STANDARD

SPECIFICATIONS FOR
CONSTRUCTION WORKS
2008

Module – 01 – Guidance & General Specifications

Introduction
The Standard Specifications are published as a series of 21 stand-alone modules each addressing a

single distinct area of the construction process. This stand-alone module 01 is an integral part of the

Standard Specifications.

The purpose of the MoW STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION is to provide the

design professional with a guide for accepted construction practices for Ministry of Works projects. As

an aid to the designer, these Standard Specifications are provided for the inclusion in proposed

development projects for ease, efficiency and cost savings.

The Standard Specifications are not intended to limit the design responsibility of the design

professional. However, they establish a minimum acceptable criterion and/or quality for use within

Ministry of Works projects.

The design professional may increase the requirements of an item contained in the Standard

Specifications to meet job requirements, but when this is done, there should be no reference for that

item on the drawings to the Ministry of Works Standard Specifications and a new specification should

be included with the drawings or project contract documents.

The design professional must review all Standard Specifications to be sure that they are adequate for

the proposed project based on the job site conditions; the design professional is solely responsible for

the designs submitted under his seal.

In order to keep design standards current with changing regulations and improved construction

materials and practices this section will be updated and maintained by the concerned authorities of the

Ministry of Works. Prior to starting a new project, the design professional should contact the concerned

Directorate of the Ministry of Works to verify that he/she has the latest document revisions.

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Module List

Module
No Module Title
01 Guidance and General Specifications

02 Concrete

03 Earthworks

04 Glass and Glazing

05 Joinery and Carpentry

06 Ironmongery

07 Internal Finishes including Thermal Insulation

08 Painting and Decorating (Internal & External)

09 Metalwork

10 Roofing

11 Structural Steel (and Coatings)

12 Structural Timber

13 Masonry

14 Plumbing and Sanitary

15 Mechanical Installation in Buildings

16 Electrical Installation

17 Sewerage, Pipelines and Pipework

18 Sewerage M&E Works

19 Roadworks

20 Landscaping

21 Dredging, Reclamation and Shoreline Protection

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Table of Contents

CLAUSE DESCRIPTION PAGE

Introduction 1

Module List 2

Table of Contents 3

Foreword 4

1 PART 1 GUIDANCE FOR USE 5

1.1 Introduction............................................................................................................................... 5

1.2 Applicability............................................................................................................................... 5

1.3 Particular Specifications ........................................................................................................... 5

1.4 Precedence .............................................................................................................................. 5

1.5 Modularization .......................................................................................................................... 5

1.6 Structure of Modules ................................................................................................................ 5

1.7 Using the Modules.................................................................................................................... 5

2 PART 2 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS 6

2.1 Equivalence.............................................................................................................................. 6

2.2 Engineer’s Establishment......................................................................................................... 6

2.3 Submittals................................................................................................................................. 7

2.4 Site Management ..................................................................................................................... 9

2.5 Materials................................................................................................................................. 10

2.6 As-Built Records..................................................................................................................... 11

2.7 Survey Directorate Markers.................................................................................................... 11

2.8 Existing Services .................................................................................................................... 12

2.9 Reference Documents……………………………………………………………………………… 12

Abbreviations 13

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Foreword
This specification is an integral part of the Standard Specifications and applies to all construction works.

This general specification addresses and defines matters which are not specific to construction

processes but which are essential to the overall management of a project.

This specification must be read in its entirety, as it is structured in order of work-flow, which means that

items or activities appear in several places in the specification corresponding to the progression of the

construction process.

For larger or more complex specialized projects, a project-specific Particular Specification may also be

provided.

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1 PART 1 GUIDANCE FOR USE

1.1 Introduction

The Ministry of Works has issued a Standard Specifications for use in the construction
industry. The Standard Specifications have been published as a series of stand-alone
modules each addressing a single distinct area of the construction process. These stand-
alone documents address all the main aspects of construction.

This document (module 01), is an integral part of the Standard Specifications.

1.2 Applicability
The Standard Specifications form part of the Contract, and are applicable to all parties
involved, including Designers, those preparing tender packages and contract documentation,
and Contractors and Site Supervisory staff (consultants) involved in the construction
processes.

This general specification addresses and defines matters which are not specific to
construction processes but which are essential to the overall management of a project. The
requirements of this module are intended to be implemented on all Ministry projects, but may
be varied by project specific documents.

