Introduction to Building Regulations and Standards

This topic explains the basis of good design for durable timber performance in different applications. It will help you understand the main factors that cause timber breakdown, how these factors are identified and classified, and how to reduce their impact in building applications. The contents include:

• Hazards for timber durability
  This includes information about how timber breaks down, the major causes of breakdown, and an explanation of Hazard Classes
• Ways to reduce these hazards
  This outlines how timber can resist breakdown – naturally, or with treatment – and ways to design to avoid the major hazards to timber

Completing the learning resources in this topic will improve the way you choose or specify the most appropriate timber for each application.