scope:

This standard specifies fundamental requirements relating to analyses and design and construction rules for reinforced and prestressed concrete components in nuclear power plants.

The most important actions in connection with incidents and very rare events are taken into account. The more detailed requirements specified in DIN 25459 for reinforced concrete or prestressed concrete safety containments in nuclear power plants shall also be taken into account.

This standard may also be applied by analogy to corresponding components in other nuclear facilities.