Abstract

Provides principles and generic guidelines on the management of the risks that settlements and infrastructure face from the impacts of climate change. In particular it describes a systematic approach to planning the adaptation of settlements and infrastructure based on the risk management process given in AS/NZS ISO 31000:2009.

Scope

This Standard provides principles and generic guidelines on the management of the risks that settlements and infrastructure face from the consequences of climate change. In particular, it describes a systematic approach to planning the adaptation of settlements and infrastructure based on the risk management process given in AS/NZS ISO 31000:2009.
This Standard is relevant to individuals and organizations concerned with all phases in the lifecycle of settlements or infrastructure that will be affected by climate change. These phases may involve -
(a) policy and planning;
(b) creation or acquisition;
(c) utilization and maintenance; and
(d) renewal and disposal.
Both beneficial and detrimental consequences can arise from climate change.

General Product Information

Published
Document Type	Standard
Status	Current
Publisher	Standards Australia
Pages
ISBN
Committee	BD-103
Supersedes	DR AS 5334