Introduction
The Code of Practice on Environmental Health (COPEH) provides the guidelines to address environmental health concerns in the design of buildings. The Code spells out the objectives to be met and stipulates only the minimum basic design criteria. In this way, Qualified Persons (QPs: Architects or Professional Engineers) may exercise flexibility and creativity in the design to meet the stated requirements without compromising functional and maintenance needs. So long as design outcomes satisfy the stated objectives, the building plans will be deemed to have complied with the COPEH. Notwithstanding this, the QP shall be fully responsible for safety, effectiveness and all other aspects of the design
To download a copy click Code of Practice on Environmental Health (COPEH).
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