Missouri Seismic Safety Commission - Strategy 2.3
STRATEGY:
Establish a process reviewing construction documents and
inspecting construction of
buildings and structures for compliance with the seismic provisions of
the
\f2NEHRP Recommended Provisions for the Development of Seismic Regulations
for New Buildings
or the building codes adopted by the appropriate jurisdiction.
ACTION:
Identify qualified resources for the review of construction documents
and appropriate inspection of construction.
RESULT:
Protection of the public from injury and loss of life caused by
structural failure.
Background
The seismic requirements of a Building Code are complex and, consequently,
not fully understood by all members of the design profession.
Furthermore, many governmental entities responsible for the enforcement of
seismic requirements lack the resources and/or the dedication to
review the contract documents for compliance
or to provide adequate inspection of construction.
The result is that the public is not being protected as
required by law.
Implementation
Develop local expertise for review of construction documents and
construction inspection or contract with a qualified government agency or
independent professional group for the review.
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Responsible Agencies:
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Division of Design and Construction
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State Fire Marshal
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County government
Last Changed April 28, 1997