Wood Products Association of Australasia EWPAA Quality Control and Product Certification Scheme Blockboard Engineered Wood Products Association of Australasia EWPAA Quality Control and Wet processed fibreboard including hardboard Standard To AS NZS 1859 4 Hardboard bracing Classification General purpose 2 3 COMPONENTS Nail plated joined beams Standard To AS 4446 Type Proprietary composite member made up by butt and horizontally joining timber with pressed in nail plates Mild steel post bases Minimum dimensions Stirrup 75 mm wide x 6 mm thick Dowel 20 mm diameter heavy tube Location To timber posts supported off concrete slabs or footings Finish Galvanize after fabrication Fasteners Installation Do not split or otherwise damage the timber Coating Before placing bolts in contact with CCA treated tim
158. anels Standard To AS NZS 1859 3 Certification General Brand panels under the authority of a recognised certification program applicable to the product Locate the brand on faces or edges which will be concealed in the works Certification programs Plywood and blockboard Engineered Wood Products Association of Australia EWPAA Quality Control and Product Certification Scheme NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 211 insert date INTERIOR 0511b Lining Wet processed fibreboard dry processed fibreboard particleboard and decorative overlay wood panels Australian Wood Panels Association AWPA JAS ANZ Scheme High pressure decorative laminate sheet Standard To AS NZS 2924 1 Coated sieel Standard To AS 1397 Fasteners Steel nails Hot dip galvanized Adhesives For wallboards Gunnable synthetic rubber resin based mastic contact adhesive formulated for bonding flooring and wallboards to a variety of substrates Sealants Fire rated sealant Non hardening sealant compatible with the materials to be sealed and having a fire rating equal to that of the partition it seals Acoustic sealant Non hardening sealant compatible with the materials to be sealed and having a specific gravity of not less than 1 5 gm cubic centimetre and of 100 polyurethane mastic 6 EXECUTION 6 1 CONSTRUCTION GENERALLY Conditions Do not commence lining work until such time as the building or zone in question is enclosed and weathertight an
159. ar of the walls Externally turn the tray up 100 mm under the stepped flashing and down 100 mm over the apron flashing Lap and solder joints Weepholes General Provide 2 weepholes through the masonry duct riser walls on opposite sides immediately above the tray 3 4 BRICK BED JOINT REINFORCEMENT Location General Locate as follows In 2 bed joints below and above head and sill flashings to openings In 2 bed joints below and above openings In third bed joint above bottom of wall In second bed joint below top of wall Maximum vertical intervals 500 mm Installation General Lap 450 mm at splices Fold and bend at corners so that the longitudinal wires are continuous Stop 50 mm short of control joints In brickwork Extend 450 mm beyond each side of openings Reinforcement Material Galvanized welded wire mesh Width Equal to the width of the leaf less 15 mm cover from each exposed surface of the mortar joint 3 5 REINFORCED AND GROUTED BLOCKWORK Cleaning core holes General Provide purpose made cleanout blocks or machine cut a cleaning hole at the base of each grouted core Location Locate on the side of the wall which is to be rendered or otherwise concealed Cleaning Rod cores to dislodge mortar fins protruding from the blocks and mortar droppings from reinforcement Remove through the clean out blocks Grouting Commencement Do not commence until grout spaces have been cleaned out and the mortar joi
160. ard To AS NZS 1554 3 Veneered construction Method Use a method which ensures that delamination of the veneer will not occur Cover to reinforcement Excludes applied finish or finishing layer that has thermal or chemical properties different from and or lesser water penetration resistance than the main body of concrete in the unit Provide clear cover from interface between layers as follows 3 EXECUTION 3 1 POLYMERIC FILM UNDERLAY Location General Under slabs on ground including integral ground beams and footings provide a vapour barrier or in areas prone to rising damp or salt attack a damp proofing membrane Installation General Lay over the base lap joints at least 200 mm and seal the laps and penetrations with waterproof adhesive tape Face the laps away from the direction of concrete pour Take the underlay up vertical faces past the damp proof course where applicable and tape fix at the top Patch or seal punctures or tears before pouring concrete Cut back as required after concrete has gained strength and forms have been removed Base preparation General According to base type as follows NATSPEC Apr 07 Amat Oct 08 92 insert date STRUCTURE 0310b Concrete combined Concrete working base Remove projections above the plane surface and loose material Graded prepared subgrade Blind with sufficient sand to create a smooth surface free from hard projections Wet the sand just before laying th
161. artments as shown on plans and as per BCA requirement Fire stop pillows Ambient conditions Do not install in conditions outside of the manufacturer s recommendations Labelling Label each fire stopping installation with a permanently fixed tag or sticker containing the following information Manufacturer s name Name and address of installer Date of installation 3 3 COMPLETION SUBMISSIONS Certification General Submit evidence of compliance in accordance with the recommendations of AS 4072 1 Appendix B Certification Submit a completed certification document for installed fire stopped penetrations and control joints Form To Figure B1 of AS 4072 1 Schedule Submit a schedule of installed fire stopped penetrations and control joints Form To Figure B2 of AS 4072 1 User manual For fire stopping systems which are intended to be modified in service submit user manual 3 4 MAINTENANCE Cleaning Remove spilled and excess fire stopping materials without damaging other work Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 42 15 01 2009 GENERAL 0183b Metals and prefinishes 0183b METALS AND PREFINISHES 1 GENERAL 1 1 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 METALS Coated steel Electrogalvanizing ferrous hollow and open sections To AS 4750 Metallic coated steel Ferrous open section
162. ase in test results before and after flooding Failure Records Submit records of all flood tests NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 157 insert date ENCLOSURE 0411b Waterproofing external and tanking 3 4 DRAINAGE CELL PANELS Walls Location Planter boxes on level 3 Planter bases Filter Geotextile fabric on drainage cell 3 5 COMPLETION Protection General Keep traffic off membrane surfaces until bonding has set or for 24 hours after laying whichever period is the longer Reinstatement Repair or replace faulty or damaged work If the work cannot be repaired satisfactorily replace the whole area affected Warranty Waterproofing Cover materials and workmanship in the terms of the warranty in the form of interlocking warranties from the supplier and the applicator Form Against failure of materials and execution under normal environment and use conditions Period As offered by the supplier NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 158 insert date ENCLOSURE 0421 Roofing combined 0421 ROOFING COMBINED 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities Provide a roofing system and associated work which Satisfies the product performance requirements 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection 1 3 PERFORMANCE CRITERIA Ambient climatic conditions Design rainfall intensity mm h to AS NZS 3500 3 1 4 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give sufficient notice s
163. ast in plates and bolts Provide purpose made steel brackets with bars bolts or studs welded to them Support and fixings Provide supporting brackets loose or cast in ferrules double inserts bolts nuts packers and washers Restraint brackets Provide all support or restraint brackets for the precast units as documented or as required NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 07 115 linsert date STRUCTURE 0316 Precast concrete Unformed faces General Provide a wood float or helicopter travelling machine finish to all uniformed faces such as the rear face of precast units that are not visible in their final state to give a smooth lightly textured surface Lifting points Marking Clearly mark all lifting points and the positions for temporary bearing for storage and transport Lift or support members only at specified points Do not use the fixing devices for lifting or hoisting Rejection Assessment Set aside for inspection any unit having damage such as cracking or deformation spalling or exhibiting lack of adequate concrete cover Repair or recast as instructed Welding of connections Standard To AS NZS 1554 3 3 EXECUTION 3 1 HANDLING General Manufacture the precast units so that they can be lifted into position and secured immediately before final adjustment Precautions Lifting Lift or support units only at designated points Use handling methods which do not overstress warp or damage the units Attachm
164. ated immediately give notice and rectify the disturbance or obliteration Safety Accidents Promptly notify the architect of the occurrence of the following Accidents involving death or personal injury Accidents involving loss of time Incidents with accident potential such as equipment failure slides and cave ins Accident reports Submit reports of accidents Purpose of submission Information only Contractor s representative General Must be accessible and fluent in English and technical terminology Subcontracting General Submit a complete list of proposed subcontractors and suppliers Program of work Construction program Show the following Sequence of work Critical paths of activities related to the work Allowance for holidays Activity inter relationships External dependencies including provision of access document approvals and work by others Periods within which various stages or parts of the work are to be executed Time scale Working days Updated program The Contractor must give the architect and updated program where the date for practical completion has been adjusted by 5 working days Identify changes since the previous version and show the estimated percentage of completion for each item of work Program chart Display in the contractor s site office an up to date bar chart and network diagram based on the construction program Site meetings General Hold and attend site m
165. aterial or sand stabilised with 1 part of cement to 20 parts of sand by weight NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Jan 06 60 linsert date SITE 0223b Service trenching 2 2 BORING Subcontractor General If under road boring is required in lieu of trenches engage a suitably qualified subcontractor to do the work Process General Ensure a tight fit to the service pipes If voids are encountered fill by pressure grouting 2 3 BACKFILLING General General Backfill service trenches as soon as possible after the service has been laid and bedded if possible on the same working day Place the backfill in layers lt 150 mm thick and compact to the nominated density which applies to the location of the trenches as shown on the drawings or in conformance with the Backfill density schedule Backfill density schedule Level of Density test Test sample Location compaction method frequency A B c Marking services Underground marking tape To AS NZS 2648 1 Backfill material General General fill with no stones greater than 25 mm occurring within 150 mm of the service or other materials as required for particular services or locations Well graded inorganic non perishable material maximum size 75 mm plasticity index lt 55 Under roads and paved areas and within 4 m of structures Coarse sand controlled low strength material or fine crushed rock In topsoil areas Complete the backfilling with topsoil
166. aterial safety data sheets MSDS showing the health and safety precautions to be taken during application The published recommendations for maintenance Specialist applicators General Submit name and contact details of proposed specialist applicators Tests Fire retardant systems Submit type test results to confirm minimum indices when tested to AS NZS 1530 3 on a substrate representative of the intended use for paint systems specified as Low flame spread or Fire retardant Spread of flame index 3 Sum of Ignitability index and Heat evolved index 7 Smoke developed index 3 Substrate acceptance Applicator Submit the applicator s certification of the acceptability of the paint finish substrate Timing Before commencing installation Warranty Material Warranty Submit the manufacturer s material warranty as follows Extent Paintwork generally Terms Paint systems are suitable for their intended use Warranty period As defined by the manufacturer Material performance warranty Submit an alternative performance warranty to include materials and application as follows NATSPEC Apr 08 284 insert date FINISH 0672 Textured and membrane coatings Terms Submit the performance criteria as defined by the manufacturer Measure As defined by the manufacturer Warranty period As defined by the manufacturer Timing Before the application of the paint system 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 COATINGS
167. auses referenced for each of the following worksections Refer to the Technical Manual for full details of Green Star requirements and to the GBCA for assistance with the assessment process Requirement GBCA document Man 1 Green Star Accredited Professional Man 1 Engage a Green Star Accredited Professional to assist in the preparation of the assessment submission 0181 Adhesives sealants and fasteners Requirement GBCA document IEQ 13 Volatile Organic Compounds IEQ 13 Document low VOC products that meet TVOC Content Limits outlined in Table IEQ 13 2 0183 Metals and prefinishes Requirement GBCA document IEQ 13 Volatile Organic Compounds 0201 Demolition Requirement GBCA document Man 7 Waste management IEQ 11 Hazardous materials Mat 2 Building re use Man 7 Document materials and components to be recovered re used or recycled in the Recovered items for re use in the works schedule Recovered materials for delivery to the principal schedule Demolished material for recycling in the works schedule Demolished material for recycling off site schedule and the Dismantle for relocation schedule IEQ 11 Document the removal of asbestos lead and PCBs in accordance with the standards listed in Table IEQ 11 7 in the Identified hazardous materials schedule Mat 2 Document the retention of major structural elements including floors columns beams load bearing walls and facades Note Mat 5 Concrete and Mat 7
168. based proprietary grout Mix with water Fine sand may be added as a filler in wider joints Terra cotta tiles Use proprietary polymer modified grout Portland cement based grout Mix with fine sand Provide minimum water consistent with workability For joints lt 3 mm 1 cement 2 sand by volume For joints gt 3 mm 1 cement 3 sand by volume Pigments Pigments for coloured grout Provide colourfast fillers compatible with the grout material For cement based grouts provide lime proof natural or synthetic metallic oxides compatible with cement 2 6 MOVEMENT JOINTS Movement joint materials Movement joint strip A proprietary expansion joint consisting of a neoprene filler sandwiched between plates with lugs or ribs for mechanical keying Set flush with the finished surface Proprietary slide plate divider strip An arrangement of interlocking metal plates grouted into pockets formed in the concrete joint edges Sealant One part self levelling non hardening mould resistant silicone or polyurethane sealant applied over a backing rod Finish flush with the terrazzo surface Floors Trafficable shore hardness gt 35 Backing rod Compressible closed cell polyethylene foam with a bond breaking surface 3 EXECUTION 3 1 SUBSTRATES Drying and shrinkage General Before tiling allow at least the following times to elapse for initial drying out and shrinkage for these substrates Concrete slabs 42 days Concrete b
169. ber coat the shank of the bolt in a grease or bituminous coating Damp proof course Material To AS NZS 2904 Flashings Material To AS NZS 2904 2 4 FINGER JOINTED STRUCTURAL TIMBER General Standard To AS 5068 NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 148 linsert date STRUCTURE 0382 Light timber framing 3 EXECUTION 3 1 GENERAL Protection from weather General Provide temporary protection for members until permanent covering is in place 3 2 FLOOR FRAMING Bearers and joists Levelling Level bearers and joists by checking or by packing for the full width of the member with dense corrosion resistant material which is secured in place Maximum thickness of packing 3 mm Spring Lay bearers and joists to allow for straightening under loading Joints Locate joints only over supports Minimum bearing of bearers 50 mm Minimum bearing of joists 30 mm Fixing Secure bearers and joists to supports to provide restraint against lateral movement Joist restraint Unseasoned timber If joist timber is unseasoned the span gt 3000 mm and there is no ceiling lining provide solid blocking between each joist in rows at 1800 mm centres Deep joists If the joist depth width ratio is gt 4 restrain joists at the ends of the joists over supports and at lt 1800 mm centres using either of following as appropriate Continuous trimming joists Solid blocking or herringbone strutting Trimmers or blocking dimens
170. between the layers of toppings Lap reinforcement 200 mm and tie Do not create four way laps 3 3 SURFACE FINISHES Finishing methods primary finish Machine float finish After levelling consolidate the surface using a machine float Cut and fill and refloat immediately to a uniform smooth granular texture Hand float in locations inaccessible to the machine float 250 NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 insert date FINISH 0612b Cementitious toppings Steel trowel finish After machine floating finish as follows Use power trowels to produce a smooth surface relatively free from defects When the surface has hardened sufficiently use steel hand trowels to produce the final consolidated finish free of trowel marks and uniform in texture and appearance Wood float finish After machine floating use wood or plastic hand floats to produce the final consolidated finish free of float marks and uniform in texture and appearance Broom finish After machine floating draw a broom or hessian belt across the surface to produce a coarse even textured slip resistant transverse scored surface Scored or scratch finish After screeding give the surface a coarse scored texture using a stiff brush or rake drawn across the surface before final set Sponge finish After machine floating obtain an even textured sand finish by wiping the surface using a damp sponge Finishing methods supplementary finish Abrasive blast Af
171. ble metal awnings Requirement Provide an adjustable awning comprising metal interlocking slats attached to a roller at the top and rail at the bottom and guided throughout its range of movement by guide rails mounted on each side Pelmet Fit a pelmet over the roller to cover the slats when retracted Operation Provide retraction of the awning by means of a cord tape crank or electric motor Adjustable fabric awnings Requirement Provide an adjustable awning comprising weatherproof fabric attached to a roller at the top and rail at the bottom and guided throughout its range of movement by guide rails mounted on each side Pelmet Fit a pelmet over the roller to cover the awning when raised Operation Provide retraction of the awning by means of a cord tape crank or electric motor 2 8 RETRACTABLE AWNINGS Folding arm awnings Requirement Provide a folding arm awning comprising weatherproof fabric fixed between a roller attached to the face of the building and a rail supported on pivoted cantilevered arms Cassette Provide a cassette to conceal and protect the awning when retracted Operation Provide an operating mechanism that extends and retracts the awning while maintaining sufficient tension on the fabric to keep it taut throughout its range of movement NATSPEC Oct 08 192 linsert date ENCLOSURE 0457 External screens 2 9 EXTERNAL SHUTTERS Aluminium framed shutters Requirement Provide aluminium extruded or fo
172. bubbles and creases 3 2 STATUTORY SIGNS Required fire door Position Adjacent to the door To the side of the door that faces a person seeking egress and If the door is in the held open position on either the wall adjacent the doorway or both sides of the door Message Auto door with auto hold open device Self closing door Door discharging from a fire isolated exit FIRE DOOR DO NOT OBSTRUCT FIRE DOOR DO NOT OBSTRUCT DO NOT KEEP OPEN FIRE SAFETY DOOR DO NOT OBSTRUCT Letter size 20mm Sign type Printed acrylic sheet adhesive fixed Compliance BCA D2 23 Required smoke door Position Adjacent to the door To the side of the door that faces a person seeking egress and If the door is in the held open position on either the wall adjacent the doorway or both sides of the door Message Auto door with auto hold open device Self closing door SMOKE DOOR DO NOT OBSTRUCT SMOKE DOOR DO NOT OBSTRUCT DO NOT KEEP OPEN Letter size 20mm Sign type Printed acrylic sheet adhesive fixed Compliance BCA D2 23 NATSPEC Apr 05 Amdt Apr 08 234 insert date INTERIOR 0581b Signs and display Non required stair ramp or escalator Position Outside the shaft near all doors opening to the shaft Message DO NOT USE THIS STAIRWAY IF THERE IS A FIRE or Saal use this stairway if there is a fire Letter size 20 mm uppe
173. buckles 2 4 LOUVRE TYPE SCREENS General Requirement Provide metal louvre blades mounted in a metal perimeter frame or subframe and able to withstand the permissible stress design wind pressure for that location without failure or permanent distortion of members and without blade flutter Expansion joints Requirement Provide for expansion and contraction in continuous sections e g continuous louvres interlocking mullions at spacings not exceeding those recommended by the manufacturer or 6 m whichever is the lesser Fixed metal louvres Requirement Provide metal louvre blades mounted in a metal perimeter frame or subframe or on carrier frames installed horizontally or vertically Blades can be rolled or extruded metal or extruded metal blades swaged together with cross bars to form self supporting panels Adjustable louvres Requirement Provide an adjustable louvre system comprising louvre blades clipped or fixed into blade holders pivoted to stiles or coupling mullions linked together in banks installed horizontally or vertically Operation Provide an operating system incorporating a locking or latching device for each bank of louvres Pergolas Support wide horizontal louvre assemblies on posts mounted on terraces and balconies to form pergolas Maintain the integrity of waterproofing membranes when fixing posts or brackets to terraces and balconies 2 5 EXTERNAL FABRIC BLINDS Roll up blinds Requirement Provide a
174. cation 470 g m 470 gim External Stainless 316 Stainless 316 M4 Galvanize after Engineered polymer fabrication 600 g m plus organic coating Connectors and accessories Standard To AS NZS 2699 2 Flexible masonry ties If accommodation of movement is required at control joints and where masonry abuts structural elements such as column faces and slab soffits provide details Flashings and damp proof courses Standard To AS NZS 2904 3 EXECUTION 3 1 GENERAL Mortar mixing General Measure volumes accurately to achieve the specified proportions Machine mix for at least six minutes Protection from contamination General Protect masonry materials and components from ground moisture and contamination Bond Type Stretcher bond NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 122 insert date STRUCTURE 0331b Brick and block construction Building in Embedded items Build in wall ties and accessories as the construction proceeds If it is not practicable to obtain the required embedment wholly in the mortar joint in hollow unit brickwork or blockwork fill appropriate cores with grout or mortar Steel door frames Fill the backs of jambs and heads solid with mortar as the work proceeds Clearance for timber frame shrinkage General In timber frame brick veneer construction leave clearances between window frames and brick sill and between roof frames and the brick veneer as follows Additional clearance Ac
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176. ce Encourage and maintain healthy growth for the duration of the contract Program Provide a suitable irrigation pruning fertiliser and monitoring program for all plant materials held by the supplier Take any other precautions required to safeguard the health and well being of all plant materials prior to and including their delivery to site Selections Conform to the Selections 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection Associated worksections 1 3 STANDARDS Soils Site and imported topsoil To AS 4419 Potting mixes To AS 3743 Composts soil conditioners and mulches To AS 4454 Tree supply Follow the guidance given in NATSPEC Guide Specifying Trees a guide to assessment of tree quality Clark R 2003 1 4 INTERPRETATIONS Definitions General For the purposes of this worksection the definitions given below apply Imported topsoil Similar to naturally occurring local topsoil suitable for the establishment and on going viability of the selected vegetation free of weed propagules and of contaminants and classified by texture to AS 4419 Appendix I as follows Fine Clay loam fine sandy loam sandy clay loam silty loam loam Medium Sandy loam fine sandy loam Coarse Sand loamy sand Site topsoil Soil excavated from the site which contains organic matter supports plant life conforms generally to the fine to medium texture classification to AS 4419 loam
177. ck until a uniform colour and texture are produced Surface repairs Surface repair method If surface repairs are required submit proposals 3 13 UNFORMED SURFACES General General Strike off screed and level slab surfaces to finished levels to the tolerance class noted in the Unformed surface finishes schedule Surface finishes General Provide surface finishes in conformance with the Unformed surface finishes schedule Surface repairs Surface repair method If surface repairs are required submit proposals Finishing methods primary finish Machine float finish After levelling consolidate the surface using a machine float Cut and fill and refloat immediately to a uniform smooth granular texture Hand float in locations inaccessible to the machine float Steel trowel finish After machine floating finish as follows Use power or handsteel trowels to produce a smooth surface relatively free from defects When the surface has hardened sufficiently retrowel to produce the final consolidated finish free of trowel marks and uniform in texture and appearance Burnished finish Continue steel trowelling until the concrete surface attains a polished or glossy appearance uniform in texture appearance and free of trowel marks and defects Wood float finish After machine floating use wood or plastic hand floats to produce the final consolidated finish free of float marks and uniform in texture and appearance Broo
178. classification of AS 4419 loam silt clay loam and is free from Stones gt 25 mm diameter Clay lumps gt 75 mm diameter Weeds and tree roots gt 75 mm Sticks and rubbish Material toxic to plants Subbase The material laid on the subgrade below the base either for the purpose of making up additional pavement thickness required to prevent intrusion of the subgrade into the base or to provide a working platform Subgrade The trimmed or prepared portion of the formation on which the pavement or slab is constructed Generally taken to relate to the upper line of the formation 1 3 GEOTECHNICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL SITE INVESTIGATION Report General The geotechnical and environmental site investigation report provided is for information only The geotechnical information and information on contaminants given is information on the nature of NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 55 insert date SITE 0222b Earthwork the ground at each tested part It is not a complete description of conditions existing at or below ground level 1 4 RECORDS OF MEASUREMENT Excavation and backfilling Agreed quantities If a schedule of rates applies provisional quantities are specified or there are variations to the contract levels or dimensions of excavations do not commence backfilling or place permanent works in the excavation until the following have been agreed and recorded Depths of excavations related to the datum Final pl
179. commodate additional shrinkage of unseasoned floor timbers Single storey frames and ground floor windows not for slab on ground 10 mm Two storey frames and upper floor windows 20 mm Construction at different rates or times Monolithic structural action If two or more adjoining sections of masonry including intersecting walls are constructed at different rates or times rake back or tie the intersections between those sections so that monolithic structural action is obtained in the completed work Joining to existing General If jointing to existing work is required provide a straight joint Do not tooth new masonry into existing work Joints Solid and cored units Lay on a full bed of mortar Fill perpends solid Cut mortar flush Face shell bed hollow units Fill perpends solid Cut mortar flush Finish Externally Tool to give a dense water shedding finish Internally If wall is to be plastered do not rake more than 10 mm to give a key Thickness 10 mm Cutting Set out masonry with joints of uniform width and the minimum of cutting of masonry units Monolithic structural action General Provide brick or block header units except in stretcher bond facework to AS 3700 clause 4 11 2 Spacing 600 mm maximum Location At engaged piers At engagement of diaphragms with the leaves in diaphragm walls Atintersections of flanges with shear walls Atintersections with supporting walls and buttresses
180. contractor s keys Maintenance Automatic door operators Submit the installer s proposal for continuing maintenance after completion on an annual renewal basis NATSPEC Oct 08 185 insert date ENCLOSURE 0455 Door hardware Manual Submit the manufacturer s published recommendations for use care and maintenance of the hardware provided Product warranties Warranty Cover materials and workmanship in the terms of the warranty in the form of interlocking warranties from the manufacturer or distributor and the applicator Automatic door operators Submit a warranty or interlocking warranties from the supplier and installer for the system and its installation for a period of at least twelve months from the date of practical completion Padlocks Standard To AS 4145 4 NATSPEC Oct 08 186 insert date ENCLOSURE 0455 Door hardware NATSPEC Oct 08 187 insert date ENCLOSURE z 0457 EXTERNAL SCREENS 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities General Provide external screens that are Plumb level straight and true within the building tolerances of the structural system Undamaged and free of surface defects or distortions Adequately fixed or fastened to the building structure Able to resist wind and other actions without vibration or permanent distortion Selections As documented 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection 1
181. crew to steel framing Accessories and trim Provide accessories and trim necessary to complete the installation Fixing eaves and soffit lining Nailing 150 mm centres to bearers at maximum 450 mm centres Metal separation Prevent direct contact between incompatible metals and between green hardwood or chemically treated timber and aluminium or coated steel by either Applying an anti corrosion low moisture transmission coating to contact surfaces Inserting a separation layer NATSPEC Jan 06 Amdt Oct 07 165 insert date ENCLOSURE 0431b Cladding combined 3 3 PROPRIETARY SYSTEMS OR PRODUCTS Fixing Fix the following proprietary systems in accordance with the current written recommendations and instructions of the manufacturer or supplier Hardboard plank cladding Fibre cement plank cladding Composite sandwich panels Fibre cement cladding Compressed fibre cement cladding Complete cladding systems Sandwich panel cladding systems Louvre sunscreens 3 4 SHEET METAL CLADDING Sheet installation Accessories Provide material with the same finish as roofing sheets Corner flashing Finish off at corners with purpose made folded flashing strips NATSPEC Jan 06 Amdt Oct 07 166 insert date ENCLOSURE 0451b Windows and glazed doors 0451b WINDOWS AND GLAZED DOORS 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities Conform to the Selections Maintenance Product design Provide
182. ct documents the local council or statutory authorities If required A conditional specification term for work which may be shown on the drawings or be a legislative requirement Samples Includes samples prototypes and sample panels Supply Supply furnish and similar expressions mean supply only Tests Pre completion tests Tests carried out before completion tests Type tests Tests carried out on an item identical with a production item before delivery to the site Production tests Tests carried out on a purchased item before delivery to the site Site tests Tests carried out on site Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 29 15 01 2009 GENERAL 0171b General requirements Completion tests Tests carried out on completed installations or systems before the date for practical completion to demonstrate that the installation or system including components controls and equipment operates correctly safely and efficiently and meets performance and other requirements The superintendent may direct that completion tests be carried out after the date for practical completion Tolerance The permitted difference between the upper limit and the lower limit of dimension value or quantity Verification Provision of evidence or proof that a performance requirement has been met or a default exists 1 5 CONTRACT DOCUMENTS Services diagrammatic lay
183. ction details Orientation of members Surface preparation methods and coating system if shop applied Breather holes for hollow sections with seal plates being hot dip galvanized Location of and preparation for site welds Temporary works such as lifting lugs support points temporary cleats and bracing which are required for transport and erection of the structural steelwork Required fixings for adjoining building elements NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 07 126 linsert date STRUCTURE 0341b Structural steel Materials and components Concrete or masonry anchors If masonry anchors other than as 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 Execution Splicing If splicing of structural members is intended submit proposals Distortions If a member is distorted during the galvanizing process submit proposals for straightening 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 STEEL TYPE AND GRADE Material Conformance Steel members and sections shall conform to the Steel grade minimum table Steel grade minimum table Type of steel Grade Universal beams and columns parallel flange channels large angles to 300 AS NZS 3679 1 Flat small angles taper flange beams and columns to 250 AS NZS 3679 1 Welded sections to AS NZS 3679 2 300 Hot rolled plates floor plates and slabs to AS NZS 3678 250 Hollow sections
184. curing compound if used Remove deleterious and loose material Leave the surface free of contaminates clean and dust free Moisture content Concrete substrates Cure for gt 21 days Moisture content Verify that the moisture content of the substrate is compatible with the water vapour transmission rate of the membrane system by testing to AS NZS 2455 1 Appendix B Test type select from the following NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 155 insert date ENCLOSURE 0411b Waterproofing external and tanking Hygrometer test Seal a hygrometer to the substrate for gt 16 hours and measure the relative humidity of the air between the instrument and the slab Electrical resistance test Connect a resistance meter to the slab and read the moisture content Falls Verify that falls in substrates are gt 1 5 Joints and fillets Internal corners Provide 45 fillets 50 x 50 mm External corners Round or arris edges Movement control joints Prepare all substrate joints to suit the membrane system Priming If required prime the substrates with compatible primers to ensure adhesion of membrane systems 3 2 APPLICATION Protection General Protect membrane from damage during installation and for the period after installation until the membrane achieves its service characteristics that resist damage Drains General Prevent moisture from tracking under the membranes at drainage locations Drains and cages Provide
185. d Thickness 16 mm Fabrication Form up with front and back members and full height cross members at not more than 900 mm centres Finish High pressure decorative laminated sheet Fasteners Conceal with finish Installation Scribe to floor and secure to wall to provide level platform for carcasses Carcasses Material Select from the following Melamine overlaid high moisture resistant particleboard Melamine overlaid high moisture resistant medium density fibreboard Thickness 16 mm Joints Select from the following Proprietary mechanical connections Dowels and glue Screws and glue Proprietary joining plates and glue Adjustable shelves Support on proprietary pins in holes bored at equal centres vertically Spacing 32 mm Fasteners Conceal with finish Installation Secure to walls at not more than 600 mm centres Drawer fronts and doors Material Select from the following Melamine overlaid high moisture resistant particleboard Melamine overlaid high moisture resistant medium density fibreboard Thickness 16 mm Maximum door size 2400 mm high 900 mm wide 1 5 m on face Drawer fronts Rout for drawer bottoms Drawer backs and sides Installation Mitre corners leaving outer skin of foil intact finish with butt joints glue to form carcass and screw to drawer front Rout for drawer bottoms Drawer bottoms Material PVC film laminated hardboard NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat
186. d stating and certifying the Rwy rating and identifying the testing authority Remove when directed 2 5 LOUVRE WINDOW ASSEMBLIES General Description Provide louvre blades mounted in a metal surround frame or subframe and able to withstand the permissible stress design wind pressure for that location without failure or permanent distortion of members and without blade flutter Adjustable louvres Description Provide louvre blades clipped into blade holders pivoted to stiles or coupling mullions linked together in banks each bank operated by an operating handle incorporating a latching device or by a locking bar 2 6 VENTILATING LOUVRE ASSEMBLIES General Description Provide metal louvre blades mounted in a metal surround frame or subframe and able to withstand the permissible stress design wind pressure for that location without failure or permanent distortion of members and without blade flutter Expansion joints Provide for expansion and contraction in continuous sections e g continuous louvres interlocking mullions at spacings not exceeding those recommended by the manufacturer or 6 m whichever is the lesser NATSPEC Jan 06 Amdt Oct 08 169 linsert date ENCLOSURE 0451b Windows and glazed doors Adjustable louvres Description Provide louvre blades clipped into blade holders pivoted to stiles or coupling mullions linked together in banks each bank operated by an operating handle incorporating a latching
187. d all wet trades have been completed Substrates or framing General Before fixing linings check and if necessary adjust the alignment of substrates or framing Battens General Fix at each crossing with structural framing members or direct to solid walls or ceilings Provide wall plugs in solid backgrounds Ceiling linings General Do not install until at least 14 days after the timber roof structure is fully loaded Accessories and trim General Provide accessories and trim necessary to complete the installation Adhesives General Provide adhesives of types appropriate to their purpose and apply them so that they transmit the loads imposed without causing discolouration of finished surfaces 6 2 PLASTERBOARD LINING Supports General Install timber battens or proprietary cold formed galvanized steel furring channels as follows Where framing member spacing exceeds the recommended spacing Where direct fixing of the plasterboard is not possible due to the arrangement or alignment of the framing or substrate Where the lining is the substrate for tiled finishes Transverse walls Locate noggings as follows Atleast 150 mm from the horizontal joint Ensure that noggings do not protrude beyond the face of studs Installation Gypsum plasterboard and fibre reinforced gypsum lining To AS NZS 2589 Wet areas Do not use adhesive fixing alone Multiple sheet layers Application Fire rated and acoustic rated walls
188. d maximum loadings on lifting and bracing inserts and attachments Equipment and methods for handling transport and installation including lifting inserts and pick up points Calculated maximum loadings on lifting and bracing inserts and attachments Evidence of load capacity of lifting and bracing inserts and attachments in the form of test reports or calculations Specification of plugs for sealing recesses for cast in fixings Lifting Early lifting If it is proposed to lift the units by their designated lifting points before 28 day strength has been achieved submit evidence to demonstrate that the unit has adequate strength to carry its own weight without damage or residual cracking or deflection on removal of the lifting device Attachments for handling purposes If it is proposed to locate lifting attachments holes and other temporary fixings for handling purposes on visible faces of units submit proposals Lifting units If it is proposed to lift or support units at other than specified points submit proposals 1 7 PROTOTYPES General Provision Provide prototypes in accordance with the Prototypes schedule Storage Maintain prototypes on site undamaged and protected from discolouration for comparison with manufactured precast units Structural testing Static load tests If structural performance requirements are nominated for the precast unit perform static load tests on the prototype Standard To AS 3600 Test pane
189. d through at joints Remove excess adhesive progressively before initial cure Hold down in contact with the adhesive over night to achieve a complete cure If pins or nails are used as well as adhesive for parquet blocks punch below the surface without bruising Fill holes to match the blocks 3 6 COMPLETION Protection General Provide protection as follows Floors With hardboard taped at all butt joints Do not cover with sheet plastic Stair treads Full timber or plywood casing Spare flooring products General Supply an extra 5 of flooring products to be stored on site as spares NATSPEC Oct 07 Amat Apr 08 274 insert date FINISH 0656 Floor sanding and finishing 0656 FLOOR SANDING AND FINISHING 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities Basic sanded surface Provide as follows To an even plane Free of irregularities Suitable for finish sanding Asa Suitable substrate for a carpet finish Asa suitable key for an adhesive fixed resilient finish Finish sanded surface Provide as follows Asa suitable key for an applied coating system That will result in a clear finished surface free of scratch marks when observed standing Coating system Provide as follows and or to the Selections Of a consistent film thickness throughout the surface Ofaconsistent level of gloss Without edge bonding 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements wo
190. dable and the sheet profile is not suitable for interlocking or contact end laps construct a stepped type lap 3 4 TILING Installation Standard To AS 2050 Setting out Set out the roof to give an even tile gauge in each course with full or saw cut tiles at verges Bedding and pointing Bed and point accessories including ridges hips and verges in coloured mortar Colour To match the tiles and accessories Tile verge Finish the verge with cover tiles pointed to the roof tiles Screw fix to the barge board with round head galvanized screws NATSPEC Jan 06 Amdt Oct 08 162 insert date ENCLOSURE 0421 Roofing combined Pointed verge Bed and point tiles on 100 x 5 mm fibre cement pointing strip 3 5 SLATE ROOFING Installation Standard To AS 4597 3 6 FIBRE CEMENT CORRUGATED ROOFING Installation Standard To AS NZS 1562 2 3 7 FIBRE CEMENT SHINGLE ROOFING Installation Standard To AS 4597 Bottom course Overhang 50 mm into eaves gutter Verges Overlap barge boards minimum 35 mm 3 8 TIMBER SHINGLE AND SHAKES ROOFING Installation Timber shingles To AS 4597 3 9 SEAMED SHEET METAL ROOFING Plywood decking Installation Lay the length of the sheets at right angles to the supports Stagger the end joints and locate them centrally over framing members If panels are not tongue and grooved provide noggings or trimmer joists to support the edges Fixing 300 mm centres to each support
191. date ENCLOSURE 0411b Waterproofing external and tanking Waterproofing above terminations Waterproof the structure above the termination to prevent moisture entry behind the membrane using cavity flashings capping waterproof membranes or waterproof coatings Horizontal terminations Do not provide Membrane vertical penetrations Pipes ducts and vents Provide separate sleeves for all pipes ducts and vents and have them fixed to the substrate Membrane horizontal penetrations Sleeves Provide a flexible flange for all penetrations bonded to the penetration and to the membrane Balcony membrane about doors and windows Install membrane prior to the fixing of door or window frames Membrane upturn Sheltered areas 40 mm above the finished external floor surface or overflow level whichever is the higher Exposed areas 150 mm upturn from the finished external floor level or overflow level whichever is the higher Membrane around skylights and hatches Install membranes to upstands prior to the installation of the skylight or hatch Upstand height above roof surface 75mm minmum Overlaying finishes on membranes Compatibility If a membrane is to be overlayed with another system such as tiles pavers ballast insulation soil and the like provide an overlaying system that is compatible with and not cause damage to the membrane Bonded or partially bonded systems If the topping or bedding mortar requires to be
192. de sill runner and frame stile sections for screens not part of the window frame Hardware Nylon slide runners and finger pull handle Provide pile strip closers against sash where necessary to close gaps 2 8 BUSHFIRE SCREENS AND SEALS Requirement Protection Protect glazed windows and doors from the ingress of embers Standard To AS 3959 2 9 SECURITY WINDOW GRILLES General Description Provide proprietary metal security grille screens or operable screen and frame fixed to the building structure with tamper resistant fastenings Security window grilles To AS 5040 Installation To AS 5039 2 10 ALUMINIUM FRAME FINISHES Powder coatings Standard To AS 3715 Grade Architectural coating NATSPEC Jan 06 Amdt Oct 08 170 insert date ENCLOSURE 0451b Windows and glazed doors 3 EXECUTION 3 1 GLASS PROCESSING General Processing Perform required processes on glass including cutting obscuring silvering and bending Form necessary holes including for fixings equipment access holes and speaking holes Process exposed glass edges to a finish not inferior to ground arrised 3 2 INSTALLATION Glazing General Install the glass so that Each piece is held firmly in place by permanent means which enable it to withstand the normal loadings and ambient conditions at its location without distortion or damage to glass and glazing materials Building movements are not transferred to the glass Ex
193. depth of the layer and disposed of and replaced with fresh material Materials used as replacement materials shall comply with the requirements of the specification The placing and compaction of the replacement materials shall also comply with the requirements of the specification Compaction requirements General Apply uniform and sufficient compactive effort over the whole area to be compacted Use rollers appropriate to the materials and compaction requirements Moisture content General During spreading and compaction maintain materials at the optimum moisture content modified compaction within the range of 2 to 1 from the optimum moisture content Spraying Maintain moisture content Use water spraying equipment capable of distributing water uniformly in controlled quantities over uniform lane widths NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 78 Tinsert date SITE 0271b Pavement base and subbase 5 3 PLACING BASE AND SUBBASE General Weak surfaces Do not place material on a surface which has been so weakened by moisture that it will not support without damage the constructional plant required to perform the work Spreading Spread material in uniform layers without segregation Moisture content Maintain wet mixed materials at the required moisture content before and during spreading Add water to dry mixed materials through fine sprays to the entire surface of the layer after spreading to bring the material to the req
