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IntroductionThe Specialist Engineering Assessment (SEA) is a critical process for developments in proximity to critical infrastructure, especially Sydney Water (SW) assets. This post, guided by Prime Consulting Engineers‘ expertise, explores SEA in-depth, focusing on ‘Out of Scope’ (OOS) works, projects that fall outside the standard guidelines, and the SEA procedure as defined...

IntroductionThe National Construction Code (NCC) 2022 Volume One has introduced significant updates in Part F3 – Roof and Wall Cladding. A significant development in this evolution is the transition from Weatherproofing Performance Solution FP1.4 in NCC 2019 to F3P1 in NCC 2022. For those interested in a detailed exploration of Performance Solution FP1.4, we have thoroughly covered it in another...

IntroductionPrime Consulting Engineers understands the importance of complying with stormwater management policies set by various councils in the Sydney metro area. All new premises and even alterations and additions to existing buildings are required to have well-designed and constructed stormwater systems. Our team is well-versed in the specific requirements outlined in each council’s guideline,...

IntroductionAAMI 501.2 and AAMI 502 water tests are considered as the most important on-site Quality Assurant facade tests in buildings. The façade of a building is its most visible and crucial component, providing both aesthetic appeal and protection from external elements. In Australia, the testing of facades for water penetration is governed by two key standards: AS 4284 and AS 4654. These standards...

IntroductionA stormwater management plan (SWMP) is a comprehensive plan that outlines strategies for managing, treating, and directing stormwater runoff in an urban area. The goal of an SWMP is to minimize the adverse impacts of stormwater on the environment and local communities, while also protecting public health and safety. An effective stormwater management plan can help to maintain or improve...

IntroductionThe Building Code of Australia (BCA) sets out a number of Performance Requirements that a building solution must meet. To enable detailed working design solutions, the BCA usually sets out Deemed to Satisfy Provisions that if complied with will mean that the Performance Requirement is complied with. However, for the prevention of water ingress, there is no defined Deemed to satisfy provision...