Commercial considerations are outside of the scope of the Standard Specifications. The Civil
Engineering Standard Method of Measurement (CESMM-UK), and/or the Standard Method of
Measurement (building work) (SMM), should be adopted in this respect where directed by the
contract.

1.3 Particular Specifications

Particular (Project specific) Specifications may be prepared and form part of the Contract.
Particular Specifications may contain and address matters relating to design and to specific
project requirements which are not addressed within the Standard Specifications.

1.4 Precedence
Particular Specifications will take precedence over the Standard Specifications. Where an
apparent conflict arises between the requirements of two or more modules of the Standard
Specifications the Engineer shall adjudicate and provide guidance to the Contractor.

The latest version available at the date of tender of any national or international standard
quoted in the Standard Specifications shall be used.

1.5 Modularization
The Ministry of Works Standard Specifications comprise twenty-one stand-alone modules.
These modules are as listed in the Module List on Page 2 of this module.

1.6 Structure of Modules

Modules 02 to 21 inclusive are structured as process documents specifying the actions to be
taken by the Contractor in order to source approved materials, apply quality control to the
delivery of materials; adequately store, handle and protect materials on site, and apply
suitable and acceptable construction methodologies, workmanship, and verification, to the
installation and assembly of materials into the Works. The final section of each module apart
from this comprises a summary.

1.7 Using the Modules

The modules have been prepared as stand-alone documents. It is envisaged that the user
will familiarize himself with the contents of each document and understand both the principles
underlying the modules and details and requirements of each document.

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2 PART 2 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

2.1 Equivalence

National and international standards for products and services are stipulated throughout the
Standard Specifications. When a reference is made to a standard or a part of a standard, the
latest version of that standard is deemed to be the applicable document. Parts of standards
called up "Part 1" are equivalent to the standard format for a call-up of part of a standard
written as "-1".

The contractor may propose services, materials, plant, components or equipment supplied or
manufactured in accordance with other national or international standards where it can be
demonstrated that the resulting performance will be at least equivalent to that required in the
Standard Specifications. Care should be taken in selecting or approving alternatives to
ensure there is no loss of quality or serviceability in the products offered. Care should also be
taken when selecting or approving such items to ensure their compatibility and satisfactory
interface with other items, systems, and sub-systems and that completed installed systems
operate as designed.

New materials may be feasible in some circumstances, or be required by the Particular

Specifications, and Contractors are encouraged to consider submitting well-supported
technical proposals to this effect.

When submitting a product manufactured in accordance with an alternative standard the

Contractor shall specifically draw this fact to the attention of the Engineer. The Contractor
may be required to provide details providing assurance relating to matters of system
interfacing. The Engineer’s decision on the acceptability of any such submission is final. The
Contractor shall submit all relevant specifications and testing standards upon request by the
Engineer.

2.2 Engineer’s Establishment

All items provided for the Engineer’s establishment shall be new, fit for purpose and shall
have a record of satisfactory use in the region.

2.2.1 Engineer’s Vehicles

The Contractor shall submit for approval a schedule of pool vehicles for the use of the
Engineer, detailing the manufacturer, model and year of registration of each vehicle and
detailing the type and duration of insurance for each vehicle. The schedule should be for pool
vehicles for site use only and be as detailed in the contract. Any use off site shall be at the
Engineer’s expense. The schedule shall indicate the proposed date of supply for each
vehicle. Following any approval of such a schedule the Contractor shall not vary any element
of the supply without written approval from the Engineer.

The Contractor shall arrange the proper service and maintenance of the Engineer’s vehicles
at the dealership workshop.

The Contractor shall arrange and maintain the agreed insurance until the vehicles are
returned by the Engineer.

2.2.2 The Engineer’s Offices

The Contractor’s schedule for the Engineer’s offices should be as detailed in the contract
documents.

The Contractor shall submit for approval:

• A key plan showing the location, building layouts, services routings and security
fencing and access for the Engineer’s compound

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 • A full set of drawings detailing the Engineer’s compound and each of the buildings
comprising the Engineer’s establishment including power, telephone and internet
connections and outlets.
• A schedule of the external and internal building finishes
• Schedules of fixtures and fittings for each room and area
• Schedules of furniture to be supplied to each room and area
• Schedules of equipment to be supplied to each room
• Test equipment for consultants use
• Services and utilities

2.2.3 Maintaining the Engineer’s Establishment

The Contractor shall maintain the Engineer’s establishment in a condition acceptable to the
Engineer based on the Contractor’s proposal for maintenance and cleaning.

