Warning 2018/001 - Warning about the use of loop bar details in flange-hung double-tee precast concrete floor units.
- Abbreviation
- Warning 2018/001
- Valid from
- 3/04/2018
- Information provider
- Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment
- Author
- Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment
- Information type
- Section 26 warning/ban
- Format
Description
The Chief Executive of the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) is warning that the use of loop bar details in flange-hung double-tee precast concrete floor units that do not comply with NZS 3101.1:2006 Amendment 3 is likely to fail to comply with clause B1 Structure of the New Zealand Building Code.
This warning came into force on 3 April 2018 and will remain in place until amended or revoked by MBIE.
Scope
The warning applies to all building consent applications for new building work. It does not apply to existing buildings.