A Practical Guide, Fourth Edition
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Appendix E
FF&E and Contents Seismic Risk Ratings
| Item No./ Subcategory | Example No. | Component Name(s) | Shaking Intensity | Life Safety (LS) | Property Loss (PL) | Functional Loss (FL) | Type of Detail |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.5.1 Storage Racks | 6.5.1.1 | Light Duty Shelving | Low | L | L | L | NE, ER |
| Mod | H | M | M | ||||
| High | H | M | M | ||||
| 6.5.1.2 | Industrial Storage Racks | Low | L | L | L | ER | |
| Mod | H | M | M | ||||
| High | H | M | M | ||||
| 6.5.2 Bookcases, Shelving | 6.5.2.1 | Bookshelves | Low | L | L | L | NE |
| Mod | H | M | M | ||||
| High | H | M | M | ||||
| 6.5.2.2 | Library Shelving | Low | L | L | L | ER | |
| Mod | H | M | M | ||||
| High | H | M | M | ||||
| 6.5.3 Computer and Communication Equipment | 6.5.3.1 | Computer Access Floors and Equipment | Low | L | L | L | ER |
| Mod | L | L | M | ||||
| High | L | M | M | ||||
| NA | Large Computer Equipment | Low | L | L | L | ||
| Mod | L | M | M | ||||
| High | M | H | M | ||||
| NA | Computer Networks, Data Storage | Low | L | L | L | ||
| Mod | L | M | H | ||||
| High | L | H | H | ||||
| NA | Computer Cabling | Low | L | L | L | ||
| Mod | L | L | L | ||||
| High | L | L | L | ||||
| 6.5.3.2 | Computer and Communication Racks | Low | L | L | L | NE | |
| Mod | L | H | M | ||||
| High | M | H | M | ||||
| 6.5.3.3 | Desktop Computers and Accessories | Low | L | L | L | NE | |
| Mod | L | H | M | ||||
| High | L | H | M | ||||
| 6.5.3.4 | Televisions and Video Monitors, Wall-Mounted | Low | L | L | L | NE | |
| Mod | H | H | L | ||||
| High | H | H | L | ||||
| NA | Communications Equipment (antennae, receiver, transmitter) | Low | L | L | L | ||
| Mod | L | M | L | ||||
| High | M | H | M | ||||
| NA | Suspended Speakers in Conference Room or Auditorium | Low | L | L | L | ||
| Mod | M | M | L | ||||
| High | H | H | L | ||||
| 6.5.4 Hazardous Materials Storage | 6.5.4.1 | Hazardous Materials Storage | Low | L | L | L | NE |
| Mod | H | M | H | ||||
| High | H | M | H | ||||
| NA | Chemical, Laboratory, Medical Supplies | Low | L | L | L | ||
| Mod | H | M | L | ||||
| High | H | M | M | ||||
| NA | Asbestos | Low | L | M | M | ||
| Mod | L | H | H | ||||
| High | L | H | H | ||||
| 6.5.5 Miscellaneous FF&E | 6.5.5.1 | File Cabinets | Low | L | L | L | NE |
| Mod | M | M | M | ||||
| High | H | M | M | ||||
| 6.5.5.2 | Demountable Partitions | Low | L | L | L | NE | |
| Mod | L | L | L | ||||
| High | M | M | M | ||||
| 6.5.5.3 | Miscellaneous Furniture and Fixtures | Low | L | L | L | NE | |
| Mod | M | M | L | ||||
| High | H | M | L | ||||
| NA | Miscellaneous Furnishings | Low | L | L | L | ||
| Mod | L | M | L | ||||
| High | L | M | L | ||||
| NA | Large Kitchen or Laundry Equipment | Low | L | L | L | ||
| Mod | M | M | L | ||||
| High | H | H | M | ||||
| NA | Lockers, Vending Machines | Low | L | L | L | ||
| Mod | H | M | L | ||||
| High | H | M | L | ||||
| NA | Freestanding Wood Stove (wood, pellet, or gas-fired) | Low | L | L | L | ||
| Mod | L | L | L | ||||
| High | M | M | M | ||||
| 6.5.6 Miscellaneous Contents | 6.5.6.1 | Shelf-Mounted Items | Low | L | L | L | NE |
| Mod | M | M | L | ||||
| High | H | M | M | ||||
| NA | Especially Valuable or Fragile Merchandise | Low | L | M | L | ||
| Mod | L | H | L | ||||
| High | L | H | L | ||||
| NA | Drawer and Cabinet Latches (kitchen, laboratory, office, etc.) | Low | L | L | L | ||
| Mod | L | L | L | ||||
| High | L | M | M | ||||
| NA | Potted Plants or Indoor Landscaping Resting on Shelves Above the Floor | Low | L | L | L | ||
| Mod | L | L | L | ||||
| High | M | L | L | ||||
| 6.5.6.2 | Desktop, Countertop Items | Low | L | L | L | NE | |
| Mod | L | M | L | ||||
| High | L | H | M | ||||
| 6.5.6.3 | Fragile Artwork | Low | L | L | L | NE | |
| Mod | L | H | L | ||||
| High | L | H | L | ||||
| NA | Tall Sculptures (over 5 ft) | Low | L | L | L | ||
| Mod | M | M | L | ||||
| High | H | H | L | ||||
| 6.5.6.4 | Fire Extinguisher and Cabinet | Low | L | L | L | NE | |
| Mod | M | H | L | ||||
| High | M | H | L |
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