34.11.1. Concept and Need

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does PBSD stand for?

   Hint

   Think about the importance of resilience in structures.

2. 2.

   Name one of the performance levels in PBSD.

   Hint

   Consider the different purposes buildings serve during earthquakes.

3. 3.

   What does PBSD primarily focus on?

   • Preventing collapse
   • Limiting damage
   • Both A and B

   Hint

   Think about the overall goal of safety in construction.

4. 4.

   True or False: The Service Level Earthquake ensures buildings can experience moderate damage.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   What level of function should be expected during this event?

5. 5.

   Consider a city prone to earthquakes. Discuss how you would implement PBSD principles in new hospital constructions there.

   Hint

   What features should be prioritized for a critical facility?

6. 6.

   Analyze how performance levels under PBSD can affect insurance rates for buildings in seismic zones.

   Hint

   How do risk assessments change for buildings with different design standards?