Building Regulations in Brief

by Ray Tricker (MSc IEng FIET FCIM FIQA FIRSE) (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  2005

  $3.36

  This easy-to-understand pocket book gives those working in the UK or with UK organizations sufficient and practical information to enable them to comply with UK regulations in the simplest and most cost-effective manner possible. It takes away the mystique of the building regulations and provides an in-brief guide to meeting its requirements, providing simple and practical information on how the regulations can be easily and cost effectively adhered to. The author explains the meaning of the UK regulations, their history, current status, requirements, associated documentation and how local authorities and councils view its importance, also emphasising the benefits and requirements of these regulations. This new edition includes the latest revisions to Part P, Part A, Part C and Part E published in 2004 and 2005 as well as highlights from the consultation documents for Part L and Part F. It is fully updated for revised Part P, Part A, Part C and Part E. It contains practical information on how to comply quickly and easily to the regulations. Each step in the building process is detailed, with all regulations explained.

• Used

  Paperback
  2007

  $3.36

  Baffled by the Building Regs? Confused by codes of practice? Mystified by materials and puzzled by planning permission? Then look no further! This handy and affordable guide is a time-saver for both professionals and enthusiasts. The information is sensibly organised by building element rather than by regulation, so that you can quickly lay your hands on whatever you need to know from whichever document. The authors practical and no-nonsense advice will enable you to comply with the regulations in the simplest and most cost-effective manner. The benefits and requirements of each regulation are clearly explained, as are history, current status, associated documentation and how local authorities and council view their importance.This new edition includes: the new Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order and what this means for Part B (Fire Safety); updates to Part L (Energy Efficiency); an improved user-friendly index; annexes covering; access and facilities for disabled people; conservation of fuel and power; sound insulation and electrical safety provided online; fully updated for revised Part B (Fire Safety); practical guidance on how to comply quickly and easily to the regulations; and each step in the building process illustrated, with all regulations explained.