194. device or by a locking bar Framed adjustable louvres Description Provide louvre blades beaded into steel blade surround frames sash pivoted to pressed steel main frames linked together in banks each bank controlled by a proprietary sash operator Fixed metal louvres Provide metal louvre blades mounted in a metal surround frame or subframe installed as for metal window installations Screens Provide metallic coated steel wire or UPVC mesh screens behind louvres to prevent the entry of vermin birds rodents and wind blown leaves and papers 2 7 INSECT SCREENS Aluminium framed screens Provide aluminium extruded or folded box frame sections with mesh fixing channel mitred staked and screwed at corners Provide an extended frame section where necessary to adapt to window opening gear Mesh Bead the mesh into the frame channel with a continuous resilient gasket so that the mesh is taut and without distortion Fixed screens Provide fixed screens to the window frames with a clipping device which permits removal for cleaning Hinged screens Hinge at the top to give access to opening sash Roll up screens Provide a proprietary retractable insect screen comprising aluminium frame with baked enamel finish fibreglass mesh beaded into the frame and a retraction system including tension spring nylon bearings positive self locking device and plastic sealing strip at sill Sliding screens Provide a matching aluminium head gui
195. ding elements that are compatible with the contact materials Bond breaking backing Bond breaking materials Non adhesive to sealant or faced with a non adhering material Foamed materials Closed cell or impregnated not water absorbing Floor movement joints General Provide trafficable sealants for that are compatible with the contact materials Bond breaking backing Bond breaking materials Non adhesive to sealant or faced with a non adhering material Foamed materials Closed cell or impregnated not water absorbing 2 3 FASTENERS General Masonry anchors Proprietary expansion or chemical type Plain washers To AS 1237 1 Provide washers to the heads and nuts of bolts and the nuts of coach bolts Plugs Proprietary purpose made plastic Powder actuated fasteners To AS NZS 1873 4 Stainless steel fasteners To ASTM A240 240M Steel nails To AS 2334 Length At least 2 5 x the thickness of the member being secured and at least 4 x the thickness if the member is plywood or building board lt 10 mm thick Unified hexagon bolts screws and nuts To AS NZS 2465 Fasteners in CCA treated timber Epoxy coated or stainless steel Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 36 15 01 2009 GENERAL Bolts Coach bolts To AS NZS 1390 Hexagon bolts Grades A and B To AS 1110 1 Hexagon bolts Grade C To AS 1111 1 Corrosion resistance Corrosivity category
196. door control devices in a fail safe mode to permit egress in the event of power failure Authorised products Provide equipment listed in the CSIRO CMSE ActivFire Register of Fire Protection Equipment Glass doors Provide tumbler drop bolts or magnetic holders Double leaf doors solid frame Provide an electric strike or lock on the fixed leaf connected to the door frame by concealed flexible wiring Activation Activation device Provide keypads card readers or other activation devices and locate next to entry points External Provide weatherproof IP56 hoods or housings for external units Mounting height 1200 mm from floor level 2 7 KEYING Contractor s keys Alternatives Loan cylinder Construction keyed master key cylinder Delivery of keys Great grandmaster grandmaster and master keys Arrange for the manufacturer or supplier to deliver direct to the principal Number of keys Conform to the Number of keys table Group keying Keying system Provide a group keying system in conformance with the Key codes schedule Existing system Obtain the details of existing group or master key systems to which a new system is required to be an extension Future extensions Provide master and grandmaster group keying systems which are capable of accommodating future extensions Extensions to existing system complete delete Keying control security system If cylinder or pin tumbler locks accept a group key e
197. e High corrosivity category Situation Metal lath beads and embedded items Minimum cement content mix type NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 242 insert date FINISH 0611 Plastering above damp proof course Internal if Galvanize after fabrication 300 g m CRW plaster is Metallic coated sheet Z275 AZ150 painted External Stainless 316 CRS Powder coated aluminium Curing products General To be proprietary products manufactured for use with the plaster system Gypsum plaster General To be a proprietary product containing calcium sulfate hemihydrate with additives to modify setting Lime Limes for building To AS 1672 1 Lime putty General Prepare lime putty as follows Stand dry hydrate of lime to AS NZS 1672 1 and water for 24 hours or more without drying out Stand quicklime and water for 14 days or more without drying out Metal lath Expanded metal to AS 1397 Mixes General Select a mix ratio to suit the conditions of application in conformity to the Mixes table Measurement Measure binders and sand by volume using buckets or boxes Do not allow sand to bulk by absorption of water Plaster mixing Machine mix 2 3 lt 6 minutes Strength of successive coats Ensure successive coats are no richer in binder than the coat to which they are applied Mixes table Cement render Mix type Substrate Upper and lower l
198. e 1 mm per metre of member length up to a maximum of 9 mm in a continuous run of members in one direction Maximum misalignment between adjoining members 1 mm Position Maximum deviation of any part from its true position 9 mm Marking Requirement Before the separate parts of the screens are delivered to the site provide suitable and sufficient marks or other means for identifying each part and for showing its correct location and orientation when installed Reference lines and marks Requirement Provide on each floor in agreed locations accurate perimeter offset reference lines plumb with corresponding lines on other floors and height benchmarks Cleaning Requirement During erection promptly remove foreign matter from the screens without damage to finishes Do not use abrasive cleaners or acid NATSPEC Oct 08 194 insert date ENCLOSURE 0457 External screens 3 5 COMPLETION Cleaning Method Clean all visible surfaces with soft clean cloths and clean water or approved cleanser finishing with a clean cloth Do not use abrasive or alkaline materials Maintenance manual Requirement Submit the screen manufacturer s published instructions for operation care and maintenance Warranties Screens Submit the manufacturer s published product warranties NATSPEC Oct 08 195 insert date ENCLOSURE 0461b Glazing 0461b GLAZING 1 GENERAL 1 1 CROSS REF
199. e How and where the waste is to be re used recycled stockpiled or disposed off How the waste will be transported between the site and point of re use recycling stockpiling treating or disposal and who will be responsible Submit details of location labelling and protection of separate skips for the identified waste stream NATSPEC Oct 07 Amat Apr 08 51 insert date SITE 0221b Site management Ground contamination control plan Submit a ground contamination plan and include the following details If the land is identified as contaminated or the presence of acid sulphate soils is found prepare a Remediation Action Plan RAP in accordance with the Environmental Protection Authority EPA guidelines Weed management plan Details required Identify weeds and infestation zones within the work site investigation date Method of cleaning vehicles and machinery and cleaning date Cleaning bay location and treatment date Contaminated fill stockpile treatment type and treatment date Site preparation Mulching Submit details of provisions for mulching cleared vegetation Internal monitoring Documents Provide documented procedures describing How environmental monitoring is to be planned implemented and recorded Non conformance control and corrective action procedures for all of the control measures that are to be implemented Records Maintain records of the results of environmental monitoring
200. e placed concrete Cool the concrete using liquid nitrogen injection before placing Cover the container in which the concrete is transported to the forms Spray the coarse aggregate using cold water prior to mixing Use chilled mixing water Hot weather placing table Concrete element Temperature limit Normal concrete in footings beams columns walls and slabs 35 C Concrete in sections gt 1 min all dimensions except for concrete of 27 C strength 40 MPa or greater in sections exceeding 600 mm in thickness Evaporation control Barriers Erect barriers to protect freshly placed concrete from drying winds 3 10 CONCRETE CURING General Curing Cure continuously from completion of finishing until the total cumulative number of days or fractions of days during which the air temperature in contact with the concrete is above 10 C is at least the following unless accelerated curing is adopted Fully enclosed internal surfaces Early age concrete 3 days Other concrete surfaces 7 days End of curing period Prevent rapid drying out at the end of the curing period Protection Maintain at a reasonably constant temperature with minimum moisture loss during the curing period Cold weather curing General Maintain concrete temperature between 10 20 C for curing period Curing compounds Standard To AS 3799 Application Provide a uniform continuous flexible coating without visible breaks or p
201. e conditions Galvanize mild steel components including fasteners to AS 1214 or AS NZS 4680 as appropriate if Exposed to weather Embedded in masonry Exposed to or in air spaces behind external leaf of masonry walls In contact with chemically treated timber other than CCA 3 EXECUTION 3 1 WALL CHASING Holes and chases General If holes and chases are required in masonry walls provide proposals to demonstrate that the structural integrity of the wall is maintained Do not chase walls nominated as fire rated or acoustic Parallel chases or recesses on opposite faces of a wall shall not be closer than 600 mm to each other Chasing of blockwork Only in core filled hollow blocks or in solid blocks which are not designated as structural and shall be to the Concrete blockwork chasing table Concrete blockwork chasing table Block thickness mm Depth of chase maximum mm 190 35 140 25 90 20 3 2 FIXING General Suitability If equipment and services are not suitable for fixing to non structural building elements fix directly to structure and trim around penetrations in non structural elements Fasteners Use proprietary fasteners capable or transmitting the loads imposed and sufficient to ensure the rigidity of the assembly 3 3 COMPLETION Samples General Remove unincorporated samples on completion Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08
202. e e ea pae a aaa r T ea praen aara aeea aaa me a AAE ae aaa e eaaa saadaa aaa kainai 173 0453b Doors and hatches ssssnsesunnnennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn nuunuu nnnnnn nnmnnn nnmnnn nnmnnn nnmnnn nnmnnn nnmnnn 175 0455 Door Nardwale a a aa a a a aa aa aaae aaa eaaa 181 0457 Extermal SCreens a a aa aE cute gence aaa aa eaaa aaa aie ae aaa aaa raan aaaea danaa 188 04615 GAZING saaara aaaea oiean iaaa aaa aaeeea Aeaaeai aeeaiei taaa 196 0467 GlaSs COMpPONENIS i isaasun eoa ie eDis incae autio oean roid asea Nna De rousa aaao aha gaase naasian aapna 200 Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC 2 15 01 2009 Table of Contents 0471 Insulation and Sarking membranes ccccseseeeeeseeeeeesseeeeeenseeeeeenseeeeeenseeeeeeenseeeeeseseeenseseenenees 204 0472 ACOUSTIC insulation ccceeeeeee cece teen ee en neee eee neee eee seen eee neeeee ea nuunuu nnnnnnnnnnnn nnmnnn nunne nnmnnn nnmnnn ennn nna 209 oloa desn LUA se Sas E EEE See a seh aes ees Secs sc ectcies Shane nsn Seance E E 202 211 0531b Suspended ceilings combined ccscccsseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeneeseaesesaesneneeseeeeeseesaseenenseeeees 215 551 WOINCLY EE E EE E EE E E E EE E A 219 05525 Metalwork cccccsceecccsseeeceeessneeeeenseceeeenseeeeeenseeeeesesueeeeenseeeeesasaueeeeseseeceeseseeceesaseeceeseeeeeeeseseenaeess 225 0554 Stairs ladders and wWalkwayS ccsssecccessseeeeessseeeensneeeeenseeeeeenseaeeeen
203. e joint using oil free compressed air Bond breaking Install bond breaking backing material Taping Protect the surface on each side of the joint using 50 mm wide masking tape or equivalent means On completion of pointing remove the tape and remove any stains or marks from the surface Primer Apply the recommended primer to the surfaces in contact with sealant materials Sealant joint proportions General weatherproofing joints width depth 1 1 for joint widths lt 12 mm 2 1 for joint widths gt 12 mm Sealant application General Apply the sealant to dry joint surfaces using a pneumatic applicator gun Ensure the sealant completely fills the joint to the required depth that it is in good contact with the full depth of the sides and that there is no air trapped in the joint Do not apply the sealant outside the recommended working time for the material or the primer Weather conditions Two pack polyurethanes Do not apply the sealant if ambient conditions are outside the following Temperature lt 5 C or gt 40 C Humidity To the manufacturer s recommendations Joint finish General Force the sealant into the joint and finish with a smooth slightly concave surface using a tool designed for the purpose Protection General Protect the joint from inclement weather during the setting or curing period of the material Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 39
204. e material and other matter which may affect bond of fire stop material Primer Clean and dry substrates for primers and sealants Restraint Install backing and or damming materials to arrest liquid material leakage Remove temporary dams after material has cured 3 2 SYSTEMS Fire stop mortars Ambient conditions Do not install below 5 C Fibre stuffing Installation Compress to 40 of its uncompressed volume Fire stop sealants Ambient conditions Do not store above 32 C Do not install outside the temperature range recommended by the sealant manufacturer Do not install when humidity exceeds that recommended by the sealant manufacturer for safe installation Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 41 15 01 2009 GENERAL 0182b Fire stopping Fire stop foams Ambient conditions Do not store above 32 C Do not install below 15 C or above 32 C Do not apply when temperature of substrate and air is below 15 C Maintain this minimum temperature before during and for 3 days after installation Installation Test substrates for adhesion and prime if necessary Place in layers to ensure homogenous density filling cavities and spaces Place sealant to completely seal junctions with adjacent dissimilar materials Fire stop putty Ambient conditions Do not install below 5 C Do not allow the material to freeze Fire stop collars Installation between all floors and fire comp
205. e underlay 3 2 FORMWORK General General Conform to the Formed surfaces schedule Preparation Cleaning Before placing concrete remove free water dust debris and stains from the forms and the formed space Corners Work above ground Chamfer at re entrant angles and fillet at corners Face of bevel 25 mm Embedments General Fix embedments through formwork to prevent movement or loss of slurry or concrete during concrete placement Openings General In vertical forms provide form openings or removable panels for inspection and cleaning at the base of columns walls and deep beams Access For thin walls and columns provide access hatches for placing concrete Release agents Application Before placing reinforcement apply a release agent to form linings and facings Steel decking Fixing If sheeting cannot be fixed to structural steel supports with puddle welds or with welded shear studs in composite construction provide details Steel linings Rust Clean off any rust and apply rust inhibiting agent prior to reuse Visually important surfaces General For concrete of surface finish classes 1 2 or 3 set out the formwork to give a regular arrangement of panels joints bolt holes and similar visible elements in the formed surface Void formers Use Cast designated suspended ground floor slabs and beams on void formers Protection Keep void formers dry until use place them on a firm level surface and place re
206. e unit has adequate strength to carry its own weight without damage or residual cracking or deflection on removal of the lifting device Attachments for handling purposes If it is proposed to locate lifting attachments holes and other temporary fixings for handling purposes on visible faces of units submit proposals Lifting units If it is proposed to lift or support units at other than specified points submit proposals Execution documentation Certification Submit certification by a qualified structural engineer experienced in formwork design and construction verifying conformance of the completed formwork including the suitability of the formwork for the documented surface finish class Reshoring If reshoring is intended submit proposals Product proposals Curing compounds If it is proposed to use a liquid membrane forming curing compound submit the following information Certified test results for water retention to AS 3799 Appendix B Evidence of compatibility with concrete and with applied finishes including toppings and render if any including methods of obtaining the required adhesion For visually important surfaces evidence that an acceptable final surface colour will be obtained Void formers Submit test certificates to confirm that the formers comply with the following requirements under laboratory conditions when placed on damp sand and loaded with a mass of wet concrete equal to at least the mass
207. eads as follows Angle beads At all external corners Drip beads At all lower terminations of external plaster Movement control beads At all movement control joints Stop beads At all terminations of plaster and junctions with other materials or plaster systems Joints in beads Use dowels to maintain alignment Mechanical fixing to substrate lt 300 mm centres Bonding treatment General If bonding treatment is required throw a wet mix onto the substrate as follows NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 244 insert date FINISH 0611 Plastering Cement plaster 1 part cement to 2 parts sand Gypsum plaster 1 part gypsum to 2 parts sand Curing Keep continuously moist for 2 5 days and allow to dry before applying plaster coats Thickness From 2 3 lt 6 mm Embedded items General If there are water pipes and other embedded items sheath them to permit thermal movement Ensure embedded items conform to the Corrosion resistance and durability table Lath Location Chases If chases or recesses are 50 mm wide or greater fix metal lath extending 2 75 mm beyond each side of the chase or recess Metal and other non porous substrates Fix metal lath to provide a key Installation General Run the long way of the mesh across supports with strands sloping downwards and inwards from the intended face of the plaster Fixing Mechanically fix at centres of 150 mm or less Laps Tie with 1 25 mm galva
208. eam If other pipes are adjacent set each pipe true to line and complete each joint before laying the next pipe If work is not continuous cap open ends to prevent entry of foreign matter Bedding General Grade the underlay evenly to the gradient of the pipeline Standard In accordance with AS NZS 3725 and AS NZS 3725 Supplement 1 Layers All material shall be compacted in layers not exceeding 150 mm compacted thickness Trench backfill General The remainder of the trench to the underside of the subgrade shall be backfilled with fill material in accordance with the Earthwork worksection Anchor blocks General If necessary to restrain lateral and axial movement of the stormwater pipes provide anchor blocks at junctions and changes of grade or direction Encasement General Conform to the Stormwater pipeline schedule Location Encase the pipeline in concrete at least 150 mm above and below the pipe and 150 mm each side or the width of the trench whichever is the greater 3 2 SUBSOIL DRAINS General General Provide subsoil drains to intercept groundwater seepage and prevent water build up behind walls and under floors and pavements Connect subsoil drains to surface drains or to the stormwater drainage system as applicable Conform to the Subsoil pipeline schedule Trench width 2 450 mm Pipe depth Provide the following minimum clear depths measured to the crown of the pipe where the pipe passes below the following element
209. ean and free of any deposit or finish which may impair adhesion or location of tiles Compatible with all components of the floor system 3 3 TILING GENERALLY Sequence General Fix wall tiles before floor tiles Cutting and laying Cutting Cut tiles neatly to fit around fixtures and fittings and at margins where necessary Drill holes without damaging tile faces Cut recesses for fittings such as soapholders Rub edges smooth without chipping Laying Return tiles into sills reveals and openings Butt up to returns frames fittings and other finishes Strike and point up beds where exposed Remove tile spacers before grouting Variations General Distribute variations in hue colour or pattern uniformly by mixing tiles or tile batches before laying Protection Floor tiles Keep traffic off floor tiles until the bedding has set and attained its working strength Cleaning Keep the work clean as it proceeds and protect finished work from damage Floor finish dividers General Finish tiled floors at junctions with differing floor finishes with a corrosion resistant metal dividing strip fixed to the substrate If changes of floor finish occur at doorways make the junction directly below the closed door Bath ventilation General Ventilate the space below fully enclosed baths with at least 2 vermin proofed ventilating tiles Sealed joints General Fill joints with silicone sealant and finish flush with the tile surface where ti
210. east 150 mm wide made over framing Run the wall wrap over openings and leave covered until fenestrations are to be installed Cut the membrane on a 45 degree diagonal from each corner of the opening and fold the flaps inside and fix to the inside frame of the opening If the membrane is used to provide a continuous air tight layer seal all joints with pressure sensitive adhesive tape Fixing to timber frames Metallic coated clouts 20 mm long 6 8 mm staples or punched multi point metallic coated steel brads Fixing to steel or aluminium Tek screw with either 20 mm diameter washers or through hardboard strips Fixing to plywood Alternatives Metallic coated clouts 20 mm long 6 8mm staples or punched multi point metallic coated steel brads Fixing centres At least 300 mm Water based contact adhesive with a 50 adhesive cover 3 4 ROOF INSULATION Mesh support to roof insulation Locations Provide support to the following Sarking vapour barrier or reflective thermal insulation membranes laid over roof framing members which are spaced at more than 900 mm centres Blanket type thermal insulation laid over roof framing members as sound insulation to metal roofing Installing wire netting Lay over the roof framing providing sufficient slack or sag between members to suit the application Fixing wire netting Staple to timber frame wire to steel frame Installing welded safety mesh To AS 4389 Bulk insulation m
211. ection 7 Polyisocyanurate rigid cellular sheets RC PIR To AS 1366 2 Polystyrene extruded rigid cellular sheets RC PS E To AS 1366 4 Polystyrene moulded rigid cellular sheets To AS 1366 3 Polyurethane rigid cellular sheets To AS 1366 1 Polyurethane sprayed To ASTM D6694 Reflective insulation To AS NZS 4859 1 Section 9 Wet processed fibreboard including softboard To AS NZS 1859 4 Wool To AS NZS 4859 1 Section 6 Certification Required Certification provider An organisation accredited by the Joint Accreditation System of Australia and New Zealand JAS ANZ kkk Sarking membranes Standard To AS NZS 4200 1 Thermal performance To AS NZS 4859 1 Section 9 Breathable vapour permeable membrane Vapour resistance of not more than 0 5 MNs g when tested to AS NZS 4200 1 Fasteners and supports General Metallic coated steel Mesh support to roof insulation Metallic coated steel wire netting To AS 2423 Section 4 Size 45 mm mesh x 1 mm diameter Welded safety mesh To AS NZS 4389 NATSPEC Oct 07 Amat Oct 08 205 insert date ENCLOSURE 0471 Insulation and sarking membranes 3 EXECUTION 3 1 GENERAL Framed wall thermal break strips Product type Proprietary item Application To steel or timber framing with lightweight external cladding R value 2 0 2 Screw fixing Button head screws at 1 m centres Adhesive fixing Wallboard adhesive walnuts at 1 m centres Bulk insu
212. ed doors as necessary to prevent binding between the leaves Tolerance Squareness The difference between the lengths of diagonals of a door lt 3 mm Twist The difference between perpendicular measurements taken from diagonal corners lt 3 mm Nominal size mm Height 0 2 Width 0 2 2 3 DOORSETS Automatic sliding door assemblies Standard To AS 5007 Arrangement Conform to the Automatic door schedule Control systems Refer to Door hardware Duct hatches General Proprietary products comprising metal faced doors side hung to steel door frames inclusive of the necessary hardware and accessories including hinges and lock and lugs or other suitable means for installation Fire resistant doorsets Standard To AS 1905 1 and BCA Spec C3 4 NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 177 insert date ENCLOSURE 0453b Doors and hatches Floor hatches Frame Weld from 50 x 50 x 6 mm angle with two 40 mm cogged fixing lugs each side and shop prime Covers 6 5 mm chequer plate with 40 x 40 x 6 mm angle frame welded on all round and 32 x 6 mm diagonal stiffening flats Cut radius and grind off 100 x 25 mm lifting slots in each end of covers Revolving doorsets Standard To AS 5007 Arrangement Conform to the Automatic door schedule Control systems Refer to Door hardware Security screen doorsets Standard To AS 5039 Arrangement Conform to the Security screen doors construction schedule Bushfi
213. ed to be added at the site Subcontractors Submit names and contact details of proposed pre mixed concrete suppliers and alternative source of supply in the event of breakdown of pre mixed or site mixed supply 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 POLYMERIC FILM UNDERLAY Standard Vapour barriers and damp proofing membranes To AS 2870 2 2 FORMWORK Form linings and facings Compatibility With finishes to be applied to concrete Lost formwork General Not to contain timber or chlorides and not to impair the structural performance of the concrete members Release agents Compatibility To be compatible with finishes to be applied to the concrete Void formers Material To be cardboard or fibreboard collapsible on absorption of moisture 2 3 STEEL DECKING General Material Hot dipped zinc coated sheet steel to AS 1397 minimum G500 Z350 Profiled steel sheeting composite formwork Minimum steel grade G550 Corrosion protection Zinc coating Accessories Adopt material and corrosion protection to match the profiled steel sheeting 2 4 REINFORCEMENT Fibre reinforcement Reference CIA CPN35 Protective coating General For concrete elements containing protective coated reinforcement provide the same coating type to all that element s reinforcement and embedded ferrous metal items including tie wires stools spacers stirrups plates and ferrules and protect other embedded metals with a suitable coating NATSPEC Apr 07 Amat Oct 0
214. eetings throughout the contract and ensure attendance of appropriate subcontractors the architect and appropriate consultants Owner s representative may attend but not necessarily participate in any such meetings Frequency To be determined by the contractor and the architect prior to the commencement of the contract Minutes Keep minutes of site meetings Within 5 working days after each meeting submit to each party written copies of the minutes Purpose of submission Review and information Contacts At the first site meeting submit names and telephone numbers of responsible persons who may be contacted after hours during the course of the contract Purpose of submission Information only Items supplied by owner General Materials and other items identified in the Items to be supplied schedule will be supplied free of charge to the contractor for installation in the execution of the works Unload and take delivery of them inspect them for defects and then take care of them If defects are found advise Return unused items to the owner Conditions of supply Contractor to take full responsibility for items and insurances of items once delivered to site Notice Contractor to give an initial 12 weeks notice to owner for requirement of items on site Contractor to confirm delivery date a minimum of 2 weeks prior to delivery Items to be supplied schedule Refer to Contract Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Speci
215. el tolerances table Item Level tolerance Absolute Relative Pavements 10mm 10 mm Footpaths 10mm 5mm Level discontinuity Between adjacent pavers and other surface features for footpath areas 1 5 mm and roadway areas 2 0 mm Lippage lt 1mm with 5 not exceeding 1 5 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 MATERIALS Bedding sand Grading To the Bedding sand grading schedule when tested in accordance with AS 1141 11 Moisture content Uniform in moisture content with spread Deleterious material Free of deleterious material such as soluble salts which may cause efflorescence Bedding sand grading schedule Sieve aperture Percentage passing by mass 9 52mm 100 4 75 95 100 2 36 80 100 1 18 50 85 600um 25 60 300 10 30 150 5 15 75 0 10 Joint filling sand General Well graded sand and free of deleterious material such as soluble salts which may cause efflorescence Grading To the Joint filling sand grading schedule when tested in accordance with AS 1141 11 Joint filling sand grading schedule Sieve aperture Percentage passing 2 36 mm 100 1 18 90 100 600 um 60 90 NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 82 insert date SITE 0276 Segmental pavers sand bed Sieve aperture Percentage passing 300 30 60 150 15 30 75 5 10 Moisture content Use dry sand 2 2 COMPONENTS Concrete and clay segm
216. elled machine Spray concurrently the two sets of lines forming a one way or two way barrier line pattern Hand spraying Hand spray transverse lines symbols legends arrows and chevrons with templates Paint thickness Uniform wet film thickness 2 0 35 mm to lt 0 40 mm Pavement markings Straight or with smooth even curves where intended Edges Clean with a sharp cut off Remove any marking material applied beyond the defined edge of the marking and leave a neat and smooth marking on the wearing surface of the pavement Tolerances Longitudinal line lengths Do not vary by more than 20 mm from the lengths shown in AS 1742 2 Longitudinal line widths Do not vary by more than 10 mm from the widths shown in AS 1742 2 Transverse line lengths and widths Do not vary by more than 10 mm from the lengths and widths shown in AS 1742 2 Dimensions Do not vary the dimensions of arrows chevrons painted medians painted left turn islands and speed markings by more than 50 mm from the dimensions shown on the drawings or in AS 1742 2 as appropriate Place arrows and speed markings square with the centreline of the traffic lane Removal of pavement markings General Remove pavement markings no longer required from the wearing surface of pavements without significant damage to the surface 3 2 CHANNELS AND KERBS Foundation preparation Foundation material Shape and compact to form a firm base before placing any kerb and or gutter Construction
217. elow the top of the edging Curving If the timber edge is to be curved space the pegs to hold it to a uniform curve Reduce edging thickness to 15 mm if required to enable it to be bent Sleeper edging General Fix sleepers in position by spiking with two 13 mm diameter galvanized mild steel rods per sleeper penetrating at least 400 mm into the subgrade Drive the rods flush with the upper surface of the sleeper Arris the upper exposed sleeper edges to produce a 15 mm wide face at 45 to the edges Concrete edging General Place in a shallow trench between timber forms Wood float finish flush with the adjacent finished grass level Provide movement joints filled with resilient bituminous material at 3 m maximum centres 3 2 BEDDING SAND General Preparation Remove all loose material from the prepared base NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 83 linsert date SITE 0276 Segmental pavers sand bed Spreading Screed uncompacted sand over prepared base uniformly to achieve a 30 mm thick layer Maintain sand at a uniform loose density 3 3 LAYING PAVING General Pattern Lay paving units on the screeded sand bedding to the nominated pattern shown on the drawings Joints 2 3 mm gap Cut courses 50 mm minimum plain dimension On footpaths and other linear elements use at least two cut courses and maintain symmetry If there is a concrete base provide paving control joints Located over control joints 10mm
218. ement GBCA document Ene 1 Greenhouse gas emissions Ene 1 Document systems that contribute to reducing the building s greenhouse gas emissions to levels below the Conditional Requirement 0752 Mechanical piping insulation Requirement GBCA document IEQ 11 Hazardous materials Ene 1 Greenhouse gas emissions Emi 4 Insulant ODP IEQ 11 Document the removal of asbestos lead and PCBs in accordance with the standards listed in Table IEQ 11 1 Ene 1 Document systems that contribute to reducing the building s greenhouse gas emissions to levels below the Conditional Requirement Emi 4 Document pipework insulation that is free of ozone depleting substances in both manufacture and composition 0761 Refrigeration Requirement GBCA document IEQ 12 Internal noise levels Ene 1 Greenhouse gas emissions Emi 1 Refrigerant ODP Emi 2 Refrigerant GWP Emi 3 Refrigerant leaks Emi 4 Insulant ODP IEQ 12 Document upper limits of noise caused by refrigeration units Ene 1 Document systems that contribute to reducing the building s greenhouse gas emissions to levels below the Conditional Requirement Emi 1 Document the use of refrigerants with zero Ozone Depleting Potential ODP Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC Oct 08 23 15 01 2009 GENERAL 0169 Green star office as built submissions Emi 2 Document the use of refrigerants with a Global Warming Potential
219. eneral Fire hazard indices for all materials when tested in conformance with AS NZS 1530 3 Spread of flame index 0 Smoke developed index lt 3 Facing materials Flammability index lt 5 when tested in conformance with AS 1530 2 Bulk insulation Cellulosic fibre loose fill mineral wool blankets and cut pieces polyester Section 7 polyisocyanurate polyurethane wet processed fibreboard wool and jute Proprietary items Board insulation Polystyrene extruded rigid cellular sheets polystyrene moulded rigid cellular sheets polyurethane rigid cellular sheets compressed glasswool rigid panels recycled rubber and composite plasterboard panels Proprietary items Flexible sheet insulation Loaded vinyl Proprietary item Fasteners and supports Cavity Walls with steel stud framing lined one side Increase stud base metal thickness to 1 15 mm Furring channels to masonry walls as required Resilient clip fixings as required Fixing Clips 600 mm horizontally x 1200 mm vertically and a row 100 mm from the top and bottom at 1200 mm c c Vertical furring channels 600 mm centres Sealants Acoustic sealant Non hardening sealant compatible with the materials to be sealed and rated to Ry 65 Fire rated Non hardening sealant compatible with the materials to be sealed and having a fire rating equal to that of the partition it seals Sealant strips Closed cell resilient foam 3 EXECUTION as per Lloyd George R
220. eneral requirements worksection Associated worksections Associated worksections Conform to the following Concrete in situ 1 2 STANDARDS General Standard To AS 3600 1 3 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give notice so that inspection may be made of the following Cores and embedments fixed in place Reinforcement fixed in place with formwork completed 1 4 SUBMISSIONS Execution proposals Changes If changes are proposed to reinforcement shown on the drawings submit details Damaged galvanizing If repair is required submit proposals to AS NZS 4680 Section 8 Provision for concrete placement If spacing or cover of reinforcement does not comply give notice Splicing If splicing not documented is proposed submit details Welding Give notice before welding reinforcement 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 MATERIALS Protective coating General For concrete elements containing protective coated reinforcement provide the same coating type to all that element s reinforcement and embedded ferrous metal items including tie wires stools spacers stirrups plates and ferrules and protect other embedded metals with a suitable coating Epoxy coating To be high build high solids chemically resistant coating Thickness 200 um minimum Galvanizing To AS NZS 4680 Sequence If fabrication is to occur after galvanizing submit proposals for galvanizing repair and coating of cut ends Zinc coating minimum 600 g m
221. ental paving units Standard To AS NZS 4455 1 and AS NZS 4455 3 Dimensional category DPA1 and DPB1 Log roundels Softwood Each section 75 mm thick x 200 mm minimum diameter debarked Logs for edging Size At least 2 5 m long and 200 mm average diameter Sawn timber for edging General Select from sawn hardwood or preservative treated softwood Size 3000 x 100 x 25 mm nominal edgings 50 mm square pegs 400 mm long Sleepers Hardwood Sound hardwood railway sleepers to AS 3818 2 Softwood Sound preservative treated softwood sleepers Preservative treatment General Hazard class 4 to AS 1604 1 3 EXECUTION 3 1 EDGE RESTRAINT Lateral restraint to segmental paving Perimeter Provide edge restraints to bedding and units where not provided by other structures Log edging General Excavate to lay logs at least half diameter into the ground Fix the logs in position by spiking with two 13 mm diameter galvanized mild steel rods per log penetrating at least 500 mm into the subgrade Drive the rods flush with the upper surface of the log Butt the logs together to a close neat fit Select adjacent logs for similar diameter Sawn timber edging General Set edgings flush with adjoining surfaces to define planting grass areas or both Fix to pegs using galvanized nails two per fixing Drive pegs into the ground at 1200 mm centres on the planting side of the edging and on both sides of joints between boards with peg tops 15 mm b
222. ents Remove temporary attachments after erection Seal or otherwise make good residual recesses Lifting devices Capacity Provide reusable lifting devices with a capacity limit state factor of 5 in relation to the working load limit 3 2 INSTALLATION General Work method statement Prepare a work method statement specific to the project for the precast erection and submit on request Fixing Fix the units securely and accurately in their final positions Ancillaries Provide components and materials including fasteners braces shims jointing strips sealant flashings grout and mortar necessary for the installation of the units 3 3 PROTECTION General General Protect the units against staining discolouration and other damage until they are installed in their final location NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 07 116 linsert date STRUCTURE 0317 Tilt up concrete 0317 TILT UP CONCRETE 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities Provide tilt up concrete elements that are Undamaged by handling and installation Independently designed and documented Independently certified by a professional engineer for the design and the erected components 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection Associated worksections Associated worksections Conform to the following Concrete formwork Concrete reinforcement Concrete in situ Concrete finishes 1 3 STANDARDS
223. eport Specification NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 210 linsert date INTERIOR 0511b Lining 0511b LINING 4 GENERAL 4 1 AIMS Responsibilities General Provide internal lining systems to the Selections 4 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection 4 3 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give sufficient notice so that inspection may be made of substrate or framing before installation of linings 4 4 TOLERANCES Surface Flatness twist winding and bow lt 1 5 mm deviation from a 1 5 m straightedge placed in any position 5 PRODUCTS 5 1 MATERIALS AND COMPONENTS Plasterboard Standard To AS NZS 2588 Fibre cement Standard To AS NZS 2908 2 Wall and ceiling linings Type B category 2 Minimum thickness 4 5 mm Plywood and blockboard Interior use To AS NZS 2270 Exterior use To AS NZS 2271 Visible surfaces with a clear finish Veneer quality A Other visible surfaces Veneer quality B Back face veneer Veneer quality C or D Bond Type A Presealed plywood Plywood pre sealed both sides and edges with a machine applied sealer Wet processed fibreboard including hardboard Standard To AS NZS 1859 4 Dry processed fibreboard including medium density fibreboard Standard To AS NZS 1859 2 Melamine overlaid medium density fibreboard Medium density fibreboard STD MDF overlaid on both sides with low pressure melamine Decorative overlaid wood p
224. equired ensure joints will be imperceptible in the finished work after decoration Control joints General Provide joints in the finish to coincide with control joints in the substrate Ensure that the joint in the substrate is not bridged during plastering Depth Extend the joint right through the plaster and reinforcement to the substrate Width 3 mm or the same width as the substrate joint whichever is greater Damp proof courses Do not continue plaster across damp proof courses Plastering on metal lath Provide movement joints to divide the plastering area into rectangular panels lt 10m NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 245 insert date FINISH 0611 Plastering V joints Provide V joints cut right through the plaster to the substrate at the following locations Abutments with metal door frames Abutments with other finishes Junctions between different substrates Plaster thickness General Conform to the Plaster thickness table Plaster thickness table Substrate Cement render total thickness of single or multi coat work mm Gypsum lime plaster mm Dense concrete walls 15 max 3 max Dense concrete ceilings 9 max 3 max Brickwork and blockwork 12 min 3 max Lightweight concrete and blocks 12 min 3 max Metal lath measured from the 18 min 3 max face of the lath Temperature General If the ambient temperature is lt 10 C or 2 30 C ensure that t
225. equirements in the Window and glazed door performance schedule if Glazing is associated with Curtain walls or Structural glazing Do not use this schedule if all windows are specified in Windows and glazed doors 0471 Insulation and sarking membranes Requirement GBCA document IEQ 9 Thermal comfort Ene 1 Greenhouse gas emissions Emi 4 Insulant ODP IEQ 9 and Ene 1 Document R values emittance classifications and locations of insulation Emi 4 Document insulation that is free of ozone depleting substances in both manufacture and composition 0501 Demolition interior and alterations Requirement GBCA document MAN 7 Waste management IEQ 11 Hazardous materials Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC Oct 08 16 15 01 2009 GENERAL 0169 Green star office as built submissions Man 7 Document materials and components to be recovered re used or recycled in the Recovered items for re use in the works schedule Recovered materials for delivery to the principal schedule Demolished material for recycling in the works schedule Demolished material for recycling off site schedule and the Dismantle for relocation schedule IEQ 11 Document the removal of asbestos lead and PCBs in accordance with the standards listed in Table IEQ 11 1 Note Mat 5 Concrete and Mat 7 Steel applies to the use of recovered materials during construction not the recovery process during demolition Note Emi
226. eral During fixing and stabilising operate the heating system of radiant heated or airconditioned rooms at 1 5 C above normal maximum temperature Adhesive General Use a urethane elastomer adhesive in addition to nails as follows Continuously supported flooring 4 mm beads at 300 mm spacing at right angles to run of flooring Intermittently supported flooring 6 mm bead along each joist or batten Nailing General Ensure the boards are in contact with the joists at the time of nailing particularly where boards are machine nailed Skew nail in a uniform pattern If nails are to be less than 10 mm from ends of sheets or boards pre drill nail holes 0 1 mm undersize Secret nailing Do not use boards of more than 85 mm cover width and use one nail or staple skewed at 45 Do not cramp more than one board at a time Sinking Punch nails 3 mm below finished surfaces and fill the sinking flush with a material tinted to match the flooring which is compatible with the floor finish Top nailing For boards more than 65 mm cover width use two nails skewed 10 degrees in opposite directions Do not cramp more than 800 mm width of boards at one time Strip flooring Installation Lay in straight and parallel lines with each board firmly butted to the next and firmly bedded on the subfloor Cramp sufficient only to bring the boards together and no more than 800 mm of flooring at any one time Adhesive Apply adhesive in addition to nailing
227. ere H is the height Vertical movement Over internal walls provide at least 10 mm vertical clearance and use bracing methods which allow for vertical movements 3 6 COMPLETION Tightening General Tighten bolts screws and other fixings so that joints and anchorages are secure at practical completion NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 150 insert date STRUCTURE 0383 Flooring and decking 0383 FLOORING AND DECKING 1 GENERAL 1 1 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection 1 2 STANDARD General Flooring and decking To AS 1684 Parts 2 3 or 4 as appropriate 1 3 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give notice so that inspection may be made of the following Substrate before laying flooring decking or underlay 1 4 TOLERANCES Tolerances General Maximum deviation of the finished floor surface under a 3 m straight edge laid in any direction 3 mm 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 GENERAL Storage General Deliver timber decking to site and store so that its moisture content is not adversely affected Do not store on the sub floor until the moisture content of the sub floor is suitable for the installation of the floor 2 2 DECKING Recycled timber decking Type or species Jarrah Source from original building stored at 83 Angove Street Appearance To be re sawn and finished to eliminate weathering stains and expose fresh timber New timber decking Standard Treated softwood t
228. ertification complying with the following standards to verify conformance with the Doorsets performance schedule Fire and smoke doors To AS 1905 1 and BCA Spec C3 4 Weighted sound reduction index Rw To AS NZS 1276 1 or ISO 71 1 NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 175 insert date ENCLOSURE 0453b Doors and hatches 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 FRAMES Aluminium frames General Assembled from aluminium sections including necessary accessories such as buffers pile strips strike plates fixing ties or brackets and cavity flashing with suitable provision for fixing nominated hardware Timber frames Hardwood To AS 2796 1 Grade Select Softwood To AS 4785 1 Grade Select Joints Morticed head and through tenons Trenched head Bare faced tenons on jambs Full let in jambs Steel frames General Continuously welded from metallic coated steel sheet sections including necessary accessories such as buffers strike plates spreaders mortar guards switch boxes fixing ties or brackets and cavity flashing with suitable provision for fixing hardware and electronic security assemblies and prefinished with a protective coating Finish Grind the welds smooth cold galvanize the welded joints and shop prime Hardware and accessories Provide for fixing hardware including hinges and closers using 4 mm backplates and lugs Screw fix the hinges into tapped holes in the back plates Base metal thickness General
