329.2 Scope and Criteria

329.2 Scope and Criteria

For purposes of Section 329, previous versions of ASCE 41, specifically ASCE 31-03 and ASCE 41-06, are not acceptable as alternatives to ASCE 41-13. See Part B of this Bulletin for modifications and interpretations of ASCE 41-13 criteria.

Commentary: The intent of the evaluation is to identify hazards known to be associated with earthquakerelated severe injury or death. In addition to the tabulated scope, voluntary mitigation of contents hazards is encouraged. Such mitigation could include bracing, restraint, or removal of supplies, stored items, or furnishings prone to hazardous tipping or sliding. It might also include nonstructural mitigation that is not required by Section 329. References regarding contents bracing have been developed by FEMA, the Division of the State Architect, and others. For example, see

                                                                        -                                                                            “Guide and Checklist for Nonstructural Earthquake Hazards in California Schools,” available at [https://mitigation.eeri.org/wp](https://mitigation.eeri.org/wp-content/uploads/guide-and-checklist-for-cal-schools.pdf) content/uploads/guide

and-checklist-for-cal-schools.pdf.