The Contractor shall supply and re-supply all consumables upon request by the Engineer.
Consumables should be reclaimed against the project.

2.3 Submittals

2.3.1 Materials Schedule

The Contractor shall submit for approval a schedule programming all submittals for materials,
plant and equipment to be incorporated into the permanent works. The schedule shall be
predicated on the approved construction program and shall list each material, item of plant,
piece of equipment or component to be incorporated into the Works or that is itemized in the
Bill of Quantities. The schedule shall detail the date planned for submittal, the actual submittal
date, the date of the Engineer’s response and the approval status of the item. In planning the
submittal date sufficient time shall be allowed for the Engineer’s review and response and for
a possible re-submittal subsequent to any Engineer’s comments.

Subsequent to the approval of the schedule the contractor shall continuously update the
schedule and shall re-submit it with each monthly progress report.

2.3.2 Method Statements Schedule

All construction activities shall be governed by approved Method Statements. The Contractor
shall submit for approval a schedule programming the submission of Method Statements.
The schedule of Method Statements shall be predicated on the approved construction
program and shall plan and allow sufficient time for Engineer’s review, comment and
subsequent resubmission. The schedule shall detail the title, planned submittal date, actual
submittal date, and submittal status of each Method Statement planned. In planning the
submittal date sufficient time shall be allowed for the Engineer’s review and response and for
a possible re-submittal subsequent to any Engineer’s comments. Construction must not
proceed prior to having an approved Method Statement. Attention is drawn to the
requirements of clause 2.4.3 which requires that each Method Statement submission shall
include a separate Inspection & Test Plan and a separate Risk Assessment.

The contractor shall continuously update the schedule and shall re-submit it with each
monthly progress report.

2.3.3 Contractor Key Staff

The Contractor shall submit for approval the curriculum vitae of all key staff on the project.
Each curriculum vitae shall detail the overall qualifications and general experience of the staff
member as well as detailing experience directly relevant to the particular requirements of the
project.

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2.3.4 Project Sign Boards

The Contractor shall submit for approval details of proposed sign boards. Details to be
addressed shall include the layout and contents of each sign board as well as details of location,
support structure and lighting. Project signboards shall be provided in English and Arabic and
shall detail:

• Client
• Project
• Consultant
• Contractor
• Start and finish dates, project duration and number of working days.

Secondary signboards for Specialist Consultants and Sub-Contractors shall satisfy the
requirements of the project signboards.

Foundation and support structure details for each signboard shall be submitted.

At the end of the maintenance period, the project sign boards and supports shall be
dismantled and removed from the site by the Contractor. All works disturbed shall be made
good to match adjoining areas.

2.3.5 Site Management Plan

The Contractor shall submit for approval a Site Management Plan. The Site Management Plan
shall employ narrative and sketches or drawings to detail the management for safety and security
of the entire site. Where appropriate the Site Management Plan submission shall include
additional drawings and other details showing the evolution of the site layout over time providing
detail at various key stages, linked to the programme. This Plan will detail, as a minimum, the
following:

• The anticipated period of validity for the plan

• The perimeter security fence
• The layout and details of any site security gates
• Details of all site accesses
• Temporary connections to permanent service supplies
• Routing and protection details for proposed temporary site services
• General arrangements for all workshops
• Configuration of lay-down areas
• Details of both the Contractor’s and the Engineer’s office compounds
• Details of any proposed site cabins
• Details of workers’ rest and care facilities
• Details of temporary and haul roads and any specific routing and safety requirements
• Existing services
• Existing buildings
• Visible and any detectable buried infrastructure and any other features
• Survey Directorate markers and relocation positions for any markers to be moved
• Proposed arrangements for reducing nuisance to neighbours and occupied premises
• Trees and hedges to be protected
• Positioning of Project Sign Boards
• Measures for dealing with storm and surface water
• Access for emergency services
• Facilities management plans for each significant office, workshop or any other enclosed
space where people work. These plans shall detail the safety management processes to
be followed and shall include:
o Indications of emergency exits and exit routes and muster points
o Position, type and nature of fire extinguishers
• Special storage facilities, including diesel or cement.
• Protection of:
o Survey Directorate markers
o Above and below ground services

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 o Existing property
o Adjoining property

2.3.6 Overtime Working

Where the Contractor proposes to work on the permanent works outside of the normal working
hours specified in the Contract or on public holidays, he shall submit an application, together with
justification for approval at least twenty-four hours in advance of the shift. Approval of such
submittal is at the Engineer’s absolute discretion. Where the Contractor proposes to work
overtime routinely he shall submit a proposal for the Engineer’s approval. In the event that a
particular operation may overrun its planned duration into overtime the Contractor shall inform
the Engineer as soon as possible and shall submit a report the following day detailing the
reasons for the occurrence.