229. es Adhesive cement Fixing cement nominated by the board manufacturer as being part of the complete protection system as tested 2 4 BOARD FIRE PROTECTION Fixing System Fix the following proprietary systems in accordance with the current written recommendations and instructions of the manufacturer or supplier to achieve the required FRL Mineral fibre board Vermiculite board Gypsum plasterboard Joints General Make butt joints true and flush For single layer construction provide 6 mm thick cover strip on the rear face of the joint For multi layer systems stagger the joints in the inner and outer layers at least 100 mm Access panels Sealing Seal joints to the manufacturer s or supplier s details 2 5 COMPLETION SUBMISSIONS Certification Compliance Submit a Certificate of compliance in accordance with the recommendations of BCA A2 3 NATSPEC Jan 06 Amdt Oct 07 145 insert date STRUCTURE 0382 Light timber framing 0382 LIGHT TIMBER FRAMING 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities General Provide light timber floor wall and roof framing as follows In conformance with the performance criteria nominated Integrated into the building Suitable for the fixing to it of flooring linings and cladding Independently designed and documented Independently certified by a professional engineer for the design and the erected framing 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform
230. es for response to submissions Shop drawings 15 working days Samples and prototypes 15 working days Manufacturers or suppliers recommendations 15 working days Product data 15 working days Product design substitution or modification 15 working days Proposed products schedules If major products are not specified as proprietary items submit a schedule of those proposed for use within 3 weeks of site possession Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 30 15 01 2009 GENERAL 0171b General requirements Authorities Authorities approvals If required submit documents showing approval by the authorities whose requirements apply to the work Correspondence Submit copies of correspondence and notes of meetings with authorities Electronic submissions File format Adobe PDF or CAD files in Autocad DXF or DWG format Transmission medium by email with backup CD to be sent in post Hard copy submissions Quantity Bound documents 2 sets of paper prints plus one electronic copy Loose documents larger than A3 2 copies Loose documents up to and including A3 One copy Standard contract drawing size A1 Errors General If a submission contains errors make a new or amended submission as appropriate indicating changes made since the previous submission Identification General Identify the project contractor subcontractor or supplier manufactu
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232. eserve continuity of damp proofing at junctions of damp proof courses sarkings and waterproof membranes Flashings Location Provide flashings to external openings sufficient to prevent the entry of moisture Form trays at the ends of sill flashings Masonry veneer construction Extend across cavities and build into brickwork 3 4 ROOF AND CEILING FRAMING Wall plates Fixing Fix timber wall plates to masonry with either straps or bolts Nailing plates General Where timber joists rafters or purlins bear on or into steel members provide 50 mm thick nailing plates bolted to the steel member at 500 mm maximum centres Beam framing Ridge straps Butt ends of rafters together at ridge and strap each pair together with 900 mm long steel strap passing over the ridge triple nailed to each rafter Supports for water containers General Where a water container or heater is located in the roof space provide a support platform to AS NZS 3500 4 clause 5 5 Additional support General Provide a frame member behind every joint in fibre cement sheeting or lining Anti ponding boards Standard To AS NZS 4200 2 3 5 TRUSSES Supports for water containers General Where a water container or heater is located in the roof space provide a support platform to AS NZS 3500 4 clause 5 5 Installation Standard To AS 4440 Support Support trusses on bottom chord at two points only unless designed for additional support Plumb Within H 200 wh
233. ess safety system 3 EXECUTION 3 1 INSTALLATION Protection General Keep the roofing and rainwater system free of debris and loose material during construction and leave them clean and unobstructed on completion Repair damage to the roofing and rainwater system Touch up If it is necessary to touch up minor damage to prepainted metal roofing do not overspray onto undamaged surfaces Thermal movement Provide for thermal movement in the roof installation and the structure including movement in joints and fastenings Pan type sheets Removal Capable of being de indexed and removed without damage Curved corrugated sheet General Form by rolling from material recommended for curving or bullnosing Minimise crimping or creasing across the face of the sheet Trim off crimped or creased edges and ends Metal separation Prevent direct contact between incompatible metals and between green hardwood or chemically treated timber and aluminium or coated steel by either NATSPEC Jan 06 Amdt Oct 08 161 insert date ENCLOSURE 0421 Roofing combined Applying an anti corrosion low moisture transmission coating to contact surfaces Inserting a separation layer Tolerances Conform to the Tolerances table Tolerances table Property Tolerance criteria Permitted deviation mm Spacing of supporting members 5 mm on the nominated support member spacing Vertical or horizontal misalignment at the abutting
234. essian pads or sponge rubber floats Remove surplus slurry and work until a uniform colour and texture are produced Smooth rubbed finish Remove the vertical face forms while the concrete is green Wet the surface and rub using a carborundum or similar abrasive brick until a uniform colour and texture are produced Surface repairs Surface repair method If surface repairs are required submit proposals 3 3 UNFORMED SURFACES General General Strike off screed and level slab surfaces to finished levels to the tolerance class noted in the Unformed surface finishes schedule NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 07 111 linsert date STRUCTURE 0315b Concrete finishes Surface finishes General Provide surface finishes in conformance with the Unformed surface finishes schedule Surface repairs Surface repair method If surface repairs are required submit proposals Finishing methods primary finish Machine float finish After levelling consolidate the surface using a machine float Cut and fill and refloat immediately to a uniform smooth granular texture Hand float in locations inaccessible to the machine float Steel trowel finish After machine floating finish as follows Use power or handsteel trowels to produce a smooth surface relatively free from defects When the surface has hardened sufficiently retrowel to produce the final consolidated finish free of trowel marks and uniform in texture and appearance Burn
235. etal roofs Batts Fit tightly between framing members Blanket for sound insulation Install over the roof support frame reflective thermal insulation if any and mesh support so that the blanket is in continuous contact with the underside of the metal roofing sheets Waterproof membrane roofs IRMA PMR types Product type Rigid cellular extruded sheets Preparation Ensure membrane is clean and free of loose material Separation layer Lay over membrane with edges lapped 300 mm and turned up at upstands and penetrations Installation Lay insulation boards in brick pattern with shiplap edges pushed together firmly cut neatly around penetrations and extended up upstands 3 5 COMPLETION Warranties Insulation Submit the manufacturer s published product warranties NATSPEC Oct 07 Amat Oct 08 207 insert date ENCLOSURE 0471 Insulation and sarking membranes 4 SELECTIONS 4 1 WALL INSULATION Bulk thermal insulation to 35 mm furring channels Product Multi board Multi Panel R value 1 2 Location External Tilt UP Pre cast walls Masonry veneer cavity walls Product Air Cell R value 0 5 Location behind terracade Wall wrap wall sarking Type Aircell Duty to AS NZS 4200 1 Vapour barrier classification to AS NZS 4200 1 Emittance classification to AS NZS 4200 1 Location behind zinc face walls 4 2 ROOF INSULATION General Location The whole of the roof area including rooflight shaft w
236. ether in banks with operating arms or ties Retractable louvre blinds Requirement Provide a retractable louvre blind comprising rolled or extruded metal louvre blades mounted in front of windows inclined glazing systems or balconies Fix end plates or clips incorporating a glider clip to each end of the blades and fit gliders into side guide channels Pelmet Fit a pelmet at the top of the blind to cover it when raised Operation Retract blades by means of lifting tapes that pass through the centreline of the blades and connect to an extruded metal bottom rail Fit plastic eyelets to the holes where the lifting tapes pass through the louvre blades to reduce friction wear and noise caused by operation and movement of the blinds Adjust the tilt of louvre blades by means of ladder type tilting tapes fixed to their front and rear edges Constraint Constrain louvre blades against movement flutter and vibration by means of guide cables or side guide channels and by maintaining sufficient tension on the whole blade assembly throughout its range of movement 2 7 FIXED AND ADJUSTABLE AWNINGS Fixed metal awnings Requirement Provide a fixed awning comprising folded metal slats or cladding panels supported on a metal subframe and fixed to the wall adjacent to the windows Fixed fabric awnings Requirement Provide a fixed awning comprising weatherproof fabric supported on a metal subframe and fixed to the wall adjacent to the windows Adjusta
237. eturning to reduced opening on the next cycle Radio remote door controllers Provide a device comprising a radio receiver and separate transmitter for activating a motorised door operator so as to open and close the door by remote radio signal Key switch If there is no separate access to the enclosure provide a key switch mounted externally for opening and closing the door from outside the enclosure without the transmitter Provide two keys Light Provide an internal light which any signal to the receiver also switches on and which remains on for not less than 2 minutes and switches off automatically Receiver House within a wall unit incorporating a push button switch permanently illuminated Mount within the enclosure and connect to power NATSPEC Oct 08 183 insert date ENCLOSURE 0455 Door hardware Transmitter Portable battery powered unit sending a coded signal effective up to not less than 12 m from the receiver Pressure floor mats Automatic door activating system consisting of a mat which when deflected by foot pressure operates a switch which activates the door or doors Closers Hinged and pivot doors Fire rated doors Provide closers tested and certified for use as components of fire door assemblies Standard To AS 1905 1 2 6 ELECTRONIC CONTROL DEVICES General General Provide electric strikes electric locks drop bolts or similar devices to suit door construction and hardware Fail safe Connect
238. excess excavated material from the site and dispose of legally NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 57 insert date SITE 0222b Earthwork 3 3 BEARING SURFACES General General Provide even plane bearing surfaces for loadbearing elements including footings Step to accommodate level changes Make the steps to the appropriate courses if supporting masonry 3 4 REINSTATEMENT OF EXCAVATION General Requirement If the excavation exceeds the required depth or deteriorates reinstate to the correct depth level and bearing value 3 5 SUPPORTING EXCAVATIONS Removal of supports General Remove temporary supports progressively as backfilling proceeds Voids General Guard against the formation of voids outside sheeting or sheet piling if used Fill and compact voids to a dry density similar to that of the surrounding material 3 6 ADJACENT STRUCTURES Temporary supports General Provide supports to adjacent structures where necessary sufficient to prevent damage arising from the works Lateral supports Provide lateral support using shoring Vertical supports Provide vertical support where necessary using piling or underpinning or both Permanent supports General If permanent supports for adjacent structures are necessary and are not described give notice and obtain instructions 3 7 PREPARATION FOR FILLING General General Prepare the ground surface before placing fill including topsoil fill ground slabs or load beari
239. external use with a weave designed to provide a specified amount of shade Tensioned membrane A thin cloth or sheet that is held in a predetermined 2 or 3 dimensional shape under permanent tension Abbreviations BMS Building Management Systems PVC Polyvinylchloride UV Ultra Violet NATSPEC Oct 08 188 insert date ENCLOSURE 0457 External screens 1 5 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give notice so that inspection may be made of the following Prototypes constructed and ready for inspection Fabricated screen assemblies at the factory ready for delivery to the site Fabricated screen assemblies delivered to the site before installation Commencement of installation of screen assemblies Completion of installation 1 6 SUBMISSIONS Samples General Submit samples of the following Sections proposed for frame members louvres accessories cover panels and trim Joints made using proposed techniques Colour samples of prefinished production material e g anodised or organic coated extrusions or sheet glazing infill panel material or fabric each at least 200 x 200 mm showing the limits of the range of variation in the selected colour if any for each component of the screens specified Accessory and hardware items specified descriptively or by performance i e not specified as proprietary items Include handles operators controls switches sensors motors fixing clips anchor brackets and attachments
240. fasteners Packing Pack behind fixing points with durable full width packing Prepared masonry openings If fixing of timber windows to prepared anchorages needs fastening from the frame face sink the fastener heads below the surface and fill the sinking flush with a material compatible with the surface finish Joints General Make accurately fitted tight joints so that neither fasteners nor fixing devices such as pins screws adhesives and pressure indentations are visible on exposed surfaces Sealants If priming is recommended prime surfaces in contact with jointing materials If frames are powder coated apply a neutral cure sealant Operation General Ensure moving parts operate freely and smoothly without binding or sticking at correct tensions or operating forces and are lubricated Protection Removal Remove temporary protection measures from the following NATSPEC Jan 06 Amdt Oct 08 171 insert date ENCLOSURE 0451b Windows and glazed doors Contact mating surfaces before joining up Exposed surfaces In situ touch up Polyester or fluoropolymer coatings Contact supplier for approval to apply touch up products otherwise replace damaged material Trim General Provide mouldings architraves reveal linings and other internal trim using materials and finishes matching the window frames Install to make neat and clean junctions between frames and the adjoining building surfaces 3 3 LOUVRE ASSEMBLI
241. fastenings Fabrication tolerances Structural work generally 2 mm from design dimensions Joints General Fit joints to an accuracy appropriate to the class of work Finish visible joints made by welding brazing or soldering using grinding buffing or other methods appropriate to the class of work before further treatment Self finished metals Free of surface colour variations after jointing Joints Fit accurately to a fine hairline Marking General Provide suitable and sufficient marks or other means for identifying each member of site erected assemblies and for their correct setting out location erection and connection Mark bolted connections to show the bolting category Do not mark stainless steel by notching Splicing General Provide structural members in single lengths 3 2 WELDING AND BRAZING General Quality Provide finished welds which are free of surface and internal cracks slag inclusion and porosity NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 226 linsert date INTERIOR 0552b Metalwork Site welds Avoid site welding wherever possible If required locate site welds in positions for down hand welding Butt weld quality level Not inferior to the appropriate level recommended in AS 1665 Appendix A Brazing General Ensure brazed joints have sufficient lap to provide a mechanically sound joint Do not used butt joints relying on the filler metal fillet only 3 3 STAINLESS STEEL FABRICATION Welding stain
242. fication NATSPEC 7 15 01 2009 Changes to existing General Nil Persons other than contractor 0142 Preliminaries ABIC SW 1 Contractor is responsible for all subcontractors facilities and services Contractor to allow site access for separate contractors to carry out specialist work where required Contractor to allow separate contractors acces to storage on site as necessary Contractor to allow separate contractors access to sanitary facilities hoisting facilities scaffolding as required Contractor is to allow for and provide all services not defined under the separate contractors scope of works to complete the project as per this specification and all other contract documents It is the contractor s responsibility to liaise and interface work required of the contractor in connection with the work of separate contractors including but not limited to penetrations chasing provision of plinths sealing penetrations and making good all works Liaise with the consultants responsible for separate contractors 1 5 COMPLETION OF THE WORKS Final cleaning General Before practical completion clean throughout including interior and exterior surfaces exposed to view Vacuum carpeted and soft surfaces Clean debris from the site roofs gutters downpipes and drainage systems Remove waste and surplus materials Samples Remove non incorporated samples prototypes and sample panels Reinstatement General Before pr
243. fication of soils To AS 1726 Site classification To BCA clause 3 2 4 Bad ground Ground unsuitable for the purposes of the works including fill liable to subsidence ground containing cavities faults or fissures ground contaminated by harmful substances and ground which is or becomes soft wet or unstable Base One or more layers of material usually constituting the uppermost structural element of a pavement and on which the surfacing may be placed which may be composed of fine crushed rock natural gravel broken stone stabilised material asphalt or Portland cement concrete Discrepancy A difference between contract information about the site and conditions encountered on the site including but not limited to discrepancies concerning the following The nature or quantity of the material to be excavated or placed Existing site levels Services or other obstructions beneath the site surface Line of influence A line extending downward and outward from the bottom edge of a footing slab or pavement and defining the extent of foundation material having influence on the stability or support of the footings slab or pavement Rock Monolithic material with volume greater than 0 5 m which cannot be removed until broken up either by explosives or by rippers or percussion tools Site topsoil Soil excavated from the site which contains organic matter supports plant life conforms generally to the fine to medium texture
244. g master key maison key provide to those locks a proprietary keying control security system Stamping Stamp keys and lock cylinders to show the key codes and or door number as scheduled Identification General Supply each key with a purpose made plastic or stamped metal label legibly marked to identify the key attached to the key by a metal ring Key material Lever locks Malleable cast iron or mild steel Pin tumbler locks Nickel alloy not brass Number of keys table Code Key type Minimum number of keys NATSPEC Oct 08 184 insert date ENCLOSURE 0455 Door hardware Code Key type Minimum number of keys GGMK Great grandmaster keys 2 GMK Grandmaster keys 2 MK Master keys 2 per code group KD Locks keyed to differ 2 per lock KA Locks keyed alike 2 locks in code group 4 3 to10 locks in code group 6 11 to 40 locks in code group 10 41 and over locks in code group 1 per 4 locks or part thereof 3 EXECUTION 3 1 INSTALLATION Mounting height Locks and latches Centreline of the door knob or lever spindle above finished floor 1050mm Door stops Fixing Fix on the floor skirting or wall as appropriate to prevent the door or door furniture striking the wall or other surface Fasteners Materials Provide materials compatible with the item being fixed and of sufficient strength size and quality to perform their function Concealed fixings Provide a corrosion resi
245. g structural frame and over supporting walls or beams where flexing of the substrate is anticipated Depth of joint Right through to the substrate Sealant width 6 25 mm Depth of elastomeric sealant One half the joint width or 6 mm whichever is the greater 3 5 JOINT ACCESSORIES Weather bars General Provide a corrosion resistant metal weather bar under hinged external doors Locate under the centres of closed doors Floor finish dividers General Finish cementitious toppings at junctions with differing floor finishes with a corrosion resistant metal dividing strip suitable fixed to the substrate with top edge flush to the finished floor If changes of floor finish occur at doorways make the junction directly below the closed door 3 6 COMPLETION Curing General Prevent premature or uneven drying out and protect from the sun and wind Curing Use a curing product or as soon as it has set sufficiently keep the toppings moist by covering with polyethylene film for gt seven days Joint sealant General If required seal joints as follows Formed joints lt 25 mm deep With filler and bond breaker Sawn joints Full depth of cut Protection General Protect finished work from damage during building operations Slip resistance Field test of completed surface To AS NZS 4663 252 NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 insert date FINISH 0621 Waterproofing wet areas 0621 WATERPROOFING WET AREAS
246. gainst statutory requirements Performance against the EMP and the EMP policy ecologically sustainable development outcomes and targets Summary of monitoring inspection and audits Summary of reports required to meet the statutory requirements Summary of environmental emergencies incidents non compliance and complaints 2 5 TEMPORARY LANDSCAPE FENCING Fence dimensions Height 1200 mm Maximum post spacing 5000 mm Components sizes Corner and gate posts Hardwood or preservative treated softwood 250 mm diameter Intermediate posts Star picket Gate Provide a suitable hinged gate with a gate latch Wire Top intermediate and bottom rows of 3 2 mm plain galvanized steel wire Thread the top wire through pieces of plastic tube and through corner posts Removal Completion Remove the fence at the end of the planting establishment period 2 6 MARKING General Before commencing earthworks locate and mark existing underground services in the areas which will be affected by the earthworks operations including clearing excavating and trenching Excavation General Do not excavate by machine within 1 m of existing underground services les against and over toe of the fabric 2 7 DISPOSAL OF MATERIALS Disposal Spoil Remove cleared and grubbed material from the site and dispose of legally 2 8 COMPLETION Temporary works Remove at completion all scaffolding te porary fenncing and site facilities Joining u
247. ge the units Attachments Remove temporary attachments after erection Seal or otherwise make good residual recesses Lifting devices Capacity Provide reusable lifting devices with a capacity limit state factor of 5 in relation to the working load limit 3 2 INSTALLATION General Fixing Fix the units securely and accurately in their final positions Ancillaries Provide components and materials including fasteners braces shims jointing strips sealant flashings grout and mortar necessary for the installation of the units 3 3 PROTECTION General General Protect the units against staining discolouration and other damage until they are installed in their final location NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 07 119 insert date STRUCTURE 0331b Brick and block construction 0331b BRICK AND BLOCK CONSTRUCTION 1 GENERAL 1 1 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection 1 2 STANDARD General Materials and construction To AS 3700 1 3 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give sufficient notice so that inspection may be made of the following Unit type colour and texture Bottoms of cavities after cleaning out Bottoms of core holes before grouting Reinforcement type and diameter Positioning of reinforcing before grouting Control joints ready for insertion of joint filler Damp proof courses in position Flashings in position Lintels in positio
248. gned Battens table Decking timber Standarda Flooring _ Batten spacing for flooring type average species density thickness Butt jointed End matched Cypress AS 1810 20 450 450 Hardwood density 560 kg m or AS 2796 1 19 600 450 neo 25 600 450 30 600 600 Hardwood density less than AS 2796 1 19 450 390 560 kg m 25 600 450 30 600 600 Softwood density 560 kg m or AS 4785 1 19 450 450 ner 35 600 450 Softwood density less than AS 4785 1 19 450 390 560 kg m 35 600 450 3 2 FIXING Adhesive General Use a urethane elastomer adhesive in addition to nails as follows Continuously supported flooring 4 mm beads at 300 mm spacing at right angles to run of flooring Intermittently supported flooring 6 mm bead along each joist or batten Nailing General Ensure the boards are in contact with the joists at the time of nailing particularly where boards are machine nailed Skew nail in a uniform pattern If nails are to be less than 10 mm from ends of sheets or boards pre drill nail holes 0 1 mm undersize Sinking Punch nails 3 mm below finished surfaces and fill the sinking flush with a material tinted to match the flooring which is compatible with the floor finish Top nailing For boards more than 65 mm cover width use two nails skewed 10 in opposite directions Platform flooring Installation Lay the length of the sheets at right angles to the supports St
249. gs Components in contact with concrete General Chromate passivate Chromate passivation process Dip in 0 15 0 2 sodium dichromate solution Drilling after completion of hot dip galvanizing Repair Prime drill hole surfaces to AS NZS 3750 9 before the surfaces begin to corrode Coating Threaded fasteners To AS 1214 Structural sections Cold worked items Except for hollow sections anneal to 650 C before galvanizing Hollow sections Provide seal plates with breather holes Surface finish Coating quality Coatings shall be continuous adherent smooth or evenly textured and uniform free from defects detrimental to the end use of the finished article such as lumps blisters gritty areas uncoated spots acids and black spots dross and flux Silicon killed steels Dull grey is acceptable Friction type bolted connections Treat contact surfaces to achieve the required slip factor Contact surface preparation See INGAL Specifier s Manual Volume 2 Section 4 Slip factor test To AS 4100 Appendix J Coating repair Rejection If uncoated surfaces or areas damaged by handling at the galvanizing plant exceed the limits specified for repair in AS NZS 4680 clause 8 reject the galvanizing Extent and methods To AS NZS 4680 clause 8 Preparation for architectural finishes Coarse preparation Remove spikes and ensure edges are free from lumps and runs Light sweep blasting prior to painting Required Maximum zinc
250. hat purpose 2 3 ADHESIVES General Standard To AS 2358 and AS 4992 1 Type General Provide adhesives to the Wall tiling schedule and to the Floor tiling schedule and compatible with the materials and surfaces to be adhered Prohibited uses Do not provide the following combinations Cement based adhesives on wood metal painted or glazed surfaces gypsum based plaster Organic solvent based adhesives on painted surfaces Organic PVC based adhesives and organic natural rubber latex adhesives in damp or wet conditions PVA polyvinyl acetate based adhesives in wet areas or externally 2 4 MORTAR Materials Cement type to AS 3972 GP White cement Iron salts content lt 1 Off white cement Iron salts content lt 2 5 Lime To AS 1672 1 Sand Fine aggregate with a low clay content selected for grading sharp and free from efflorescing salts NATSPEC Apr 08 258 insert date FINISH 0652 CAVALIER BREMWORTH amp ONTERA MODULAR CARPETS Measurement of volume Measure binders and sand by volume using buckets or boxes Do not allow sand to bulk by absorption of water Bedding mortar Proportioning Select proportions from the range 1 3 1 4 cement sand by volume to obtain satisfactory adhesion Provide minimum water Terra cotta tiles Use proprietary polymer modified mortar Mixing To AS 3958 1 Water General To be clean and free from any deleterious matter 2 5 GROUT Type Cement
251. he maintenance of the roofing system including frequency of inspection and recommended methods of access inspection cleaning repair and replacement NATSPEC Jan 06 Amat Oct 08 164 insert date ENCLOSURE 0431b Cladding combined 0431b CLADDING COMBINED 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities General Provide lightweight external wall cladding and associated work which is as follows Satisfies the product performance requirements 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection 1 3 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give sufficient notice so that the framing sarking vapour barrier and insulation may be inspected before they are covered up or concealed 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 SHEET METAL CLADDING General Type Provide a proprietary system of preformed sheet and purpose made accessories Pre painted and organic film metal laminate products To AS NZS 2728 3 EXECUTION 3 1 TOLERANCES Tolerances Conform to the following to the Tolerances table Tolerances table Property Tolerance criteria Permitted deviation mm Spacing of supporting members 5 mm on the nominated support member spacing Vertical or horizontal misalignment at the abutting 2mm ends of cladding 3 2 CONSTRUCTION GENERALLY Substrates or framing Before fixing cladding check and if necessary adjust the alignment of substrates or framing Fixing Nail to timber framing s
252. he following definitions apply Clearance authority Any authority covering statutory requirements relating to the project and requiring clearances for work in that particular area Clearances A formal certificate approval or condition issued by a statutory authority to allow work to be carried out in a particular area Contamination of land The presence of a substance in on or under the land at a concentration above that which is normally found in that locality such that there presents a risk of harm to human health or to the environment Green and organic waste Includes all food wastes vegetative wastes from land clearing and pruning operations biosolids produced from the treatment of liquid wastes garden wastes and forestry waste bark and saw dust and paper and cardboard products Environment The physical factors of the surroundings of human beings including the land waters atmosphere climate sound odours tastes the biological factors of animals and plants and the social factor of aesthetics Environmental audits A review of environment management practices in particular the evaluation of a site for environmental liability Environmental impact assessment A method for predicting environmental impacts of a proposed development including minimising identified impacts Environmental management plan EMP A plan describing the management of the environmental issues and considerations for the activity being underta
253. he temperature of mixes substrates and reinforcement are at the time of application 2 5 C or lt 35 C 6 3 TOLERANCES General Tolerances Conform to the Tolerances table Tolerances table Description Alignment Tolerance Walls and other vertical Vertical 6 mm in 2400 mm structures Reveals sides Vertical 3 mm in 1800 mm Reveals head up to 1800 mm Horizontal 3 mm in 1800 mm Reveals head over 1800 mm Horizontal 5 mm max Reveals piers beams wall stop Square 3 mm max ends and the like up to 300 mm Reveals piers beams wall stop Square 5 mm max ends and the like over 300 mm Radius of corners Round Should not vary by more than 10 over the length of the arris 6 4 COMPLETION Cornices General Accurately cut and mitre corners Match and align ornament Unless required or full lengths are not available do not make butt joints in the length of a cornice Installation Butter edges mitres and joins for the full length of the cornice with adhesive Mechanical fixing If projection across ceiling 2 400 mm provide additional mechanical fixing Fixing centres lt 600 mm Curing General Prevent premature or uneven drying out and protect from the sun and wind Keeping moist If a proprietary curing agent is not used keep the plaster moist as follows Base coats and single coat systems Keep continuously moist for 2 days and allow to dry for 5 days before applying further plas
254. hem over supports Framing Frame and trim where necessary for openings including those required by other trades Accessories and trim General Provide accessories and trim necessary to complete the installation Fasteners Visibility Do not provide visible fixings except in the following locations Inside cupboards and drawer units Inside open units in which case provide proprietary caps to conceal fixings Visible fixings Where fastenings are unavoidable on visible joinery faces sink the heads below the surface and fill the sinking flush with a material compatible with the surface finish In surfaces which are to have clear or tinted finish provide matching wood plugs showing face not end grain In surfaces which are to have melamine finish provide proprietary screws and caps finished to match Fix joinery units to backgrounds as follows Floor mounted units 600 mm centres max Wall mounted units To each nogging and or stud stiffener Fixings Screws with washers into timber or steel framing or masonry anchors Adhesives General Provide adhesives to transmit the loads imposed and to ensure the rigidity of the assembly without causing discolouration of finished surfaces NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 223 linsert date INTERIOR 0551 Joinery Finishin lance aie structure Scribe plinths benchtops splashbacks ends of cupboards kickboards and returns to follow the line of structure Joints Scribe
255. hich are at least the required dimensions except for dimensions qualified by a term such as nominal or out of to which industry standards for finished sizes apply Plywood Interior use generally To AS NZS 2270 Interior use exposed to moisture To AS NZS 2271 Visible surface with a clear finish Veneer quality A Other visible surfaces Veneer quality C or D Non structural glued laminated timber Standard AS 5067 Wet processed fibreboard including hardboard Standard To AS NZS 1859 4 Particleboard Standard To AS NZS 1859 1 Melamine overlaid particleboard Particleboard overlaid on both sides with low pressure melamine Dry processed fibreboard including medium density fibreboard Standard To AS NZS 1859 2 Melamine overlaid medium density fibreboard Medium density fibreboard STD MDF overlaid on both sides with low pressure melamine NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 220 linsert date INTERIOR 0551 Joinery Decorative overlaid wood panels Standard To AS NZS 1859 3 Certification General Brand panels under the authority of a recognised certification program applicable to the product Locate the brand on faces or edges which will be concealed in the works Certification programs Plywood and blockboard Engineered Wood Products Association of Australia EVWPAA Quality Control and Product Certification Scheme Wet processed fibreboard dry processed fibreboard particleboard and decora
256. ial so that joints subject to ingress of water are made watertight Jointing materials Type Provide jointing materials compatible when used together and non staining to concrete in visible locations Bond breaking Provide back up materials for sealants including backing rods which do not adhere to the sealant They may be faced with a non adhering material Foamed materials in compressible fillers Closed cell or impregnated types which do not absorb water NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 06 109 insert date STRUCTURE 0315b Concrete finishes 0315b CONCRETE FINISHES 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities General Provide finishes to formed and unformed concrete surfaces which are as follows Appropriate to the importance visual or physical of the concrete elements Compatible with following trades and finishes 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection Associated worksections Associated worksections Conform to the following Concrete formwork Concrete in situ 1 3 STANDARDS General Formed surfaces To AS 3610 Unformed surfaces To AS 3600 1 4 INTERPRETATIONS Definitions General For the purposes of this worksection the following definition applies Green concrete Concrete which has set but not appreciably hardened 1 5 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give notice so that inspection may be made of the following Evaluation of the finishe
257. ibuted evenly throughout full depth and area 1 test per residential lot per layer Site area lt 500 m At least whichever requires the most tests 1 test per layer per 500 m 1 test per 100 m distributed evenly throughout full depth and area 3 tests per visit Confined operations 1 test per 2 layers per 50 m 1 7 SUBMISSIONS Tests Imported fill Submit certification or test results which establish the compliance of imported fill with the contract NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 56 insert date SITE 0222b Earthwork Compaction Submit certification and or test results in accordance with the specified level of responsibility to AS 3798 Materials General Submit details of materials proposed including the following Sources of imported fill 1 8 TOLERANCES Tolerances Finish Finish the surface to the required level grade and shape within the following tolerances Under building slabs and loadbearing elements 0 25 mm Pavement subgrades 0 40 mm Batters No steeper than the slope shown on the drawings Flatter slopes shall not impact on boundaries or required clearances to buildings pavements or landscaping Other ground surfaces 50 mm provided the area remains free draining and matches adjacent construction where required Provide smoothness as normally produced by a scraper blade 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 FILL MATERIALS Fill material generally General Inorganic non pe
258. ication within 4 hours of abrasive blast cleaning or before surface becomes contaminated otherwise repeat abrasive blasting step Stripe coat welds bolts boltholes and all edges with primer before application of full primer coat nominated in the Protective paint coating systems Prior to application ensure that the surface is free of contaminants including oil grease dirt dust salt and any other deleterious materials that will interfere with coating performance Treatment of on site welding If on site welding is performed adopt the following procedures Remove weld spatter Power tool clean welds to AS 1627 2 Class 2 to remove roughness Remove filings preferably by vacuum or compressed air Prime welds immediately with the nominated primer before contamination can reoccur Ensure that the primer overlaps the sound adjacent coating by between 25 mm and 50 mm Apply intermediate and topcoats over the primed welds to match the surrounding coating system overlapping the sound adjacent coating by between 25 mm and 50 mm 3 4 COATING APPLICATION General General Conform to the Product Data Sheets Painting and coating colour Verify all project finish colours with the retained samples Final surface preparation or coating application Limits If the following climatic substrate conditions are present do not apply coating The relative humidity is above 85 The substrate temperature is less than 3C above the de
259. ict exists between statutory requirements and the documents notify the contract administrator immediately and provide a recommendation to resolve the conflict 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 GENERAL Manufacturers or suppliers recommendations Provide including select if no selection is given transport deliver store handle protect finish adjust and prepare for use manufactured items in accordance with the current written recommendations and instructions of the manufacturer or supplier Proprietary items systems assemblies Assemble install or fix to substrate in accordance with the current written recommendations and instructions of the manufacturer or supplier Project modifications Advise of activities that supplement or are contrary to manufacturer s or suppliers written recommendations and instructions Product certification If products must comply with product certification schemes provide them in accordance with the certification requirements 2 2 TESTS Attendance General Provide attendance on tests where nominated in worksections Testing authorities General Except for site tests have tests carried out by a Registered testing authority and submit test reports Reports Submit copies of test reports including certificates for type tests showing the observations and results of tests and conformance or non conformance with requirements Site tests Use instruments calibrated by authorities accredited by a Regis
260. ide only products which are colour tinted by the manufacturer or supplier Toxic ingredients General Comply with the requirements of Appendix Uniform Paint Standard to the Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons SUSDP 3 EXECUTION 3 1 PREPARATION Standards General To AS NZS 2311 Section 3 Order of work Other trades Before painting complete the work of other trades as far as practicable within the area to be painted except for installation of fittings floor sanding and laying flooring materials Clear finishes Complete clear timber finishes before commencing opaque paint finishes in the same area Protection Fixtures Remove door furniture switch plates light fittings and other fixtures before starting to paint and refix in position undamaged on completion of painting Adjacent surfaces Protect adjacent finished surfaces liable to damage from painting operations Wet paint warning General Place notices conspicuously and do not remove them until paint is dry Repair General Clean off marks paint spots and stains progressively and restore damaged surfaces to their original condition Touch up new damaged decorative paintwork or misses only with the paint batch used in the original application Substrate preparation General Prepare substrates to receive the painting systems Cleaning Clean down the substrate surface Do not cause undue damage to the substrate or damage to or contaminatio
261. ient shade temperature is gt 35 C protect from wind and sun using an evaporative retarder until curing is commenced Immediately after finishing either cover exposed surfaces using an impervious membrane or hessian kept wet until curing begins or apply a curing compound Water curing General If water is used pond or continuously sprinkle in such a way as to not cause damage to the concrete surface for the required curing period 3 8 CONSTRUCTION JOINTS Location General Do not relocate or eliminate construction joints or make construction joints not shown on the drawings If emergency construction joints are made necessary by unforeseen interruptions to the concrete pour submit a report on the action taken Finish at construction joints General Butt join the surfaces of adjoining pours In visually important surfaces make the joint straight and true and free from blemishes impermissible for its surface finish class Joint preparation General Roughen and clean the hardened concrete joint surface Remove loose or soft material free water foreign matter and laitance Dampen the surface just before placing the fresh concrete and coat with a neat cement slurry 3 9 EXPANSION JOINTS Joint filling Joint filling Fill with jointing materials Finish visible jointing material neatly flush with adjoining surfaces Preparation Before filling dry and clean the joint surfaces and prime Watertightness Apply the jointing mater
262. ilable in the required carpet types Sample size Carpet 1 m long x roll width or 1 m wide whichever is less Tiles 4 x tile size Edge strip Submit a 300 mm length of each type Underlay Submit one labelled sample Size At least 600 x 600 mm Penetrations Submit one production carpet sample with a penetration access cut as specified in Laying carpet Accessories Submit one sample of each of the following Carpet gripper Heat bonding tape Bonding adhesive Stitching Submit one sample at least 1 m long of a stitched seam Labelling Carpet classifications Deliver carpet labelled to the classification in Selections 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 GENERAL Critical radiant flux Standard to AS ISO 9239 1 Carpet systems and carpet tiles Conform to the values of critical radiant flux nominated in Selections Smoke development rate Standard To AS ISO 9239 1 NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 264 insert date FINISH 0652b Carpets Floor finishes in non sprinklered buildings 750 percent minutes 2 2 CARPET Tolerances Standard To AS 1385 Batching General Carpet laid in a single area and of a single specified type quality colour and design must come from one manufacturing batch and dye lot Insect resistance Insecticide Provide carpets and underlays composed entirely of materials either inherently resistant to insect attack or treated against insect attack including by moth and carpet beetle
263. imits of proportions by volume Cement Lime Sand Single or multi coat CRS Dense and smooth 1 0 3 systems with concrete and masonry 0 5 45 integral finishing treatments CRM Regular clay or concrete 1 0 5 4 5 Base coats in multi masonry 1 1 6 coat systems with CRW ILightweight concrete 1 1 6 cement or gypsum masonry and other weak 2 9 finishes substrates Second coat CRF Cement render base coats 1 1 6 Internal 1 2 9 Second coat CRF Cement render base coats 1 1 5 External 1 2 6 Mix table Gypsum finish coat by volume Mix type Substrate Upper and lower limits of proportions by volume Gypsum Cement Lime Sand putty Gypsum finish coats GPF Cement render base coats 1 1 5 1 2 NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 243 insert date FINISH 0611 Plastering Mix table Gypsum finish coat by weight Gypsum plaster kg Lime putty kg 17 25 34 50 51 75 Control joint products General To be proprietary products manufactured for use with the plastering system and to accommodate the anticipated movement of the substrates and or the plaster Water General To be clean and free from any deleterious matter 5 2 SPECIALIST PLASTER FINISHES Polymer modified render Basecoat render Proprietary polymer modified cementitious render supplied as a complete plastering system Finish coats Proprietary trowelled on coloured and textured polymer modified finish coats Polished
264. in underlay Ensure joints in underlay do not coincide with carpet joints Do not carry underlay over carpet grippers or edge strips Partition layout Confirm that permanent partitions have been installed before starting carpet laying Fixing underfelt To timber floors Secure underfelt with staples at 100 mm centres at edges and joints in parallel lines 600 mm apart To concrete floors Glue continuously at edges and joints with a 100 mm wide strip to each piece and at 600 mm centres both ways with 150 mm diameter patches Seaming methods Woven carpet Machine or hand sew Do not provide glued taped seams Tufted carpet Seam with hot melt adhesive tape Carpet installation Gripper system To AS NZS 2455 1 clause 3 5 Direct stick system To AS NZS 2455 1 clause 3 6 Double bond system To AS NZS 2455 1 clause 3 7 Pre applied underlay adhesive system To AS NZS 2455 1 clause 3 8 Hook and loop system To AS NZS 2455 1 clause 3 9 Cutting laid carpet Method Where penetrations through laid carpet are necessary for electrical telephone or other outlets cut the carpet either by cross cutting or by cutting rectangular or circular openings Cutting holes in concrete floors Protect the carpet and remove concrete particles and dust on completion Replace the cut carpet over the opening without any signs of fraying or other damage and fix with a peel up adhesive or resew 3 3 LAYING CARPET TILES General Standard To AS NZS 2455
265. including mullions transoms subheads sills subsills louvres infill panel material or fabric beads bearings linkages exposed fixings sealant beads glazing gaskets splice plates trays and cover strips with notes specifying the proposed materials Lubrication requirements for adjustable or operable screens Method of assembly including isometric or axonometric and exploded views of typical framing junctions showing panel to panel joints for modular systems Method of installation including the following Location and magnitude of reactions to be accommodated by the support structure Type and location of fasteners and other attachments to be cast or otherwise built into the building structure Erection tolerances NATSPEC Oct 08 189 insert date ENCLOSURE 0457 External screens Accurate locations and full size details of machined slots keyholes and other penetrations in frame extrusions for lifting and installing the units Junctions and trim to adjoining surfaces Caulking and flashing Locations of visible heads of fasteners Provision for differential vertical or horizontal movements including the following Thermal expansion and contraction Frame deflections Details of motor and operating mechanism enclosures Method of draining the assembly including details showing the following Pressure equalised drained joints Location number and size of weepholes Connection points to rainwater or stormwater
