Code of practice for foundations (Withdrawn)

BS 8004:1986

British Standards Institution
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Document Status

Withdrawn

Supplement

Core Supplement

Series

BS

Abstract

Design and construction of foundations for the normal range of buildings and engineering structures, excluding foundations for special structures. General design, shallow, deep and subaqueous foundations, cofferdams and caissons, pile foundations; guidance on geotechnical processes; also tide work, underwater concreting, diving and site preparation for foundation work. Durability of timber, metal and concrete structures. A special reference is made to safety precautions.

History

Superseded by BS 8004:2015+A1:2020 and BS EN 1997-1:2004+A1:2013.

ISBN

0580151662

Subjects

  • Civil engineering, infrastructure and public utilities
  • Building foundations/ground floors
  • Building structure
  • Earthworks/foundations/piling/retaining walls

Publisher History

With over 100 years of experience the British Standards Institute is recognised as the UK’s National standards body. Their committees work with the manufacturing and service industries, government, businesses and consumers to facilitate the production of British, European and International standards.

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