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6 Page 6 Load Types-Collateral â¢ Collateral Loads are a form of dead load on the roof or floor of a building. These loads are usually estimated with the help of the Architect or Engineer of Record, and represent the weight of items such as ceilings and mechanical equipment supported by the building.
Dead load. The dead load includes loads that are relatively constant over time, including the weight of the structure itself, and immovable fixtures such as walls, plasterboard or carpet. The roof is also a dead load. Dead loads are also known as permanent or static loads.