266. including the effectiveness of any remedial action taken Internal monitoring personnel Provide staff member s names and contact details Machinery and equipment Provide details of proposed plant Emergency response Emergency response personnel Provide staff member s names and contact details Weed management personnel Submit details of Subcontractors who will treat weed infestations Chemical handlers qualifications date and spray type 1 4 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give notice so that inspection may be made of the following Enclosures to trees to be retained Trees to be removed 2 EXECUTION 2 1 GENERAL Community liaison General Notify residents about new or changed construction activities which will affect access to or disrupt the use of their properties Notice 5 working days unless the work is of an urgent nature with safety implications Notification content The nature of the work The reason for it being undertaken The expected duration Changes to traffic arrangements and property access The 24 hour contact number of the responsible representative Complaints Report Within 1 working day of receiving a complaint about any environmental issue including pollution submit a written report detailing the complaint and action taken Register Keep a register of all environmental complaints and action taken NATSPEC Oct 07 Amat Apr 08 52 linsert date SITE 0
267. inforcement and concrete with minimum delay 3 3 REINFORCEMENT Tolerances Fabrication and fixing To AS 3600 Dowels Fixing If a dowel has an unpainted half embed this in the concrete placed first Tolerances Alignment 2 mm in 300 mm Location half the diameter of the dowel Grade 250 N Supports General Provide proprietary concrete metal or plastic supports to reinforcement in the form of chairs spacers stools hangers and ties as follows To be adequate to withstand construction and traffic loads With a protective coating if they are ferrous metal extending to the surface of the concrete or are used with galvanized or zinc coated reinforcement Minimum spacing Bars lt 60 diameters Fabric lt 800 mm NATSPEC Apr 07 Amat Oct 08 93 insert date STRUCTURE 0310b Concrete combined Supports over membranes Prevent damage to waterproofing membranes or vapour barriers If appropriate place a metal or plastic plate under each support Projecting reinforcement General If starter or other bars project beyond reinforcement mats or cages through formwork or from cast concrete provide a plastic protective cap to each bar until it is incorporated into subsequent work Tying General Secure the reinforcement against displacement by tying at intersections with either wire ties or clips Bend the ends of wire ties away from nearby faces of forms so that the ties do not project
268. ing 9271 1338 Acoustics Engineer Lloyd Acoustics 9401 7770 1 4 BUILDING THE WORKS Surveys Setting out Contractor to have a licencesed surveyor set out the building works and check existing survey marks Surveyor to provide survey marks as required for setouts required by builder Surveyor to check position of columns retaining walls external walls and check floor levels and verticality of facade columns and vertical elements Check surveys to be carried out by the Contractor prior to the commencement of and dring the period of construction Sufficient markers to be installed on site including but not limited to datums set out points and corner pegs to ensure accurate construction Final survey Contractor to have a licencesed surveyor carry out the final survey when works are substantially complete and near to practical completion and provided to the Architect for distribution amongst consultants as required Survey marks Definition The term survey mark means a survey peg bench mark reference mark signal alignment level mark or any other mark used or intended to be used for the purpose of setting out checking or measuring the work Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC 6 15 01 2009 0142 Preliminaries ABIC SW 1 Care of survey marks Preserve and maintain the owner s survey marks in their true positions Rectification If the owner s survey marks are disturbed or obliter
269. ing Where members are part concrete encased extend the priming 25 mm into the surface to be encased Inaccessible surfaces Where surfaces will be in contact or near contact after fabrication or erection apply the finish and allow it to dry before assembly Shop work Apply the primer coat or protective system to the structural steel before delivery to the site Transport and handling Do not damage the paintwork Site work After erection repair damage to the shop coating and apply coating omitted at site connections 3 5 FIRE PROTECTION COATINGS General General Apply fire protection to structural steelwork in conformance with the Structural Fire protection worksection 3 6 ERECTION Temporary work General Provide all necessary temporary bracing or propping NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 07 128 insert date STRUCTURE 0341b Structural steel Temporary connections If cleats not shown on shop drawings are required submit details Site welds Completion Weld only when correct alignment and preset or camber have been achieved Overhead welding If overhead welding is required submit proposals Foundation bolts General For each group of foundation bolts provide a template with setting out lines clearly marked for positioning the bolts when casting in Grouting at supports Preparation Before grouting steelwork to be supported by concrete masonry and the like set steelwork on packing or wedges Minimum compressi
270. ing angles of incidence NATSPEC Apr 08 283 insert date FINISH 0672 Textured and membrane coatings Levels of gloss finish When the specular direction is 60 degrees a surface with the following specular gloss reading are defined as follows Full gloss finish between 50 and 85 gloss units Semi gloss between 20 and 50 gloss units Low gloss between 5 and 20 gloss units also known as low sheen Flat finish lt 5 gloss units also known as matt Opacity The ability of a paint to obliterate the colour difference of a substrate Adhesion The sum total of forces of attachment between a dry film and its substrate Gloss unit Numerical value for the amount of specular reflection relative to that of a standard surface under the same geometric conditions 1 5 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give notice so that inspection may be made of the following Application stages Completion of substrate preparation After application of prime or seal coats After application of undercoat After application of each subsequent coat 1 6 SUBMISSIONS Textured or membrane coated samples General Submit on representative substrates samples of each coating system showing surface preparation colour gloss level texture and physical properties Coating system General Submit the selected manufacturer s details at least 3 weeks before the paint is required as follows Coating brand name Technical data sheets M
271. ing tread nosing and riser tile Accurately scribe cut and fit to perimeters Close butt seams Vinyl finish Preformed Provide purpose made vinyl stair finish combining riser nosing and tread in the one element Lay each step consecutively with the joint at the bottom of each riser Formed in situ Fit the sheet vinyl to each tread and to the riser above in one piece coved in the angle Accurately scribe cut and fit to stair nosings and perimeters 3 2 CUSTOM BUILT STEEL STAIRS Fabrication Method Welding Joints Produce smooth unbroken surfaces at joints Scribe the joints between posts and rails Make end to end joints over an internal sleeve Bends Make changes of direction in rails by evenly curved pipe bends Free ends Seal the free ends of pipes with fabricated or purpose made end caps Fixing to structure General Provide fabricated predrilled or purpose made brackets or post bases and attach the pipework to the building structure with fixings including bolts into masonry anchors and coach screws or bolts into timber of metal compatible with the pipework Galvanizing General If possible complete fabrication before galvanizing otherwise apply a zinc rich primer to affected joint surfaces 3 3 PROPRIETARY STAIR SYSTEMS General Materials design and construction To AS 1657 Straight flight stair assembly A proprietary system pre assembled and fixed in place comprising the following Stair flights with
272. inholes which remains unbroken at least for the required curing period after application Substrates Do not use wax based or chlorinated rubber based curing compounds on surfaces forming substrates to applied finishes concrete toppings and cement based render Self levelling toppings If used also as curing compounds confirm compliance with AS 3799 Visually important surfaces Apply curing compounds to produce uniform colour on adjacent surfaces Hot weather curing Curing compounds If it is proposed to use curing compounds provide details Protection Select a protection method as applicable NATSPEC Apr 07 Amat Oct 08 96 insert date STRUCTURE 0310b Concrete combined If the concrete temperature exceeds 25 C or if not protected against drying winds protect the concrete using a fog spray application of aliphatic alcohol evaporation retardant If ambient shade temperature is gt 35 C protect from wind and sun using an evaporative retarder until curing is commenced Immediately after finishing either cover exposed surfaces using an impervious membrane or hessian kept wet until curing begins or apply a curing compound Water curing General If water is used pond or continuously sprinkle in such a way as to not cause damage to the concrete surface for the required curing period 3 11 JOINTS Construction joints Location Do not relocate or eliminate construction joints or make construction joints
273. internal and mitre external joints Edge strips Finish exposed edges of sheets with edge strips which match sheet faces Matching For surfaces which are to have clear or tinted finish arrange adjacent pieces to match the grain and colour Hygiene requirements To all food handling areas and voids at the backs of units to all areas seal all carcass junctions with walls and floors and to cable entries with silicone beads for vermin proofing Apply water resistant sealants around all plumbing fixtures and ensure the sealants are fit for purpose Labelling General Permanently mark each unit of furniture with the manufacturer s name on an interior surface 3 2 DELIVERY AND STORAGE General General Deliver joinery units to site in unbroken wrapping or containers and store so that its moisture content is not adversely affected Do not store in areas of wet plaster Keep storage to a minimum by delivering items only when required for installation Back prime surfaces concealed by backgrounds Examine joinery units for completeness and remedy deficiencies Acclimatisation General Acclimatise the joinery items by stacking it in the in service conditions with air circulation to all surfaces after the following construction operations are complete Airconditioning operational Lighting operational Site drainage and stormwater works are complete Space fully enclosed and secure Wet work complete and dry Background Genera
274. ion of timber sources 0655 Timber flooring Requirement GBCA document Mat 3 Re used materials Mat 8 Sustainable timber Mat 3 Document the re use of timber flooring Mat 8 Refer to guidance text on the certification of timber sources 0671 Painting Requirement GBCA document IEQ 4 Daylight IEQ 13 Volatile organic compounds IEQ 4 Document colours that provide the required reference reflectance values IEQ 13 Document low VOC products that meet TVOC Content Limits outlined in Table IEQ 13 2 0701 Mechanical general requirements Requirement GBCA document Man 7 Waste management IEQ 12 Internal noise levels Mat 6 Steel Man 7 Document materials and components to be recovered re used or recycled in the Recovered items for re use in the works schedule Recovered materials for delivery to the principal schedule Demolished material for recycling in the works schedule Demolished material for recycling off site schedule and the Dismantle for relocation schedule IEQ 12 Document upper limits of noise caused by services in the Noise level schedule Mat 6 Document materials and components to be recovered or re used 0702 Mechanical design and install Requirement GBCA document IEQ 1 Ventilation rates Ene 1 Greenhouse gas emissions IEQ 1 Document the percentage improvement of ventilation rates relative to the requirements of AS 1668 2 for 95 of the Nett Lettable Area NLA Ene 1 Document sy
275. ions Depth Joist depth less 25 mm Width gt 25 mm Herringbone strutting dimensions gt 38 x 38 mm Tolerance Floors Construct floors to a tolerance of 5 mm maximum deviation in 3 mm measured under a straight edge placed anywhere on the surface in any direction 3 3 WALL FRAMING Wall framing Bracing material galvanised strip Additional support General Provide additional support in the form of noggings trimmers and studs for fixing lining cladding hardware accessories fixtures and fittings as required Maximum spacing of noggings 1350 mm centres Vermin barriers General Provide vermin barriers as follows Brick veneer barrier Close nail 10 mm steel wire mesh to the underside of the bottom plate of external stud walls extending across the cavity for building into brickwork Damp proof course General Provide damp proof courses under the bottom plate of stud walls built off slabs or masonry dwarf walls as follows External walls not masonry veneer Turn up at least 75 mm on the inside and tack Project 10 mm beyond the external slab edge or dwarf wall and turn down at 45 Walls of bathrooms shower rooms and laundries Turn up at least 150 mm on the wet side and tack to studs Installation Lay in long lengths Lap full width at angles and intersections and at least 150 mm at joints NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 149 linsert date STRUCTURE 0382 Light timber framing Junctions Pr
276. ions proposed to be used for frames sashes louvres and slats Label each sample giving the Series code reference and date of manufacture Submit samples of glazing materials each at least 200 x 200 mm showing documented visual properties and the range of variation if any for each of the following types of glass or glazing plastics Tinted or coloured glass or glazing plastics Surface modified or surface coated glass Patterned or obscured glass or glazing plastics Ceramic coated glass Wired glass Mirror glass NATSPEC Jan 06 Amdt Oct 08 167 linsert date ENCLOSURE 0451b Windows and glazed doors Shop drawings Submit shop drawings showing the following information Full size sections of members Hardware fittings and accessories including fixing details Junctions and trim to adjoining surfaces Layout sectional plan and elevation of the window assembly Lubrication requirements Methods of assembly Methods of installation including fixing caulking and flashing Provision for vertical and horizontal expansion Method of glazing including the following Rebate depth Edge restraint Clearances and tolerances Glazing gaskets and sealant beads Certification Submit an engineers certificate confirming compliance with AS 2047 Subcontractors General Submit names and contact details of proposed manufacturers and installers Have windows and glazed doors installed by their manufactu
277. ire rated elements e g expansion joints and junctions between fire rated elements The Fire stopping systems schedule is not necessarily comprehensive Sequence Fire stop after services have been installed through penetrations and properly spaced and supported after sleeving where appropriate and after removal of temporary lines but before restricting access to the penetrations including before dry lining Ventilation Supply ventilation for non aqueous solvent cured materials Density Apply fire stopping material to uniform density Fire stopping exposed to view Finish surfaces to a uniform and level condition Cable separation Maintain Protection Protect adjacent surfaces from damage arising through installation of fire stopping Protect completed fire stopping from damage arising from other work Loose or damaged fire stopping material Remove and replace Penetrations by pipes and ducts Allow for thermal movement of the pipes and ducts Preventing displacement Reinforce or support fire stopping materials with non combustible materials when The unsupported span of the fire stopping materials gt 100 mm The fire stopping materials are non rigid unless shown to be satisfactory by test Large openings Provide fire stopping capable of supporting the same loads as the surrounding element or provide similar structural support around the opening Preparation Cleaning Clean substrates of dirt dust grease oil loos
278. irrors Screw fixing Fix direct to wall plugs with dome headed chromium plated screws in each corner and at 900 mm maximum centres around perimeter Provide polyethylene sleeves and washers to prevent contact between screw and glass Do not over tension the screws Frame fixing Proprietary aluminium frames to mirror perimeter corners mitred If unbacked bed glass edges in a continuous resilient gasket Attach the frame to the substrate with concealed screw fixings Seal the frame to the substrate with paintable sealant which will not react with the mirror coating Do not allow the sealant to contact the mirror back Bead fixing Rebated timber beads to mirror perimeter corners mitred If unbacked bed glass edges in a continuous resilient gasket Screw fix the beads to the substrate Clip fixing Fix direct to wall plugs with chromium plated fixed clip and spring clip fixings at 900 mm maximum centres around perimeter If unbacked provide polyethylene or cork washers to prevent contact between clips and mirror back 3 4 GLAZED SHOWER SCREENS Water shedding Provide an assembly which sheds water to the inside without retaining it on the frame surfaces Seal the edge of the frame to adjoining surfaces with a resilient strip Sliding assemblies Hanging Hang the sliding sash on stainless steel or nylon sheaves on overhead channel track formed in the frame head and fit nylon or equivalent bottom guides Hardware Pull handles on both sides of
279. ished finish Continue steel trowelling until the concrete surface attains a polished or glossy appearance uniform in texture appearance and free of trowel marks and defects Wood float finish After machine floating use wood or plastic hand floats to produce the final consolidated finish free of float marks and uniform in texture and appearance Broom finish After machine floating and steel trowelling draw a broom or hessian belt across the surface to produce a coarse even textured transverse scored surface Scored or scratch finish After screeding give the surface a coarse scored texture using a stiff brush or rake drawn across the surface before final set Sponge finish After machine floating and steel trowelling produce an even textured sand finish by wiping the surface using a damp sponge NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 07 112 linsert date STRUCTURE 0316 Precast concrete 0316 PRECAST CONCRETE 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities Provide precast concrete elements that are Independently designed and documented Designed for handling transport and erection by a professional engineer Independently certified by a professional engineer for the design and the erected components Undamaged by handling and installation 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection Associated worksections Associated worksections Conform to the following Concrete formwork
280. it linings into bays not larger than 4 2 x 4 2 m or 5 4 x 3 6 m Provide framing parallel to the joint on each side Do not fix the lining to abutting building surfaces External corner joints Make joints over metallic coated steel corner beads Dry joints Provide square edged sheet and finish with a UPVC joining section Control joints Provide purpose made metallic coated control joint beads at lt 7 2 m centres in walls and ceilings and to coincide with structural movement joints Wet areas Provide additional supports flashings trim and sealants as required Joints in tiled areas Bed perforated paper tape in bedding compound Do not apply a topping coat Movement joints Space to suit joints required in tiling NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 213 insert date INTERIOR 0511b Lining Internal corners Reinforce with metallic coated steel angles In corners subject to continuous moisture flash over the angle and under the sheeting with continuous bitumen coated aluminium flashing 6 4 CEILING ACCESS General Location Provide personnel access ways to each separate ceiling space Material Match adjacent ceiling Opening size Maximise the space available within a 600 x 600 mm ceiling grid Types Trimmed personnel access ways Plain cover supported on all sides by timber trim fixed to underside of ceiling Flush personnel access ways Cover fitted with rebated frame and set flush with the surrounding ceiling 6 5 TR
281. ive humidity 2 85 Surface temperature lt 10 C or 2 35 C Priming before fixing General Apply one coat of wood primer 2 coats to end grain to the back of the following before fixing in position External fascia boards Timber door and window frames Bottoms of external doors Associated trims and glazing beads Timber board cladding Spraying General If the paint application is by spraying use conventional or airless equipment which does the following Satisfactorily atomises the paint being applied Does not require the paint to be thinned beyond the maximum amount recommended by the manufacturer Does not introduce oil water or other contaminants into the applied paint Paint with known health hazards Provide masking ventilating and screening facilities generally to the standards set out for spray painting booths AS NZS 4114 1 and AS NZS 4114 2 Sanding Clear finishes Sand the sealer using the finest possible abrasive no coarser than 320 grit and avoid cutting through the colour Take special care with round surfaces and edges Repair of galvanizing General For galvanized surfaces which have been subsequently welded prime the affected area Primer Organic zinc rich coating for the protection of steel to AS NZS 3750 9 Type 2 Tinting General Tint each coat of an opaque coating system so that each has a noticeably different tint from the preceding coat except for top coats in systems
282. ix to support structures plumb to within H 200 where H is the height at the apex Support Support trusses on bottom chord at two points only unless designed for additional support Vertical movement Over internal walls provide at least 10 mm vertical clearance and use bracing methods which allow for vertical movements Holding down and bracing Provide details demonstrating equivalence with AS 1684 requirements Certification Obtain certification from a professional engineer for the erected trusses NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 132 linsert date STRUCTURE 0342 Light steel framing 2 5 ROOF TRIM Fascia valley gutter and barge boards Requirement Supply and fix fascia valley gutter and barge boards in accordance with the manufacturer s requirements 2 6 COMPLETION Cleaning General On completion of framing remove debris from any gaps between members NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 133 insert date STRUCTURE 0344b Steel hot dip galvanized coatings 0344b STEEL HOT DIP GALVANIZED COATINGS 1 GENERAL 1 1 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection Associated worksections Associated worksections Conform to the following Structural steel 1 2 STANDARDS General Coating Comply with the requirements of AS NZS 4680 Durability Conform to the requirements of AS 2309 Metal finishing Methods To AS 1627 Coating mass thickness minima To AS NZS
283. ken This applies to the design construction and operation of the buildings and infrastructure Pollution incident An incident or set of circumstances during or as a consequence of which there is or is likely to be a leak spill or other escape of a substance as a result of which pollution has occurred is occurring or is likely to occur Weed An invasive plant that degrades our natural areas reduces the sustainability or affects the health of people and animals SUBMISSIONS Environmental management plan EMP Submit an Environmental management plan and include the following details Assignment of responsibility for environmental controls Conditions of approvals licences and permits to meet statutory requirements NATSPEC Oct 07 Amat Apr 08 50 linsert date SITE 0221b Site management Details of potential environmental impacts and operational control measures that are to be implemented including Heritage Preservation of visual values Details of environmental protection for each activity Locations of environmental controls and environmentally sensitive areas Communication procedures Emergency response procedures including response time Environmental training plan and procedures Environmental auditing program Other items necessary to protect the surrounding environment Address the phases of activity as appropriate Before construction and site establishment During construction
284. l Damp clean and vacuum background surfaces that will be permanently concealed 3 3 COMPLETION Maintenance manual General Submit manufacturer s published recommendations for service use Cleaning Temporary coatings On or before completion of the works or before joining up to other surfaces remove all traces of temporary coatings used as a means of protection General Remove all dust marks and rubbish from all surfaces and internal spaces Clean and polish all self finished surfaces such as anodised and powdercoated metals sanitaryware glass tiles and laminates NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 224 insert date INTERIOR 0552b Metalwork 0552b METALWORK 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities General Provide metal fixtures that are Undamaged plumb level and straight Free of surface defects or distortions 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection 1 3 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give notice so that inspection may be made of the following Shop fabricated or assembled items ready for delivery to the site Commencement of shop or site welding Site erected assemblies on completion of erection before covering up by cladding and encasing Steel surfaces prepared for and immediately before site applied finishes 1 4 SUBMISSIONS Shop drawings General Submit shop drawings showing the following information Details of fabrication and compone
285. l contractor and contract administrator are not altered by requirements in the documents referenced in this specification Current editions General Use referenced documents which are the editions with amendments current 3 months before the closing date for tenders except where other editions or amendments are required by statutory authorities 1 4 INTERPRETATION Abbreviations General For the purposes of this worksection the abbreviations given below apply AS Australian Standard BCA Building Code of Australia CFC Compressed fibre cement CSIRO CMSE ActivFire Register of Fire Protection Equipment MS Mild steel MSDS Material safety data sheets NATA National Association of Testing Authorities PCA Plumbing Code of Australia SS Stainless steel VOC Volatile organic compound Definitions General For the purposes of this worksection the definitions given below apply Approved Approved reviewed directed rejected endorsed and similar expressions mean approved reviewed directed rejected endorsed in writing by the architect Attendance Attendance provide attendance and similar expressions mean give assistance for examination and testing Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 28 15 01 2009 GENERAL 0171b General requirements Contract administrator Contract administrato
286. lation Installation To AS 3999 and BCA clause J1 2 General Ensure batts or blankets are firmly butted with no gaps except as follows Access holes and vents Do not obstruct Light fittings and metal flues Leave a 25 mm gap Electrical cables Ensure 5 mm of free air movement Sarking membrane Standard To AS NZS 4200 2 3 2 FLOOR INSULATION Bulk installation Product type Fibre batts Batts Fit tightly between framing members If support is not otherwise provided staple nylon twine to the framing and stretch tight Reflective sarking membrane Fixing Install as follows To timber Proprietary fixings or metallic coated clouts or staples at 300 mm maximum centres To steel Tek screw with either 20 mm diameter washers or fixed through hardboard strips Overlap minimum 150 mm and adhesive tape fix Support mesh 300 x 150 mm mesh size of 2 mm wire gauge to AS 1639 3 3 WALL INSULATION Bulk installation Product type Polyester Batts or Certified panel system eg multi board Additioanl R Value to be minimum R1 2 Batts Friction fit between framing members If support is not otherwise provided staple nylon twine to the framing and stretch tight Retrofit masonry walls internal face Product type Rigid cellular extruded sheets Preparation Ensure substrates have Any deposit or finish which may impair adhesion cleaned off Excessive projections hacked off and voids and hollows filled with plaster
287. lazing Minimum dimensional requirements mm External timber framed glazing Glaze with putty 3 3 COMPLETION Trade clean Method Clean with soft clean cloths and clean water finishing with a clean squeegee Do not use abrasive or alkaline materials Extent All frames and glass surfaces inside and out Warranties General Submit a warranty signed by the glazing subcontractor undertaking to repair or replace glass and glazing materials which within the warranty period become defective or prove unsuitable for the specified application provided that the manufacturers recommendations for the maintenance of the material have been followed during the warranty period Glass manufacturer s warranty An undertaking conditional only on compliance with the manufacturer s recommendation for installation and maintenance to supply replacement glass units to the site for replacement of defective units defined as follows IGU units Units in which the hermetic seal has failed as evidenced by intrusion of foreign matter or internal condensation at temperature above 2 C Coated glass units including coated SIG units Units in which the metallic coating shows evidence of manufacturing defects including but not necessarily limited to cracking or peeling as determined in accordance with ASTM C1048 NATSPEC Jan 06 Amdt Oct 08 198 insert date ENCLOSURE 0461b Glazing Toughened glass warranty The manufacturer s warra
288. ld formed proprietary lintels Designed to AS NZS 4600 Corrosion protection To AS NZS 2699 3 Galvanizing Do not cut after galvanizing Wall ties Standard To AS NZS 2699 1 Type complete delete Corrosive resistance and durability In conformance with the Corrosion resistance and durability table Strength classification Masonry veneer Light duty Normal cavity construction and at abutments Medium duty Cavities gt 60 and lt 200 mm wide Heavy duty Corrosion resistance and durability Compliance Conform to the Corrosion resistance and durability table s or provide proprietary products with metallic and or organic coatings of equivalent corrosion resistance and as follows Built in products Below damp proof course to be stainless steel 316 or engineered polymer Bricks and blocks Below damp proof course and in external leaves in the High corrosivity category use Exposure grade to AS NZS 4455 1 Table 2 3 or AS NZS 4455 3 Table 2 4 Salt attack resistance grade Mortar Below damp proof course use mortar grade M4 to the Mortar mix table Corrosion resistance and durability table Low corrosivity category Situation Steel lintels Wall ties connectors and Minimum cement other structural steel content mortar accessories above damp grade above damp proof course proof course Internal Galvanize after Galvanize after fabrication M2 fabrication 300 g m 300 g m Metallic coa
289. lded box frame sections mitred staked and screwed at corners and shutter blades Fixed shutter blades Requirement Fix shutter blades to the frames with concealed fixings Adjustable shutter blades Requirement Provide adjustable shutter blades to the frames complete with operating bar or mechanism that rotates individual blades to the same angle and constrains them in the desired position Hinged shutters Requirement Hinge shutters at the top or side Provide a latch or lock on the frame opposite the hinge side Sliding shutters Requirement Provide matching aluminium head guide sill runner and frame stile sections Hardware Nylon slide runners and finger pull handle Provide pile strip closers against sash where necessary to close gaps 3 EXECUTION 3 1 FABRICATION Aluminium fabrication and construction Standard To AS NZS 1664 1 or AS NZS 1664 2 Fasteners Requirement Provide fasteners of sufficient strength and quality to perform their required function Joints Requirement Make accurately fitted tight joints by methods such that neither fasteners nor fixing devices such as pressure indentations are visible on exposed faces Where heads of fasteners are unavoidably visible finish them to match the adjacent finished surface Protection Corrosion protection Provide protection against corrosion which may be caused in metals by products or processes normally employed on a building site or by normal atmospheric or
290. le watertight finish High build low profile latex coating A water based coating designed to be used over textured coatings to elevate the exposure performance of the paint system Non aggregate textured latex coating A latex coating selected for aesthetic purposes to provide decorative profiles according to the application technique used Aggregate filled textured latex coating An aggregate filled medium to high profile textured coating selected for aesthetic purposes to provide maximum relief from underlying surface irregularities according to the application technique used Paint or coating system A product in liquid form which when applied to a surface forms a dry film having protective decorative or other specific technical properties Sealer A product used to seal substrates to prevent Materials from bleeding through to the surface Reaction of the substrate with incompatible top coats Undue absorption of the following coat into the substrate Primer prime coat The first coat of a coating system that helps bind subsequent coats to the substrate and which may inhibit its deterioration Undercoat An intermediate coat formulated to prepare a primed surface or other prepared surface for the finishing coat Finish coat The final coat of a coating system Gloss The optical property of a surface characterised by its ability to reflect light specularly Sheen Gloss which is observed on an apparently matt surface at glanc
291. lerances General Maximum deviation from correct positions Anchor bolt groups for structural steel To AS 4100 Cores and embedded items generally 10 mm Other fixing bolts 3 mm 3 4 PLACING AND COMPACTION Compaction Methods Use immersion and screed vibrators accompanied by hand methods as appropriate to remove entrapped air and to fully compact the mix Vibrators Do not allow vibrators to come into contact with set concrete reinforcement or items including pipes and conduits embedded in concrete Do not use vibrators to move concrete along the forms Avoid over vibration that may cause segregation Horizontal transport General Use suitable conveyors clean chutes troughs or pipes Placing General Use placing methods which avoid segregation and loss of concrete and which minimise plastic settlement Maintain a generally vertical and plastic concrete edge at faces during placement Layers Place concrete in layers maximum 300 mm thick such that each succeeding layer is compacted before previous layer has taken initial set Compact into previous layer Placing records General Keep on site and make available for inspection a log book recording each placement of concrete including the following Date Specified grade and source of concrete Slump measurements The portion of work Volume placed Rain General During placement and prior to setting do not expose concrete to rain Protection Protect
292. less steel Certification of welders To AS 1796 Riveting General Riveting may be used only to join stainless steel sheet or strip less than 1 mm thick Drill not punch the rivet hole and drive the rivet cold On completion clean and passivate the riveted assembly Soldering General Do not solder stainless steel 3 4 METAL FIXTURES General General Provide metal fixtures noted on drawings as follows Components and their location indicative construction details scribes and trims materials dimensions and thicknesses and finishes shall be as detailed All dimensions noted on drawings shall be confirmed on site Finishes selections are noted in a Finishes schedule on the drawings Hardware and equipment 3 5 CORNER GUARDS Guards General Where salient corners of the structure are required to be protected from mechanical damage provide metal corner guards as follows Consisting of rolled angle sections or sections fabricated from metal sheet bent to the radius or angle of the corner Fitting close to adjoining surface finishes Solidly grouted up at the back as necessary to eliminate voids Securely fixed by a method which does not cause distortion in the guard surface and consists of either concealed built in lugs or flush countersunk head fixings into masonry anchors 3 6 COMPLETION Maintenance manual General Submit manufacturer s published recommendations for service use Cleaning Temp
293. lies Identification Label each panel with a legible non permanent mark self destroying when removed stating and certifying the Rw rating and identifying the testing authority Remove when directed 3 EXECUTION 3 1 GLASS PROCESSING General Processing Perform required processes on glass including cutting obscuring silvering and bending Form necessary holes including for fixings equipment access holes and speaking holes Process exposed glass edges to a finish not inferior to ground arrised 3 2 INSTALLATION Glazing General Install the glass so that Each piece is held firmly in place by permanent means which enable it to withstand the normal loadings and ambient conditions at its location without distortion or damage to glass and glazing materials Building movements are not transferred to the glass External glazing is watertight and airtight Temporary marking Use a method which does not harm the glass Remove marking on completion Toughened glass Do not cut work or permanently mark after toughening Use installation methods which prevent the glass making direct contact with metals or other non resilient materials Heat absorbing glass In locations exposed to direct sunlight provide wheel cut edges free from damage or blemishes with minimum feather Preglazing Window assemblies and glazed doors Supply inclusive of glazing shop preglazed Curtain walls Supply inclusive of glazing shop preglazed Site g
294. ling joins sanitary fixtures and at corners of walls in showers 3 4 SETTING OUT Tile joints Joint widths Set out tiles to give uniform joint widths within the following limits Floors Dry pressed tiles 3 mm Extruded tiles 6 mm Vitrified 3 to 5 mm Quarry tiles 6 to 12 mm Chemical resistant epoxy jointed tiling 5 to 6 mm Large and or irregular floor tiles 6 to 12 mm Mounted mosaics To match mounting pattern Walls Dry pressed tile 1 5 mm Extruded tile 6 mm NATSPEC Apr 08 260 insert date FINISH 0652 CAVALIER BREMWORTH amp ONTERA MODULAR CARPETS Joint alignment Set out tiling with joints accurately aligned in both directions and wall tiling joints level and plumb Joint position Set out tiles from the centre of the floor or wall to be tiled and if possible ensure cut tiles are a half tile or larger Margins General Provide whole or purpose made tiles at margins where practicable otherwise set out to give equal margins of cut tiles If margins less than half tile width are unavoidable locate the cut tiles where they are least conspicuous Fixtures General If possible position tiles so that holes for fixtures and other penetrations occur at the intersection of horizontal and vertical joints or on the centre lines of tiles Continue tiling fully behind fixtures which are not built in to the tiling surface Before tiling ensure that fixtures interrupting the tile surfaces are accurate
295. lockwork 28 days Toppings on slabs and rendering on brick or blockwork A further 21 days Rendering on swimming pool shell A further 28 days minimum 3 2 PREPARATION Standard Preparation To AS 3958 1 section 4 Ambient temperature General If the ambient temperature is lt 5 or gt 35 C do not lay tiles Substrates without wet area membranes General Ensure substrates are as follows Clean and free of any deposit or finish which may impair adhesion or location of tiles If framed or discontinuous support members are in full lengths without splicing If solid or continuous NATSPEC Apr 08 259 insert date FINISH 0652 CAVALIER BREMWORTH amp ONTERA MODULAR CARPETS Excessive projections are removed Voids and hollows gt 10 mm with abrupt edges are filled with a cement sand mix not stronger than the substrate nor weaker than the bedding Depressions lt 10 mm are filled with a latex modified cementitious product with feathering eliminated by scabbling the edges Absorbent substrates If suction is excessive control it by dampening but avoid over wetting and do not apply mortar bedding to substrates showing surface moisture Dense concrete If not sufficiently rough to provide a mechanical key roughen by scabbling or the like to remove 3 mm of the surface and expose the aggregate then apply a bonding treatment Substrates with wet area membranes General Ensure substrates are as follows Cl
296. louring cement toppings Integral pigment proportion lt 10 by mass of cement Concrete Standard To AS 1379 Topping not reinforced Class Normal Reinforced topping Conform to the Reinforced topping table Reinforced topping table 248 NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 insert date FINISH 0612b Cementitious toppings Exposure location Strength grade Cover to reinforcement Internal External gt 50 km N25 20 mm inland and non industrial and non tropical External gt 50 km inland and N32 30 mm tropical External near coastal gt 1km lt 50 km External coastal lt 1 km but not in N40 35 mm the splash zone Reinforcement Standard To AS NZS 4671 Mesh sizes for joint spacing as follows SL 42 Up to 3 m internal 2 m external SL 62 Up to 6 m internal 4 m external Curing products General To be proprietary products manufactured for use with cement based toppings and with the floor finish to be laid on the toppings Mixes General Provide topping as follows or select mix proportions to the Mixes table Air entrainment lt 3 Nominal coarse aggregate size lt 0 3 x topping thickness Slump 80 mm Standard strength grade N25 Water quantity Use the minimum necessary to achieve full compaction and prevent excessive water being brought to the surface during compaction Mixes table Mix type Thickness mm Upper and lower limits of pr
297. ls Make separate test panels for surface finish colour or both in conformance with the Prototypes schedule NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 07 114 linsert date STRUCTURE 0316 Precast concrete 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 PRECAST UNITS Colour General Provide details of how selected colour will be achieved including details of the type and colour of the cement sand and aggregates as well as colouring oxide pigments to be used Stockpile Stockpile sand cement and aggregates proposed to be used if required for uniform consistent colour Marking Identification Identify units by marks which are as follows Remain legible until after the unit has been fixed in place Are not visible in the completed structure Show the date of casting Show the correct orientation of the unit On other than units manufactured as a standard product indicate the locations within the structure in accordance with the marking plan Show the weight of the unit Surfaces bonded to in situ concrete Surfaces bonded to concrete Fully scabble and roughen all surfaces required to bond with in situ concrete to achieve a shear plane surface coefficient in accordance with Table 8 4 4 of AS 3600 Tolerances General During manufacture restrict the variation from documented dimensions of a precast member to limits defined in Chapter 4 Tolerances of CIA 248 Fixings and embedded items in precast units To AS 3610 Lifting devices and bracing inser
298. lular core and intermediate rail core flush doors Provide a subframe of 25 mm minimum width timber around openings for louvres and glazing Provide additional material to take hardware fastenings and grooves Cut outs If openings are required in flush doors e g for louvres or glazing make the cut outs not closer than the width of the styles at the edges of the doors Solid core Solid flush doors as follows Flush door with blockboard Core plate of timber strips laid edge to edge fully bonded to each other and to facings each side of no less than two sheets of timber veneer Single thickness of moisture resistant general purpose medium density fibreboard Smoke doors Solid core gt 35 mm thick Construction Adhesives Internal To AS NZS 2270 External To AS NZS 2271 Door thickness General 35 mm External doors and doors over 900 mm wide 40 mm Edge strips Fix to stiles Minimum thickness 10 mm Increase overall thickness to gt 15 mm to accommodate the full depth of the rebate in rebated doors Form rebates to suit standard rebated hardware Bevel square edged doors as necessary to prevent binding between the leaves Louvre grilles Construct by inserting the louvre blades into a louvre frame and fix the frame into the door Double doors Rebated meeting stiles Provide rebated meeting stiles or fix equivalent metal T stop to one leaf unless the doors are double acting Chamfer square edg
299. ly positioned in their designed or optimum locations relative to the tile layout 3 5 FALLS AND LEVELS Grading General Grade floor tiling to even and correct falls to floor wastes and elsewhere as required Make level junctions with walls Where falls are not required lay level Fall general 1 100 minimum Fall in shower areas 1 60 minimum Change of finish Maintain finished floor level across changes of floor finish including carpet 3 6 BEDDING Standard Cement mortar To AS 3958 1 clause 5 5 Adhesive To AS 3958 1 clause 5 6 Preparation of tiles Adhesive bedding Fix tiles dry do not soak Mortar bedding Soak porous tiles in water for half an hour and then drain until the surface water has disappeared Terra cotta tiles Use pre sealed tiles or apply a breathable sealer and lay dry If a final sealed finish is selected use a compatible laying sealer Bedding General Use bedding methods and materials which are appropriate to the tile the substrate the conditions of service and which leave the tile firmly and solidly bedded in the bedding material and adhered to the substrate Form falls integral with the substrate Thin adhesive beds General Provide only if the substrate deviation is less than 3 mm when tested with a 3 m straight edge Cover the entire tile back with adhesive when the tile is bedded Thickness 1 5 3 mm Thick adhesive beds General Provide on substrates with deviations up to 6 mm when
300. m all other cases Message LOW CLEARANCE 2 2 m Letter size As prescribed AS 2890 1 clause 4 3 4 a Sign type RTA standard Compliance AS 2890 1 clause 4 3 4 Regulatory carpark signs Stop and Give Way Position As required for traffic control Message Graphic nominated AS 2890 1 clause 4 3 4 b Letter size Sign type RTA standard Compliance AS 2890 1 clause 4 3 4 Regulatory carpark signs Speed limit Position As required for traffic control Message Graphic nominated AS 2890 1 clause 4 3 4 c Letter size Sign type RTA standard Compliance AS 2890 1 clause 4 3 4 Regulatory carpark signs Hump warning Position As required for traffic control Message Graphic nominated AS 2890 1 clause 4 3 4 d Letter size NATSPEC Apr 05 Amdt Apr 08 237 linsert date INTERIOR 0581b Signs and display Sign type RTA standard Compliance AS 2890 1 clause 4 3 4 Regulatory carpark signs Steep grade warning Position As required for traffic control Message Graphic nominated AS 2890 1 clause 4 3 4 e Letter size Sign type RTA standard Compliance AS 2890 1 clause 4 3 4 Disabled access Position As nominated BCA D3 3 and AS 1428 1 clause 14 5 1 To each Sanitary facility Accessible entrance Accessible lift s Path of travel to accessible facilities Message International symbols to
