AS/NZS 1170.2:2021 Structural Design Actions, Part 2: Wind Actions
- Abbreviation
- AS/NZS 1170.2:2021
- Valid from
- 30/07/2021
- Replaces
- AS/NZS 1170.2:2011
- Information provider
- Standards New Zealand
- Author
- Standards New Zealand, Standards Australia
- Information type
- New Zealand Standard
- Format
- PDF, HARD COPY
Description
The Standard sets out procedures for determining wind speeds and resulting wind actions to be used in the structural design of structures subjected to wind actions other than those caused by tornadoes.
To be read in conjunction with AS/NZS 1170.0.
Scope
This Standard covers buildings less than or equal to 200 m high, structures with roof spans less than 100 m, and structures other than offshore structures, bridges and transmission towers. This revision incorporates recent research and experiences from recent severe wind events in Australia and New Zealand.
The Standard covers structures within the following criteria:
- (a) Buildings less than or equal to 200 m high;
- (b) Structures with maximum unsupported roof spans of less than 100 m; and
- (c) Structures other than offshore structures, bridges and transmission towers.