scope:

This part of standard sets out the significant parameters which are relevant to the provision of formwork for all types of vertical concrete faces. For most parameters, it gives ranges of values from which a choice has to be made. It also gives some additional parameters for factory made panels which are part of a system and are assembled to create vertical formwork. Several groups are used to form a classification. It gives guidance on design by the limit state method. It does not specify the micro quality of the form face or any of the parameters of the concrete face which will be revealed when the formwork is removed.