- The primary function of a building is to carry safety all the loads imposed it without deforming excessively under load as a whole or in its parts .
- This function is efficiently achieved if its design & coinstrjuction are provided with adequate strength , stability & fire resistance . \
Stength & stability
- Appropriate material
- Adequate stiffness ( not easily bent )
- Adequate rigidity between members
Fire resistance
- Structural integrity during fire : either withstand
- full [eriod of a total burn-out or
- long enough to permit occupants of the building to escape .
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