2.3.7 Site Survey

Within one week of taking possession of the site the Contractor shall submit a detailed site
survey. The survey shall detail the site topography and show all existing features, buildings,
trees, Survey Directorate markers, visible and detectable buried infrastructure and existing
services.

2.3.8 Progress Reporting

The Contractor shall submit reports detailing progress against the approved program at the
intervals required by the Engineer and shall attend progress meetings as required.

2.3.9 Damage to Existing Services

The Contractor shall submit a procedure identifying and itemising his emergency response
actions in the event of damage to any existing services on the Site. The emergency procedure
shall address the hierarchy of notifications to the various authorities for each identified
emergency scenario and the immediate actions to be taken to contain the results of the
emergency until the relevant authority takes control of the situation.

2.3.10 Fences and Hoardings

The Contractor shall submit for approval details of all security fences and hoardings prior to
erection. Fences and hoardings that have not been approved shall be removed on the
instruction of the Engineer and replaced with approved fences and hoardings.

2.4 Site Management

2.4.1 General

The Contractor shall diligently implement all aspects of the approved Site Management Plan. If
Site Management arrangements deviate significantly from the approved plan a suitably revised
plan shall be submitted for the approval of the Engineer.

2.4.2 Traffic Management

Traffic management shall be in accordance with the GCC Manual for Traffic Control.

2.4.3 Construction Health, Safety, Environment and Quality – General

All construction activities shall be controlled by Method Statements. Each Method Statement
shall comprise a documented safe system of work and shall be supported by a Risk Assessment
and an Inspection and Test Plan.

Each Method Statement together with its supporting Risk Assessment and Inspection & Test
Plan shall be submitted for approval in accordance with the approved Method Statement
Schedule. The Contractor shall address all relevant legal and regulatory requirements in his

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 submissions, and in particular the Occupational Health and Safety Department of the Human
Resources Directorate of the MoW and their requirements.

2.4.3.1 Method Statements

Each Method Statement shall comprise a step-by-step engineering approach to safe construction
and shall detail the actual construction activities together with responsibility for the satisfactory
implementation of each activity and any other document to be used as a control.

Method Statements shall satisfy the applicable requirements of any relevant Methodology and
Workmanship section in other modules of this Specification.

Method Statements shall address all applicable requirements of any Particular Specifications.

Method Statements shall comply with any manufacturer’s recommendations for the use,
application or installation of products or materials or equipment.

2.4.3.2 Inspection and Test Plans

Each Inspection and Test Plan shall indicate the type, frequency, responsibilities, controlling
document, acceptance criteria, any hold points and form of record for each Inspection and Test
required or implied by the Contract, the Standard Specifications, Particular Specifications, or by
good construction practice.

Inspection & Test Plans shall satisfy the applicable requirements of any relevant Methodology
and Workmanship section in other modules of this Standard Specifications.

Inspection and Test Plans shall address the requirements of any applicable requirements of any
Particular Specifications.

Inspection and Test Plans shall address any relevant requirements of any applicable
requirements of any manufacturer’s recommendations.

In addition to those required to provide assurance of quality, Inspection & Test Plans shall detail
any required Health, Safety and Environmental inspections, checks or tests.

2.4.3.3 Risk Assessments

Each risk assessment shall analyze and quantify the health, safety and environmental hazards
and risks at each step in the Method Statement. Management of risk to be addressed by
instructions related to personal behavior or personal protective equipment shall be included in
‘Tool Box Talks’ delivered by qualified supervisory staff. Management of risk to be addressed by
modification or addition to the construction process shall be addressed within the Method
Statement. Management of risk addressed by additional inspections, checks or tests shall be
addressed within the Inspection & Test Plan. The Risk Assessment shall record in what manner
each identified risk is to be managed.

2.5 Materials

2.5.1 Materials Suitability

Materials shall, where available, be specifically designed for use in hot climates. Proof of
satisfactory performance in the Arabian Gulf region is highly desirable and shall be provided
where available. Otherwise proof of satisfactory performance in other hot and arid regions shall
be provided.

2.5.2 Materials Submissions

Each material, plant or equipment or component intended for incorporation into the permanent
works or included in the Bill of Quantities shall be submitted for approval in accordance with the
approved Materials Schedule. Materials that have not been approved shall not be used.

