Technical seminar: Seismic design and performance of nonstructural elements

Earthquake-caused nonstructural damage is costly and disrupts businesses and livelihoods. In several recent earthquakes, repair costs from nonstructural damage exceeded costs due to structural damage. Buildings were left unusable for long periods of time because of severe damage to mechanical, architectural, electrical, and plumbing systems. Only 15-25% of original construction costs are for the structure, and this EERI Technical Seminar puts the spotlight on the other 75-85% of the investment. Learn about the performance of nonstructural elements in recent earthquakes, current largescale experimental research, present code requirements, the updated and newly released FEMA E-74 guide on nonstructural design, and implementation of new requirements for equipment certification.

Program

• Introduction/Overview
• Nonstructural Performance in Recent Earthquakes
• NEES Research on Nonstructural Performance
• Present Code Requirements, Development and Implications
• New Edition of FEMA 74: Reducing the Risks of Nonstructural Earthquake Damage – A Practical Guide
• Implementation of New Requirements for Equipment Certification
• Panel Discussion