Design Guidance

In this chapter, design guidance is provided for limiting or mitigating the effects of terrorist attacks. Guidance is provided for each of the following aspects of design: site location and layout, architectural, structural, building envelope, and mechanical and electrical systems. Sections 6.1 through 6.5 pertain to attack using explosive weapons. Protective measures against chemical, biological, and radiological attacks are discussed in Section 6.6. In each section, design guidance is discussed and recommendations are given for enhancing life safety.

Sections at a glance:

6.1 Site location and Layout
6.2 Architectural
6.3 Structural
6.4 Building Envelope
6.5 Mechanical and Electrical Systems
6.6 Chemical, Biological, and Radiological Protection