Theatre Building Codes
Fri, 26 Sept 2003, 03:03 pmWalter Plinge7 posts in thread
Theatre Building Codes
Fri, 26 Sept 2003, 03:03 pmHello.
We're currently involved in bringing a hall up to standard as a performance venue. Does anyone know where I could get a copy of the Public Halls Act or the Building Code for public venues.
I think thats what I need?!?
Something that can tell me things like how many exits are needed? what sort of fire protection is needed? how many extinguishers? how many bathrooms? things like that.
Oh, We're in Victoria (I don't know if it's state or federal requirements).
Thanks in advance for your help.
Tom Warneke
Production Manager
Mainstage Technical Services
twarneke@mainstage.s5.com
www.mainstage.s5.com
MOB: 0414 717 426 (24 Hours)
We're currently involved in bringing a hall up to standard as a performance venue. Does anyone know where I could get a copy of the Public Halls Act or the Building Code for public venues.
I think thats what I need?!?
Something that can tell me things like how many exits are needed? what sort of fire protection is needed? how many extinguishers? how many bathrooms? things like that.
Oh, We're in Victoria (I don't know if it's state or federal requirements).
Thanks in advance for your help.
Tom Warneke
Production Manager
Mainstage Technical Services
twarneke@mainstage.s5.com
www.mainstage.s5.com
MOB: 0414 717 426 (24 Hours)
Re: Theatre Building Codes
Tue, 30 Sept 2003, 09:46 amI think you will find The Federal Building Code is a model adopted by State & Local authorities. In most instances interpretation of the Code, Policy, Rules & regulations can depend upon
"In the Inspectors opinion" - So therefore variations, inclusions & exemptions can be expected dependant upon local area conditions or just one inspectors opinion. This can be a mine field & become bigger than ‘BEN’- If your venue is listed or considered Heritage building in anyway!.
I suggest you get on to your local Council Building Department & ask them as many questions as you can &/or get approval for all major structural changes. They produce a lot of info & most can be gained from your Local Councils web site. As well as suggested by Russell here.
The other way - get a Qualified Builder or Architect to come on board & join your group - even give them free membership!- to help the group out!
Best of luck Tom
Chookas
Joe
"In the Inspectors opinion" - So therefore variations, inclusions & exemptions can be expected dependant upon local area conditions or just one inspectors opinion. This can be a mine field & become bigger than ‘BEN’- If your venue is listed or considered Heritage building in anyway!.
I suggest you get on to your local Council Building Department & ask them as many questions as you can &/or get approval for all major structural changes. They produce a lot of info & most can be gained from your Local Councils web site. As well as suggested by Russell here.
The other way - get a Qualified Builder or Architect to come on board & join your group - even give them free membership!- to help the group out!
Best of luck Tom
Chookas
Joe