live load

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Temporary load that the roof structure must be designed to support, as required by governing building codes. Live loads are generally moving and/or dynamic or environmental (e.g. people, installation equipment, snow, ice or rain).

Word forms

live load live loads
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