The objective of this manual is to provide guidance for engineers, architects, building officials, and property owners to design shelters and safe rooms in buildings. This manual presents information about the design and construction of shelters in the work place, home, or community building that will provide protection in response to manmade hazards.
NOTE: This publication is available free to Local and State government staff. All other interested parties can obtain this publication via online download only.
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Distribution Restrictions: | Number of Hard Copies: | 0 | Security: | Local and State Government Staff |
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Chapter / Section Title: | REFERENCES |
Chapter / Section Number: | Appendix A |
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Chapter / Section Title: | ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS |
Chapter / Section Number: | Appendix B |
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Chapter / Section Title: | DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS | |
Chapter / Section Number: | Chapter 1 | |
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Chapter / Section Title: | STRUCTURAL DESIGN CRITERIA | |
Chapter / Section Number: | Chapter 2 | |
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Chapter / Section Title: | CBR THREAT PROTECTION | |
Chapter / Section Number: | Chapter 3 | |
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Chapter / Section Title: | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT CONSIDERATIONS | |
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Chapter / Section Title: | FEMA 453 Cover - Table of Contents | |
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