Architectural Security Codes and Guidelines by Wible, Robert;

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SECURE STRUCTURES Against Natural Forces as Well as Terrorism

The only resource to deliver effective, permanent solutions to securing structures right now, Architectural Security Codes and Guidelines defines all the relevant issues as well as the roles and responsibilities of all participants. You'll find in-depth, expert coverage of the environment, sustainability, energy, information technology, changing demographics, and safety vs. affordability.

• Provides step-by-step "best practices" guidelines and at-a-glance checklists for disaster preparation, mitigation, response, and recovery
• Fully addresses topics such as risk-threat assessments, recommended HVAC systems and emergency generators...how to ensure that the elderly/handicapped can exit buildings quickly and safely
• Lists the newest technologies and materials relevant to creating more secure structures...tells how to incorporate them into new construction and/or use them for retrofitting

INSIDE Architectural Security Codes and Guidelines:

• Construction Regulation Then and Now
• Defining the Issues and Roles
• Existing Codes
• Existing Structures: Inspecting and Retrofitting
• Before New Codes Are in Place: Interim Solutions
• Preparation, Mitigation, Response and Recovery for Terrorism and Natural Disasters
• New Technologies and Materials
• Security and the Future Direction of Construction Industry
• Resources for Additional Information

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Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.

In-depth, “what-to-do-now” building strategies to secure structures against natural forces as well as terrorism

This unique, practical resource is written for building owners, architects, engineers, construction managers, and other building professionals who must meet today's urgent security needs. Architectural Security Codes and Guidelines delivers effective, permanent solutions to securing structures right now.

The only resource to provide such on-the-job guidance, Architectural Security Codes and Guidelines defines all relevant issues, including the environment, sustainability, energy, information technology, changing demographics, safety vs. affordability, and much more, and outlines the roles and responsibilities of all participants.

• Provides step-by-step “best practices” guidelines and at-a-glance checklists for disaster preparation, mitigation, response, and recovery
• Fully addresses topics such as risk-threat assessments, recommended HVAC systems and emergency generators…how to ensure that the elderly/handicapped can exit buildings quickly and safely…more
• Lists the newest technologies and materials relevant to creating more secure structures…explains their advantages and disadvantages…tells how to incorporate them into new construction and/or use them for retrofitting

INSIDE Architectural Security Codes and Guidelines

Construction Regulation Then and Now • Defining the Issues and Roles • Existing Codes • Existing Structures: Inspecting and Retrofitting • Before New Codes Are in Place: Interim Solutions • Preparation, Mitigation, Response and Recovery for Terrorism and Natural Disasters • New Technologies and Materials • Security and the Future Direction of Construction Industry • Resources for Additional Information

Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.

In-depth, “what-to-do-now” building strategies to secure structures against natural forces as well as terrorism

This unique, practical resource is written for building owners, architects, engineers, construction managers, and other building professionals who must meet today's urgent security needs. Architectural Security Codes and Guidelines delivers effective, permanent solutions to securing structures right now.

The only resource to provide such on-the-job guidance, Architectural Security Codes and Guidelines defines all relevant issues, including the environment, sustainability, energy, information technology, changing demographics, safety vs. affordability, and much more, and outlines the roles and responsibilities of all participants.

• Provides step-by-step “best practices” guidelines and at-a-glance checklists for disaster preparation, mitigation, response, and recovery
• Fully addresses topics such as risk-threat assessments, recommended HVAC systems and emergency generators…how to ensure that the elderly/handicapped can exit buildings quickly and safely…more
• Lists the newest technologies and materials relevant to creating more secure structures…explains their advantages and disadvantages…tells how to incorporate them into new construction and/or use them for retrofitting

INSIDE Architectural Security Codes and Guidelines

Construction Regulation Then and Now • Defining the Issues and Roles • Existing Codes • Existing Structures: Inspecting and Retrofitting • Before New Codes Are in Place: Interim Solutions • Preparation, Mitigation, Response and Recovery for Terrorism and Natural Disasters • New Technologies and Materials • Security and the Future Direction of Construction Industry • Resources for Additional Information

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Tartalomjegyzék:

PART I: Overview

Chapter 1: Codes and Regulations and the Construction Team

Chapter 2: Challenges Facing the Construction Team: Revising Codes and Standards, Redefining Roles and Responsibilities

Chapter 3: Findings from the World Trade Center Towers Collapse and Other Post-9/11 Disasters: What Is It That We Want Buildings to Do?

PART II: Existing Guidelines, Codes and Standards and How They Protect Buildings and the Public from Disasters

Chapter 4: Beginning with the End in Mind: Assessing Risk, Threats, and Mitigation Strategies

Chapter 5: Existing Construction Standards, Codes, Practices, and Guidelines that Promote Security and Disaster Resilience in New Construction

Chapter 6: Existing Buildings: Inspections and Retrofitting

PART III: Addressing New Issues: Viewing the Building as a Complete Life-Cycle System

Chapter 7: Homeland Security and the Issues of Energy, Sustainability, Environment, Accessibility and New Products, Materials and Techniques

Chapter 8: A World Transformed: A Vision of One Possible Future for the Construction Industry and Construction Team

APPENDIX: RESOURCES, WEB SITES, AND CHAPTER NOTES

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