AS/NZS ISO 31000:2009 is a joint Australian/New Zealand standard that provides guidelines on risk management. It is based on the international standard ISO 31000:2009, which offers principles and generic guidelines on risk management. The Australian standard AS/NZS ISO 31000:2009 is a joint Australian/New Zealand standard prepared by Joint Technical Committee OB-007, Risk Management . It provides principles and generic guidelines on risk management, which can be used by any public, private, or community enterprise

An Australian Standard in commercial construction refers to a published document that establishes the minimum community expectations for the safety, quality, performance, and consistency of materials, equipment, techniques, or procedures used in the construction industry . It is an approved standard set down by the Standards Association of Australia (SAA) .

In the context of commercial construction in Australia, backfill refers to the process of filling in excavated areas around a foundation or structure with a suitable material, such as soil or gravel . The primary purpose of backfilling is to provide a reliable, effectual, and lasting support to the adjoining ground .

a process in masonry in which a thin mortar is applied to a surface with coarse material, usually imparting a textured finish.

The Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) rating is a measure of the severity of a building's potential exposure to ember attack, radiant heat, and direct flame contact in the event of a bushfire . In the context of commercial construction in Australia, the BAL rating is a critical factor in determining the construction methods and materials used in bushfire-prone areas .

In the context of commercial construction in Australia, a balcony is defined as an elevated platform or structure that projects from a building, providing an outdoor space for occupants

In the context of commercial construction in Australia, a baluster is a vertical member that supports a railing or handrail in a balustrade system . A balustrade is a safety barrier designed to prevent falls from elevated areas, such as stairways, balconies, and raised floor levels .

In commercial construction in Australia, a barge is a temporary, elevated platform used to support construction equipment and materials during the construction of buildings, bridges, and other structures. It is typically made of steel or timber and is designed to be placed on water, such as a river or lake, to provide access to areas that are difficult to reach from land.

a decorative board covering the projecting rafter (fly rafter) of the gable end. At the cornice, this member is a fascia board.

In Australia, a basement is defined as a storey that is below ground level, as per the Building Code of Australia (BCA) . The BCA provides the minimum necessary requirements for the design and construction of buildings, including commercial buildings .

The Building and Sustainability Index (BASIX) is a web-based planning tool designed to assess the potential performance of residential buildings against a range of sustainability indices in New South Wales (NSW), Australia . However, BASIX is not directly applicable to commercial construction. Instead, it is compulsory for all residential buildings and is part of the development application process .

In the context of commercial construction in Australia, a batt refers to a type of insulation material used to reduce heat transfer and energy loss in buildings. Specifically, it is a flexible, blanket-like material made of fiberglass, wool, or other materials, designed to fit between studs, joists, or other structural elements in walls, floors, and ceilings.

Timber member of small, rectangular cross-section. Sometimes used to screen the undercroft area.

In the context of commercial construction in Australia, a batter refers to the sloping or angled surface of an excavation or earthwork, typically to prevent collapse or erosion

A bay window in commercial construction in Australia is a straight-sided construction, containing one or more windows, that projects from the face of a building and thereby forms a bay in the associated room .