Description
This part of ISO 16311 describes general requirements and procedures for the assessment of concrete structures.
The assessment can be initiated under the following circumstances, but not limited to:
a) an anticipated change in use or extension of design service life;
b) structural deterioration due to time-dependent actions such as corrosion of reinforcement, fatigue,
etc.;
c) safety and/or serviceability check (e.g. for earthquake and increased traffic actions) as required by
authorities, insurance companies, owners, etc.;
d) structural damage by accidental actions. (See ISO 2394.)
This part of ISO 16311 does not cover
— qualification of personnel,
— contractual matters, and
— health and safety requirements for the protection of workers during the investigation and testing.