SR31 A literature survey of design methods for floors subjected to occupant-induced vibrations (2007)

The use of high-strength building components and the utilisation of long-span composite constructions lead to noticeable floor vibrations in buildings.

The desire of owners to have open-plan buildings and the changed usage of buildings from original designs also contribute to the problems of unacceptable vibrations.

This work forms the first part of a research programme being undertaken by BRANZ. In this report, a literature survey of the available design methods, acceleration acceptability limits and remedial measures for occupant-induced floor vibrations has been carried out. Some design recommendations are given.