6 Questions
What is the requirement for the wall area around washing machine tap outlets in any room containing a washing machine?
Must be water resistant
What specific areas must have waterproof penetrations in horizontal surfaces for tap and spout outlets?
Kitchens, bar areas, kitchenettes, or domestic food and beverage preparation areas
Which of the following is NOT required for elements in wet areas within a building?
Having wall junctions and joints water resistant within 150 mm above the vessel
In which specific situation does the perimeter edges of a vessel need to be water resistant for the extent of the vessel?
In a kitchen, bar area, kitchenette, or domestic food and beverage preparation area
What is the specific requirement for penetrations in horizontal surfaces for tap and spout outlets in kitchens, bar areas, kitchenettes, or domestic food and beverage preparation areas?
Waterproof
What does AS 3740 compliance refer to regarding elements in wet areas within a building?
Water resistance
Study Notes
Building Elements in Wet Areas
- Must be waterproof or water resistant, with exceptions for:
- Rooms containing washing machines: wall area from finished floor level to 75 mm above and 75 mm each side of the washing machine tap outlets must be water resistant
- Vessels inset into bench tops in kitchens, bar areas, kitchenettes, or domestic food and beverage preparation areas:
- Wall junctions and joints within 150 mm above the vessel must be water resistant for the extent of the vessel
- Perimeter edges of the vessel must be water resistant for the extent of the vessel
- Penetrations in horizontal surfaces for tap and spout outlets in kitchens, bar areas, kitchenettes, or domestic food and beverage preparation areas must be waterproof
Compliance Requirements
- Must comply with AS 3740
- Must have floor wastes provided in accordance with SA 10.2.33
Test your knowledge on building elements in wet areas within a building, including waterproof and water resistant requirements. Explore regulations regarding specific areas like rooms with washing machines and vessel insets in kitchen spaces.
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