The Imperative of ASCE 41-17 in the Philippines: Guaranteed Structural Resilience for a Safer Future
The Philippines, nestled within the Pacific Ring of Fire, is particularly susceptible to seismic hazards. To address this concern, the adoption and implementation of internationally recognized standards, such as the ASCE 41-17 (Seismic Evaluation and Retrofit of Existing Buildings), becomes not just a recommendation but a necessity.