Highlights of ICC 500-2023, ICC/NSSA Standard for the Design and Construction of Storm Shelters
Date Published: November 20, 2024
The document provides an overview of the ICC 500-2023 Standard for the Design and Construction of Storm Shelters, detailing its application, structural design, testing criteria, and significant changes in the 2023 edition. It covers aspects such as siting, occupant density, accessibility, egress, signage, fire safety, essential features, test methods, storm shelter preparedness, and emergency operations.
Access this resource:
Details
Disaster PhaseBefore
File TypePDF
LanguageEnglish
Category
Design & ConstructionTechnical Guidance
Audience
PublicCritical Facilities UtilitiesBuilding Professionals
Hazard Type
Other HazardsHurricaneTornado
Tags
structural designemergency operationsICC 500-2023storm sheltersfire safetyconstruction standards