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 Each material submission shall include a clear unambiguous statement indicating whether the
submittal conforms to the contract or is a non-conforming or alternate submission.

Each material submission shall provide documented evidence of conformance to the relevant
national or international standard, the requirements in the materials section of the applicable
module of this Standard Specifications and the requirements of any applicable Particular
Specifications. The entirety of any referenced Standard shall apply even if a particular part of a
standard is quoted in this Standard Specifications.

Manufacturer’s data sheets and recommendations for use shall, where available, be submitted.

Samples shall be provided as part of the submittal process when this is indicated by the contract
documentation or required by the Engineer.

As a minimum, all materials shall be used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.

Status of material submission shall be updated before and discussed at every progress meeting.

2.5.3 Use of Materials

Materials shall be handled, stored and protected in accordance with manufacturers’ written
instructions and recommendations.

Materials shall only be used within the limits of any approved submission. Widening the scope of
any material use shall only be permitted following a re-submittal and subsequent approval.

Evidence of contract conformance during delivery and installation or incorporation into the Works
shall be retained by the Contractor. Such evidence shall be submitted to the Engineer as
required.

2.6 As-Built Records

The Contractor shall maintain a printed set of construction and shop drawings for As-Built
records which shall be marked up concurrently with construction activity. The Engineer shall be
responsible for ensuring the completeness and accuracy of the records. Unless otherwise stated
in contract documents As-Built records shall comprise red-line marked up drawings identifying
differences between the original design and the actual construction. The Contractor shall report
the progress of As-Built record preparation together with each progress report.

The Contractor shall provide summaries of all Quality records compiled in accordance with the
Contract and approved Inspection & Test Plans during the execution of the Works together with
each progress report.

Submissions of As-Built and Quality records shall take place in accordance with a schedule
defined by the Engineer.

2.7 Survey Directorate Markers

The Contractor shall take all necessary precautions to avoid damage to Survey Directorate
reference points, bench marks, plot markers and the like.

The Contractor shall submit for approval his plans for protection of any Survey Directorate
markers identified on the site.

The Contractor shall immediately notify the Engineer in the event of accidental damage to Survey
Directorate markers and rectify the same to the approval of the Survey Directorate.

The Contractor shall not without permission from the Survey Directorate, reset or reposition any
Survey Directorate markers.

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2.8 Existing Services

The Contractor shall notify all service authorities of proposed works and obtain way leave
approvals before starting site operations.

The Contractor shall uphold and prevent damage to all services and shall not interfere with their
operation without the consent of the appropriate authority, and shall be responsible for submitting
any applications for consents and gaining consents from government authorities prior to starting
any activity that might affect existing services.

2.9 Reference Documents

Reference
Institution of Civil Engineers. 1991. Cesmm3 Civil Engineering Standard Method of
Measurement, Thomas Telford Ltd, ISBN-10: 0727715615

Royal Instituition of Chartered Surveyors. 1988. SMM7: Standard Method of Measurement of

