QCS 2014 Introduction Page 1

INTRODUCTION

The purpose of the technical regulation QS 27/2014 [Qatar Construction Specifications 2014 (QCS-
2014)] is to provide technical guidance in connection with the execution of constructions in the State of
Qatar. Such guidance includes the establishment of the minimum acceptable material quality and
workmanship for those kinds of work which commonly occur in engineered projects in the State of
Qatar.

Qatar Construction Specifications 2014 (QCS 2014) supersedes Qatar National Construction

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Standards 2010 (QCS 2010) in all respects.

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While working earnestly to benefit from new engineering developments, Laboratories and
Standardisation Affairs in the Ministry of Environment requests that all those undertaking works

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projects in the State of Qatar to implement the specifications contained herein.

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We welcome any observations, suggestions or additions for future issues.

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