What is BS EN 12812 - Falsework about?
BS EN 12812 specifies performance requirements and limits state design methods for two design classes of falsework. BS EN 12812 sets out the rules that have to be taken into account to produce a safe falsework structure.
BS EN 12812 also provides information for falsework that is required to support a "permanent structure", or where the design or supply of falsework has to be commissioned.
BS EN 12812 also gives information on foundations.
Note1: BS EN 12812 does not specify requirements for formwork, although formwork may be a part of the falsework construction. Nor does it provide information on access and working scaffolds, which is given in EN 12811-1.
Note2: BS EN 12812 does not provide information about site activities. It does not provide information about the use of some standardized products, including timber formwork beams conforming to EN 13377 and props conforming to EN 1065.
Who is BS EN 12812 - Falsework for?
BS EN 12812 on performance requirements and general design for falsework is useful for:
- Civil engineers
- Architects
- Real estate developers
Why should you use BS EN 12812 - Falsework?
Most falsework is used:
- To carry the loads due to freshly poured concrete for permanent structures until these structures have reached a sufficient load-bearing capacity
- To absorb the loads from structural members, plants and equipment which arise during the erection, maintenance, alteration or removal of buildings or other structures
- Additionally, to provide support for the temporary storage of building materials, structural members and equipment
