675 IAC 15-2-15 Structural load tests

Sec. 15. Structural assemblies or subassemblies that are tested shall sustain the design dead load plus the superimposed design live load equal to 1.75 times the required live load for a period of twelve (12) hours without failure, unless otherwise specified herein. Failure shall be considered rupture, fracture or residual deflection which is greater than the limits set in 675 IAC 15-2-14. An assembly or subassembly to be tested shall be representative of the minimum quality of materials of the group of assemblies or subassemblies as ordinarily manufactured. Each test assembly, component or subassembly shall be identified as to type and quality or grade of material. Structural load tests or other tests based on nationally recognized standards may be approved.