What is BS EN 16508 - Temporary works for constructions about?  
Planning and design of temporary works play a key role in a successful construction project. While permanent work or finished product is final deliverable to the client/customer, temporary works or enabling works are required to enable the contractor to perform main works with due safety, quality and within the stipulated time. BS EN 16508 specifies performance requirements and design methods for temporary roofs and encapsulations. It is possible to form the constructions in several ways:
- Temporary roof which is supported by an existing permanent construction
- Temporary roof which is supported by a scaffold
- Temporary roof which is supported by another temporary construction (steel frame)
- Temporary wall which is supported by a separate construction
- Encapsulation which is a complete temporary construction including roof, walls, and corresponding temporary supports
BS EN 16508 sets out general requirements. These are substantially independent of the materials of which the construction is made
Who is BS EN 16508 - Temporary works for constructions for? 
BS EN 16508 on temporary works for constructions is useful for: 
- Construction companies/engineers
- Professional temporary design agencies
- Civil engineers 
- Building Architects 
- Construction workers  
- Design engineers/professionals
- Contractors 
Why should you use BS EN 16508 - Temporary works for constructions?  
The purpose of a temporary roof and encapsulation construction according to BS EN 16508 is to protect the area inside from climatic influences and dust. It is also used to protect the public from effects from inside. BS EN 16508 provides you with performance requirements and design specifications for temporary works equipment and encapsulation constructions.
BS EN 16508 includes rules for structural design, which are of particular relevance to encapsulations. Following guidelines in BS EN 16508 for temporary works, help you to ensure the safety of manpower, equipment and surroundings at the site and you can give safe delivery of your construction project to your customers.
 
