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(b)
The purpose of BCA 2013 is to—
(i)
(ii)
update references to other documents; and
include new provisions for openable windows to reduce falls in buildings; and
(iii) include a Performance Requirement and reference a Standard for
construction in flood hazard areas; and
(iv)
(v)
(vi)
consolidate the building related components of the AS 1735 lift series into
the BCA; and
enhance the egress provisions for people with disability; and
include minor technical changes.
12.0 Adoption of BCA 2014
(a)
The 2014 edition of the BCA was adopted by the Commonwealth, States and
Territories as set out in Table 12.0.
Table 12.0 History of adoption of BCA 2014
Administration
Adoption Date
Australian Government 1 May 2014
Australian Capital Territory 1 May 2014
New South Wales 1 May 2014
Northern Territory 1 May 2014
Queensland 1 May 2014
South Australia 1 May 2014
Tasmania 1 May 2014
Victoria 1 May 2014
Western Australia 1 May 2014
(b)
The purpose of BCA 2014 is to—
(i)
update references to other documents; and
(ii) include provisions to limit the intrusion of external noise into Class 2
buildings; and
(iii)
(iv)
(v)
(vi)
(vii)
(viii)
quantify slip resistance on ramps, stairways and landings; and
include provisions for photoluminescent exit signs; and
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quantify the amount of overflow that must be accommodated by an eaves
gutter system; and
expand the fire-resistance concession for timber framed construction to
include Class 3 buildings; and
remove the requirement for fire hose reels in a Class 2 or Class 3 building or
a Class 4 part of a building; and
include minor technical changes.
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