Fire Safety – Compliance with these regulations is crucial Fire safety is a paramount consideration in building design and construction with the potential to save lives and protect property. In South Africa, the South African National Standard (SANS) 10400 Part T, titled “Fire Protection,” is the dedicated section of the building regulations that addresses fire…
A to Z Glossary of Definitions and Terms Used in the National Building Regulations Code of Practice Every industry has terms and definitions that are specific to that industry, and the building industry is no exception. This glossary of National Building Regulations definitions forms part of the National Building Regulations and Building Standards Act (Act…
Building Codes & Regulations Section 2: Part J to Part Q As there are a total 23 Parts to the SANS 10400 Building Codes & Regulations we have divided them into three sections to improve the ease of navigation. The order in which the different parts of the regulations are displayed follows the same order…
What SANS 10400: Part T – Fire Protection Says What the Act Says Essentially the legislation is concerned quite simply with the need for all buildings to be designed, constructed and equipped so that in the event of fire: 1 – The occupants or people using the building will be protected – including persons with disabilities;2…