ohr notes are intended for use by built environment stakeholders who are not structural engineers as general guides to understand structural engineering matters better. We initially wrote these from time to time to make it easier for the clients and architects we work with, and it occurred that it might be useful to build a library of these, made available to all. We will periodically add to this collection.
Information provided here should be used only as a guide and are not intended to be the only source of information. Always seek advice from the project structural engineer
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Using responsibly sourced timber ensures that it is from logging practices that do not harm the environment, are socially beneficial and economically viable. Clients can procure the use of responsibly sourced timber by asking the designers to specify certified timber. This note gives guidance on how to do so
ohr notes 2
Can any container be used as a load-bearing structure for a building? It is crucial that when a container is used as a load-bearing structure (i.e. it is the primary frame holding the building up), it is designed and specified accordingly by a professional structural engineer to meet code and UBBL requirements. Even if it is o
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Can any container be used as a load-bearing structure for a building? It is crucial that when a container is used as a load-bearing structure (i.e. it is the primary frame holding the building up), it is designed and specified accordingly by a professional structural engineer to meet code and UBBL requirements. Even if it is only a temporary structure, it should be designed, specified and built to be safe for occupancy and its intended use
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When is the best time to consider or introduce IBS systems in a project life cycle? The holistic approach outlined, as all holistic approaches, will benefit a project far more than the conventional approach in Malaysia
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As a general rule, a development located in an environmentally sensitive area (Kawasan Sensitif Alam Sekitar) will be subjected to JPPKSAS approval process. This often is a complex and lengthy process. Understanding what is involved will aid the planning of a project with regards to consultant's scope, information required for submission and programme
ohr notes 6
The design assessment of an existing building, either for change of use, refurbishment or defects assessment, is often not a straightforward linear process. Outlined is a flowchart detailing this process and its complexity
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If the soil investigation shows the water table to be below basement level, should the basement still be protected against water from the ground? This note discusses this question