Eurocodes are a comprehensive set of harmonised technical standards developed by the European Committee for Standardisation (CEN) for the structural design of construction works throughout the European Union and beyond.
Eurocode 2 (EC2), formally known as BS EN 1992, governs explicitly the design of concrete structures and consists of four main parts:
- BS EN 1992-1-1:2004 – General rules and rules for buildings
- BS EN 1992-1-2:2004 – General rules: Structural fire design
- BS EN 1992-2:2005 – Concrete bridges: Design and detailing rules
- BS EN 1992-3:2006 – Liquid-retaining and containing structures
Eurocode 2 provides a consistent framework for concrete design across Europe, covering material properties, design principles, detailing requirements, and verification methods to ensure structural safety, serviceability, and durability.
