ICC-ES AC15
Full Name
ICC-ES AC15 – Acceptance Criteria for Concrete Floor, Roof and Wall Systems and Concrete Masonry Wall Systems
Scope
ICC-ES AC15 applies to concrete elements used in building construction that comply with, or are alternatives to, requirements in the International Building Code (IBC), International Residential Code (IRC), or Uniform Building Code (UBC).
The scope emphasizes the structural characteristics of these concrete elements, ensuring their safety and performance in building applications. Other characteristics, such as fire resistance or thermal properties, must also comply with the applicable codes or acceptance criteria.
Specifically, ICC-ES AC15 covers the evaluation of:
- Concrete floors: structural slabs used for various purposes in buildings.
- Concrete roofs: structural slabs or systems used for roof coverings in buildings.
- Concrete walls: structural walls used for load-bearing or non-load-bearing purposes.
- Concrete masonry walls: walls constructed using concrete masonry units (CMUs).
It’s important to note that ICC-ES AC15 is primarily used within the ICC-ES evaluation and certification process. It serves as a technical reference for evaluating and verifying the compliance of concrete building products and systems with the relevant building codes and standards.
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Keywords
acceptance criteria; concrete; structural; building code; evaluation; masonry; walls; floors; roofs; systems; load-bearing; non-load-bearing; design; testing; performance; compliance; safety; durability