CODE

CODE

A code is a body of laws, as of nation, city, etc., arranged systematically for easy reference.

When a structure is bulit within the jurisdiction of a city or state, it often must comply with certain “building codes”. Since a code consists of “laws” having legal status, it will always be considered mandatory. Therefore, we will see text containing words such as “shall” and “will”.

Examples :

AWS D1.1, Structural Welding Code – Steel

ANSI/ASME B31.1, Power Piping

ASME Section I untill XI