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General

This Guideline provides information and methodology to identify and evaluate hazards caused by earthquake forces acting on operational and functional components (OFCs) and to undertake appropriate mitigation strategies and techniques. It is important to note that seismic risk reduction of OFCs is affected by the structural performance of the building, although the Guideline does not address the structural integrity of the building (see Clause 1.3).

This Guideline is intended for use by building owners, building inspectors, facility managers, engineers, architects, and other stakeholders whose primary focus is to ensure the safety, serviceability, and durability of OFCs when subjected to earthquakes.