301. m finish After machine floating and steel trowelling draw a broom or hessian belt across the surface to produce a coarse even textured transverse scored surface Scored or scratch finish After screeding give the surface a coarse scored texture using a stiff brush or rake drawn across the surface before final set Sponge finish After machine floating and steel trowelling obtain an even textured sand finish by wiping the surface using a damp sponge 3 14 PRECAST UNITS Handlin Lifting if or support units only at designated or other approved points Use handling methods which do not overstress warp or damage the units Attachments Remove temporary attachments after erection Seal or otherwise make good residual recesses Installation Fixing Fix the units securely and accurately in their final positions Ancillaries Provide components and materials including fasteners braces shims jointing strips sealant flashings grout and mortar necessary for the installation of the units Protection General Protect the units against staining discolouration and other damage until they are installed in their final location 3 15 COMPLETION Formwork removal Extent Remove formwork other than steel reinforcement decking including formwork in concealed locations but excepting lost formwork Timing Do not disturb forms until concrete is hardened enough to withstand formwork movements and removal without damage Stripping NAT
302. ment 0713 Cooling towers Requirement GBCA document IEQ 12 Internal noise levels Ene 1 Greenhouse gas emissions Wat 4 Heat rejection water IEQ 12 Document upper limits of noise caused by cooling towers in the Cooling tower schedule Ene 1 Document systems that contribute to reducing the building s greenhouse gas emissions to levels below the Conditional Requirement Wat 4 Document non water based heat rejection systems or measures to reduce potable water use by cooling towers 0714 Mechanical pumps Requirement GBCA document IEQ 12 Internal noise levels Ene 1 Greenhouse gas emissions IEQ 12 Document upper limits of noise caused by pumps in the Pump schedule Ene 1 Document systems that contribute to reducing the building s greenhouse gas emissions to levels below the Conditional Requirement 0715 Tanks and vessels Requirement GBCA document Ene 1 Greenhouse gas emissions Ene 1 Document systems that contribute to reducing the building s greenhouse gas emissions to levels below the Conditional Requirement 0721 Packaged airconditioning Requirement GBCA document IEQ 12 Internal noise levels Ene 1 Greenhouse gas emissions Emi 1 Refrigerant ODP Emi 2 Refrigerant GWP Emi 4 Insulant ODP Emi 8 Legionella IEQ 12 Document upper limits of noise caused by airconditioning units in Air cooled packaged equipment schedule and DX computer room airconditioning unit schedule
303. minium stainless steel or PVC assembled around safety glass to form fixed panels and sliding hinged or pivoted doors Shower screen systems General Conform to SELECTIONS 2 4 GLASS BALUSTRADES Glass balustrade systems General Conform to SELECTIONS 3 EXECUTION 3 1 GLASS PROCESSING General Processing Perform required processes on glass including cutting obscuring silvering and bending Form necessary holes including for fixings equipment access holes and speaking holes Process exposed glass edges to a finish not inferior to ground arrised 3 2 INSTALLATION General General Install the glass so that Each piece is held firmly in place by permanent means which enable it to withstand the normal loadings and ambient conditions at its location without distortion or damage to glass and glazing materials Building movements are not transferred to the glass Temporary marking Use a method which does not harm the glass Remove marking on completion NATSPEC Jan 06 Amdt Oct 08 202 insert date ENCLOSURE 0467 Glass components Toughened glass Do not cut work or permanently mark after toughening Use installation methods which prevent the glass making direct contact with metals or other non resilient materials Frameless installations Join the vertical edges of adjacent glass panels with silicone jointing compound 3 3 FIXING MIRRORS Vinyl backed Grade A Safety mirrors and solid backed annealed glass m
304. n Structural steelwork including bolts and shelf angles in position 1 4 TOLERANCES Masonry construction Conformance Conform to AS 3700 Table 11 1 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 MATERIALS Bricks and blocks Standard To AS NZS 4455 1 and AS NZS 4455 3 Minimum age of clay bricks 7 days Mortar materials Admixtures Admixtures To AS 3700 clause 10 4 2 4 Lime To AS 1672 1 Portland cement To AS 3972 Type GP Masonry cement To AS 1316 Proportions Conform to the Mortar mix table Sand To be fine aggregate with low clay content and free from efflorescing salts selected for colour and grading Water To be clean and free from any deleterious matter White cement To have iron salts content lt 1 Pigment To BS EN 12878 and as follows Quantity Less than 10 of the mass of cement in the mix NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 120 linsert date STRUCTURE 0331b Brick and block construction For light colours Use off white cement in the mix Mortar mix table Mortar class Cement lime sand ratios by volume Water thickener to AS 3700 Clay Concrete Calcium silicate Masonry cement M3 1 0 4 1 0 4 n a No M4 1 0 3 n a n a No Portland cement M2 1 2 9 n a n a No M3 1 1 6 1 1 6 n a Optional 1 0 5 1 0 5 1 0 5 Yes M4 1 0 5 4 5 1 0 5 4 5 n a Optional 1 0 4 1 0 4 1 0 4 Yes 2 2 COMPONENTS Steel lintels Angles and flats To AS NZS 3679 1 Co
305. n of the surroundings Filling Fill cracks and holes with fillers sealants putties or grouting cements as appropriate for the finishing system and substrate and sand smooth Clear finish Provide filler tinted to match the substrate Clear timber finish systems Prepare the surface so that its attributes will show through the clear finish without blemishes by methods which may involve the following Removal of bruises Removal of discolourations including staining by oil grease and nailheads Bleaching where necessary to match the timber colour sample Puttying Fine sanding last abrasive no coarser than 220 grit to show no scratches across the grain 3 2 PAINTING Standard General To AS NZS 2311 Section 6 Light levels General 2400 lux NATSPEC Apr 07 Amat Apr 08 280 insert date FINISH 0671b Painting Drying General Use a moisture meter to demonstrate that the moisture content of the substrate is at or below the recommended maximum level for the type of paint and the substrate material Paint application General Apply the first coat immediately after substrate preparation and before contamination of the substrate can occur Apply subsequent coats after the manufacturer s recommended drying period has elapsed Painting conditions General Do not paint in dusty conditions or otherwise unsuitable weather as follows unless the paint is suitable and recommended for such conditions Relat
306. nd hatches Protection Temporary coating On or before completion of the works or before joining up to other surfaces remove all traces of temporary coatings used as a means of protection NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 180 insert date ENCLOSURE 0455 Door hardware 0455 DOOR HARDWARE 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities General Provide door hardware in conformance with Selections Handing Before supply verify on site the correct handing of hardware items Hardware specified generically Provide hardware of sufficient strength and quality to perform its function appropriate to the intended conditions of use suitable for use with associated hardware and fabricated with fixed parts firmly joined Operation Ensure working parts are accurately fitted to smooth close bearings without binding or sticking free from rattle or excessive play lubricated where appropriate Supply Delivery Deliver door hardware items ready for installation in individual complete sets for each door as follows Clearly labelled to show the intended location In a separate dust and moisture proof package Including the necessary templates fixings and fixing instructions 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection 1 3 INTERPRETATIONS Abbreviations General To AS 4145 1 Appendix D Definitions Glossary of terms To AS 4145 1 Section 2 Lock functions To AS 4145 1 Appendix E
307. nd members at 250 mm maximum intervals Twist ends twice and cut off neatly Cable wire Tension cable wire s to support chainwire after at least 24 hour curing of concrete footings Footing type Concrete Footing size Intermediate and end posts 225 mm diameter x 600 mm depth Corner posts and gate 225 mm diameter x 900 mm depth Bracing Internal partitions If at least each alternate point is fixed to the overhead structure bracing is not required Post and rail barriers 66 NATSPEC Apr 08 insert date SITE 0242b Landscape fences and barriers Rails Connect rail s to posts using bolted split pipe fittings and purpose made caps and brackets with rail apertures Continuous rail type fences Join the rails together in long lengths using purpose made sleeves or socketed connections and pass them through the apertures of caps and brackets on intermediate posts Railless barriers Struts Provide struts at ends corners and gates Security barriers Security fencing Strain barbed wire between post extensions Gates Frame tubes 33 7 mm diameter 2 mm wall thickness Chainwire Match fence Maximum width 3600 mm 67 NATSPEC Apr 08 linsert date SITE 0250b Landscape gardening 0250b LANDSCAPE GARDENING 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities General Provide plants that have been grown to a standard that allows them to establish rapidly and grow to maturity Maintenan
308. ner joints Make joints over metallic coated steel corner beads Dry joints Provide square edged sheet and finish with a UPVC joining section Control joints Provide purpose made metallic coated control joint beads at lt 7 2 m centres in walls and ceilings and to coincide with structural movement joints Wet areas Provide additional supports flashings trim and sealants as required 3 5 ACCESS PANELS Finish General Match the access panels to the ceiling in appearance and performance Identification General Provide each access panel with an identification mark Non demountable ceilings General Provide access panels supported and anchored to permit ready removal and refixing Reinforcement General Reinforce the back of the access panel to prevent warping and facilitate handling 3 6 TRIM General General Provide trim such as beads mouldings and stops to make neat junctions between lining components finishes and adjacent surfaces Control joints Location Provide for control joints in sheet finishes where required by the Lining worksection Where possible position joints to intersect lighting fixtures vents or air diffusers Type Form movement joints with purpose made control joint beads Plasterboard cornices Fixing Adhesive fix with the supplier s cornice cement Pin in place at cornice edges until adhesive sets remove pins and fill holes Fibrous plaster cornices and roses Accessible ceiling spaces Pin or prop
309. ng contact vibrations between structure and ceiling Bracing General Provide bracing to prevent lateral movement and to resist the imposed horizontal seismic force Bulkheads General Construct bulkheads and other similar ceiling formations as an integral part of the ceiling structure Brace bulkheads to prevent lateral movement If the ceiling is terminated at a bulkhead provide for seismic requirements External suspended soffits General Support external suspended soffits on rigid members capable of carrying the imposed loads Install members to minimise any eccentricity and ensure that the upward and downward wind loads are carried through to the supporting structure Fasteners General Install fasteners so that they are not visible in the finished ceiling Do not use screw fasteners in materials supporting hangers less than 3 mm thick NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 216 insert date INTERIOR 0531b Suspended ceilings combined Movement joints Abutments Install the ceiling to allow for differential movement at abutting surfaces Alignment Install the ceiling with control joints to correspond in location and direction to those in the structural frame Do not bridge any control joint in the structural frame Prefinishes General Repair damaged prefinishes by recoating Curtain recesses General Provide curtain recesses including Lining Curtain track support Accommodation for motors and cabling 3 2
310. ng elements Shape to assist drainage Remove materials which will inhibit or prevent satisfactory placement of fill layers loose material debris and organic matter Compact the ground exposed after stripping or excavation in conformance with the Compaction schedule 3 8 PLACING FILL General Layers Place fill in near horizontal layers of uniform thickness deposited systematically across the fill area Extent Place and compact fill to the designated dimensions levels grades and cross sections so that the surface is always self draining Edges At junctions of fill and existing surfaces do not feather the edges Mix Place fill in a uniform mixture Previous fill Before placing subsequent fill layers ensure that previously accepted layers still conform to requirements including moisture content Protection Protect the works from damage due to compaction operations Where necessary limit the size of compaction equipment or compact by hand Commence compacting each layer at the structure and proceed away from it Protective covering Do not disturb or damage the protective covering of membranes during backfilling 3 9 PLACING TOPSOIL Stockpiled topsoil Cultivation Rip to a depth of 100 mm or to the depth of rippable subgrade if less Cultivate around services and tree roots by hand Trim to allow for the required topsoil depth Herbicide Apply before placing topsoil Placing Spread and grade evenly NATSPEC Apr 05
311. ning After application of each clear finishing coat 1 6 SUBMISSIONS Samples General Submit samples of the coating system illustrating the finished effect on the selected floor surface Product conformity General Submit current assessments of conformity as follows Declaration of conformity by an AS ISO 9001 quality management system certified supplier to the requirements of Appendix Uniform Paint Standard to the Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons Application of coating systems General Submit proposals 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 ABRASIVES Grades General Select abrasives in accordance with the Abrasives table Abrasives table Floor hardness Basic sanding Finish sanding Sanding between Initial cuts Final sand finish coats of coating system Hard F24 to F30 F40 to F60 F80 to F120 F150 or finer Mild F36 to F40 F60 to F80 F100 to F120 F150 or finer Soft F60 to F80 F80 to F100 if F120 F150 or finer necessary Scratching If scratching persists during the final sanding re sand with a finer grade of abrasive 2 2 FINISH Filler General Non oil based and compatible with the coating system Coating system Type Provide the coating system nominated in Selections Quality Provide premium quality lines Combinations Do not combine clear finishes from different manufacturers in a coating system Provide only the combinations of filler stain and sealer recommended
312. ning MIO and Aluminium pigment conforming to AS NZS 3750 19 Type 2 50 um Alkyd MIO finish Conforming to AS NZS 3750 12 External non decorative conforming to AS NZS 2312 ALK2 75 um Alkyd zinc phosphate containing MIO and Aluminium pigment conforming to AS NZS 3750 19 Type 2 Nil nil 140 NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 insert date STRUCTURE 0345b Steel protective paint coatings Location Primer Second Coat Third Coat External decorative conforming to AS NZS 2312 ALK6 75 um Alkyd zinc phosphate containing MIO and Aluminium pigment conforming to AS NZS 3750 19 type 2 40 um Alkyd MIO finish Conforming to AS NZS 3750 12 40 um Alkyd MIO finish Conforming to AS NZS 3750 12 Micaceous Iron Oxide AS NZS 2312 Category C D and E Location Interior non decorative Primer 75 um Zinc rich epoxy conforming to AS NZS 3750 9 Type 2 Second Coat nil Third Coat nil Internal decorative 75 um Zinc rich epoxy conforming to AS NZS 3750 9 Type 2 75 um Epoxy MIO Conforming to AS NZS 3750 14 nil External non decorative conforming to AS NZS 2312 EHB4 75 um Zinc rich epoxy conforming to AS NZS 3750 9 Type 2 200 um High Build Epoxy MIO Conforming to AS NZS 3750 14 nil External decorative conforming to 75 um Zinc rich epoxy conforming to 125 um Epoxy MIO Conforming to 125 um
313. nized wire lt 150 mm Do not stop edges of sheets at corners but bend around On solid substrates Space the lath 5 mm or more clear of the substrate Support spacing lt 400 mm 6 2 APPLICATION Plastering Base coats Scratch comb each base coat in two directions when it has stiffened Metal lath Press the plaster through the apertures of expanded metal lath and wings of beads Finishing treatments Plain Bag To be a finish mainly free from sand by rubbing the finish coat with a Hessian pad when it has set firm Carborundum stone To be a smooth finish free from sand by rubbing the finish coat with a fine carborundum stone when it has set hard Foam float To be an even surface by a wood or plastic floating the finish coat on application and finishing with a foam float to a fine sand textured finish Steel trowel To be a smooth dense surface by steel trowelling which is not glass like and is free from shrinkage cracks and crazing Wood or plastic float To be an even surface by wood or plastic floating the finish coat on application Incidental work General Return plaster into reveals beads sills recesses and niches Plaster faces ends and soffits of projections in the substrate such as string courses sills pilasters and corbels Run throating on soffits of external projections neatly finished Trim around openings Plaster exposed inside of built in cupboards Joining up General If joining up is r
314. nnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn nunna nnnnnnnnnnnn nnmnnn n nnnnn nnmnnn n nnana nnmnnn nnana nna 287 Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC 3 15 01 2009 0142 Preliminaries ABIC SW 1 0142 PRELIMINARIES ABIC SW 1 1 GENERAL 1 1 GENERAL General conditions General To ABIC SW 1 Simple Works Contract issued by the Royal Australian Institute of Architects and Master Builders Association Interpretation Cross reference see ABIC SW 1 Section S Definitions 1 2 THE SITE Site restrictions Site limitations Comply with the following restrictions on the use of the site The Contractor shall specifically refer to the Conditions of approval issued by the Town of Vincent serial no 5 2007 416 1 including the Environmental Health Specific Requirements The Contractor shall issue a Construction Management Plan addressing noise hours of construction traffic and heavy vehicle access temporary site offices and site sheds dust and any other appropriate matters to be submitted to and approved by the Town of Vincent Site restrictions Access Access onto and within the site use of the site for temporary works and constructional plant including working and storage areas location of offices workshops sheds roads and parking is restricted to the following areas Lots 5 amp 6 William Street Perth Occupied premises Nil Protection of persons and property Temporary works Provide and maintain req
315. nt Mat 5 Concrete Mat 6 Steel Mat 5 Document the use of recycled concrete aggregate for concrete mixes Note minimum percentage requirement Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC Oct 08 13 15 01 2009 GENERAL 0169 Green star office as built submissions Mat 6 The Australian Steel Institute http www steel org au Select ASI Groups Sustainability provides advice about the percentage of post consumer content in Australian steel and identifies products meeting GBCA criteria Reinforcing bar and mesh is mentioned 0316 Precast concrete Requirement GBCA document Mat 3 Re used materials Mat 5 Concrete Mat 6 Steel Mat 3 Document the re use of precast concrete elements Mat 5 Document the use of recycled concrete aggregate for concrete mixes Note minimum percentage requirement Mat 6 The Australian Steel Institute http www steel org au Select ASI Groups Sustainability provides advice about the percentage of post consumer content in Australian steel and identifies products meeting GBCA criteria Reinforcing bar and mesh is mentioned 0317 Tilt up concrete Requirement GBCA document Mat 3 Re used materials Mat 5 Concrete Mat 6 Steel Mat 3 Document the re use of precast concrete elements Mat 5 Document the use of recycled concrete aggregate for concrete mixes Note minimum percentage requirement Mat 6 The Australian S
316. nt GBCA document IEQ 14 Formaldehyde minimisation Mat 3 Re used materials Mat 7 PVC minimisation Mat 8 Sustainable timber IEQ 14 Document low formaldehyde emitting products that meet the limit values outlined in Table IEQ 14 1 Mat 3 Document the re use of workstations Mat 7 Document alternative materials to PVC Mat 8 Refer to guidance text on the certification of timber sources 0574 Window coverings Requirement GBCA document IEQ 5 Daylight glare control Mat 7 PVC minimisation IEQ 5 Document solar optical properties of window coverings Mat 7 Document alternative materials to PVC 0651 Resilient finishes Requirement GBCA document IEQ 13 Volatile organic compounds IEQ 13 Document low VOC products that meet TVOC Content Limits outlined in Table IEQ 13 2 0652 Carpets Requirement GBCA document IEQ 4 Daylight IEQ 13 Volatile organic compounds IEQ 4 Document colours that provide the required reference reflectance values IEQ 13 Document low VOC products that meet TVOC Content Limits outlined in Table IEQ 13 2 0654 Engineered panel floors Requirement GBCA document Mat 3 Re used materials Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC Oct 08 18 15 01 2009 GENERAL 0169 Green star office as built submissions Mat 8 Sustainable timber Mat 3 Document the re use of engineering panel flooring Mat 8 Refer to guidance text on the certificat
317. nt material adjacent to new gutter in accordance with the drawings and the Pavement base and subbase worksection 3 3 VEHICLE BARRIERS Log barriers Installation Check out the posts to receive the rails Set each post 600 mm into the ground and surround with compacted fine crushed rock gravel or cement stabilised rammed earth Bolt rails to posts with M12 diameter galvanized bolts and washers with bolt heads and nuts recessed Precast concrete wheel stops Installation Drive 12 mm diameter galvanized steel rods 600 mm into the ground to finish 25 mm below the top of the wheel stop or bolt the stop to masonry anchors in concrete slabs Grout the holes flush to match the concrete finish Steel tube bollards Footing Encase in a concrete footing at least 600 mm deep x 250 mm diameter On slabs Weld on a 10 mm thick baseplate drilled for 4 bolts and bolt to masonry anchors Filling Fill the tube with 15 MPa concrete NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 87 linsert date STRUCTURE 0310b Concrete combined 0310b CONCRETE COMBINED 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities General Provide cast concrete that Has finishes to formed and unformed surfaces which are Appropriate to the importance visual or physical of the concrete elements Compatible with following trades and finishes Precast concrete Provide elements that are Undamaged by handling and installation Independently designed and documented
318. nting schedule Low VOC emitting paints Provide the VOC limits noted in the Interior painting schedule and the Exterior painting schedule Paint colours Number of separate colours Supply paint to the Paint colour schedule NATSPEC Apr 07 Amat Apr 08 282 insert date FINISH 0672 Textured and membrane coatings 0672 TEXTURED AND MEMBRANE COATINGS 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities General Provide coating systems to substrates as follows Consistent in colour gloss level texture and dry film thickness Free of runs sags blisters or other discontinuities Textured coating systems fully opaque Clear finishes at the level of transparency consistent with the product Fully bonded Resistant to environmental degradation within the manufacturer s stated life span Will accommodate movement in the substrate between control joints Selections Conform to the Selections 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection 1 3 STANDARDS Textured and membrane coatings General Comply with the recommendations of those parts of AS NZS 2311 which are referenced in this worksection 1 4 INTERPRETATION Definitions General For the purposes of this worksection the definitions given below apply Substrate The surface to which the coating material is applied or is to be applied Latex extensible wall coating or membrane coating A non aggregate flexib
319. nts Details of fabrication involving other trades or components Information necessary for site assembly Proposals for the break up of large items as required for delivery to the site Proposed method of joining the modules of large items Shop drawing certification General Engage a Professional Engineer and submit certification for the design and installation of structural steelwork Tests Stainless steel Before fabrication commences submit satisfactory evidence that relevant procedure test plates have passed the tests specified in AS NZS 1554 6 Materials Manufacturer s data Submit manufacturer s published product data including standard drawings and details Stainless steel For each batch of stainless steel supplied to the works submit the certificate of compliance or test certificate specified in the applicable standard 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 MATERIALS AND COMPONENTS Metals Performance Provide metals suited to their required function finish and method of fabrication in sections of strength and stiffness adequate for their purpose Copper alloys brass bronze Composition and designations To AS 2738 Rivets General Blind rivets where available in the required metal NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 225 insert date INTERIOR 0552b Metalwork Masonry anchors General Proprietary types comprising screws or bolts in self expanding sockets Masonry plugs General Screws in purpose made resilient
320. nts have attained sufficient strength to resist blow outs Height of lift Limit the height of individual lifts in any pour to ensure that the grout can be thoroughly compacted to fill all voids and ensure bond between grout and masonry Compaction Compact by vibration or by rodding Topping up On the completion of the last lift top up the grout after 10 min to 30 min and vibrate or rod to mix with the previous pour NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 124 insert date STRUCTURE 0331b Brick and block construction 3 6 LINTELS Location General Provide 1 lintel to each wall leaf in conformance with the Lintel schedule Installation General Do not cut on site Keep lintels 10 mm clear of heads of frames Steel lintels Pack mortar between any vertical component and supported masonry units For angles install the long leg vertical Minimum bearing each end Span lt 1000 mm 100 mm Span gt 1000 mm lt 3000 mm 150 mm Span gt 3000 mm 200 mm Propping To prevent deflection or excessive rotation temporarily prop lintels until the masonry reaches its required strength Protection Steel lintels Steel lintels shall be hot dip galvanized after fabrication NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 125 linsert date STRUCTURE 0341b Structural steel 0341b STRUCTURAL STEEL 1 GENERAL 1 1 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection 1 2 STANDARDS
321. nty certifying that toughened glass supplied for use in curtain walls has been subjected to a heat soaking process which has converted at least 95 of the nickel sulphide content to the stable beta phase Maintenance manual Submit manufacturers published recommendations for service use Cleaning Replace damaged glass and leave the work clean polished free from defects and in good condition NATSPEC Jan 06 Amdt Oct 08 199 insert date ENCLOSURE 0467 Glass components 0467 GLASS COMPONENTS 1 GENERAL 1 1 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection 1 2 STANDARDS Quality requirements for cut to size and processed glass To AS NZS 4667 Terminology for work on glass To AS NZS 4668 1 3 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give notice so that the glass products may be inspected before they are installed 1 4 SUBMISSIONS Samples Submit samples each at least 200 x 200 mm showing specified visual properties and the range of variation if any for each of the following types of glass or glazing plastics Mirror glass Balustrade design Certification Submit a professional engineers certificate confirming compliance with clause 3 6 of AS NZS 1170 1 Shop drawings Method of glazing including the following Rebate depth Edge restraint Clearances and tolerances Glazing gaskets and sealant beads Pocket fixing details for fr
322. o AS 4785 1 Section 4 Hardwood to AS 2796 1 Section 4 3 EXECUTION 3 1 PREPARATION Substrates General Ensure support members are in full lengths without splicing Flatness lt 3 mm deviation of the substrate under a 3 m straight edge laid in any direction with no abrupt variations greater than 1 mm over 250 mm Battens on concrete slabs Framing fixed direct Fix seasoned battens to the concrete slab in conformance with the Battens table so that their top surfaces are aligned Spacing of fasteners lt 600 mm Moisture content General Do not commence installation of flooring unless NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 151 linsert date STRUCTURE 0383 Flooring and decking Concrete substrate The moisture content of the concrete has been tested to AS NZS 2455 1 Appendix C and values obtained as follows lt 5 5 when tested by the electrical resistance test lt 70 when tested by the hygrometer test Plywood underlays or timber flooring products The moisture content has been tested to AS 1080 1 and values obtained as follows Airconditioned buildings 8 to 10 Intermittently heated buildings 10 to 12 5 Unheated buildings 12 to 15 Acclimatisation If the timber moisture content values are not achieved acclimatise the timber flooring products Decking on steel joists General Screw fix seasoned battens to the steel joists in conformance with the Battens table so that their top surfaces are ali
323. o that inspection may be made of Roof supports Those parts of the roofing sarking vapour barrier insulation and roof plumbing installation which will be covered up or concealed 1 5 SUBMISSIONS Tests Submit results of type tests as follows Metal roofing general tests Roof sheeting and fastenings to AS 1562 1 for resistance to concentrated load and to wind pressure Metal roofing in cyclonic regions AS NZS 1170 2 Roof sheeting and fastenings to AS 1562 1 clause 5 6 Fibre cement roofing Type test the roof sheeting and fixings to AS NZS 1562 2 for resistance to wind forces Internal downpipes Submit results of site tests to each stack hydrostatically in stages 2 storeys high for two hours Remedy defects and retest if necessary Samples Submit samples of the following showing the range of variation available Sheet metal finishes showing the range of variation available Custom profiled flashings and cappings Tiles Slates Bedding and pointing mortar Shingles or shakes Pre weathered finish to sheet metal Installation Seamed roofing Submit evidence of experience with non ferrous roof installation Shop drawings General Submit shop drawings showing the following information trusses and all rpe formed members independent engineer to sigh off any detail changes NATSPEC Jan 06 Amdt Oct 08 159 insert date ENCLOSURE 0421 Roofing combined 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 COMPO
324. oated steel corner beads Control joints Install purpose made metallic coated control joint beads at not more than 12 m centres in walls and ceilings and to coincide with structural movement joints Wet areas Install additional supports flashings trim and sealants as required 3 4 FIBRE CEMENT LINING Installation General Run sheets across the framing members In flush jointed applications stagger end joints in a brick pattern and locate them on framing members away from the corners of large openings Provide supports at edges and joints Suspended flush ceilings Fix using screw or screw and adhesive to ceiling members or support frame Wet areas To AS 3740 Multiple sheet layers Application Fire rated and acoustic rated walls NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 217 linsert date INTERIOR 0531b Suspended ceilings combined Joints Fill and flush up all joints and fixings in each layer and caulk up perimeters and penetrations before commencing succeeding layers Stagger all sheet joints by minimum 200 mm Joints Flush joints Provide recessed edge sheets and finish flush using perforated paper reinforcing tape Movement joints in ceilings and soffits Provide movement joints to divide ceilings into bays not larger than 10 8 x 7 2 m and soffit linings into bays not larger than 4 2 x 4 2 m or 5 4 x 3 6 m Provide framing parallel to the joint on each side Do not fix the lining to abutting building surfaces External cor
325. of the beams or slabs they are required to support Deflection during placing and compaction of the concrete is less than the span of the beam or slab divided by 1000 Additional deflection between initial set and 7 days does not exceed span 400 NATSPEC Apr 07 Amat Oct 08 90 insert date STRUCTURE 0310b Concrete combined Collapse and loss of load carrying capacity will occur not more than 48 hours after flooding with water creating a void at least 60 of the original depth of the void former Cores fixings and embedded items If the locations of these items are not shown or are shown diagrammatically submit shop drawings showing the proposed locations clearances and cover Indicate proposed repositioning of reinforcement Pre mixed supply Delivery docket For each batch submit a docket listing the information required by AS 1379 and the following information For special class performance concrete specified performance and type of cement binder For special class prescription concrete details of mix additives and type of cement binder Method of placement and climate conditions during pour Name of concrete delivery supervisor Project assessment carried out each day The amount of water if any added at the site The concrete element or part of the works for which the concrete was ordered and where it was placed The total amount of water added at the plant and the maximum amount permitt
326. oisture content 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection 1 3 INTERPRETATION Definitions General For the purposes of this worksection the definitions given below apply Substrate The structure that supports the flooring e g concrete slabs bearers and joists or structural sheet floor framing Moisture content The percentage by mass of water present in the timber Equilibrium moisture content EMC For given conditions of humidity and temperature the moisture content which timber approaches at which it neither gains nor loses moisture while the conditions of its environment are maintained Feature Any figure grain natural variation or similar which affects timber appearance Flooring Fitted Flooring fitted between the walls of each room i e not platform floors Intermittently supported Flooring which is supported by and spans across beams joists or battens Continuously supported Flooring which is supported by and directly fixed to a continuous supporting surface Platform Flooring laid over the whole of the joisted floor structure prior to the erection of external and internal wall frames Strip flooring Flooring made from machined timber with tongues and grooves along the length of the strips Engineered floor panels Manufactured flooring with wearing and decorative surfaces of timber or plastic laminated to supporting layers of plywood usually wi
327. ons for a minimum period of two weeks with air circulation to all surfaces as follows Airconditioning operational Lighting operational Site drainage and stormwater works are complete Space fully enclosed and secure Wet work complete and dry Substrates General Ensure substrates are as follows Clean and free of any deposit or finish which may impair adhesion or location and functioning of movement joints If solid or continuous Excessive projections are removed Voids and hollows gt 10 mm with abrupt edges are filled with a cement sand mix not stronger than the substrate nor weaker than the bedding Depressions lt 10 mm are filled with a latex modified cementitious product with feathering eliminated by scabbling the edges Flatness lt 3 mm deviation of the surface under a 3 m straight edge laid in any direction with no abrupt variations greater than 1mm over 250 mm Moisture content General Do not commence installation of flooring unless Concrete substrate The moisture content of the concrete has been tested to AS NZS 2455 1 Appendix B and values obtained as follows lt 5 5 when tested by the electrical resistance test lt 70 when tested by the hygrometer test Plywood underlays or timber flooring products The moisture content has been tested to AS NZS 1080 1 and values obtained as follows Airconditioned buildings 8 to 10 Intermittently heated buildings 10 to 12 5
328. oor swings in the presence of obstacles such as nibs deep reveals and architraves Nominal door leaf size x w x th mm Door leaf weight kg approx Number of hinges 2040 x 400 x 35 lt 19 2 2040 x 600 x 35 lt 29 2 2040 x 720 x 35 lt 35 3 2040 x 820 x 35 lt 39 3 2040 x 920 x 35 lt 44 3 2040 x 1020 x 35 lt 49 4 2040 x 720 x 40 lt 37 3 2040 x 820 x 40 lt 42 3 2040 x 920 x 40 lt 48 3 2040 x 1020 x 40 lt 52 4 2040 x 720 x 50 lt 45 3 2040 x 820 x 50 lt 50 3 2040 x 920 x 50 lt 57 3 2040 x 1020 x 50 lt 68 4 2400 x 720 x 40 lt 50 4 2400 x 820 x 40 lt 52 4 2400 x 920 x 40 lt 55 4 2400 x 1020 x 40 lt 60 4 NATSPEC Oct 08 182 insert date ENCLOSURE 0455 Door hardware Nominal door leaf size x w x th mm Door leaf weight kg approx Number of hinges 2400 x 1220 x 50 lt 72 5 2040 x 920 x 70 lt 88 Nominate pivot hinges Hinge table B Application Aluminium hinges for aluminium doors or for doors of other materials in aluminium frames Nominal hinge size Door leaf weight Minimum construction 1x w x t mm kg approx Knuckles Screws hinge leaf 100 x 70x 3 lt 30 3 3 100 x 80 x 3 5 lt 50 5 4 130 x 50 x 3 4 lt 75 Interfold 3 2 3 DOOR HANGING SYSTEMS General General Provide sliding door tracks in conformance with the Sliding track schedule kkk 2 4 ANCILLARIES
329. oportion by weight Cement Fine Coarse aggregate aggregate Bonded cement and sand 35 1 3 1 4 5 0 Bonded fine concrete 40 1 3 1 1 3 2 Floating fine concrete 100 1 3 1 1 3 2 Granolithic Floors 25 1 2 1 of 2mm Skirtings 13 3mm Separated fine concrete 70 1 3 1 1 3 2 Movement control joint products General Provide products manufactured for use with cement based toppings and accommodate the anticipated movement of the backgrounds and or the toppings Sealant products General Provide proprietary products manufactured for the sealing of movement joints in cement based toppings Slip resistance products General Provide proprietary products manufactured to improve the wet slip resistance of toppings 249 NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 linsert date FINISH 0612b Cementitious toppings Silicon carbide granules Granule size gt 300 lt 600 um Silicon carbide two part resin Granule size gt 300 um Surface treatment products General Provide proprietary products manufactured for use with cement based toppings to change the characteristics of the surface of the finished topping Water General To be clean and free from any deleterious matter 2 2 MOVEMENT JOINTS Movement joint materials Movement joint strip A proprietary expansion joint consisting of a neoprene filler sandwiched between plates with lugs or ribs for mechanical keying Set flush with the finished surface
330. or vertical lines including external corners parapets reveals heads sills 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 TIMBER Structural timber Natural durability ratings to AS 5604 Table A1 minimum Durability class 2 or preservative treated timber of equivalent durability Structural timber grading standards Hardwood To AS 2082 Softwood To AS 2858 Mechanical stress grading To AS NZS 1748 Machine proof grading To AS 3519 Identification Method Identify timber using branding certification or both Branding Brand structural timber under the authority of a recognised product certification program applicable to the product Locate the brand mark on faces or edges which will be concealed in the works Include the following data for timbers not covered by branding provisions of Australian standards or regulations for which branding is required Stress grade Method of grading Seasoned or s The certification mark of the product certification program The applicable standard Recognised product certification programs Pine framing Plantation Timber Certification NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 147 insert date STRUCTURE 0382 Light timber framing Finger jointed structural timber Plantation Timber Certification Certification Inspection If neither branding nor certification is adopted have an independent inspecting authority inspect the timber 2 2 SHEET PRODUCTS Structural plywood St
331. orary coatings On or before completion of the works or before joining up to other surfaces remove all traces of temporary coatings used as a means of protection NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 227 insert date INTERIOR 0554 Stairs ladders and walkways 0554 STAIRS LADDERS AND WALKWAYS 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities Selections Conform to the Selections 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection 1 3 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give notice so that inspection may be made of the following Shop fabricated or assembled items ready for delivery to the site Commencement of shop or site welding Site erected assemblies on completion of erection before applying finishes Steel surfaces prepared for and immediately before site applied finishes 1 4 SUBMISSIONS Subcontractors General Submit names and contact details of proposed suppliers and installers Shop drawings General Submit shop drawings showing the following information where relevant Fabricated metal stairs platforms and walkways Supplement structural steel shop drawings as follows Details of fabrication and components Details of fabrication involving other trades or components Information necessary for site assembly Proposals for the break up of large items as required for delivery to the site Proposed method of joining the modules of large items Installation of p
332. orksection Associated worksections Associated worksections Conform to the following Site management Earthwork Stormwater site Pavement ancillaries 3 3 INTERPRETATION Definitions General For the purposes of this worksection the definitions given below apply Standard To AS 1348 Absolute level tolerance Maximum deviation from design levels Relative level tolerance Maximum deviation from a 3 m straight edge laid on the surface 3 4 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give notice so that inspection may be made of the following Prepared subgrade Proof rolling of subbase prior to spreading of base Proof rolling of base prior to sealing 3 5 TESTS Compaction control tests Standard To AS 1289 5 4 1 and AS 1289 5 4 2 3 6 SUBMISSIONS Frequency of compaction control tests General Not less than the following whichever requires the most tests 1 test per layer per 25 lineal metres for 2 lane roads 1 test per layer per 1000 m for carparks 3 tests per layer 3 tests per visit Source of material State the supplier name nature of material crushed rock natural gravel recycled recycled concrete aggregate and source quarry or recycling site Compliance of material Provide certification and test results from a NATA registered laboratory confirming that the material complies with the requirements of the specification NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 77 insert date
333. orming to Polyurethane AS NZS 3750 13 Conforming to AS NZS 3750 6 External non decorative 75 um Epoxy Zinc 50 um High Solids nil conforming to phosphate conforming to Polyurethane AS NZS 2312 PUR2 AS NZS 3750 13 Conforming to AS NZS 3750 6 External decorative 75 um Epoxy zinc 50 um High Solids nil conforming to phosphate conforming to Polyurethane AS NZS 2312 PUR2 AS NZS 3750 13 Conforming to AS 3750 1 Polyurethane AS NZS 2312 Category C D and E Location Primer Second Coat Third Coat Interior non decorative 75 um Zinc rich epoxy nil nil conforming to AS NZS 3750 9 Type 2 Internal decorative 75 um Zinc rich epoxy 75 um High Solids nil conforming to AS 3750 9 Polyurethane Type 2 Conforming to AS NZS 3750 6 External non decorative 75 um Zinc rich epoxy 200 um High Build nil conforming to AS NZS 2312 EHB4 conforming to AS NZS 3750 9 Type 2 Epoxy MIO Conforming to AS NZS 3750 14 External decorative conforming to AS NZS 2312 PUR 5 Micaceous Iron Oxide 75 um Zinc rich epoxy conforming to AS NZS 3750 9 Type 2 200 um High Build Epoxy MIO Conforming to AS NZS 3750 14 AS NZS 2312 Category A and B 75 um High Solids Polyurethane Conforming to AS NZS 3750 6 Location Interior non decorative Primer 75 um Alkyd zinc phosphate containing MIO and Aluminium pigment conforming to AS NZS 3750 19 Type 2 Second Coat nil Third Coat nil Internal decorative 75 um Alkyd zinc phosphate contai
334. outs General Layouts of service lines plant and equipment shown on the drawings are diagrammatic only except where figured dimensions are provided or calculable Before commencing work Obtain measurements and other necessary information Coordinate the design and installation in conjunction with all trades Levels General Spot levels take precedence over contour lines and ground profile lines 1 6 PERFORMANCE General General If required provide structures installations and components as follows Fixed access ways To AS 1657 Structural design actions To AS NZS 1170 0 and the Structural design actions schedule Light level requirements to AS 1680 2 4 1 7 NOTICE Inspection Concealment If notice of inspection is required in respect of parts of the works that are to be concealed advise when the inspection can be made before concealment Minimum notice for inspections to be made Conform to the Notices schedule Tests General Give notice of the time and place of nominated tests Minimum notice for witnessing of tests to be made Conform to the Notices schedule Attendance General Provide attendance for inspection of tests 1 8 SUBMISSIONS Submit to to be given to the architect Default timing Make submissions at least 5 working days before ordering products for or starting installation of the respective portion of the works Program Allow in the construction program for at least the following tim
335. ow reflective surface by bead blasting Do not use sand iron or carbon steel shot Blast both sides of austenitic grades of stainless steel to equalise induced stress Post assembly pre treatment Heat discolouration Remove by pickling Welds Grind excess material brush and polish to match the pre assembly finish Completion Cleaning Clean and rinse to an acid free condition and allow to dry Do not use carbon steel abrasives or materials containing chloride Protection Secure packaging or strippable plastic sheet 3 EXECUTION 3 1 CONCRETE STAIRS Granolithic topping Water quantity Use the minimum necessary to achieve full compaction and prevent excessive water being brought to the surface during compaction Thickness NATSPEC Jan 06 Amat Apr 08 229 insert date INTERIOR 0554 Stairs ladders and walkways Landings and treads 25 mm Risers strings and skirtings 13 mm Mix Cement 1 fine aggregate 2 coarse aggregate 1 of 2 mm or 3 mm grading Slip resistance treatment Form two grooves and fill with a silicon carbide two part resin Dimensions 10 mm deep 15 mm wide length gt width of tread less 100 mm Position First groove Centre 35 mm from tread nose Second groove Centre 60 mm from step nose Carpet finish Fixing Adhesive method Laying method Apply the floor covering continuously to the treads and risers Rubber finish Smallest tiles Half tile Nosing tiles Purpose made match
336. p Abutments Join new and existing work including cutting if required in the manner appropriate to the materials and make good to existing work 2 9 CLEANING UP Siteworks generally Progressive cleaning Keep the work under the contract clean and tidy as it proceeds and regularly remove from the site rubbish and surplus material arising from the execution of the work including any work performed during the Defects Liability Period or the Plant Establishment Period Removal of plant Within fourteen days of the date of Practical Completion remove Temporary Works Construction Plant buildings workshops and equipment not forming part of the Works except such as are required for work during the Defects Liability Period or the Plant Establishment Period which shall be removed on completion of that work 2 10 VERMIN Vermin management Requirement Employ an approved firm of pest exterminators and provide a certificate from the firm stating that the completed building is free of vermin NATSPEC Oct 07 Amat Apr 08 54 linsert date SITE 0222b Earthwork 0222b EARTHWORK 1 GENERAL 1 1 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection Associated worksections Associated worksections Conform to the following Site management 1 2 INTERPRETATION Definitions General For the purposes of this worksection the definitions given below apply Standard To AS 1348 Description and classi
