BS 5975-2:2024 PDF

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What is BS 5975-2 –  Falsework design and implementation about? The second of two standards on temporary works, BS 5975-2:2024 deals with all aspects of falsework used in construction. Who is BS 5975-2 – Falsework design and implementation for?

temporary works designers; temporary works coordinators (TWC); suppliers; manufacturers; and construction contractors.

What does BS 5975-2 – Falsework design and implementation cover? BS 5975-2:2024 gives recommendations and guidance on design, specification, construction, use and dismantling of falsework. It includes guidance on permissible stress and limit state design of all falsework. The guidance also applies to the design of class A falsework defined in BS EN 12812 , the design of which is specifically excluded from BS EN 12812 . BS 5975-2:2024 covers the design of falsework and associated formwork and can be applied to the design of other temporary works. It also covers:

materials including material factors; safety and load factors; analysis and design of falsework, including both proprietary equipment and traditional scaffolding solutions; wind loading (reference to temporary and permanent stability); and reference to other British Standards for the desi...