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  2. Structural robustness - Wikipedia

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    All buildings to which members of the public are admitted in significant numbers. Stadia accommodating more than 5000 spectators. Buildings containing hazardous substances and / or processes. For buildings intended for more than one type of use, the consequences class should be that of the most onerous type. [2]

  3. Structural integrity and failure - Wikipedia

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    Collapsed barn at Hörsne, Gotland, Sweden Building collapse due to snow weight. Structural integrity and failure is an aspect of engineering that deals with the ability of a structure to support a designed structural load (weight, force, etc.) without breaking and includes the study of past structural failures in order to prevent failures in future designs.

  4. Insurance policy - Wikipedia

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    Policy form - The definitions, insuring agreement, exclusions, and conditions are typically combined into a single integrated document called a policy form. [25] Some insurers call it a coverage form [25] or coverage part. When multiple coverage forms are packaged into a single policy, the declarations will state as much, and then there may be ...

  5. Conservation and restoration of immovable cultural property

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    Damage created by large pest infestations such as termites can be irreversible, with building restoration taking the form of replacement in order to maintain a sound structure for the building. [52] The most effective way to mitigate pest damage is to implement proactive measures prior to a pest infestation that may cause irreparable damage.

  6. Concrete degradation - Wikipedia

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    3) and water to also form gypsum while releasing CO 2 back to the atmosphere: H 2 SO 4 + CaCO 3 + H 2 O → CaSO 4 · 2H 2 O + CO 2. The dihydrated gypsum is relatively soluble in water (~ 1 – 2 g/L) at room temperature and thus mobile. It can easily be leached by infiltration water and can form efflorescences on the concrete surface while ...

  7. When does homeowners insurance cover animal damage? - AOL

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    For example, damage from hitting a deer or a bird flying into your windshield could be covered. Comprehensive insurance may also cover damage from pests, such as a rat chewing through wiring ...

  8. List of building types - Wikipedia

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    Office buildings by quality [3] [4] Trophy or 5-star building: A landmark property designed by a recognized architect Class A or 4-star building: Rents in the top 30-40% of the local market; well-located; above-average upkeep and management; usually older than a trophy/5-star building

  9. Accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance - AOL

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    Accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance provides coverage if you lose a limb or your death is the result of an accident. Between AD&D and term life, term life covers more causes of death.