337. p to each bar until it is incorporated into subsequent work Tying General Secure the reinforcement against displacement by tying at intersections with either wire ties or clips Bend the ends of wire ties away from nearby faces of forms so that the ties do not project into the concrete cover Beams Tie stirrups to bars in each corner of each stirrup Fix other longitudinal bars to stirrups at 1 m maximum intervals Welding General If welding of reinforcement is proposed provide details 3 2 COMPLETION Unencased reinforcement General If starter bars and other items project from cast concrete for future additions and are exposed to the weather provide details of protection NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Jan 06 104 linsert date STRUCTURE 0314b Concrete in situ 0314b CONCRETE IN SITU 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Selections Conform to the Selections 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General requirements General Conform to the General requirements worksection Associated worksections Associated worksections Conform to the following Concrete formwork Concrete reinforcement Concrete finishes 1 3 STANDARDS General Materials and construction To AS 3600 Specification and supply of concrete AS 1379 Concrete structures for retaining liquids To AS 3735 1 4 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give notice so that inspection may be made of the following Base or subgrade before covering Membrane or film
338. packaging labelled FBS 1 BIO SOLUBLE INSULATION 1 4 INTERPRETATION Definitions General For the purposes of this worksection the definitions given below apply Terminology To AS NZS 4859 1 Fire hazard properties Means the average specific extinction area critical radiant flux Flammability index Smoke Developed Index smoke growth rate index smoke development rate or Spread of Flame Index of a material or assembly that indicate how they behave under specific fire test conditions Sarking membrane Flexible membrane material normally used for waterproofing vapour proofing or thermal reflectance FBS 1 Glass wool Spun fibres of molten glass utilizing up to 60 recycled waste glass thermally bonded to form batts blankets and sheets for thermal and acoustic insulation FBS 1 Rock wool Spun fibres of molten rock thermally bonded to form batts and blankets for thermal and acoustic insulation Polyester insulation Polyester fibres thermally bonded to form batts and blankets Vapour barrier A material or system that adequately impedes the transmission of water vapour under specified conditions Breathable vapour permeable membrane A flexible membrane material normally used for secondary waterproofing that adequately allows for the transmission of water vapour and has a vapour resistance not more than 0 5 MNs g 1 5 SUBMISSIONS Fire hazard properties General Submit evidence of conformance with the following
339. permanent sticking Hot melt adhesive tapes General Commercial grade glass fibre and cotton thermoplastic adhesive coated tape 60 mm wide on a 90 mm wide metal foil base and backed with silicon coated release paper NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 265 insert date FINISH 0652b Carpets 2 6 STRIPS Preformed gripper strips General Commercial grade plywood carpet gripper strip with 3 rows of rust resistant angled pins of length appropriate to the carpet type Size minimum 33 mm wide x 7 mm thick Location At edges except where edge strips are used Provide double gripper strips to edges where recommended Edge strips Type Heavy duty edge strip appropriate to the floor covering type tackless or adhesive fixed capable where necessary of accommodating different levels of adjacent floor finishes Form Metal moulding or extrusion with vinyl inserts Location At exposed edges of the carpet and at junctions with differing floor finishes or finishes of a different thickness Where edge strips occur at doorways locate the junctions directly below the closed door 3 EXECUTION 3 1 SUBSTRATE Substrates General Ensure substrates conform to the Substrate tolerance table and are as follows To AS NZS 2455 1 or AS NZS 2455 2 as appropriate Clean and free of any deposit or finish which may impair adhesion or location and functioning of movement joints Substrate tolerance table Property Length of str
340. placing or compaction Site mixed supply Emergencies If mixing by hand is carried out provide details Plant Mix concrete in a plant located on the construction site 3 6 CORES FIXINGS AND EMBEDDED ITEMS Adjoining elements General For adjoining elements to be fixed to or supported on the concrete provide for the required fixings If required provide for temporary support of adjoining elements during construction of the concrete NATSPEC Apr 07 Amat Oct 08 94 linsert date STRUCTURE 0310b Concrete combined Corrosion If in external or exposed locations galvanize anchor bolts and embedded fixings or propose alternative materials such as stainless steel Position Fix cores and embedded items to prevent movement during concrete placing In locating cores fixings and embedded items reposition but do not cut reinforcement and maintain cover to reinforcement Isolation Isolate embedded items so that water cannot track to concrete providing minimum cocver to reinforcement 3 7 CONCRETE PLACING AND COMPACTION Compaction Methods Use immersion and screed vibrators accompanied by hand methods as appropriate to remove entrapped air and to fully compact the mix Vibrators Do not allow vibrators to come into contact with set concrete reinforcement or items including pipes and conduits embedded in concrete Do not use vibrators to move concrete along the forms Avoid over vibration that may cause segregation
341. plastic sockets 2 2 STAINLESS STEEL FINISHES Sample General Provide a finish to match the sample in terms of the mill grade and finish process 3 EXECUTION 3 1 CONSTRUCTION GENERALLY Aluminium structures Standard To AS NZS 1664 1 or AS NZS 1664 2 Metals Performance Provide metals so that they transmit the loads imposed and ensure the rigidity of the assembly without causing deflection or distortion of finished surfaces Incompatible metals Separate using concealed layers of suitable materials in appropriate thicknesses Fasteners Performance Provide non galvanic corrosion fasteners Materials Provide fasteners in materials of mechanical strength and corrosion resistance at least equal to that of the lowest resistant metal joined To copper and copper alloys Provide copper or copper alloy fixing devices only To aluminium and aluminium alloys Provide aluminium alloy or non magnetic stainless steel fixing devices only To stainless steel Provide appropriate stainless steel materials only Fabrication Workshop Fabricate and pre assemble items in the workshop wherever practicable Edges and surfaces Keep clean neat and free from burrs and indentations Remove sharp edges without excessive radiusing Tube bends Form bends in tube without visibly deforming the cross section Colour finished work Match colours of sheets extrusions and heads of fasteners Thermal movement Accommodate thermal movement in joints and
342. ples each 40 x 19 x 600 mm for each species Control sample The approved selection from the initial submission Finished sample Cut the control sample in half and apply the finish to half the remaining area Shop drawings General Submit shop drawings to a scale not smaller than 1 50 showing Overall dimensions Materials thicknesses and finishes of elements including doors divisions shelves and benches Type of construction including mitre joints and junctions of members Hardware type and location Temporary bracing if required Procedures for shop and site assembly and fixing Locations of benchtop joints Stone benchtop layout including joint arrangement and penetrations Locations of sanitary fixtures stoves ovens sinks and other items to be installed in the units Relationship of fixture to adjacent building elements Proposals for the break up of large items as required for delivery to the site Proposed method of joining the modules of large items Timing Prior to fabrication Environmental rating Timing Prior to fabrication 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 JOINERY MATERIALS AND COMPONENTS Visible work Clear finished timber and veneer Ensure all visible surfaces are free of branding crayon or chalk marks and of blemishes caused by handling Joinery timber Hardwood To AS 2796 3 Seasoned cypress pine To AS 1810 Softwood To AS 4785 3 Finished sizes For milled timbers actual dimensions w
343. r case 16 mm lower case Sign type Printed acrylic sheet adhesive fixed Compliance BCA Spec D1 12 Exit signs Class 2 3 and 4 in lieu of illuminated exit signs Position To the side remote from the exit or balcony To an entrance door of a sole occupancy unit in a Class 2 or 3 building or Class 4 part Message EXIT Letter size 25mm Sign type Printed acrylic sheet adhesive fixed Compliance BCA E4 5 and E4 7 Fire exit offence notice NSW Position Adjacent door providing access to but not within a fire exit stair passage or ramp Message OFFENCES RELATING TO FIRE EXITS It is and offence under the Environmental planning and Assessment Act 1979 To place anything in or near this fire exit that may obstruct persons moving to and from the exit or To interfere with or obstruct the operation of any fire doors or To remove damage or otherwise interfere with this notice Letter size gt 8 mm title gt 2 5 mm rest Sign type Printed acrylic sheet adhesive fixed Compliance Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulation 2000 clause 183 Fire exit offence notice ACT Position Adjacent door providing access to but not within a fire exit stair passage or ramp Message OFFENCES RELATING TO FIRE EXITS Under the Fire Brigade Act it is an offence to Place anything in this stairway or any associated passageway leading to the exterior of the building which may impede
344. r end joints in a brick pattern and locate them on framing members away from the corners of large openings Provide supports at edges and joints Timber framed construction Nail only or combined with adhesive Steel framed construction Screw only or combined with adhesive Wall framing Do not fix to top and bottom plates or noggings In tiled areas Provide an extra row of noggings immediately above wall to floor flashings Fix sheet at 150 mm centres to each stud and around the perimeter of the sheet Masonry wall construction Fix using adhesive direct to masonry but do not fix direct to masonry as a substrate for tiled finish Fix to furring channels using screw or screw and adhesive Ceilings Fix using screw or screw and adhesive to ceiling furring members Do not fix sheets to the bottom chords of trusses Wet areas Do not use adhesive fixing alone Multiple sheet layers Application Fire rated and acoustic rated walls Joints Fill and flush up all joints and fixings in each layer and caulk up perimeters and penetrations before commencing succeeding layers Stagger all sheet joints by minimum 200 mm Joints Flush joints Provide recessed edge sheets and finish flush using perforated paper reinforcing tape Movement joints in walls Position a stud parallel to the joint on each side Movement joints in ceilings and soffits Provide movement joints to divide ceilings into bays not larger than 10 8 x 7 2 m and soff
345. r has the same meaning as architect or superintendent and is the person appointed by the owner or principal under the contract Default Specified value product or installation method which is to be provided unless otherwise documented Design life The period of time for which it is assumed in the design that an asset will be able to perform its intended purpose with only anticipated maintenance but no major repair or replacement being necessary Documented Documented as documented and similar terms mean contained in the contract documents Economic life The period of time from the acquisition of an asset to when the asset while still physically capable of fulfilling its function and with only anticipated maintenance ceases to be the lowest cost alternative for satisfying that function Geotechnical site investigation The process of evaluating the geotechnical characteristics of the site in the context of existing or proposed construction Give notice Give notice submit advise inform and similar expressions mean give notice submit advise inform in writing to the contract administrator IP IP IP code IP rating and similar expression have the same meaning as IP Code in AS 60529 Maintenance period Synonymous with Defects liability period Obtain Obtain seek and similar expressions mean obtain seek in writing f
346. r medium soil to AS 4419 suitable for application to turf or grass seeded areas Fertilising Fertilising Apply lawn fertiliser at the completion of the first and last mowings of the plant establishment period and at other times as required to maintain healthy grass cover 4 3 PLANTING WORKS Planting Planting Ensure the general appearance and presentation of the landscape and the quality of plant material at date of practical completion is maintained for the full planting establishment period Existing plant material Maintain existing planting and grass within the landscape contract area as specified for the corresponding classifications of new grassland or planting Replacements Replace failed dead and or damaged plants at minimum 3 week intervals as necessary throughout the full plant establishment period Pruning General Prune to the Pruning schedule Fertilising Soil tests Take samples from both planting beds and lawn areas and conduct tests Fertilising Base the fertilisation program on the soil testing results Fertilise trees once every two years except where specific problems exist Generally apply an all purpose fertiliser of N P K 10 4 6 at recommended rates Alternatively apply 12 month slow release fertiliser such as Nutricote at the manufacturer s recommended rate Apply all purpose fertiliser to shrubs annually in two bands and cultivated into the soil 100 mm deep Season Fertilise shrubs and trees in September and
347. ral drawings define performance criteria submit independent design documentation and certification from a professional engineer including for the erected work Reactions Provide location and magnitude of reactions to be accommodated by the support structure Floor and wall frame member sizes Submit a schedule of proposed member sizes certified as meeting stated project and AS NZS 4600 requirements for span spacings and loadings Shop drawings General Submit shop detail drawings certified by a professional engineer stating that the design has been carried out in accordance with documented project and AS NZS 4600 requirements for the configurations and loadings Roof trusses Prepare drawings to show Onaplan the truss layout On elevations the arrangement of members allowing for the accommodation of in roof services and the size and section type of each member The method of assembly connection holding down and bracing Wall frames If wall framing is to be pre fabricated prepare drawings to show On plan the wall layout On elevations the arrangement of members and the size and section type of each member The method of assembly connection holding down and bracing 1 6 TOLERANCES Walls To NASH Standard Appendix D NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 130 insert date STRUCTURE 0342 Light steel framing 2 EXECUTION 2 1 CONSTRUCTION GENERALLY Fabrication Length Cut members accurately to length
348. rd sharp graded abrasive particles until the coarse aggregate is in uniform relief Light abrasive Blast the cured surface using hard sharp graded abrasive particles to provide a uniform matt finish without exposing the coarse aggregate Bush hammered finish Remove the minimum matrix using bush hammering to expose the coarse aggregate recessing the matrix no deeper than half the aggregate size to give a uniform texture Exposed aggregate finish Remove the vertical face forms while the concrete is green Wet the surface and scrub using stiff fibre or wire brushes using clean water freely until the surface film of mortar is mechanically removed and the aggregate uniformly exposed Do not use acid etching Rinse the surface with clean water Floated finishes Sand floated finish Remove the vertical face forms while the concrete is green Wet the surface and rub using a wood float Rub fine sand into the surface until a uniform colour and texture are produced Grout floated finish Remove the forms while the concrete is green Dampen the surface and spread a slurry using hessian pads or sponge rubber floats Remove surplus slurry and work until a uniform colour and texture are produced NATSPEC Apr 07 Amat Oct 08 97 linsert date STRUCTURE 0310b Concrete combined Smooth rubbed finish Remove the vertical face forms while the concrete is green Wet the surface and rub using a carborundum or similar abrasive bri
349. re screens and doors Standard To AS 3959 Protection Protect openings from the ingress of embers 2 4 ANCILLARY MATERIALS Trims Timber Solid timber at least 19 mm thick mitred at corners Extruded gaskets and seals General Non cellular solid elastopressive seals as follows Flexible polyvinyl chloride PVC To BS 2571 100 solids with high consistency ultra violet stabilised Rubber products neoprene ethylene propylene diene monomer EPDM or silicone rubber To BS 4255 1 Flashings General Corrosion resistant compatible with the other materials in the installation and coated with a non staining compound where necessary Standard To AS NZS 2904 Jointing materials General Compatible with each other and with the contact surfaces and non staining to finished surfaces Do not provide bituminous materials on absorbent surfaces Nylon brush seals General Dense nylon bristles locked into galvanized steel strips and fixed in a groove in the edge of the door or in purpose made anodised aluminium holders fixed to the door with double sided PVC foam tape Pile weather strips General Polypropylene or equivalent pile and backing low friction silicone treated ultra violet stabilised Standard To AAMA 701 702 Weather bars General Provide a weather bar under hinged external doors locate under the centres of closed doors 3 EXECUTION 3 1 FRAMES General Frames Install so that the frames are as follow
350. rected components confirming compliance with the design intent 2 2 WALL FRAMING Wall studs General Provide studs in single lengths without splices Place a stud under or within 40 mm from each structural load point from roof or ceiling except for openings Provide multiple studs at points of concentrated load Maximum stud spacing 600 mm Heads to openings General Provide lintels appropriate to load and span Additional support General Provide additional support in the form of noggings trimmers and studs for support and fixing of lining cladding hardware accessories fixtures and fittings Vermin barriers General Provide vermin barriers as follows Brick veneer barrier Close nail 10 mm steel wire mesh to the underside of the bottom plate of external stud walls extending across the cavity for building into brickwork NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 131 linsert date STRUCTURE 0342 Light steel framing Damp proof course General Provide damp proof courses under the bottom plate of stud walls built off slabs or masonry dwarf walls as follows External walls not masonry veneer Turn up at least 75 mm on the inside and tack Project 10 mm beyond the external slab edge or dwarf wall and turn down at 45 Walls of bathrooms shower rooms and laundries Turn up at least 150 mm on the wet side and tack to studs Installation Lay in long lengths Lap full width at angles and intersections and at lea
351. rection of parquet flooring pattern Installation Lay the length of the sheets at right angles to the supports Stagger the end joints and locate them centrally over supports If panels are not tongue and grooved provide noggings or trimmer joists to support the edges Fixing to battens Nailed only 150 mm along ends 300 mm on intermediate battens Glued nailed Continuous 10 mm glue bead and nails at 300 mm Glued only To the adhesive manufacturer s recommendations with downward pressure during curing Underlay movement control joints Provide joints of widths as follows Against vertical building elements 12 mm Between tongue and groove sheets Hand pressure assembly Underlay adhesive fixed on concrete slabs Plywood Apply a sealant to the underside compatible with the adhesive Vapour barrier A liquid applied membrane compatible with the adhesive system Glue and nail fixing Nail centres 300 mm from edges and at 600 x 600 mm Glue beads 10 mm diameter and at 500 x 500 mm Glued only fixing Apply adhesive with a notched trowel to the manufacturer s recommendations Provide downward pressure during curing Acoustic underlay General Apply the bonded acoustic underlay nominated in the Applied timber flooring schedule to the manufacturer s instructions Floors on steel joists General Screw fix plywood underlay to the steel joists so that their top surfaces are aligned 3 5 FLOOR FIXING Room environment Gen
352. red by acoustic report Lay damtexc standard as additional measure 1 7 TOLERANCES Completed tiling Standard To AS 3958 1 clause 5 4 6 Tile finish and joints NATSPEC Apr 08 257 insert date FINISH 0652 CAVALIER BREMWORTH amp ONTERA MODULAR CARPETS 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 MARKING Identification General Deliver materials to the site in the manufacturer s original sealed containers legibly marked to show the following Manufacturer s identification Product brand name Product type Dimensions and quantity Product reference code and batch number Date of manufacture Material composition and characteristics such as volatility flash point light fastness colour and pattern Handling and installation instructions 2 2 TILES AND ACCESSORIES Tiles Standard To AS 4662 Tactile ground surface indicators To AS NZS 1428 4 Coves nosings and skirtings To be matching stop end and internal and external angle tiles moulded for that purpose Exposed edges To be purpose made border tiles with the exposed edge whether round square or cushion glazed to match the tile face If such tiles are not available mitre tiles on external corners Accessories General Provide tile accessories to the Accessories schedule which match the composition colour and finish of the surrounding tiles Coves nosings and skirtings General Provide matching stop ends and internal and external angle tiles moulded for t
353. removal 10 um Abrasive grade range 150 180 um Abrasive type clean ilmenite or garnet Blasting angle to surface 45 Blast pressure maximum 275 kPa Distance of nozzle from surface range 350 400 mm Nozzle type 10 13 mm minimum diameter venturi type 2 2 SITE WORK Site welding Grinding of edges Permitted Weld areas Reinstate coating Site coating reinstatement Extent Areas damaged by transport site welding site flame cutting site handling or erection Method Wire brush or mechanically buff the surface and apply organic zinc rich primer in two coats each of 75 um dry film thickness Stipple edges of the primed area Paint standard To AS NZS 3750 9 Surface preparation To AS 1627 2 and Grade St 3 to AS 1627 9 NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 135 insert date STRUCTURE 0345b Steel protective paint coatings 0345b STEEL PROTECTIVE PAINT COATINGS 1 GENERAL 1 1 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection 1 2 STANDARDS General Surface preparation and coating Conform to the recommendations of AS NZS 2312 Site testing of protective coatings Test methods To AS 3894 1 3 INTERPRETATIONS Abbreviations General For the purposes of this worksection the abbreviations given below apply DFT Dry Film Thickness ITP Inspection and Test Plan ym micron 10 m Definitions General For the purposes of this
354. required for safety and stability provide proposals 2 EXECUTION 2 1 EXCAVATING Existing surfaces General Before excavating trenches saw cut existing concrete and bituminous surfaces on each side of the trench to provide a straight even joint Lift and store unit paving for later reinstatement Excavation General Excavate for underground services To required lines and levels with uniform grades Straight between personnel access ways inspection points and junctions With stable sides Trench widths General Keep trench widths to the minimum consistent with the laying and bedding of the relevant service and construction of personnel access ways and pits Trench depths General As required by the relevant service and its bedding method Notice If excavation is necessary below the zone of influence of the underside of adjacent footings give notice and provide support for the footings as instructed Obstructions General Clear trenches of sharp projections Cut back roots encountered in trenches to at least 600 mm clear of services Remove other obstructions including stumps and boulders which may interfere with services or bedding Dewatering General Keep trenches free of water Place bedding material services and backfilling on firm ground free of surface water Excess excavation General If trench excavation exceeds the correct depth reinstate to the correct depth and bearing value using compacted bedding m
355. rer applicable product model number and options as appropriate and include pertinent contract document references Include service connection requirements and product certification Identify proposals for non compliance with project requirements and characteristics which may be detrimental to successful performance of the completed work Notice Minimum notice 5 working days Substitution Identified proprietary items Identification of a proprietary item does not necessarily imply exclusive preference for the item so identified but indicates the necessary properties of the item Alternatives If alternatives to the documented products methods or systems are proposed submit sufficient information to permit evaluation of the proposed alternatives including the following Evidence that the performance is equal to or greater than that specified Evidence of conformity to a cited standard Samples Essential technical information in English Reasons for the proposed substitutions Statement of the extent of revisions to the contract documents Statement of the extent of revisions to the construction program Statement of cost implications including costs outside the contract Statement of consequent alterations to other parts of the works Availability If the documented products or systems are unavailable within the time constraints of the construction program submit evidence from the supplier Criteria If the
356. rer or by a subcontractor recommended by the manufacturer Type test reports General Submit type test reports verifying conformance to AS 2047 and the Window and glazed door performance schedule as follows Fire resistance level To AS 1530 4 Weighted sound reduction index To AS NZS 1276 1 or AS NZS ISO 717 1 Opacified glass General Submit a statement by the manufacturer certifying that the proposed method of opacifying the glass will not be detrimental to the glass or detract in any way from the glass product warranty 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 GENERAL Standards Flashings To AS NZS 2904 Aluminium extrusions To AS NZS 1866 2 2 GLASS Glass types and quality Standard To AS NZS 4667 Glazing plastics General Free from surface abrasions and warranted by the manufacturer for 10 years against yellowing or other colour change loss of strength and impact resistance and general deterioration Safety glasses Standard To AS NZS 2208 Certification Required Certification provider An organisation accredited by the Joint Accreditation System of Australia and New Zealand JAS ANZ kkk Type Grade A when used in curtain walls Heat soaking Required for toughened glass in curtain walls NATSPEC Jan 06 Amat Oct 08 168 linsert date ENCLOSURE 0451b Windows and glazed doors Ceramic coated glass Heat strengthened or toughened glass with a coloured ceramic coating fused to and made an integral part of the su
357. retractable roller blind comprising a weatherproof fabric blind mounted in front of windows inclined glazing systems or balconies Fit a tubular rail at the bottom of the blind Fix a glider clip to each end of the bottom rail and fit gliders into side guide channels If cables are used to guide the blind fit plastic eyelets to the holes where the cables pass through the bottom rail to reduce friction wear and noise caused by operation and movement of the blind Pelmet Fit a pelmet at the top of the blind to cover it in when raised NATSPEC Oct 08 191 insert date ENCLOSURE 0457 External screens Operation Provide a retraction system including roller drum nylon bearings tension spring and positive self locking device Constraint Constrain fabric against movement flutter and vibration by means of guide cables or side guide channels and by maintaining sufficient tension on the whole blind throughout its range of movement 2 6 EXTERNAL LOUVRE BLINDS Aluminium framed blinds General Provide extruded aluminium sections mitred staked and screwed at corners Adjustable louvre blinds Requirement Provide an adjustable louvre blind comprising rolled or extruded metal louvre blades in a perimeter frame mounted in front of windows inclined glazing systems or balconies Fix end plates or clips incorporating an axle to each end of the blades Fit axles into bushes or bearings set into the side sections Operation Link blades tog
358. rface Dispersal of the adhesive solvent is impaired Two way method Immediately after application press firmly to transfer adhesive and then pull both surfaces apart Allow to tack off and then reposition and press firmly together Tap areas in contact with a hammer and padded block One way method Immediately after application bring substrates together and maintain maximum surface contact for 24 hours by clamps nails or screws as appropriate If highly stressed employ permanent mechanical fasteners High strength adhesive tape Preparation Non porous surfaces Clean with surface cleaning solvents such as isopropyl alcohol water wash down and allow to dry Porous surfaces Prime the surface with a contact adhesive compatible with the tape adhesive system Follow the recommendations of the manufacturer for application to the following Copper brass plasticized vinyl and hydrophilic surfaces such as glass and ceramics in a high humidity environment Applied lamination pressure Ensure the tape experiences 100 kPa Application temperature Generally above 10 C consult the manufacturer Completion Do not apply loads to the assembly for 72 hours at 21 C 3 2 SEALANT JOINTING Preparation for jointing Cleaning Cut flush joint surface protrusions and make good Mechanically clean joint surfaces free of any deposit or finish which may impair adhesion of the sealant Immediately before jointing remove loose particles from th
359. rface To ASTM C1048 Condition B Opacified glass Glass with an opacifier permanently bonded to the inner face Unacceptable blemishes in heat treated flat glass including tinted and coated glass Standard To AS NZS 4667 Insulating glass units IGU s Selection and installation To AS NZS 4666 2 3 GLAZING MATERIALS General Glazing materials including putty glazing compounds sealants gaskets glazing tapes spacing strips spacing tapes spacers setting blocks and compression wedges Appropriate for the conditions of application and the required performance Jointing materials Provide recommended jointing and pointing materials which are compatible with each other and with the contact surfaces and non staining to finished surfaces Do not provide bituminous materials on absorbent surfaces Priming Apply the recommended primer to the surfaces in contact with sealant materials Movement joints Depth of elastomeric sealant One half the joint width or 6 mm whichever is the greater Foamed materials in compressible fillers and backing rods Closed cell or impregnated types which do not absorb water Bond breaking Provide backing rods and other back up materials for sealants which do not adhere to the sealant 2 4 GLASS IDENTIFICATION Safety glazing materials Identify each piece or panel to AS 1288 Noise reducing glazed assemblies Label each panel with a legible non permanent mark self destroying when remove
360. riation of at least 50 mm Grid members If required notch grid members at the junction with the perimeter trim to ensure the panels lie flat on the perimeter trim Restriction Do not attach the suspension system to the lip of purlins Services Support Space the support members as required by the loads on the system and the type of ceiling and allow for the installation of services and accessories including ductwork light fittings and diffusers Provide additional back support or suspension members for the fixing of such items to ensure that distortion overloading or excessive vertical deflection is prevented Do not fix suspension members to services e g ductwork unless the service has been designed to accept the ceiling load In locations where services obstruct the ceiling supports provide bridging and suspension on each side of the services Do not support services terminals on ceiling tiles or panels Partitions General If partitions are attached to the underside of the ceiling systems include the partition mass in the seismic mass of the ceiling Protection General Protect existing work from damage during the installation Stability General Install the ceilings level and fix so that under normal conditions there is no looseness or rattling of ceiling components Structure borne sound General Provide a ceiling system which does not amplify structure borne sound Provide suitable proprietary products or systems for reduci
361. riginal standard Prepare at least 50 mm into the sound coating and to a further feathering zone of approximately 50 mm Recoat with the specified system to restore the film thickness and integrity over the whole prepared surface including the feathered zone Aesthetic reinstatement If required repaint to a physical or discernable boundary line Defects If corrosion pitting or areas of significant metal loss and defects are exposed by the blasting process advise for inspection and have areas passed fit for service before proceeding with the coating system Timing Apply the Protective Coating system within 4 hours of blast cleaning or in any case before visual tarnishing of the steel occurs 3 6 COMPLETION General Joints On completion seal all joints and mating surfaces with a compatible polyurethane sealant Warranty General Provide the approved warranty 3 7 PROTECTIVE PAINT COATING SYSTEMS Generally Application Provide the protective paint coating system nominated in the Protective paint coating requirement schedule 139 NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 linsert date STRUCTURE Polyurethane AS NZS 2312 Category A and B 0345b Steel protective paint coatings Location Primer Second Coat Third Coat Interior non decorative 75 um Epoxy zinc nil nil phosphate conforming to AS NZS 3750 9 Type 2 Internal decorative 75 um Epoxy zinc 50 um High Solids nil phosphate conf
362. rishable material Sulphur content Do not provide filling with sulphur content exceeding 0 5 within 500 mm of cement bound elements for example concrete structures or masonry unless such elements are protected by impermeable membranes or equivalent means Excluded materials Organic soils Materials contaminated through past site usage Materials which contain substances which can be dissolved or leached out or which undergo volume change or loss of strength when disturbed and exposed to moisture Silts or silt like materials Fill containing wood metal plastic boulders or other deleterious material 3 EXECUTION 3 1 REMOVAL OF TOPSOIL General Extent Areas to be cut and areas to be filled and areas to be occupied by structures pavements embankments and the like Maximum depth 200 mm 3 2 EXCAVATION Extent Site surface Excavate over the site to give correct levels and profiles as the basis for structures pavements filling and landscaping Make allowance for compaction or settlement Footings Excavate for footings pits wells and shafts to the required sizes and depths Confirm that bearing capacity is adequate Crawl space Provide clear space under timber floor bearers Minimum clearance 400 mm Proof rolling Extent Proof roll excavations for pavements filling and non spanning slabs on ground to determine the extent of any bad ground Disposal of excess excavated material General Remove
363. rksection 1 3 INTERPRETATION Definitions General For the purposes of this worksection the definitions given below apply Basic sanding Sanding procedures resulting in an even plane surface free of irregularities Finish sanding Sanding procedures resulting in a surface suitable for the application of the coating system Coating system Applied materials to enhance wear and protect the flooring material Flooring Hard flooring Timber with a wearing surface not easily cut with an abrasive Mild flooring Timber with a wearing surface easily cut with an abrasive Filling Treatment to enhance the surface appearance by Flood filling To fill the pores of open grained timber or minor cracks in parquetry Stopping To fill punched nail head cavities Staining Treatment to alter the colour of the timber surface Sealing Treatment to Prevent excessive penetration of coating system Prevent edge bonding by the coating system Edge bonding The tendency of some coating systems to glue the edges of strip flooring and parquetry panels which prevents an even distribution of movement gaps 1 4 STANDARD Floor sanding and finishing General To AS 4786 2 NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 275 insert date FINISH 0656 Floor sanding and finishing 1 5 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give notice so that inspection may be made of the following Before surface preparation of timber Completion of finish sanding After stai
364. rlaps in other instances Curing of liquid applied systems General To the manufacturers instructions Curing Allow membrane to fully cure before tiling Membrane terminations Edge protection Provide gt 150 mm upturns Anchoring Secure sheet membranes along the top edge Edge protection Protect edges of the membrane Waterproofing above terminations Waterproof the structure above the termination to prevent moisture entry behind the membrane using tiler s angle and finish overlaps Membrane vertical penetrations Pipes ducts and vents Provide separate sleeves for all pipes ducts and vents and have fixed to the substrate NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 255 insert date FINISH 0621 Waterproofing wet areas Membrane horizontal penetrations Sleeves Provide a flexible flange for all penetrations bonded to the penetration and to the membrane Overlaying finishes on membranes Compatibility If a membrane is to be overlayed with another system such as tiles pavers or acoustic insulation provide an overlaying system that is compatible with and not cause damage to the membrane Bonded or partially bonded systems If the topping or bedding mortar requires to be bonded to the membrane provide sufficient movement joints in the topping or bedding mortar to reduce the movement over the membrane 3 3 FLOOD TEST General Application Perform a flood test prior to the installation of surface finishes Set up
365. rmed surface tolerance or colour is required complete the evaluation before surface treatment Finishing methods General If soffits of concrete elements or faces of concrete column are to have a finish other than off the form provide details of proposed procedures Blasted finishes Abrasive Blast the cured surface using hard sharp graded abrasive fine aggregate particles until the coarse aggregate is in uniform relief Light abrasive Blast the cured surface using hard sharp graded abrasive fine aggregate particles to provide a uniform matt finish without exposing the coarse aggregate Bush hammered finish Remove the minimum matrix using bush hammering to expose the coarse aggregate recessing the matrix no deeper than half the aggregate size to give a uniform texture Exposed aggregate finish Remove the vertical face forms while the concrete is green Wet the surface and scrub using stiff fibre or wire brushes using clean water freely until the surface film of mortar is mechanically removed and the aggregate uniformly exposed Do not use acid etching Rinse the surface with clean water Floated finishes Sand floated finish Remove the vertical face forms while the concrete is green Wet the surface and rub using a wood float Rub fine sand into the surface until a uniform colour and texture are produced Grout floated finish Remove the forms while the concrete is green Dampen the surface and spread a slurry using h
366. rom the contract administrator Metallic coated Steel coated with zinc or aluminium zinc alloy as follows Metallic coated steel sheet To AS 1397 Metal thicknesses specified are base metal thicknesses Ferrous open sections zinc coated by an in line process To AS NZS 4791 Ferrous hollow sections zinc coated by a continuous or specialised process To AS NZS 4792 Pipe Includes pipe and tube Principal Principal has the same meaning as owner client and proprietor and is the party to whom the Contractor is legally bound to construct the works Professional engineer A person who is listed on the National Professional Engineers Register NPER in the relevant discipline at the relevant time Proprietary Proprietary mean identifiable by naming manufacturer supplier installer trade name brand name catalogue or reference number Provide Provide and similar expressions mean supply and install and include development of the design beyond that documented Registered testing authority An organisation registered by the National Association of Testing Authorities NATA to test in the relevant field or An organisation outside Australia registered by an authority recognised by NATA through a mutual recognition agreement or An organisation recognised as being a Registered Testing Authority under legislation at the time the test was undertaken Required Means required by the contra
367. roprietary items General Submit the manufacturer s standard drawings and details showing Methods of construction Assembly and fixing with dimensions and tolerances Verification of timber Certificate Submit a supplier s certificate which may be included on an invoice or delivery docket verifying conformance to grading and noting moisture content Do not brand timber products Inspection If neither branding nor certification is adopted submit a report by an independent inspecting authority verifying conformance 1 5 STANDARDS General Access for maintenance To AS 1657 Design for access and mobility General requirements new building work To AS 1428 1 Tactile indicators To AS 1428 4 Balustrades for Class 1 and Class 10 buildings To BCA clause 3 9 2 NATSPEC Jan 06 Amat Apr 08 228 linsert date INTERIOR 0554 Stairs ladders and walkways 1 6 INTERPRETATIONS Definitions General For the purposes of this worksection the definitions given below apply Balustrade Synonymous with guardrailing Circular stairs A stair assembly with a helical arrangement of treads Going In a stair the horizontal distance from the nosing of one tread to the nosing of the next tread Guardrailing A structure to prevent a person from falling off any platform walkway or landing Handrail A rail to provide handhold on a platform walkway stairway or step ladder It may form part of a guardrailing
368. rs to be capped off within one metre of the face of the riser 0744 Ductwork insulation Requirement GBCA document IEQ 11 Hazardous materials Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC Oct 08 22 15 01 2009 GENERAL 0169 Green star office as built submissions IEQ 12 Internal noise levels Ene 1 Greenhouse gas emissions Emi 4 Insulant ODP IEQ 11 Document the removal of asbestos lead and PCBs in accordance with the standards listed in Table IEQ 11 1 IEQ 12 Document noise attenuation standards in the Ductwork insulation schedule Ene 1 Document systems that contribute to reducing the building s greenhouse gas emissions to levels below the Conditional Requirement Emi 4 Document ductwork insulation that is free of ozone depleting substances in both manufacture and composition 0745 Attenuators and acoustic louvres Requirement GBCA document IEQ 12 Internal noise levels IEQ 12 Document noise attenuation standards in the Duct attenuator schedule Acoustic louvre schedule and Cross talk attenuator schedule 0747 Variable air volume terminals Requirement GBCA document IEQ 12 Internal noise levels Ene 1 Greenhouse gas emissions IEQ 12 Document noise attenuation standards in the VAV box schedule Ene 1 Document systems that contribute to reducing the building s greenhouse gas emissions to levels below the Conditional Requirement 0751 Mechanical piping Requir
369. rt date FINISH 0652 CAVALIER BREMWORTH amp ONTERA MODULAR CARPETS 0631b CERAMIC TILING 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities General Provide tiling systems to walls floors and other substrates as follows and or to the Selections Consistent in colour and finish Firmly bonded to substrates for the expected life of the installation Set out with joints accurately aligned in both directions and wall tiling joints level and plumb To direct all water flowing from supply points to drainage outlets without leakage to the substrate or adjacent areas 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection 1 3 STANDARDS Tiling General Comply with the recommendations of those parts of AS 3958 1 and AS 3958 2 which are referenced in this worksection 1 4 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give notice so that inspection may be made of the following Substrate immediately before tiling Trial set outs before execution Control joints before sealing and grouting Grout and caulking colours before application 1 5 SUBMISSIONS Samples General Submit labelled samples of tiles including fittings accessories grout and sealants illustrating the range of variation in colour and finish 1 6 TESTS General Tests Submit tests as follows Type test slip resistance of tiles to AS NZS 4586 Site test completed surfaces to AS NZS 4663 Impact sound insulation Not requi
370. rvative treatment Glued laminated timber products To AS NZS 1604 5 Hazard classification To Table A1 Laminated veneer lumber LVL To AS NZS 1604 4 Hazard classification To Table A1 Plywood To AS NZS 1604 3 Hazard classification To Table A1 Reconstituted wood based products To AS NZS 1604 2 Hazard classification To Table A1 Sawn and round timber To AS 1604 1 Hazard classification To Table D1 Moisture content Tolerance Make milled and dressed products from timbers seasoned as follows NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 07 47 insert date GENERAL 0185 Timber finishes and treatment To within 3 of the equilibrium moisture content appropriate to the timber and its intended conditions of use To 10 15 moisture content With no more than 3 difference between any 2 pieces in any one group Test To AS NZS 1080 1 Protection Protect timber and timber products stored on site from moisture and weather For milled prefinished prefabricated and similar elements which are protected in the final structure provide temporary weather protection until the permanent covering is in place Finished sizes General Provide milled timbers with actual dimensions which are at least the stated dimensions except for dimensions qualified by a term such as nominal or out of to which industry standards for finished sizes apply Unseasoned timber General If unseasoned timber is used or if varia
371. ry anchors to the concrete 3 2 GATES Hardware Provide the following Drop bolt and ferrule to each leaf of double gates Latch to one leaf of double gates Provision for locking by padlock Hinges to ensure smooth operation Hand access General Where required provide hand holes to give access from outside to reach locking provision 3 3 CHAINWIRE BARRIERS Standard General To AS 1725 Fence dimensions Maximum post spacing 3000 mm Component sizes Intermediate posts 42 4 mm diameter 2 6 mm wall thickness End corner and gate posts 60 3 mm diameter 2 9 mm wall thickness Chainwire 3 15 mm diameter wire woven to form uniform mesh Selvedges Knuckled Mesh generally 50 mm Mesh at playing end of sports enclosures 40 mm Tie wire 2 mm diameter Post and rail barriers Rails and gooseneck stay 33 7 mm diameter 2 6 mm wall thickness Railless barriers Struts 42 4 mm diameter 2 6 mm wall thickness Cable wires Two strands 3 15 mm diameter wire One strand 4 mm helicoil wire Security barriers Chainwire selvedges Twisted and barbed Barbed wire to security fencing post extensions Barbs at 95 mm maximum centres Installation Posts Do not splice members except in posts when splice is embedded at least 150 mm into concrete Fit tightly fitting steel caps to posts except where fixed to overhead structure Chainwire Lace chainwire to end and gate posts Tie chainwire twice arou
