UFC 3-330-03A

Abstract

(1) Basis of procedures. The seismic review procedures for structural systems were developed by modifying the screening procedures in FEMA 154. <br>(2) Application. The procedures in this document are intended only for the purposes indicated above, and are not intended to supersede or replace the provisions of TI 809-05 for the evaluation and rehabilitation of military buildings. <br>(3) Limitations. Review of site-specific seismic geologic hazards and nonstructural components and systems is beyond the scope of these procedures.<br><strong>Purpose.</strong> <br>The purpose of this document is to provide procedures for the assessment of the relative seismic vulnerability of a large inventory of buildings at a military installation. The structural systems of each building or groups of structurally similar buildings in the inventory are reviewed to obtain a numerical score. The scores obtained for all buildings or groups in the inventory are recorded in numerical order in an Installation Report to provide a numerical ranking of the seismic vulnerability of the buildings. This ranked list will provide a basis by which military installations can determine the order for performing seismic evaluations. Other building-specific aspects to consider in conjunction with this review should include: general condition, known site-specific seismic geologic hazards, occupancy type, number of occupants, year built, plans for future use, and availability of alternative buildings (redundancy of function).<br><strong>Applicability.</strong> <br>These instructions are applicable to all USACE elements and their contractors assessing buildings for seismic vulnerability at military installations.