#structuralengineering UK government posts statement on potential safety risks in relation to reinforced concrete transfer slab construction. Issue revolves around punching shear design methodology.
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https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/potential-risks-from-transfer-slabs-in-buildings/potential-risks-from-transfer-slabs-in-buildings

Potential risks from transfer slabs in buildings

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https://archup.net/modifications-of-apartments-guide/

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