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Building Regulations and Other Guidance
Part A Structure
Part B Fire Safety
Part C Site Preparation and Resistance to Contaminants and Moisture
Part D Toxic Substances
Part E Sound
Part F Means of Ventilation
Part G Sanitation, hot water safety and water efficiency
Part H Drainage and waste disposal
Part J Combustion appliances and fuel storage systems
Part K Protection from falling, collision and impact
Part L Conservation of fuel and power
Part M Access to and use of buildings
Part O Overheating
Part P Electrical safety
Part Q Security
Part R Physical infrastructure for high-speed electronic communications networks
Part S Infrastructure for the charging of electric vehicles
Air Leakage
Regulation 7 Materials and Workmanship
Radon
Building Energy Rating: EPC
Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy Systems
Timber Frame Construction
Acceptable Construction Details
Typical Inspection Reports
Noggins
Noggins are the horizontal members between studwork. They have several functions such as those below but generally do not serve structural purposes as sheathing material can act in a load-bearing capacity. Noggins must have a precise fit between studs; they can either be measured and cut on site or can be installed in wall panels at factory level.
The functions of noggins are:
Preventing studs from buckling when vertical loads are applied.
Providing a support for partitions, plasterboard and internal fixings and fixtures (e.g. sanitary ware)
Stiffen prefabricated panels for handling purposes.
And, where necessary, noggins can assist in achieving specified fire resistance.