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Seismic Considerations for Steel Storage Racks Located in Areas Accessible to the Public
This report highlights issues for consideration in the seismic design, installation, ongoing inspection, maintenance, and use of steel single selective pallet storage racks located in areas of retail warehouse stores and other facilities accessible to the general public. Included are a review of the performance of storage racks in past earthquakes; a history of the development of codes and standards used for storage rack design and current storage rack design practices; guidance on recommended performance goals and design requirements for storage racks; guidelines for implementation/responsibilities associated with the specification, procurement, and installation of pallet storage racks; suggested guidance for securing contents; recommendations for operations and use; suggested guidance for quality assurance programs; a discussion of current and past storage rack research and testing; suggestions for post-earthquake inspections; and proposed modifications to seismic design provisions and standards for racks.
Document Details:
| Resource Type: |
Document / Report |
| Audience Categories: |
Businesses / Professionals
Design and Construction Industry
Scientific and Research Organizations / Institutions
Hazard Mitigation Officers
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| Hazard Types: |
Earthquake
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| Subjects: |
Mitigation Strategies and Techniques
Regulations, Laws, and Executive Orders
Technological and Research Methodology
Infrastructure Design
Building Design
Model Codes and Ordinances
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| Program: |
NEHRP - National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program |
| Distribution Restrictions: |
Number of Hard Copies: |
5 |
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