A core function of the NSSS is to define the quality of materials and the standards of workmanship. The 7th Edition updates the material references to modern European designations. It specifies requirements for hot-rolled structural steel, typically referencing series for sections and plates, and BS EN 10210 and BS EN 10219 for hollow sections.
This specification is not a design guide – it is a designed to be incorporated into tender and construction documents. It should be used alongside: A core function of the NSSS is to
This article is for informational purposes. Always consult the original published specification and a qualified structural engineer for actual project decisions. The NSSS is copyrighted material; ensure you hold a valid license. This specification is not a design guide –
: Outlines requirements for corrosion and fire protection (including intumescent coatings). Quality Management The NSSS is copyrighted material; ensure you hold