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EN 12812Construction

EN 12812 — falsework (temporary support structures)

What is it?

The standard for structures that temporarily CARRY loads — shoring towers and formwork support for concrete decks and bridges. Unlike access scaffolds (EN 12811), falsework failure means structural collapse, so design classes and assembly discipline are stricter.

What evidence should a candidate have?

Formwork-carpenter references with system shoring (tower systems, drop-head systems), assembly per layout drawings and load-class awareness.

Why it matters for staffing

Concrete frame projects live on falsework crews — carpenters who assemble supported slabs by drawings are perennially short across the EU.

Official sources
CEN ↗
Used in trade modules
ConstructionScaffolder
Related standards
EN 13670 · ISO 17660
EN 13670 — execution of concrete structures (+ ISO 17660 rebar welding)
EN 12810 · EN 12811 · TRBS 2121
Scaffolding — EN 12810, EN 12811 and TRBS 2121
2009/104/ES
Directive 2009/104/EC — work equipment and work at height
EN 516 · EN 517 · EN 612
Roofing standards — EN 516, EN 517, EN 612

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