scope:

(1) This European Prestandard specifies general requirements for execution of structural steelwork produced from hot rolled, hot finished, welded and cold formed steel products. This European Prestandard does not cover cold formed thin gauge members and sheeting. The definition of steel products is given in EN 10079. (2) In addition, Part 1 gives detailed requirements for structures which are not significantly susceptible to fatigue. The definition of structures which are not significantly susceptible to fatigue are given in ENV 1993-1-1. (3) The standard also gives the method for specifying to match the requirements of the standard to project specific requirements. (4) The standard is also applicable to steel components in composite steel and concrete structures as defined in ENV 1994-1-1. (5) The standard is also applicable to temporary steel structures.