Building Works, 7th edition, RICS Books. ISBN-10: 0854063609

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Abbreviations
ACB Air Circuit Breakers EMC Electromagnetic Compatibility
ACOP Approved Code of Practice EPDM Ethylene-propylene-diene-monomer
ACRIB Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Industry copolymer
Board FA Fresh Air
ADCM Acoustic Doppler Current Meters FBA Factory Built Assembly
AFMA Australian Fisheries Management Authority FRP Fibre Reinforced Polymer
AGMA American Gear Manufacturers’ Association FSC Forest Stewardship Council
AISI American Iron and Steel Institute GANA Glass Association of North America
AS Acceptance Strength GGBS Ground Granulated Blast-furnace Slag
ASTA Association of Short-circuit Testing GMS Galvanized Mild Steel
Authorities GRC Glass Reinforced Cement/Glass Reinforced
ASTM American Society for Testing Materials Concrete
ATS Automatic Transfer Switch GRP Glass Reinforced Plastics
AWS American Welding Society HCFC Hydrofluorocarbons
BASEC British Approval Service for Electric Cables HDPE High Density Polyethylene
BOCA Building Officials and Code Administrators HEPA High Efficiency Particulate Air
BRE Building Research Establishment Ltd. HFC HydroFluoroCarbon
BS British Standards HPL High Pressure Laminate
BSRIA Building Service Research and Information HPPE Higher Performance Polyethylene
Association HRC High Rupturing Capacity
CBR California Bearing Ratio HSE Health and Safety Executive
CCTV Close Circuit Television HSFG High Strength Friction Grip
CECOMAF Comité Européen des Constructeurs de HV High Voltage
Matériel Frigorifique HVCA Heating and Ventilating Contractors’
CENELEC Comité Européen de Normalisation Association
Electrotechnique ICBO International Conference of Building Officials
CFC Chlorofluorocarbons IGCC Insulating Glass Certification Council
CIBSE Chartered Institution of Building Services IGE/UP Institution of Gas Engineers – Utilization
Engineers Procedures
CHW Chilled Water IP Ingress Protection
CI Cast Iron ISAT Initial Surface Absorption Test
CLW Cooling Water ISO International Standard Organization
CM Current Margin / Communication cable ITP Inspection Testing Plan
CMP Communication cable (Plenum) KD Kiln Dried
CP Code of Practice kVA Kilovolt Ampere
CPC Circuit Protection Conductor LCD Liquid Crystal Display
CPT Cone Penetration Testing LED Light Emitting Diode
CRS Categorised Required Strength LPG Liquid Petroleum Gas
CRT Cathode Ray Tube LS0H Low Smoke Zero Halogen
CRZ Capillary Rise Zone LSF Low Smoke and Fume
CT Current Transformer LV Low Voltage
c(UL) Underwriters Laboratories Incorporated MCB Miniature Circuit Breaker
(Canada) MCC Motor Control Centre
DEO Defence Estate Organisation MCCB Moulded Case Circuit Breakers
DFT Dry Film Thickness MDF Medium Density Fireboard
DI Ductile Iron MDD Maximum Dry Density
DIN Deutsches Institut für Normung MDPE Medium Density Polyethylene
DPC Damp Proof Course MEP Mechanical Electrical Plumbing
DPDT Differential Pressure, Differential MICC Mineral Insulated Copper Covered Cable
Temperature MIO Micaceous Iron Oxide
DS Durability Strength MMI Man Machine Interface
DVR Digital Video Recorder MOD Ministry of Defence
DW Ductwork Specification MS Micro-silica
EA Exhaust Air MSDS Material Safety Data Sheet
ECMA European Computer Manufacturers MSRPC Moderate Sulphate Resistance Portland
Association Cement
EA Exhaust Air N Nitrogen
ECMA European Computer Manufacturers NDFT Nominal Dry Film Thickness
Association NEMA National Electrical Manufacturers’ Association
ECR Extra Chemical Resistant NFPA National Fire Protection Association
EIA Environmental Impact Assessment/ NRC Noise Reduction Coefficient
Electronic Industries Alliance NS Norwegian Standard

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O/D Outside Diameter
ODP Ozone Depletion Potential
OFS Oil Fired (Appliance/Equipment) Standard
OFTEC Oil Firing Technical Association
O&M Operation and Maintenance
OPC Ordinary Portland Cement
PD Published Documents
PE Polyethylene
PFA Pulverised Fuel Ash
PFC Power Factor Correction
PM Project Manager
PTFE Polytetrafluoroethylene
PVC Polyvinylchloride
PVC-u Unplasticised Polyvinylchloride
PWTAG Pool Water Treatment Advisory Group
QA/QC Quality Assurance/Quality Control
RA Return/Recycled Air
RCCD Residual Current Circuit Breaker
RCD Residual Current Device
R&D Research and Development
REFCOM Register of Companies Competent to
handle refrigerants
RPM Reinforced Plastic Mortar
RPZ Reduced Pressure Zone
RTD Resistant Temperature Detector
RTR Reinforced Thermosetting Resin
SA Supply Air
SBCCI Southern Building Code Congress
International (Incorporated)
SDR Standard Dimension Ratio
SIS Swedish Institute of Standards
SP Super-plasticizing
SPDT Single Pole Double Throw
SRPC Sulphate Resistance Portland Cement
SS Structural Strength
SSPC Steel Structures Painting Council
TIA Telecommunication Industry Association
TRA Trussed Rafter Association
UL Underwriters Laboratories Incorporated
ULPA Ultra Low Penetration Air
UP Unsaturated Polyester Resin
UPS Uninterruptible Power Supply
UTP Unshielded Twisted Pair
UV Ultra Violet
VC Vitrified Clay
VR Video Recorder
WBP Weather and Boil Proof
W/C Water Cement Ratio
WIS Water Industry Specification
WP Water Proofing
WRAS Water Regulations Advisory Scheme
XLPE Cross Linked Polyethylene

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