372. ry works and construction plant no longer required Remove the balance before the end of the defects liability period 1 6 PAYMENT FOR THE WORKS Import costs See ABIC SW 1 clause N1 Contract Price Anticipated progress payments See ABIC SW 1 clauses N3 N15 The Contractor shall submit the schedule addressing each trade or package not just the total claim This will be linked to the program of work General At commencement of the works submit a schedule of anticipated progress claims which will be made throughout the contract Submit a revised schedule with each progress claim Purpose of submission Information only Progress claims Break down With each progress claim submit a statement of amounts claimed in respect of each worksection or trade heading designated in the specification Purpose of submission Review Method of measurement General In accordance with the principles of the Australian Standard Method of Measurement of Building Works ASMM Other civil engineering work To AS 1181 1 7 MISCELLANEOUS Occupational Health and Safety The Contractor shall so far as is practicable provide aned maintain a working enviornent in which their employees and subcontractors are not exposed to hazards they shall also provide such information instruction and training to and supervision of employees and subcontractors as is necessary to enable them to perform their work in such a manner that they are not exposed to hazards
373. rylic sheet adhesive fixed Compliance AS NZS 3000 clause 2 9 2 4 Fire orders Alpine areas Position Main entrance to each storey Message FIRE ORDERS followed by an explanation of the following Method of operation of the alarm system and location of call points Location and method of operation of the fire fighting equipment Location of exits Evacuation procedure Letter size Sign type Printed acrylic sheet adhesive fixed Compliance BCA G4 9 Swimming pools South Australia Position Label to manual shut off valve Message WARNING RE OPEN THIS VALVE IMMEDIATELY AFTER USING A VACUUM CLEANER THE POOL MUST NOT BE USED WHILE A VACUUM CLEANER IS IN USE Letter size 2 5mm Sign type Printed acrylic sheet adhesive fixed contrast to background and resistant to UV water and pool chemicals Compliance BCA SAG 1 1 NATSPEC Apr 05 Amdt Apr 08 239 insert date FINISH 0611 Plastering 0611 PLASTERING 4 GENERAL 4 1 AIMS Responsibilities General Provide plaster finishes as follows Resistant to impacts expected in use Free of irregularities Consistent in texture and finish Firmly bonded to substrates for the expected life of the application Asa Suitable substrate for the nominated final finish Selections Conform to the Selections 4 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection 4 3 INT
374. s Position Cabinet Message FIRE EXTINGUISHER Letter size 32 mm min Sign type Adhesive backed vinyl Compliance BCA E1 6 AS 2444 clause 3 6 Fire Brigade Portable fire extinguishers location signs Position As nominated in AS 2444 clause 3 2 at every installed extinguisher nominated BCA Table E1 6 Message Prescribed graphic Letter size Sign type Computer generated adhesive backed vinyl graphic Compliance BCA E1 6 AS 2444 clause 3 3 Fire Brigade Fire blankets Position As nominated in AS 2444 clause 6 4 at every blanket location Message Prescribed graphic NATSPEC Apr 05 Amdt Apr 08 236 linsert date INTERIOR 0581b Signs and display Letter size Sign type Computer generated adhesive backed vinyl graphic Compliance BCA E1 6 AS 2444 clause 5 1 5 3 and Fig 5 1 Fire Brigade Termite protection Position Meter box or similar Message Indicate The method of protection The date of installation The life expectancy of a chemical barrier as listed on the National Registration Authority label The installer s recommendation for inspections Letter size Sign type Laminated page s Compliance BCA B1 4 i ii AS 3660 1 Appendix C or D as appropriate Regulatory carpark signs Low clearance Position Entry to overhead obstruction where clearance is 3 m or less car and light van use only 4 6
375. s 100 mm below subgrade level of the pavement kerb or channel 100 mm below the average gradient of the bottom of footings 450 mm below the finished surface of unpaved ground 3 3 PITS Finish to exposed surfaces General Provide a smooth seamless finish using steel trowelled render or concrete cast in steel forms Corners Cove or splay internal corners Metal access covers and grates Standard To AS 3996 Cover levels Top of cover or grate including frame In paved areas Flush with the paving surface In landscaped areas 25 mm above finished surface Gratings taking surface water runoff Locate to receive runoff without ponding 63 NATSPEC Apr 08 linsert date SITE 0224b Stormwater site 3 4 TESTING Pre completion tests General Before backfilling or concealing carry out the following tests Site stormwater drains and main internal drains Air or water pressure test to AS 3500 3 Section 10 Leaks If leaks are found rectify and re test 3 5 COMPLETION Cleaning General Clean and flush the whole installation 64 NATSPEC Apr 08 insert date SITE 0242b LANDSCAPE FENCES AND BARRIERS 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities General Provide fences and barrier systems Complete for their function Conforming to the detail and location drawings Firmly fixed in position 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksec
376. s Plumb level straight and true Adequately fixed or anchored to the building structure Will not carry any building loads including loads caused by structural deflection or shortening NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 178 insert date ENCLOSURE 0453b Doors and hatches Aluminium frames Building in to masonry Screw galvanized steel brackets twice to jambs and build in Fixing to masonry openings Build in seasoned timber plugs to masonry joints or use proprietary expansion anchors and screw twice through jambs at each fixing Fixing to stud frame openings Screw once to studs at each fixing Frame fixing Brackets Metallic coated steel Width gt 25 mm Thickness gt 1 5mm Depth of fixing for building into masonry Brackets gt 200 mm Expansion anchors gt 50 mm Plugs gt 50 mm Rods gt 60 mm Heads of fasteners Conceal where possible otherwise sink the head below the surface and fill the sinking flush with a material compatible with the surface finish Jamb fixing centres lt 600 mm Joints General Make accurately fitted joints so that no fasteners pins screws adhesives and pressure indentations are visible on exposed surfaces Steel frames Building in to masonry Attach galvanized steel rods to jambs build in and grout up Fixing to masonry openings Build in hairpin anchors and install locking bars or use proprietary expansion anchors and screw twice through jambs
377. s paint spots and stains progressively and restore damaged surfaces to their original condition Touch up Apply seamless repairs to damaged decorative coatings or misses with the coating batch used in the original application Substrate preparation General Prepare substrates to receive the coating systems Cleaning Clean down the substrate surface Do not cause undue damage to the substrate or damage to or contamination of the surroundings Filling Fill cracks and holes with fillers sealants or grouting cements as recommended by the coating system manufacturer and as appropriate for the substrate Moisture content Do not commence application unless Concrete The moisture content of the concrete has been tested to AS NZS 2455 1 Appendix B and the values in clause 2 4 2 c have been obtained NATSPEC Apr 08 285 insert date FINISH 0672 Textured and membrane coatings 3 2 APPLICATION Proprietary coating systems Generally Apply the complete coating system to the manufacturer s technical data sheets Standard Methods of application To AS NZS 2311 clause 6 7 Light levels General 2 400 lux Drying General Use a moisture meter to demonstrate that the moisture content of the substrate is at or below the recommended maximum level for the type of coating and the substrate material Paint application General Apply the first coat immediately after substrate preparation and before contamination of the substrate can
378. s and difficult to spray areas by brushing in with the prime coat and intermediate coat material prior to the full coating application Subsequent coats Ensure that before any subsequent coating layer is applied the surface condition of the preceding coat is complete and correct in all respects including its DFT achievement cleanliness freedom from defects Correction Correct any defect in a coating layer before the subsequent coating layer is applied Restrictions General Perform all painting under cover and or protected from rain condensation dew excessive wind overspray or wind blown dust Period Continue protection where any of these conditions exist before the coating has cured to a sufficient degree so as to be unaffected 3 5 COATING REPAIR Repair of coating damage Preparation Feather back by hand or machine sanding all leading edges of intact coating adjacent to the repair to remove any sharp edge Surface contamination Remove by dusting or blowing down before applying the first coat of paint Sequence Apply the repair coating in the same sequence and manner as the original coating Areas damaged without exposing the primer Wash with a proprietary detergent solution and rinse with fresh water followed by abrading and ensuring that edges of sound paint are feathered Then coat the area with the appropriate intermediate and finishing coat materials Areas damaged to the primer or steel surface Blast clean to the o
379. s showing the proposed details for their design manufacture assembly transport and installation including the following Project title and manufacturer s name Shape or profile drawings submit these before fabrication of moulds and tooling Calculations showing method of complying with nominated performance requirements Concrete mix and type of cement if special class concrete Veneer details if applicable Formwork type Locations sizes details materials and stress grades of tendons and reinforcement Locations sizes details materials corrosion protection and grades of cast in ferrules locating plates bolts anchors lifting devices Details of all joints Jack clearances procedures stressing sequence initial tensioning forces gauge pressure and tendon elongation Surface finish class and surface treatment if applicable Curing and protection methods Marking plan Equipment and methods for handling transport and installation including lifting inserts and pick up points Calculated maximum loadings on lifting and bracing inserts and attachments Evidence of load capacity of lifting and bracing inserts and attachments in the form of test reports or calculations Specification of plugs for sealing recesses for cast in fixings Lifting Early lifting If it is proposed to lift the units by their designated lifting points before 28 day strength has been achieved submit evidence to demonstrate that th
380. s to formwork 1 66 TOLERANCES Surface quality Formed surfaces Confirm conformance with the surface finish requirements of AS 3610 for the surface class nominated in the Formed surface finishes schedule Flatness Unformed surfaces Confirm conformance with the Flatness tolerance classes table for the class of finish nominated using a straight edge placed anywhere on the surface in any direction Flatness tolerance class table Class Measurement Maximum deviation mm A 3 m straight edge 3 B 3 m straight edge 6 C 600 mm straight edge 6 NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 07 110 linsert date STRUCTURE 0315b Concrete finishes 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 MATERIALS Surface hardeners sealants and protectors Supply If required by the project documentation provide proprietary products in accordance with the manufacturer s written requirements 3 EXECUTION 3 1 SURFACE MODIFIERS General Application Apply to clean surfaces in accordance with the manufacturer s requirements 3 2 FORMED SURFACES General General Provide formed concrete finishes in conformance with the Formed surface finishes schedule Damage Do not damage concrete works through premature removal of formwork Curing General If forms are stripped when concrete is at an age less than the minimum curing period commence curing exposed faces as soon as the stripping is completed Evaluation of formed surfaces General If evaluation of fo
381. s zinc coated by an in line process To AS NZS 4791 Ferrous hollow sections zinc coated by a continuous or specialised process To AS NZS 4792 Metallic coated steel sheet To AS 1397 Metal thicknesses specified are base metal thicknesses Steel wire To AS NZS 4534 Stainless steel Bars To ASTM A276 Plate sheet and strip To ASTM A240 A240M Welded pipe round To AS 1769 Welded pipe square To ASTM A554 3 EXECUTION 3 1 GENERAL Metal separation Apply an anti corrosion low moisture transmission coating such as alkyd zinc phosphate primer or aluminium pigmented bituminous paint to contact surfaces Insert a concealed separation layer such as polyethylene film adhesive tape or bituminous felt Incompatible fixings Do not use Incompatible service pipes Install lagging or grommets Do not use absorbent fibrous of paper products Brazing General Ensure brazed joints have sufficient lap to provide a mechanically sound joint Butt joints Do not use butt jointing for joints subject to loads If butt joints are used do not rely on the filler metal fillet only Filler metal To AS NZS 1167 1 Finishing Visible joints Finish visible joints made by welding brazing or soldering using methods appropriate to the class of work including grinding or buffing before further treatment such as painting galvanizing or electroplating Ensure self finished metals are without surface colour variations after jointing Prepara
382. sanded area using disc sanding NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 277 insert date FINISH 0656 Floor sanding and finishing Inaccessible areas Hand scrape to produce the same surface condition as the main sanded area Water based coating system For a water based coating system use a final grade of paper of minimum F220 screen back Finish sanding parquet General After basic sanding cut twice parallel to the fourth basic sanding cut then cut twice again in that direction using increasingly fine abrasives Boundary areas Bring to the same surface condition as the main sanded area Inaccessible areas Hand scrape to produce the same surface condition as the main sanded area For a water based coating system use a final grade of paper of minimum F220 screen back Cleaning General After each sanding operation remove all dust by all of the following Removal from cracks by hand Vacuum cleaning Tack rag cleaning 3 3 COATING SYSTEM Wet paint warning General Place notices conspicuously and do not remove them until the coating system has cured and hardened Application General Apply the coating system in accordance with the manufacturer s printed instructions Maintain a wet edge throughout the whole area Sanding General Fine sand between coats only within the depth of the finish and remove dust Finishing cork floors Requirement After sanding finish with 3 coats of clear sealer to AS 3730 2
383. sash or of leading sash in multiple sash arrangements Fixing Proprietary shower screens To the manufacturer s recommendations 3 5 GLASS BALUSTRADES Standard Glass balustrades To AS 1288 Section 7 3 6 COMPLETION Trade clean Method Clean with soft clean cloths and clean water finishing with a clean squeegee Do not use abrasive or alkaline materials Extent All frames and glass surfaces inside and out Warranty Shower screens Manufacturer s warranty Form Against failure of materials and execution under normal environment and use conditions Period As offered by the manufacturer NATSPEC Jan 06 Amdt Oct 08 203 linsert date ENCLOSURE 0471 Insulation and sarking membranes 0471 INSULATION AND SARKING MEMBRANES 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities General Provide insulation and sarking membrane systems Complete for their function Conforming to the detail and location drawings Firmly fixed in position Maintain their performance for the life of the building 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection Associated worksections Associated worksections Conform to the following Precast Concrete Tilt Up concrete Cladding 1 3 STANDARDS Installation of mineral wool insulation Comply with the ICANZ Industry Code of Practice for the Safe Use of Glass Wool and Rock Wool Insulation Marking Deliver mineral wool products to site in
384. seeeeeeseeeeeeeseeeenenseesenes 228 0573 Extinguishers and blankets ecccseeceseeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeenseeeeneeeeseaesenaaeeneeeeeseaeseseaesaseeesseeeees 232 0581b Signs and display ccccsccccseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneseseeeeeneeeeseaesesaaesaeneeeeeeeeseaesesaaeeaseaeeeseseseaesneenenseeeees 233 OG 11 PIASTONIING E E AA E E E A N E E teh Lesa E E A seacaeescucees enmect dus 240 0612b Cementitious toppings ceccceseeceeeeeeeeeeesneeeneeeeeneaesesaaesnseeeeeeeeesaesaseaesnseaeeeeeesaseaesnsneeeseaenes 248 0621 Waterproofing Wet areaS ccccseseeesseeeeeeneeeeeeenseeeeeeenneeeeenseeeeeenseeeeeenseeeeeeaseneeeseseeeeeeeesenenens 253 0631p Ceramic tilt Oe a a escalate deeds cates Hace ae e eaa a ea e Guten av aAa ea e eaae e suas o eae aeaa oain naes 257 0652D Carpets a cit acs cscs aE a aa ceadeguteaz shsadencuerconeesvedefaccetecutescedtabteddaterendearsdc 264 0655 Timber FOOTING resni nee ee en neee seen neee eens neeeeeeaneaeeeedseeeeeenseaeeeenseeeeesnseeeeeeseaeeeeenseeenens 268 0656 Floor Sanding and finishing eccceseee cece sete ee eneneee ee en nee ener seeeee en seeeeeenseeeeeeenseeeeeeeseeeenseseneeees 275 0671p Pait NA ies cccctiecctct e wate ecede reset ent a r a vag ecedeetpue chante ea a a Pa Re raaraa aaar naasna EAE 279 0672 Textured and membrane COatINGS ccccseeeeeeeeseeeeeenseeeeeenseeeeeenseeeeeeeeseeneeenseeeeeeeseneenenseeeenees 283 0673 Powder coatingS ss sssssunnnesnnnnennnnnen
385. sensitive tapes To ASTM D897 ASTM D1002 ASTM D3330M ASTM D3652M ASTM D3654M and ASTM D3715M Elastomeric sealants schedule Sealant type Material Location or function Pile weather strips Standard To AAMA 701 702 Materials Polypropylene or equivalent pile and backing low friction silicone treated ultra violet stabilised Finned type A pile weather seal with a central polypropylene fin bonded into the centre of the backing rod and raised above the pile level Extruded gaskets and seals Type Non cellular solid elastopressive seals Material Rubber products neoprene ethylene propylene diene monomer EPDM or silicone rubber To BS 4255 1 Flexible polyvinyl chloride PVC To BS 2571 E type compounds colour fastness grade B Priming Compatibility Apply the recommended primer to the surfaces in contact with sealant materials Movement joints Depth of elastomeric sealant One half the joint width or 6 mm whichever is the greater Foamed materials in compressible fillers and backing rods Closed cell or impregnated types which do not absorb water Bond breaking Provide backing rods and other back up materials for sealants which do not adhere to the sealant NATSPEC Jan 06 Amdt Oct 08 197 linsert date ENCLOSURE 0461b Glazing 2 4 GLASS IDENTIFICATION Safety glazing materials Identification Identify each piece or panel to AS 1288 Noise reducing glazed assemb
386. silt clay loam and is free from Stones gt 25 mm diameter Clay lumps gt 75 mm diameter Weeds and tree roots Sticks and rubbish Material toxic to plants 1 5 INSPECTION Notice on site Inspection Give notice so inspection may be made of the following Setting out completed Subgrades cultivated or prepared for placing topsoil Topsoil spread before planting 68 NATSPEC Apr 08 linsert date SITE 0250b Landscape gardening Grassing bed prepared before turfing seeding or temporary grassing Grassing or turfing completed Plant holes excavated and prepared for planting Plant material set out before planting Planting staking and tying completed Completion of planting establishment work 1 6 SUBMISSIONS Samples General Submit representative samples of each material packed to prevent contamination and labelled to indicate source and content Bulk materials Submit a 5 kg sample of each type specified Submit bulk material samples with required test results at least 5 working days before bulk deliveries Materials Supplier s data Submit supplier s data including the following Material source of supply for topsoil filling stone and filter fabrics Compost Submit a certificate of proof of compost pH value Plant provenance Locality Provide written certification that all plant material has been grown from local provenance stock If this is not achievable give notice
387. ssions Man 2 Document compliance with CIBSE and ASHRAE commissioning codes and guidelines Man 4 Document the appointment of an Independent Commissioning Agent IEQ 12 Document the required limits for sound pressure level measurements Ene 1 Document systems that contribute to reducing the building s greenhouse gas emissions to levels below the Conditional Requirement 0792 Mechanical maintenance Requirement GBCA document Ene 1 Greenhouse gas emissions Wat 1 Occupant amenity water Emi 3 Refrigerant leaks Ene 1 Document systems that contribute to reducing the building s greenhouse gas emissions to levels below the Conditional Requirement Wat 1 Document water efficiency management systems in the Maintenance requirements schedule Emi 3 Specify sensors for detecting refrigerant leaks 0801 Hydraulic general requirements Requirement GBCA document IEQ 12 Internal noise levels Mat 6 Steel Mat 7 PVC minimisation IEQ 12 Document upper limits of noise caused by hydraulic services Mat 6 Document materials and components to be recovered or re used in the Recovered items for re use in the works schedule and the Recovered items for delivery to the principal schedule Mat 7 Document alternative materials to PVC 0802 Hydraulic design and install Requirement GBCA document Wat 1 Occupant amenity water Wat 1 Document water efficient products in the Appliances schedule and the Sanitary fix
388. st 150 mm at joints Junctions Preserve continuity of damp proofing at junctions of damp proof courses sarkings and waterproof membranes Flashings Location Provide flashings to external openings sufficient to prevent the entry of moisture Form trays at the ends of sill flashings Masonry veneer construction Extend across cavities and build into brickwork 2 3 ROOF FRAMING Beam framing General Construct framing for flat or pitched roofs where the ceiling follows the roof line consisting of rafters or purlins supporting both ceiling and roof covering Antiponding Requirement Fix appropriate members to the tops of framing at the rear of fascias to prevent sagging of and ponding on the sarking Additional support Provide a frame member behind every joint in fibre cement or plasterboard sheeting or lining Battens Requirement Supply and fix battens suitable for span spacing and roofing 2 4 TRUSSES Fabrication Assembly Factory assemble trusses Supports for in roof services General If walkways mechanical plant or other services are to be supported within the roof space provide support Water container and heater Where a water container or heater is located in the roof space provide a support platform to AS NZS 3500 4 clause 5 5 Marking General Permanently mark each truss to show Project identification Manufacturer Tag or number Location Support points Installation General F
389. stant finish to concealed fixings Exposed fixings Match exposed fixings to the material being fixed Security Locate exposed fixings to lock furniture on the inside faces of external doors and on the inside faces of internal doors to lockable rooms Support Provide appropriate back support for example lock stiles blocking wall noggings and backing plates for hardware fixings Hollow metal sections Provide backing plates drilled and tapped for screw fixing or provide rivet nuts with machine thread screws Do not use self tapping screws or blind rivets Floor springs General Form a recess in the floor slab for the floor spring box and grout the box in place so that the cover plate is flush with the finished floor Hinges Metal frames Fix hinges using metal thread screws Timber doorsets Install butt hinges in housings equal in depth to the thickness of the hinge leaf except for hinges designed for mounting without housing and fix with countersunk screws 3 2 COMPLETION Adjustment General Leave the hardware properly adjusted with working parts in working order and clean undamaged properly adjusted and lubricated where appropriate Automatic door operators Maintain and adjust the system throughout the defects liability period Keys Contractor s keys Immediately before practical completion replace or reset cylinders to which the contractor has had key access during construction and ensure the exclusion of the
390. stems that contribute to reducing the building s greenhouse gas emissions to levels below the Conditional Requirement 0711 Chillers Requirement GBCA document IEQ 12 Internal noise levels Ene 1 Greenhouse gas emissions Emi 1 Refrigerant ODP Emi 2 Refrigerant GWP Emi 3 Refrigerant leaks Emi 4 Insulant ODP IEQ 12 Document upper limits of noise caused by chillers in the Chiller schedule Ene 1 Document systems that contribute to reducing the building s greenhouse gas emissions to levels below the Conditional Requirement Emi 1 Document the use of refrigerants with zero Ozone Depleting Potential ODP Emi 2 Document the use of refrigerants with a Global Warming Potential GWP of 10 or less These are essentially the natural refrigerants including ethane ammonia and carbon dioxide As they are less safe than synthetic refrigerants caution is indicated Emi 3 Document sensors for detecting refrigerant leaks Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC Oct 08 19 15 01 2009 GENERAL 0169 Green star office as built submissions Emi 4 Document thermal insulation that is free of ozone depleting substances in both manufacture and composition 0712 Water heating boilers Requirement GBCA document Ene 1 Greenhouse gas emissions Ene 1 Document systems that contribute to reducing the building s greenhouse gas emissions to levels below the Conditional Require
391. stom built fixtures fabricated and ready to be delivered to the site Furniture items delivered to site before installation Site locations or substrates prepared to receive furniture or fixtures before installation 1 4 SUBMISSIONS Subcontractors General Submit names and contact details of proposed suppliers and installers Installation General Submit the manufacturer s standard drawings and details showing methods of construction assembly and installation with dimensions and tolerances Preservative treatment CCA treated timber If proposed to be used submit details 2 EXECUTION 2 1 FIXING Erection Line and level Erect posts or poles vertically Erect furniture items level Provide a level area around benches and seats where installed on slopes 2 2 COMPLETION Maintenance manual General Submit the manufacturers data as follows Recommendations for service use care and maintenance List of manufacturers and suppliers of replacement parts NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 76 linsert date SITE 0271b Pavement base and subbase 0271b PAVEMENT BASE AND SUBBASE 3 GENERAL 3 1 AIMS Responsibilities General Provide base and subbase courses that are as follows In conformance with the level tolerances specified Tested by a geotechnical testing authority In conformance with the compaction requirements supplied 3 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements w
392. surface from damage by covering until hardened Time between adjacent placements General Conform to the Minimum time delay schedule Vertical elements General In vertical elements limit the free fall of concrete to 1500 mm per 100 mm element thickness up to a maximum free fall of 3000 mm using enclosed vertical chutes or access hatches in forms NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 06 107 insert date STRUCTURE 0314b Concrete in situ 3 5 PLACING IN COLD WEATHER Cement General Do not use high alumina cement Placing Concrete Maintain the temperature of the freshly mixed concrete at gt 5 C Formwork and reinforcement Before and during placing maintain temperature at gt 5 C Severe weather General If severe weather conditions are predicted use high early strength cement Temperature control General Heat the concrete materials other than cement to the minimum temperature necessary to ensure that the temperature of the placed concrete is within the limits specified Admixtures Do not use calcium chloride salts chemicals or other material in the mix to lower the freezing point of the concrete Frozen materials Do not allow frozen materials or materials containing ice to enter the mixer and keep free of frost and ice any forms materials and equipment coming in contact with the concrete Maximum temperature of water 60 C when it is placed in the mixer Plastic concrete Prevent plastic concrete from freezing
393. systems Hardware fittings and accessories including window cleaning restraints and visible heads of fasteners Infill panel stiffening Location and power requirements of motors sensors and controls Wiring diagrams of control systems and how they connect to BMS Scale drawings descriptions and statements of the prototype sunscreen Subcontractors General Submit names and contact details of the proposed manufacturers and if the manufacturer is not the installer the installers recommended by the manufacturers 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 MATERIALS GENERALLY Structural steel Design and materials To AS 4100 Welding To AS NZS 1554 series Galvanizing To AS NZS 4680 Cables Requirement Preload cables by cyclic loading to achieve a uniform modulus of elasticity and to ensure a linear stress strain relationship within the working range Employ a swaging system to achieve a breaking strength of terminals not lower than the minimum design strength of the cable system Materials Stainless steel Grade 316 or galvanized steel Fabric Supply Supply fabric by a single manufacturer as part of a single batch Inspection Check each roll of material for flatness faults in the woven fabric and the coatings where present by visual inspection in directional sunlight at a distance of 4 m and by passing the membrane over a uniformly illuminated surface Stitching Use UV stabilised polyester thread with a minimum tensile strength of
394. t out the formwork to give a regular arrangement of panels joints bolt holes and similar visible elements in the formed surface Void formers Use Cast designated suspended ground floor slabs and beams on void formers Protection If likely to be affected by rain water keep void formers dry until use place them on a firm level surface and place reinforcement and concrete with minimum delay 3 3 COMPLETION Formwork removal Extent Remove formwork other than steel reinforcement decking including formwork in concealed locations but excepting lost formwork NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 101 linsert date STRUCTURE 0311b Concrete formwork Timing Do not disturb forms until concrete is hardened enough to withstand formwork movements and removal without damage Stripping General To AS 3600 where it is more stringent than AS 3610 Vertical forms Remove formwork that does not support weight of concrete from faces of beams walls and columns not less than a cumulative 24 hours after placing concrete during which the ambient outdoor temperature has been greater than 10 C Loading before stripping General Do not erect masonry walls or other brittle elements on beams and slabs while they are still supported by formwork NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 102 linsert date STRUCTURE 0312b Concrete reinforcement 0312b CONCRETE REINFORCEMENT 1 GENERAL 1 1 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the G
395. t sealants Documents Submit technical data sheets 1 3 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give notice so that inspection may be made of joints and penetrations prepared for the application of sealants to the Installed sealant tests schedule 1 4 PERFORMANCE Adhesives and sealants General Provide adhesives and sealants capable of transmitting imposed loads sufficient to ensure the rigidity of the assembly or integrity of the joint and which will not cause discolouration of finished surfaces Compatibility Do not use sealants or adhesives that are incompatible with the products to which they are applied Movement Where an adhered or sealed joint may be subject to movement select a system accredited to accommodate the projected movement under the conditions of service Refurbishment Use sealants that can be safely removed and prepared for refurbishment Fasteners Provide fasteners accredited for the particular use capable of transmitting imposed loads and maintaining the rigidity of the assembly 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 ADHESIVES Standards Mastic adhesive To AS 2329 Polymer emulsion adhesive for timber To AS 2754 2 not inferior to Type 3 Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 35 15 01 2009 GENERAL 0181 Adhesives sealants and fasteners High strength adhesive tape General description A foam of cross linked polyethylene or closed cell acrylic coated both sides with a
396. t units Concrete elements manufactured in other than their final position including elements manufactured on site Ambient temperature The air temperature at the time of mixing and placing of concrete and the predicted or likely air temperature at any time during the 48 hours following a concrete pour NATSPEC Apr 07 Amat Oct 08 88 linsert date STRUCTURE 0310b Concrete combined Weather Cold Ambient shade temperature lt 10 C Hot Ambient shade temperature gt 32 C 1 5 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give notice so that inspection may be made of the following Base or subgrade before covering Membrane or film underlay installed on the base Completed formwork and reinforcement cores fixings and embedded items fixed in place Surfaces or elements to be concealed in the final work before covering Commencement of concrete placing For precast concrete Panel edge details and penetrations Connection materials and inserts in place Evaluation of surface finish 1 66 TOLERANCES Surface quality Formed surfaces Confirm conformance with the surface finish requirements of AS 3610 for the surface class nominated in the Formed surface finishes schedule Flatness Unformed surfaces Confirm conformance with the Flatness tolerance classes table for the class of finish nominated using a straight edge placed anywhere on the surface in any direction Flatness tolerance class table Class
397. tain prototypes on site undamaged and protected from discolouration for comparison with manufactured precast units Structural testing Static load tests If structural performance requirements are nominated for the tilt up unit perform static load tests on the prototype Standard To AS 3600 Test panels Make separate test panels for surface finish colour or both in conformance with the Prototypes schedule 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 TILT UP UNITS Marking Identification Identify units by marks which are as follows Remain legible until after the unit has been fixed in place Are not visible in the completed structure Show the date of casting Show the correct orientation of the unit On other than units manufactured as a standard product indicate the locations within the structure in accordance with the marking plan Tolerances Fixings and embedded items in precast units To AS 3610 and AS 3850 as applicable Lifting and bracing inserts Capacity To AS 3850 clauses 2 4 2 and 2 4 3 NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 07 118 insert date STRUCTURE 0317 Tilt up concrete Attachments Sealing Recess lifting attachments such as ferrules or other types of cast in fixings and provide plugs for sealing Welding of connections Standard To AS NZS 1554 3 3 EXECUTION 3 1 HANDLING Precautions Lifting Lift or support units only at designated points Use handling methods which do not overstress warp or dama
398. te and sheet i e not patterned Roller wave Maximum 0 15 mm Processed glasses schedule Generic term Glass type base glass and Location s other properties Mirrors Clear float silvering quality Mirrors venetian silvered Clear float silvering quality Toughened safety Base glass Base glass colour reflectance Fabricated glass units schedule Generic term Glass types constituent Location glasses and other properties Laminated safety glass External sheet Internal sheet Intermediate sheet if any Interlayer type Interlayer thickness 2 2 GLAZING MATERIALS General Glazing materials including putty glazing compounds sealants gaskets glazing tapes spacing strips spacing tapes spacers setting blocks and compression wedges Appropriate for the conditions of application and the required performance Jointing materials Provide recommended jointing and pointing materials which are compatible with each other and with the contact surfaces and non staining to finished surfaces Do not provide bituminous materials on absorbent surfaces Glazing tapes Standards To AAMA 800 Products coded 804 3 806 3 807 3 as applicable Elastomeric sealants Sealing compound polyurethane polysulphide acrylic Single component Type II Class A Multi component To ASTM C920 Sealing compound silicone Single component Class A Multi component To
399. ted sheet Z275 AZ150 Galvanized wire 300 g m In line galvanized sections NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 121 insert date STRUCTURE 0331b Brick and block construction Situation Steel lintels Wall ties connectors and Minimum cement other structural steel content mortar accessories above damp grade above damp proof course proof course with after fabrication coating repair ILG 150 External Galvanize after Galvanize after fabrication M2 fabrication 300 g m 300 g m Metallic coated sheet Z600 Galvanized wire 470 g m Corrosion resistance and durability table Medium corrosivity category Situation Steel lintels Wall ties connectors and Minimum cement other structural steel content mortar accessories above damp grade above damp proof course proof course Internal Galvanize after Galvanize after fabrication M2 fabrication 300 g m 300 g m Galvanized wire 300 g m Metallic coated sheet Z275 AZ150 External Galvanize after Galvanize after fabrication M3 fabrication 600 g m 600 g m Galvanized wire 470 g m Corrosion resistance and durability table High corrosivity category Situation Steel lintels Wall ties connectors and Minimum cement other structural steel content mortar accessories above damp grade above damp proof course proof course Internal Galvanize after Galvanize after fabrication M2 fabri
400. teel Institute http www steel org au Select ASI Groups Sustainability provides advice about the percentage of post consumer content in Australian steel and identifies products meeting GBCA criteria Reinforcing bar and mesh is mentioned 0331 Brick and block construction Requirement GBCA document Mat 3 Re used materials Mat 3 Document the re use of bricks and blocks 0332 Stone masonry Requirement GBCA document Mat 3 Re used materials Mat 3 Document the re use of stone elements 0333 Stone repair Requirement GBCA document Man 7 Waste management Mat 3 Re used materials Mat 3 Document the re use of stone elements 0341 Structural steel Requirement GBCA document Mat 6 Steel Mat 9 Design for disassembly Mat 6 The Australian Steel Institute http www steel org au Select ASI Groups Sustainability provides advice about the percentage of post consumer content in Australian steel and identifies products meeting GBCA criteria A number of structural steel elements are mentioned Mat 9 Document a Comprehensive Disassembly Plan 0342 Light steel framing Requirement GBCA document Mat 6 Steel Mat 9 Design for disassembly Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC Oct 08 14 15 01 2009 GENERAL 0169 Green star office as built submissions Mat 6 The Australian Steel Institute http www steel org au Select ASI Groups
401. ter coats NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 246 insert date FINISH 0611 Plastering Finish coats Keep continuously moist for 2 days NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 247 insert date FINISH 0612b Cementitious toppings 0612b CEMENTITIOUS TOPPINGS 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities General Provide cementitious toppings in conformance with Selections and as follows If floating without edge curl If bonded without drummy areas Without obvious shrinkage cracks 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection 1 3 TOLERANCES General Thickness Deviation from the stated thickness Thickness lt 15 mm 2 mm Thickness 2 15 lt 30 mm 5 mm Thickness 2 30 mm 10 mm Flatness deviation Measured under a 3000 mm straightedge laid in any direction on a plane surface Class A lt 3mm Class B 23 lt 5mm 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 PRODUCTS Admixtures Standard To AS 1478 1 Aggregates Standard To AS 2758 1 Coarse aggregate To be nominal single size lt 1 3 topping thickness Fine aggregate To be fine sharp well graded sand with a low clay content and free from efflorescing salts Bonding products General To be proprietary products manufactured for bonding cement based toppings to concrete substrates Cement Standard To AS 3972 Type SL Colouring products General To be proprietary products manufactured for co
402. ter powder coating utilises an enhanced polyester resin Thermoset fluoropolymer coating for factory applied spray coatings on aluminium products includes PVF and PTFE coatings poly tetra fluoro ethylene 1 5 SUBMISSIONS Powder coated samples General Submit on representative substrates samples of each coating system showing surface preparation colour gloss level texture and physical properties Manufacturer s documents General Submit the selected manufacturer s details at least 3 weeks before the material is required for fabrication as follows Recommended coating system for the nominated service condition Brand name Storage and handling recommendations Maintenance recommendations Specialist applicators General Submit name and contact details of proposed specialist applicators as registered by the coating manufacturer Accreditation To the Australasian Institute of Surface Finishing Warranties General Submit the coating manufacturer s warranties noted in Selections NATSPEC Oct 08 287 insert date FINISH 0673 Powder coatings 2 EXECUTION 2 1 CLEANING Architectural aluminium applications Completed assembly Clean to AS 3715 Appendix C NATSPEC Oct 08 288 insert date
403. ter steel trowelling abrasive blast the cured surface to provide texture or to form patterns without exposing the coarse aggregate using hard sharp graded abrasive fine aggregate particles Coloured applied finish To a steel trowel finished surface apply a proprietary liquid or dry shake material in accordance with the manufacturer s written requirements Stamped and coloured pattern paved finish A complete proprietary finishing system Burnished finish Continue steel trowelling until the concrete surface attains a polished or glossy appearance Exposed aggregate After steel trowelling grind the cured surface of the concrete to expose the coarse aggregate Surface finishes General Provide surface finishes in conformance with the Cementitious toppings construction schedule Floor finish dividers General Finish cementitious toppings at junctions with differing floor finishes with a corrosion resistant metal dividing strip suitable fixed to the background with top edge flush to the finished floor If changes of floor finish occur at doorways make the junction directly below the closed door Control joints Control joints in background Provide joints in toppings to coincide with control joints in the background Topping joints Provide joints to divide toppings into bays as follows Form in situ using square edge steel forms and trowelling a 3 mm radius to edges Form a groove extending at least one quarter the depth of
404. tered testing authority 2 3 MATERIALS AND COMPONENTS Consistency General For the whole quantity of each material or product use the same manufacturer or source and provide consistent type size quality and appearance Corrosion resistance General Conform to the following corrosivity category with regard to worksection corrosion resistance tables Corrosivity category Low Corrosivity category Low Medium High Location Distance to More than 10 km from 1 to 10 km from water 200 to 1000 m from Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 32 15 01 2009 GENERAL 0171b General requirements Corrosivity category Low Medium High mean high water mark water subject to breaking subject to breaking surf water subject to breaking surf or More than 1km jor surf or O to 100 m from from salt water not 100 to 1000 m from salt isalt water not subject to subject to breaking surf water not subject to breaking surf or Heavy breaking surf or industrial areas Non heavy industrial areas Situation The following classification of situation applies to tables in the worksection corrosion resistance tables Internal building fabric protected from salt and moisture by vapour barriers sarking sheathing and building wraps External includes external leaf and air spaces behind external leaf brickwork or blockwork walls Galvanizing Sever
405. ternal glazing is watertight and airtight Temporary marking Use a method which does not harm the glass Remove marking on completion Toughened glass Do not cut work or permanently mark after toughening Use installation methods which prevent the glass making direct contact with metals or other non resilient materials Heat absorbing glass In locations exposed to direct sunlight provide wheel cut edges free from damage or blemishes with minimum feather Preglazing Window assemblies and glazed doors Supply inclusive of glazing shop preglazed Site glazing External timber framed glazing Glaze with putty Windows and glazed doors General Install windows and glazed doors so that the frames Are plumb level straight and true within acceptable building tolerances Are fixed or anchored to the building structure in conformance with the wind action loading requirements Will not carry any building loads including loads caused by structural deflection or shortening Allow for thermal movement Weatherproofing Flashing and weatherings Install flashings weather bars drips storm moulds caulking and pointing so that water is prevented from penetrating the building between the window frame and the building structure under the prevailing service conditions including normal structural movement of the building Fixing Fasteners and fastener spacing Conform to the recommendations of the manufacturer Fasteners Conceal
406. tested with a 3 m straight edge and with tiles having deep keys or frogs Nominal thickness 6 mm Adhesive bedding application General Apply adhesive by notched trowel to walls and floors and direct to tiles if required to provide evenly distributed coverage after laying as follows Domestic internal walls gt 65 Domestic internal floors gt 80 Other wall and floors gt 90 Wet areas and bench tops 100 Pattern of distribution of adhesive As described in AS 3958 1 clause 5 6 4 3 Verify by examining one tile in ten as work proceeds Wall tile spacers Do not use spacer types that inhibit the distribution of adhesive NATSPEC Apr 08 261 insert date FINISH 0652 CAVALIER BREMWORTH amp ONTERA MODULAR CARPETS Curing Allow the adhesive to cure for the period nominated by the manufacturer prior to grouting or allowing foot traffic Mortar beds For floor tiles Either lightly dust the screeded bed surface with dry cement and trowel level until the cement is damp or spread a thin slurry of neat cement or cement based thin bed adhesive on to the tile back Do not provide mortar after initial set has occurred Nominal thickness 20 to 40 mm Thick reinforced beds Place mortar bed in two layers and incorporate the mesh reinforcement in the first layer 3 7 MOVEMENT JOINTS General General Provide movement joints carried through the tile and the bedding to the Movement joints schedule and as
407. th associated hardware and fabricated with fixed parts firmly joined Locks and latches Standard To AS 4145 3 Window catches Provide 2 catches per sash to manually latched awning or hopper sashes over 1000 mm wide 3 EXECUTION 3 1 INSTALLATION Fasteners Materials Use materials compatible with the item being fixed and of sufficient strength size and quality to perform their function Concealed fixings Provide a corrosion resistant finish Exposed fixings Match exposed fixings to the material being fixed Support Provide appropriate back support for example lock stiles blocking wall noggings and backing plates for hardware fixings Hollow metal sections Provide backing plates drilled and tapped for screw fixing or provide rivet nuts with machine thread screws Do not use self tapping screws or pop rivets Window hardware Proprietary window systems Provide the standard hardware and internal fixing points for personnel safety harness attachment where required by and complying with the governing regulations Operation Ensure working parts are accurately fitted to smooth close bearings without binding or sticking free from rattle or excessive play lubricated where appropriate Supply Delivery Deliver window hardware items ready for installation in individual complete sets for each window set Clearly labelled to show its intended location In a separate dust and moisture proof package Including
