External Walls – Cladding or plywood
| Building Element | BAL-12.5 and BAL-19 | BAL-29 | BAL-40 | BAL-FZ3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| External wall surface |
Less than 400m Above the ground or an external horizontal surface1 use SHADOWclad/ECOply over a fire rated FRL 30/30/30 wall Above 400mm, use SHADOWclad or ECOply or plywood |
SHADOWclad/ECOply over a fire rated wall with a FRL 30/30/30 Refer to information on fire rated walls |
SHADOWclad/ECOply over a fire rated wall with a FRL 30/30/30 Refer to information on fire rated walls |
SHADOWclad/ECOply over a fire rated wall with a FRL 30/30/30 Refer to information on fire rated walls |
1 An external horizontal surface or a ledge includes decks, carport roofs, awnings and similar elements or fittings having an angle less than 18 degrees to the horizontal and extending more than 110 mm in width from the wall or window or door
2 SHADOWclad and ECOply over a FRL 30/30/30 wall is an acceptable solution across all BAL levels as AS3959 allows higher BAL level solutions to be used in lower BAL levels.
3 NSW requirements do not recognize BAL-FZ construction solutions from AS3959 2009. A BCA Alternative solution is required for BAL-FZ construction in NSW.
Framing – Internal walls, external walls and roofing
| Building Element | BAL-12.5 and BAL-19 | BAL-29 | BAL-40 | BAL-FZ3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Framing for internal walls | LASERframe | LASERframe | LASERframe | LASERframe |
|
Framing for external walls that are masonry veneer minimum 90mm thick |
LASERframe | LASERframe | LASERframe | LASERframe |
| Framing for external walls that are clad with complying materials | LASERframe | LASERframe | LASERframe |
LASERframe provided the framing is part of a fire rated FR 30/30/30 wall. |
| Framing for roofing | LASERframe/hySPAN/hyJOIST provided the framing is protected by complying roofing material, eaves linings, fascia etc1 | LASERframe/hySPAN/hyJOIST provided the framing is protected by complying roofing material, eaves linings, fascia etc1 | LASERframe/hySPAN/hyJOIST provided the framing is protected by complying roofing material, eaves linings, fascia etc1 |
LASERframe/hySPAN/hyJOIST provided the framing is part of a complying system. |
1 Complying roof systems include conventional non combustible roof and materials (tile, metal sheet) ensuring any gaps over 3mm are protected by ember guards. For further detail on sealants, skylights, etc refer to AS 3959.
2 Complying external wall cladding, refer to AS3959 2009 or page 10 of this guide for SHADOWclad/ECOply solutions.
3 NSW requirements do not recognize BAL-FZ construction solutions from AS3959 2009. A BCA Alternative solution is required for BAL-FZ construction in NSW.
Internal exposed timbers
| Building Element | BAL-12.5 and BAL-19 | BAL-29 | BAL-40 | BAL-FZ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Internal Doors Joinery Wall linings Ceiling linings Staircases Flooring over concrete slab Flooring over joists not exposed to subfloor space |
Any CHH wood products | Any CHH wood products | Any CHH wood products | Any CHH wood products |
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