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ATC-20 Building Safety Evaluation Guide by Carlos Arturo García is a document available to read on EtoBox.
What is ATC-20 Building Safety Evaluation Guide about?
The document provides guidance for evaluating building safety after an earthquake. It outlines three main safety concerns: collapse, falling hazards, and other hazards. It describes a basic approach of inspecting for expected and unexpected damage while assuming aftershocks may occur, and using judgment to assess risk. A posting system of green (inspected), yellow (limited entry), and red (unsafe) placards is described to communicate the safety status to occupants. The evaluation process involves examining
- Author
- Carlos Arturo García
- Language
- EN