408. th tongues and grooves along the lengths of the boards Parquet Timber mosaic panels or blocks bonded to a background either directly or over an underlay Mosaic parquetry panels Pre assembled timber finger modules held together to form tiles or panels Block parquet Square groups of pre finished timber blocks laid individually Underlay Sheet material fixed to supporting structure and forming part of the substrate on which flooring may be continuously supported Acoustic underlay A resilient underlay providing acoustic isolation NATSPEC Oct 07 Amat Apr 08 268 linsert date FINISH 0655 Timber flooring 1 4 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give notice so that inspection may be made of the following Substrate before laying flooring Control joints Before fitting skirting Trial set out Before execution Completed installation before the application of coated finishes 1 5 TESTS Product moisture content General Confirm that the moisture content of timber flooring products as delivered matches the moisture content of the substrate as measured on site If there is a mismatch allow for acclimatisation Test method for timber products To AS NZS 1080 1 Test method for concrete substrate To AS NZS 2455 1 Appendix B 1 6 SUBMISSIONS Product samples General Submit samples of each timber flooring type illustrating the range of variation in colour and figure Verification Certificate Submit a
409. the building s greenhouse gas emissions to levels below the Conditional Requirement Emi 4 Document thermal insulation that is free of ozone depleting substances in both manufacture and composition 0731 Fans Requirement GBCA document IEQ 12 Internal noise levels Ene 1 Greenhouse gas emissions IEQ 12 Document upper limits of noise caused by fans in the Centrifugal fan schedule In line centrifugal fan schedule Axial flow fan schedule Roof mounted fan schedule and Window wall mounted fan schedule Ene 1 Document systems that contribute to reducing the building s greenhouse gas emissions to levels below the Conditional Requirement 0733 Air coils Requirement GBCA document Ene 1 Greenhouse gas emissions Ene 1 Document systems that contribute to reducing the building s greenhouse gas emissions to levels below the Conditional Requirement 0734 Humidifiers Requirement GBCA document IEQ 15 mould prevention IEQ 15 Document measures to maintain humidity within ranges nominated 0741 Ductwork Requirement GBCA document IEQ 12 Internal noise levels Ene 1 Greenhouse gas emissions Mat 4 Shell and core or integrated fitout IEQ 12 Document maximum in duct NC noise levels in the Ductwork schedule Ene 1 Document systems that contribute to reducing the building s greenhouse gas emissions to levels below the Conditional Requirement Mat 4 Document ducts from air supply and return air rise
410. the free passage of persons Interfere with or cause obstruction or impediment to the normal operation of fire doors providing access to this stairway or Remove damage or otherwise interfere with this notice Letter size gt 20 mm title gt 3 mm rest Sign type Engraved and filled in contrasting colours Compliance BCA ACT D1 101 Fire hose reels and fire hydrants Position Cupboard door or adjacent the FHR NATSPEC Apr 05 Amdt Apr 08 235 linsert date INTERIOR 0581b Signs and display Message FIRE HOSE REEL and or FIRE HYDRANT Letter size External cabinets 75 mm Internal cabinets 50 mm Sign type White adhesive backed vinyl Compliance AS 2441 AS 2419 1 BCA E1 3 and E1 4 Fire hose reel location sign Position Above or adjacent the FHR if located in a recess or obscure location Message To AS 2441 Figure 10 1 Letter size 16mm Sign type Adhesive backed vinyl Compliance AS 2441 Fire brigade booster assembly cabinet Position Cabinet doors Message FIRE HYDRANT BOOSTER or FIRE HYDRANT AND SPRINLER BOOSTER or COMBINED FIRE HYDRANT AND SPRINKLER BOOSTER as appropriate If a feed fire hydrant is enclosed in the cabinet add the symbol FH within a 100 mm circle of thickness and colour to match lettering Letter size 250 mm Sign type Adhesive backed vinyl Compliance AS 2419 1 clause 7 9 Portable fire extinguisher
411. the main stem others as necessary to stabilise the plant Tie types For plants 2 5 m high Two strands of 2 5 mm galvanized wire neatly twisted together passed through reinforced rubber or plastic hose and installed around stake and stem in a figure of eight pattern For plants lt 2 5 m high 50 mm hessian webbing stapled to the stake Trunk protection Collar guards 200 mm length of 100 mm diameter agricultural pipe split lengthways 3 7 COMPLETION Product certification Certification Submit the supplier s written statement certifying that plants are true to the required species and type and are free from diseases pests and weeds Cleaning Stakes and ties Remove those no longer required at the end of the planting establishment period Temporary fences Remove temporary protective fences at the end of the planting establishment period Warranty Parties Supplier s to the principal Form All the plants supplied under these works are true to species and type and free of disease fungal infection and or any other impediment to their future growth and that they have been fully acclimatised for the conditions of the site Submission of warranty At the time of each delivery 4 ESTABLISHMENT 4 1 GENERAL Responsibilities Plant establishment Maintain the contract area during the plant establishment period 72 NATSPEC Apr 08 insert date SITE 0250b Landscape gardening Plant establishment period
412. the necessary templates fixings and fixing instructions NATSPEC Apr 05 173 insert date ENCLOSURE 0452b Window hardware 3 2 COMPLETION Adjustment Leave the hardware properly adjusted with working parts in working order and clean undamaged properly adjusted and lubricated where appropriate Keys Contractor s keys Immediately before practical completion replace cylinders to which the contractor has had key access during construction with new cylinders which exclude the contractor s keys Keys For locks keyed to differ and locks keyed alike verify quantities against key records and deliver to the contract administrator at practical completion Key codes Submit the lock manufacturer s record of the key coding system showing each lock type number and type of key supplied key number for re ordering and name of supplier NATSPEC Apr 05 174 insert date ENCLOSURE 0453b Doors and hatches 0453b DOORS AND HATCHES 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities General Provide doors frames doorsets security screen doors and fire doorsets as scheduled in Selections 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection 1 3 INTERPRETATION Definitions General For the purposes of this worksection the definitions given below apply Balanced construction A construction of flush doors in which the facings on one side of the core are essentially equal in thickness grain
413. the owners and occupants or their representatives as evidence of conditions existing before commencement of work Endorsed copies Submit one endorsed copy of each record Keep the other endorsed copy on site Purpose of submission Information only Adjoining properties to be recorded schedule Title Owner Description 20 28 Robinson Avenue Perth Builder to determine 434 438 William Street Perth Builder to determine 446 448 William Street Perth Builder to determine 1 3 CONSTRUCTION PLANT Access Access route to site via William Street Perth Parking Owner s existing parking areas Use only designated parking areas Contractor parking is to be onsite where possible On site Traffic Management Plan to be submitted to the Architect for review and approval prior to construction It is the Contractor s responsibility to adhere to the Local Authority s off site parking requirements Off site Traffic Management Plan to be submitted to the Town of Vincent for approval Use of existing services General Existing services may be used as temporary services for the performance of the contract subject to conditions stated in the Existing services schedule Existing services schedule Service Conditions of use Water connection Contractor to pay for all water usage of building works during the construction contract period Provide separate metering and reimburse owner Protective clothing Protecti
414. tion General Before applying decorative or protective prefinishes to metal components complete welding cutting drilling and other fabrication and prepare the surface using a suitable method Standard To AS 1627 Priming steel surfaces If site painting is specified to otherwise uncoated mild steel or similar surfaces Prime after fabrication and before delivery to the works After installation repair damaged priming and complete the coverage to unprimed surfaces Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 43 15 01 2009 GENERAL 0183b Metals and prefinishes Welding Aluminium To AS 1665 Stainless steel To AS NZS 1554 6 Steel To AS NZS 1554 1 3 2 PREPAINTING Air drying enamel Application Spray or brush Finish Full gloss General use Primer Two pack epoxy primer to AS NZS 3750 13 Top coats 2 coats to AS 3730 6 Oil resistant use Primer Two pack epoxy primer to AS NZS 3750 13 Top coats 2 coats to AS NZS 3750 22 Equipment paint system Description Brush or spray application using paint as follows Full gloss enamel finish coats oil and petrol resistant AS NZS 3750 22 two coats Prime coat to metal surfaces generally AS 4089 or AS NZS 3750 20 Prime coat to zinc coated steel AS 3730 15 Undercoat AS AS NZS 3750 21 Prepainted metal products Standard To AS NZS 2728 Product type as noted in AS NZS 2728 Not lower than the
415. tion Notice Inspection Give notice so inspection may be made of the following Setout prior to construction Footings prior to pouring concrete 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 STEEL Steel tubes Posts rails stays and pickets To AS 1163 Grade C 350 LO Wire Chainwire cable wire tie wire and barbed wire To AS 2423 3 EXECUTION 3 1 CONSTRUCTION GENERALLY Set out General Set out the fence line and mark the positions of posts gates and bracing panels Clearing Fence line Except trees or shrubs to be retained clear vegetation within 1 metre of the fence alignment Grub out the stumps and roots of removed trees or shrubs and trim the grass to ground level but do not remove the topsoil Excavation Posts Excavate post holes so that they have vertical sides and a firm base Spread surplus material on the principal s side of the fence Erection Line and level Erect posts vertically Set heights to follow the contours of natural ground Earth footings Base Place 100 mm of gravel in the footing base under posts Compaction Backfill with earth around posts compacting firmly by hand or machine in 150 mm deep layers Concrete footings In ground Place mass concrete around posts and finish with a weathered top falling 25 mm from the post to ground level 65 NATSPEC Apr 08 linsert date SITE 0242b Landscape fences and barriers On slabs Provide welded and drilled post base flanges for fixing with mason
416. tions in moisture are likely allow for shrinkage swelling and differential movement Surface finish Hardwood To AS 2796 1 Table B1 Softwood To AS 4785 1 Table B1 3 EXECUTION 3 1 WORKMANSHIP Ploughing General Back plough boards liable to warp e g if exposed externally on one face Make the width depth and distribution of ploughs appropriate to the dimensions of the board and degree of exposure Painting Edges Chamfer edges of work to receive paint or similar coatings Priming For woodwork to be painted prime hidden surfaces before assembly NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 07 48 insert date GENERAL 0191 Sundry items 0191 SUNDRY ITEMS 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities General Provide sundry items that are Undamaged and free of surface defects or distortions Correctly located and aligned plumb level and straight Connected to the nominated service s if required Selections Conform to the Selections 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection 1 3 INTERPRETATIONS Abbreviations General For the purposes of this worksection the abbreviations given below apply 1 4 INSPECTIONS Notice Inspection Give notice so inspection can be made of the following Set out of item locations prior to fixing Completion of installation 1 5 SUBMISSIONS Shop drawings General Submit shop drawings showing the following information Details of
417. tive overlay wood panels Australian Wood Panels Association AWPA JAS ANZ Scheme High pressure decorative laminate sheets Standard To AS NZS 2924 1 Class Definition Typical applications CG S or F Compact general purpose High performance self supporting vertical or horizontal surfaces HD S or F Horizontal heavy duty High performance horizontal surfaces HG S or P Horizontal general purpose General horizontal surfaces and high performance vertical surfaces VG S or P Vertical general purpose General vertical surfaces and light duty horizontal surfaces VL S Vertical light duty Light duty vertical surfaces Thickness minimum For horizontal surfaces fixed to a continuous background 1 2 mm For vertical surfaces fixed to a continuous background 0 8 mm For post formed laminate fixed to a continuous background 0 8 mm For vertical surfaces fixed intermittently e g to studs 3 0 mm For edge strips 0 4 mm Stone facings General Provide stone slabs within the visual range of the approved samples Repair mud veins or lines of separation that are integral to the selected pattern with resin fillers and back lining Vinyl and linoleum Material Desktop grade sheeting Fixing Spray adhesives to flat surfaces and double stick contact adhesive method to curved surfaces Plastics and rubber Splashbacks Glass 6 mm toughened colourback glass with a factory applied opaque coating
418. to AS 1163 Circular sections less than 165 mm nominal outside diameter C250 C350 Sections other than the above C350 C450 Cold formed purlins and girts to AS 1397 G450 Z350 2 2 BOLTS Bolts nuts and washers General Hot dip galvanized corrosion free coated in oil and in serviceable condition 3 EXECUTION 3 1 FABRICATION General Substitution If substitution of members is proposed provide details Beam camber General If beam members have a natural camber within the straightness tolerance fabricate and erect them with the camber up Straightening Care If straightening or flattening members do not damage Work exposed to view Welds Grind smooth but do not reduce the weld below its nominal size Shearing flame cutting and chipping Perform carefully and accurately Corners and edges Grind fair those corners and edges which are sharp marred or roughened Site work General Other than work shown on the shop drawings as site work do not fabricate modify or weld structural steel on site Identification marks General Provide marks or other means of identifying each member compatible with the finish for the setting out location erection and connection of the steelwork Monorail beams Identify and mark rated capacity in accordance with AS 1418 18 clause 5 12 6 NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 07 127 insert date STRUCTURE 0341b Structural steel Tolerances Measurement Tolerances are to be checked b
419. ts General Provide proprietary lifting devices with published load data designed specifically for lifting concrete elements Use face and edge lifters as required Requirements Comply with the following Mark the working load capacities on the exposed face so that it can be identified even after the unit has been cast into concrete Do not use reinforcing bars as lifting hoops Provide hot dipped galvanizing finish with a coating thickness of 600 gm m to all cast in lifting and bracing devices Provide bracing inserts designed by the erection design engineer Capacity To AS 3850 clauses 2 4 2 and 2 4 3 Attachments for handling Sealing Recess lifting attachments such as bracing ferrules or other types of cast in fixings and provides plugs for sealing Do not place lifting attachments holes and other temporary fixings for handling purposes on visible faces of units Attachments for structural or architectural fixings Ferrules Provides ferrules anchored behind the reinforcing as shown on the drawings Dowel bars Provide dowel bars loose cast in or screwed into a ferrule or coupler and projecting from the precast unit Alternatively where dowels are cast into and project from in situ concrete provide a mating sleeve without tube Grout tube Provide grout tubes as documented made from thin wall galvanised duct or similar cast into either in situ concrete or the precast unit into which a dowel bar will be grouted C
420. ts to fill any voids left from pre grouting Clean off surplus grout When grout has set wash down If necessary use a proprietary cement remover Caulked joints General Provide caulked joints filled with sealant and finished flush with the tile surface as follows Where tiling is cut around sanitary fixtures Around fixtures interrupting the tile surface for example pipes brackets bolts and nibs Atjunctions with elements such as window and door frames and built in cupboards Material Anti fungal modified silicone Width 5 mm Depth Equal to the tile thickness NATSPEC Apr 08 262 insert date FINISH 0652 CAVALIER BREMWORTH amp ONTERA MODULAR CARPETS 3 9 JOINT ACCESSORIES Floor finish dividers General Finish tiled floors at junctions with differing floor finishes with a corrosion resistant metal dividing strip suitably fixed to the substrate with top edge flush with the finished floor Where changes of floor finish occur at doorways make the junction directly below the closed door Stepping Less than 5 mm Adjustments If the floor finish divider was installed by the wet area waterproof membrane applicator check that the height is sufficient for the topping and tile thickness Adjust as required with a matching flat bar adhesive fixed to the divider angle Weather bars General Provide a corrosion resistant metal weather bar under hinged external doors Locate under the centres of closed doors 3 10 COM
421. ttings Fibre reinforced cement FRC To AS 4139 lt 450 mm diameter Pre socketed at one end with a factory fitted Adco coupling gt 450 mm diameter To have a purpose machined internal spigot and socket system within the pipe wall Glass reinforced polyester GRP To AS 3571 Cast iron manhole covers and frames To AS 1830 and AS 1831 as appropriate Polyvinyl chloride PVC To AS 1254 AS NZS 1260 AS 1273 Polyethylene PE To AS NZS 4129 AS NZS 4130 ISO 8770 or AS NZS 2033 Precast concrete To AS NZS 4058 Rubber ring joints elastomeric seals To AS 1646 Subsoil To AS 2439 1 Vitrified clay or ceramic To AS 1741 62 NATSPEC Apr 08 linsert date SITE 0224b Stormwater site 3 EXECUTION 3 1 STORMWATER DRAINS Location General Provide stormwater drains to connect downpipes surface drains subsoil drains and drainage pits to the outlet point or point of connection Make sure that location of piping will not interfere with other services and building elements not yet installed or built Subject to the preceding and documented layouts follow the most direct route with the least number of changes in direction Downpipe connections Turn up branch pipelines with bends to meet the downpipe finishing 50 mm nominal above finished ground or pavement level Seal joints between downpipes and drains Laying General Lay in straight lines between changes in direction or grade with socket end placed upstr
422. tures schedule Document rainwater tanks in the Rainwater tank schedule 0811 Sanitary fixtures Requirement GBCA document Wat 1 Occupant amenity water Wat 1 Document water efficient products in the Sanitary fixtures schedules 0812 Tapware Requirement GBCA document Wat 1 Occupant amenity water Wat 1 Document water efficient products in the Appliances schedule and the Tapware schedules 0813 Water heaters Requirement GBCA document Ene 1 Greenhouse gas emissions Ene 5 Peak energy demand reduction Emi 4 Insulant ODP Ene 1 Document systems that contribute to reducing the building s greenhouse gas emissions to levels below the Conditional Requirement Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC Oct 08 25 15 01 2009 GENERAL 0169 Green star office as built submissions Ene 5 Document solar and heat pump hot water systems in the Solar water heater schedule and the Heat pump water heater schedule Emi 4 Document thermal insulation that is free of ozone depleting substances in both manufacture and composition 0814 Hydraulic pumps Requirement GBCA document Ene 1 Greenhouse gas emissions Wat 1 Occupant amenity water Ene 1 Document systems that contribute to reducing the building s greenhouse gas emissions to levels below the Conditional Requirement Wat 1 Document pumps for rainwater harvesting systems in the Pump schedule 0822 Wastewater Requirement GB
423. uate soil moisture Rubbish removal Rubbish Remove loose rubbish such as bottles papers and cigarette butts from the site Execute this work regularly so that all areas are free from rubbish when observed at bi weekly intervals Leaf litter Remove from all path and lawn areas Mulched surfaces Inspection Bi weekly to determine mulch requirements Mulch depth Maintain 75 mm cover and ensure weed suppression and the quality of finish Re mulching Maintain the original ground levels around the base of plants 4 4 WATERING Establishment Water quality pH between 5 5 and 7 5 Total soluble salts less than 1000 mgl litre No substances that would be toxic to plant growth Watering program Minimum three complete waterings soaking to a depth of 150 mm at fortnightly intervals for the first 6 weeks of plant establishment irrespective of natural rainfall Water restrictions Co ordinate the water supply and confirm the watering regime against Commonwealth State and Territory Government legislation and restrictions at the time Irrigation Irrigation system program To suit the following The precipitation requirements of the individual zones stations with regard to types of plants The infiltration rate of the soil medium and associated physical factors seasons evaporation exposure topography local authority restrictions An allowance for adjustment or shut down during and after periods prolonged heavy rains Eq
424. uid or gel form and air cured to form a seamless film Sheet applied Membranes applied in sheet form with joints lapped and bonded Membrane systems Combinations of membranes flashings drainage and accessories which form waterproof barriers and which may be Loose laid Bonded to substrates fully or partially Fixed mechanically to substrates Protected either by ballast or an external insulation also known as inverted membrane roof assembly IRMA or by both Trafficable which may be for maintenance pedestrians or vehicles Plasticised PVC Rigid PVC made flexible with plasticisers to form a plastic sheet membrane vinyl Seamless membranes Membranes applied in liquid or gel form and air cured to form a seamless film Slip sheets Are used to isolate the membrane system from the supporting substrate or from the topping or mortar bedding above and are sometimes referred to as cleavage membranes and are similar to bond breakers The most common material is polyethylene sheeting 1 4 STANDARDS Stormwater drainage Standard To AS NZS 3500 3 NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 154 insert date ENCLOSURE 0411b Waterproofing external and tanking 1 5 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give notice so that inspection may be made as follows Substrate preparation completed Secondary layers preparation completed Before membranes are covered up or concealed Underflashings complete prior to installation
425. uipment maintenance Check all components for proper operation Repair or replace damaged component with equivalent parts 74 NATSPEC Apr 08 insert date SITE 0250b Landscape gardening Flush any dirt or foreign matter from the system and clear all blockages Operation Ensure by adjustment or replacement of components that the overall operation of the system is efficient and operational for the entire planting establishment period Hand watering General Manually water all lawn and planting areas in the absence of an irrigation system or until the proposed irrigation system is fully operational soaking to a depth of 150 mm for lawn and 300 mm for planting Avoid frequent dampening of the surface Allow the surface of the soil to partially dry out between waterings 4 5 COMPLIANCE Criteria Generally Plant establishment shall be deemed complete subject to the following Repairs to planting media completed Ground surfaces are covered with the specified treatment to the specified depths Pests disease or nutrient deficiencies or toxicities are not evident Organic and rock mulched surfaces have been maintained in a weed free and tidy condition and to the specified depth Vegetation is established and well formed Vegetation cover to cell seeded and or hydromulched areas to the Plant establishment compliance schedule Plants have healthy root systems that have penetrated into the surrounding
426. uired barricades guards fencing shoring temporary roadways footpaths signs lighting watching and traffic flagging Accessways services Do not obstruct or damage roadways and footpaths drains and watercourses and other existing services in use on or adjacent to the site Determine the location of such services Property Do not interfere with or damage property which is to remain on or adjacent to the site including adjoining property encroaching onto the site and trees Rectification Accessways services Rectify immediately any obstruction or damage to roadways and footpaths drains and watercourses and other existing services in use on or adjacent to the site Provide temporary services whilst repairs are carried out Property Rectify immediately any interference or damage to property which is to remain on or adjacent to the site including adjoining property encroaching onto the site and trees Existing services General Attend to existing services as follows If the service is to be continued repair divert or relocate Submit proposals If the service crosses the line of a required trench or will lose support when the trench is excavated provide permanent support for the existing service Submit proposals If the service is to be abandoned remove redundant parts and make safe Proposals Submit proposals for action to be taken with respect to existing services before starting this work Minimise the number and
427. uired moisture content Layer thickness 150 mm maximum and 75 mm minimum after compaction Provide equal layers in multilayer courses NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 79 linsert date SITE 0272s Asphaltic concrete 0272s ASPHALTIC CONCRETE 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities General Provide a finished surface which is as follows Free draining and evenly graded between level points Even and smooth riding Standards Hot mix asphalt Comply with the recommendations of AS 2150 NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 80 insert date SITE 0276 Segmental pavers sand bed 0276 SEGMENTAL PAVERS SAND BED 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities General Provide segmental paving surfaces for pavement footpath and landscape works that are as follows In conformance with the level tolerances specified Consistent in colour and finish Firmly bonded to substrates for the expected life of the installation To direct all water flowing from supply points to drainage outlets without leakage to the substrate or adjacent areas Selections Conform to the Selections 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection Associated worksections Associated worksections Conform to the following Site management Earthwork for subgrade preparation Stormwater site Pavement base and subbase for subbase and base preparation Pavement ancillaries
428. ulch so that after settling or after rolling it is smooth and evenly graded between design surface levels sloped towards the base of plant stems in plantation beds and not closer to the stem than 50 mm in the case of gravel mulches 71 NATSPEC Apr 08 insert date SITE 0250b Landscape gardening In mass planted areas Place after the preparation of the planting bed but before planting and other work In smaller areas e g planter boxes Place after the preparation of the planting bed planting and other work Extent To surrounds of plants planted in riplines and grass areas provide mulch to 750 mm diameter Depths Spread organic mulch to a depth of 75 mm and gravel mulch to a depth of 50 mm 3 5 SPRAYING Notice General Immediately give notice of evidence of insect attack or disease amongst plant material Spraying Product Where required spray with insecticide fungicide or both 3 6 STAKES AND TIES Stakes Material Hardwood straight free from knots or twists pointed at one end Installation Drive stakes into the ground at least one third of their length avoiding damage to the root system Stake sizes For plants gt 2 5 m high Three 50 x 50 x 2400 mm stakes per plant For plants 1 2 5 m high Two 50 x 50 x 1800 mm stakes per plant For plants lt 1 m high One 38 x 38 x 1200 mm stake per plant Ties General Provide ties fixed securely to the stakes one tie at half the height of
429. ument IEQ 12 Internal noise levels Ene 1 Greenhouse gas emissions Ene 5 Peak energy demand reduction IEQ 12 Document engine exhaust silencers and insulation and allowable noise level Ene 1 Document systems that contribute to reducing the building s greenhouse gas emissions to levels below the Conditional Requirement Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC Oct 08 26 15 01 2009 GENERAL 0169 Green star office as built submissions Ene 5 Document diesel power generation system capacity in the Performance schedule 0933 Power generation photovoltaic Requirement GBCA document Ene 1 Greenhouse gas emissions Ene 5 Peak energy demand reduction Ene 1 Document systems that contribute to reducing the building s greenhouse gas emissions to levels below the Conditional Requirement Ene 5 Document photovoltaic power generation system capacity in the System performance schedule 0951 Lighting Requirement GBCA document IEQ 6 High frequency ballasts IEQ 7 Electric lighting levels Ene 1 Greenhouse gas emissions Ene 3 Lighting power density IEQ 6 Document high frequency ballasts for fluorescent luminaries in the Luminaire schedule IEQ 7 Document lighting levels in the Luminaire schedule and the Lighting control schedules Ene 1 Document systems that contribute to reducing the building s greenhouse gas emissions to levels below the Conditional Requirement
430. underlay installed on the base or subgrade Completed formwork and reinforcement cores fixings and embedded items fixed in place Surfaces or elements to be concealed in the final work before covering Commencement of concrete placing 1 5 SUBMISSIONS Consiruction proposals Concrete Submit proposals for mixing placing finishing and curing concrete including the following Addition of water at the site Changes to the plastic concrete mix Curing and protection methods Cutting or coring If cutting or coring of hardened concrete is proposed provide details Sawn joints Submit proposed methods timing and sequence of sawing joints Pre mixed supply Delivery docket For each batch submit a docket listing the information required by AS 1379 and the following information For special class performance concrete specified performance and type of cement binder For special class prescription concrete details of mix additives and type of cement binder Method of placement and climate conditions during pour The amount of water if any added at the site NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 06 105 insert date STRUCTURE 0314b Concrete in situ 2 PRODUCTS 2 1 MATERIALS Coloured concrete Standard To AS 3610 Polymeric film underlay Vapour barriers and damp proofing membranes To AS 2870 Chemical admixtures Contents Free of chlorides fluorides and nitrates Curing compounds Standard To AS 3799
431. undisturbed ground and not able to be lifted out of its planting hole Vegetation is not restricting essential sight lines and signage Only frangible species are growing within road side clear zones Specified vegetation setbacks from services and road furniture are evident All hard landscape works have been installed and are operating as specified Collection and removal of litter Removal of mulch from drainage and access areas All non conformance reports and defects notifications have been closed out Plant establishment compliance schedule Plant material Acceptable failure per area Acceptable concentration of failure Tube stock lt 10 lt 15 in any given location 140 mm lt 5 lt 15 in any given location 300 mm or larger lt Nil Nil Turf lt 5 Nil Cells lt 5 lt 15 in any given location Direct seeded grass species and lt 15 determined by a 1 m lt 10 cover crop grid on a testing frequency of 1 grid area per 500 m Cover crop lt 5 Nil 75 NATSPEC Apr 08 insert date SITE 0261 Landscape furniture and fixtures 0261 LANDSCAPE FURNITURE AND FIXTURES 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities Selections Conform to the Selections 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection 1 3 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give notice so that inspection may be made of the following Cu
432. ve 10 C is at least the following unless accelerated curing is adopted Fully enclosed internal surfaces Early age concrete 3 days Other concrete surfaces 7 days End of curing period Prevent rapid drying out at the end of the curing period NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 06 108 insert date STRUCTURE 0314b Concrete in situ Protection Maintain at a reasonably constant temperature with minimum moisture loss during the curing period Cold weather curing General Maintain concrete temperature between 10 20 C for curing period Curing compounds Application Provide a uniform continuous flexible coating without visible breaks or pinholes which remains unbroken at least for the required curing period after application Substrates Do not use wax based or chlorinated rubber based curing compounds on surfaces forming substrates to applied finishes concrete toppings and cement based render Self levelling toppings If used also as curing compounds confirm compliance with AS 3799 Visually important surfaces Apply curing compounds to produce uniform colour on adjacent surfaces Hot weather curing Curing compounds If it is proposed to use a curing compound provide details Protection Select a protection method as applicable lf the concrete temperature exceeds 25 C or if not protected against drying winds protect the concrete using a fog spray application of aliphatic alcohol evaporation retardant If amb
433. ve clothing Make available protective clothing for the use of visitors Safety helmets To AS NZS 1801 Type 1 Certification Required Certification provider An organisation accredited by the Joint Accreditation System of Australia and New Zealand JAS ANZ Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC 5 15 01 2009 0142 Preliminaries ABIC SW 1 Temporary services All temporary services for use during construction are the responsibility of the Contractor Temporary fence All temporary fencing and site security during construction are the responsibility of the Contractor Project signboards General Provide project specific signboards and the following Locate where directed Maintain in good condition for duration of the work Obtain permission for removal Remove on completion Project signboard description Location On the front west boundary facing William Street Size 1800mm wide x 2400mm high Text graphics The Hive 440 William Street Perth Other details Builder Builder name Builder s licence number Supervisor Supervisor s licence number Architect Copraxis Architects 9328 4754 Structural Engineer Advanced Building Engineers 9228 4644 Electrical Engineer Connell Wagner 9223 1500 Mechanical Engineer Connell Wagner 9223 1500 Hydraulic Engineer TBC Hydraulics 9486 8666 Fire Services Engineer Schwanke Consulting 9271 1338 BCA Consultant Schwanke Consult
434. ve strength MPa complete delete Handling Care Handle members or components without overstressing or deforming them Protection Wrap or otherwise protect members or components to prevent damage to surface finishes during handling and erection 3 7 REPAIRS General General Repair finishes to ensure the full integrity of each phase and each coating 3 8 COMPLETION Temporary connections General Remove temporary cleats on completion and restore the surface NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 07 129 insert date STRUCTURE 0342 Light steel framing 0342 LIGHT STEEL FRAMING 1 GENERAL 1 1 AIMS Responsibilities General Provide light steel floor wall and roof framing that is In conformance with the performance criteria documented Integrated into the building Suitable for the fixing to it of flooring linings and cladding Independently designed and documented Independently certified by a professional engineer for the design and the erected framing 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection 1 3 STANDARDS General Design materials and protection To AS NZS 4600 Residential and low rise steel framing To NASH National Association of Steel Housing Standard 1 4 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give notice so that inspection may be made of steel framing erected on site before lining or cladding 1 5 SUBMISSIONS Design General Where the structu
435. ween the stormwater and the public sewerage system Dewatering General Keep groundworks free of water Provide and maintain slopes crowns and drains on excavations and embankments to ensure free drainage Place construction including fill masonry concrete and services on ground from which free water has been removed Prevent water flow over freshly laid work Disposal Dispose of water legally 2 3 TRUCK CONTAMINATION Truck contamination precautions Covers Use tarpaulins to prevent the dropping of materials on public roads Washing Wash the underside of all vehicles leaving the site as follows Mud Do not carry mud on to adjacent paved streets or other areas Noxious plants If noxious plants as designated by the Local Authority are present on the site ensure seeds are not carried on to adjacent paved streets or other areas 2 4 MANAGEMENT AND CONTROL PLAN IMPLEMENTATION Approval Approval authority Town of Vincent Implementation General Implement the following approved management and control plans Environmental management control plan Soil erosion and sediment control plan Air quality control plan Waste management plan Ground contamination plan Weed management plan NATSPEC Oct 07 Amat Apr 08 53 linsert date SITE 0221b Site management Reporting General Compile the environment management plan EMP reports regularly to report the progress in relation to Performance a
436. with more than one top coat Services General If not embedded paint new services and equipment including in plant rooms except chromium anodised aluminium GRP UPVC stainless steel non metallic flexible materials and normally lubricated machined surfaces Repaint proprietary items only if damaged Windows Operation Ensure that opening windows function correctly after painting Door leafs Drying Leave doors fixed open to allow drying Do not allow door hardware accessories or the like to damage the door finish during the drying process 4 SELECTIONS 4 1 PAINTING SYSTEMS New unpainted interior surfaces Standard To AS NZS 2311 Table 5 1 NATSPEC Apr 07 Amat Apr 08 281 insert date FINISH 0671b Painting New unpainted exterior surfaces Standard To AS NZS 2311 Table 5 2 Specialised painting systems Standard To AS NZS 2311 clause 5 2 for the following final coats High build textured or membrane finishes B38 to AS NZS 2311 2 pack gloss pigmented polyurethane B44 to AS NZS 2311 2 pack epoxy B29 to AS NZS 2311 2 pack water based epoxy B29A to AS NZS 2311 Previously painted surfaces Apply the following Sealer complete delete Undercoat complete delete 4 2 PAINTING SCHEDULES General Number of coats Unless specified as one or two coat systems each paint system consists of at least 3 coats Final coat selection To the Interior painting schedule and the Exterior pai
437. without using salts or chemicals 3 6 PLACING IN HOT WEATHER Handling General Prevent premature stiffening of the fresh mix and reduce water absorption and evaporation losses Mix transport place and compact the concrete in conformance with the Elapsed delivery time schedule Placing Concrete Maintain the temperature of the freshly mixed concrete in conformance with the Hot weather placing table Formwork and reinforcement Before and during placing maintain temperature at lt 35 C Severe weather General If ambient shade temperature gt 38 C do not mix concrete Temperature control General Select one or more of the following methods of maintaining the specified temperature of the placed concrete Cool the concrete using liquid nitrogen injection before placing Cover the container in which the concrete is transported to the forms Spray the coarse aggregate using cold water prior to mixing Use chilled mixing water Hot weather placing table Concrete element Temperature limit Normal concrete in footings beams columns walls and slabs 35 C Concrete in sections gt 1 min all dimensions except for concrete of 27 C strength 40 MPa or greater in sections exceeding 600 mm in thickness 3 7 CURING General Curing Cure continuously from completion of finishing until the total cumulative number of days or fractions of days during which the air temperature in contact with the concrete is abo
438. wpoint The ambient air temperature is below 5 C or above 40 C The substrate temperature is below 10 C or above 45 C The surface to be coated is wet or damp Where the full prime coat application cannot be carried out before the specified cleanliness of the surface deteriorates For external or site applied coatings The weather is clearly deteriorating or unfavourable for application or curing High wind conditions The surface preparation standard has not been achieved 138 NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Oct 08 linsert date STRUCTURE 0345b Steel protective paint coatings The time between surface blast cleaning and the commencement of coating exceed 4 hours Visual tarnishing or black spots develop on the surface of the metal Exception Preliminary blast or other surface preparations may be performed in conditions that are outside the limits providing the final surface preparation and all coating applications are undertaken under the limit conditions Prior coating Prior to the spray application of each coating stripe coat by brush method all edges welds seams rivets bolts and boltholes including slots Prime the underlying surfaces of replacement bolting washers and nuts prior to installation Procedure Conform to the order shown in the Protective paint coating systems Timing Conform to the minimum and maximum recoat intervals and curing times Detail Stripe coat all welds bolt holes corner
439. ww steel org au Select ASI Groups Sustainability provides advice about the percentage of post consumer content in Australian steel and identifies products meeting GBCA criteria Cladding is not specifically mentioned Mat 8 Refer to guidance text on the certification of timber sources Mat 9 Document a Comprehensive Disassembly Plan 0432 Curtain walls Requirement GBCA document IEQ 9 Thermal comfort Mat 9 Design for disassembly IEQ 9 Document thermal performance requirements Document U values Solar Heat Gain Coefficients SHGC WERS energy ratings and AWA Compliance Certificate requirements in the Window and glazed door performance schedule in Glazing Mat 9 Document a Comprehensive Disassembly Plan 0451 Windows and glazed doors Requirement GBCA document IEQ 1 Ventilation rates IEQ 2 Air change effectiveness IEQ 4 Daylight IEQ 9 Thermal comfort Prepared by Copraxis using Natspec The Hive Specification NATSPEC Oct 08 15 15 01 2009 GENERAL 0169 Green star office as built submissions Ene 1 Greenhouse gas emissions IEQ 1 and IEQ 2 Document openable window areas for naturally ventilated spaces IEQ 4 Document glazing areas and their reflectance and transmittance values IEQ 9 Document openable window areas for naturally ventilated spaces and areas of double glazing for mechanically air conditioned spaces Ene 1 Document U values Solar Heat Gain Coefficients SHGC
440. y measurement after fabrication when corrosion protection has been applied Conformance To AS 4100 clause 14 4 3 2 WELDING General Standard To AS NZS 1554 1 Weld category Weld categories not shown on the drawings Category GP Weld type Weld type not shown on the drawings 6 mm continuous fillet weld made using E48XX electrodes or equivalent 3 3 BOLTING Connections Connection type For connections not shown on the drawings provide 10 mm plates 6 mm continuous fillet welds and 2 M20 bolts in 8 8 s bolting category Foundation bolts General Provide each foundation bolt with 2 nuts and 2 oversize washers and provide sufficient thread to permit the levelling nut and washer to be set below the base plate Lock nuts General Provide lock nuts for bolts in moving parts or parts subject to vibration and for vertical bolts in tension Tensioning of bolting categories 8 8 TB and 8 8 TF Method Use part turn of nut or load indicating washers 3 4 SURFACE PREPARATION AND TREATMENT General General Conform to the Steel protective paint coatings and or Steel hot dip galvanized coatings worksections as appropriate General Coat structural steelwork not encased in concrete Standards To AS 1627 and AS NZS 2312 Section 1 Surface preparation Class 1 blast Coating Coat prepared steelwork as follows Primer Zinc phosphate primer Thickness 70 um Requirement Verify and record thickness Concrete encas
441. y product manufactured for use with the wall system Bonding products General To be proprietary products manufactured for bonding cement based plaster to solid substrates Cement Standard To AS 3972 Type GP Colouring products General To be proprietary products manufactured for colouring cement plaster Integral pigment proportion lt 5 by mass of cement Cornice cement General To be a proprietary product manufactured for use with the cornice Cornices Cast plaster Proprietary item Corrosion resistance and durability General Conform to the Corrosion resistance and durability table or proprietary products with metallic and or organic coatings of equivalent corrosion resistance Corrosion resistance and durability table Low corrosivity category Situation Metal lath beads and embedded items Minimum cement content mix type above damp proof course Internal Galvanize after fabrication 300 g m CRW Metallic coated sheet Z275 AZ150 External Galvanize after fabrication 300 g m CRW Stainless 316 CRM Powder coated aluminium Corrosion resistance and durability table Medium corrosivity category Situation Metal lath beads and embedded items Minimum cement content mix type above damp proof course Internal Galvanize after fabrication 300 g m CRW Metallic coated sheet Z275 AZ150 External Stainless 316 CRM Powder coated aluminium Corrosion resistance and durability tabl
442. ze DN 100 to AS 1074 Seal free ends with fabricated end caps spot welded and ground smooth Finish Galvanize after fabrication 2 3 BICYCLE RACKS General Standards Layout and location to AS 2890 3 NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 85 linsert date SITE 0277 Pavement ancillaries Product Bespoke Visitors rack by artist Richard Coldicutt Style to emultae a bee Material Steel Location Footpath in front of shops Product Proprietory rack Style U bar 2 bikes per stand Material Steel Location Bike Store 3 EXECUTION 3 1 LINEMARKING Setting out General Set out the work to ensure that all markings are placed in accordance with the drawings Surface preparation Surface Clean dry and free of any deposit which may impair adhesion of the paint finish Wet weather Do not apply pavement marking during wet weather or if rain is likely to fall during the process or paint drying time Scabbling Scabble the full area of concrete wearing surfaces to raised pavement markers and remove fine mortar material Provision for traffic Allow for traffic during application and protect pavement markings until the material has hardened sufficiently to carry traffic without damage Mixing of paint Mix all paint in its original container before use and produce a smooth uniform product consistent with the freshly manufactured product Application of paint Longitudinal lines Spray all longitudinal lines with a self prop
443. zero Joints in finished surfaces zero 1 2 CROSS REFERENCES General General Conform to the General requirements worksection 1 3 INSPECTION Notice Inspection Give sufficient notice so that inspection may be made of the following Shop fabricated or assembled items ready for delivery to the site Openings prepared to receive assemblies Site erected assemblies on completion of erection before covering up by cladding and encasing Surfaces prepared for and immediately before site applied finishes Completion of installation 1 4 SUBMISSIONS Samples generally General Submit samples to the Sample table Sample table Description No of samples Each type of board to be used complete with finish and edge stripping 2 Each type of joint 2 Typical item of hardware indicating each finish 2 Samples of the selected stone cladding showing the maximum expected variation 2 x 3 variants Samples of the selected timber veneer showing the maximum expected variation 2 x 3 variants Clear finished samples Initial submission NATSPEC Apr 05 Amat Apr 08 219 Patch of each nominated fabric 2 The finish to all stainless steel items 2 Complete timber bench cupboard door including hardware 1 Complete drawer front including hardware 1 insert date INTERIOR 0551 Joinery Veneered board Three samples each 600 x 600 mm for each species Solid timber Three sam

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