GB21734-2008
Emergency shelter for earthquake disasters - Site and its facilities
地震应急避难场所 场址及配套设施
GB 21734-2008 is a current mandatory Chinese national standard for Emergency shelter for earthquake disasters - Site and its facilities. It appears in the Construction compliance cluster with a product safety focus and has an implementation date of Dec 1, 2008.
Applicability depends on product scope, certification route, competent authority notices and transition rules. Requst for the translation or verify source before using this record in a compliance decision.
Compliance overview
Scope and applicability
This standard applies to the design, construction, or renovation of sites selected as emergency shelters for earthquake disasters through urban and rural planning. It covers the classification, site selection, and facility configuration of these shelters. It is mandatory for all designated earthquake shelter projects in China. The standard references GB 5749-2006 for drinking water quality and JGJ 50-2001 for barrier-free design.
Technical requirements
The standard classifies earthquake emergency shelters into three categories based on facility configuration and duration of use: Class I (comprehensive facilities, >30 days), Class II (general facilities, 10-30 days), and Class III (basic facilities, <10 days). Designers must select the appropriate class based on the expected sheltering duration. For site selection, the standard mandates that locations must avoid earthquake fault zones, flood-prone areas, and regions near hazardous materials or high-voltage lines. Safety requirements dictate that sites should be flat, well-drained, and outside the collapse range of high-rise buildings. Indoor public venues must meet local seismic fortification requirements and undergo safety assessment per GB 18208.2-2001. Facility configuration requirements are tiered into basic facilities, general facilities, and comprehensive facilities. Basic facilities include emergency tents, medical aid stations, water supply, power supply, and sanitation systems. General facilities add fire-fighting equipment and emergency material reserves, while comprehensive facilities include helipads and parking lots. Specific clauses regarding site selection and basic facility setup are mandatory. Additional requirements cover seismic performance, mandating that all structures within the shelter must meet the seismic fortification requirements specified in GB 18306-2001. The standard also specifies zoning for tent areas, with each partition not exceeding 1000㎡, and requires barrier-free access in accordance with relevant codes.
Testing methods
This standard primarily focuses on design and construction criteria rather than specific laboratory testing methods. However, it mandates on-site safety assessments for buildings post-earthquake according to GB 18208.2-2001 and requires compliance verification for drinking water quality against GB 5749-2006. Evaluation procedures include checking the accessibility of evacuation routes and verifying the structural seismic performance.
FAQs
What products or projects are regulated under GB 21734-2008?
It regulates the design, construction, and renovation of designated earthquake emergency shelters, including parks, squares, stadiums, and indoor public venues.
Are there any mandatory clauses in GB 21734-2008?
Yes, clauses related to site selection, safety, accessibility, basic facility configuration, and seismic performance are mandatory.
How are emergency shelters classified under this standard?
They are classified into three classes (I, II, III) based on the level of facility configuration (basic, general, comprehensive) and the intended duration of stay (ranging from less than 10 days to over 30 days).
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Applicability hints
- Type
- Safety
- CCS
- P15
- ICS
- 91.120.25
- Competent department
- Ministry of Emergency Management
- Technical committee
- Ministry of Emergency Management