The 7th Edition (including its 1st Revision) of the National Structural Steelwork Specification (NSSS) for Building Construction is the current industry standard in the UK for the fabrication and erection of structural steel.
The National Structural Steelwork Specification (NSSS) for Building Construction, 7th Edition, is the essential industry standard for steel structures in the UK. It ensures that steelwork is designed, fabricated, and erected safely and consistently across all projects. 🏗️ Key Highlights of the 7th Edition The 7th Edition (including its 1st Revision) of
Building Safety Act 2022: Revisions were made specifically to align with the requirements of the Building Safety Act 2022, focusing on competence and capability. SCI P185 – Guidance on NSSS (explains the
Modified Protective Treatments: Section 10 has been heavily revised, introducing updated requirements for corrosion protection and specific new clauses for the application and testing of intumescent coatings to improve fire safety. Where to Find the PDF Key Updates in the 7th Edition
“Structural steelwork shall be designed to Eurocode 3 (BS EN 1993-1-1), fabricated and erected in accordance with the National Structural Steelwork Specification for Building Construction, 7th Edition (BCSA/SCI, 2019), including Amendment No. 1 (2020). Execution Class EXC2 applies unless stated otherwise. All welding to EN ISO 5817 Quality Level C.”
Mandatory certification for welding quality management systems to BS EN ISO 3834-3 (Section 11). newsteelconstruction.com Major 7th Edition Updates (1st Revision 2023)
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