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Q. What is the intention of the ACI 318 Building Code? A. ACI 318 is the document that presents the requirements for design and construction of structural concrete that are necessary to ensure public safety. It is addressed to the engineer or the building official who is responsible for the contract documents. References: SP-1(02); ACI 318-19; MNL-17(21); ACI PRC-445.2-21 Topics in Concrete: 318 Building Code; Codes; Design of Concrete; Specifications for Concrete; Quality Assurance of Concrete
Q. What is the intention of the ACI 318 Building Code?
A. ACI 318 is the document that presents the requirements for design and construction of structural concrete that are necessary to ensure public safety. It is addressed to the engineer or the building official who is responsible for the contract documents.
References: SP-1(02); ACI 318-19; MNL-17(21); ACI PRC-445.2-21
Topics in Concrete: 318 Building Code; Codes; Design of Concrete; Specifications for Concrete; Quality Assurance of Concrete
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