This Part of BS 8000 gives recommendations on basic workmanship and covers those tasks which are frequently carried out in relation to slating and tiling of roofs and claddings of buildings.
The recommendations apply to the laying and fixing of clay and concrete tiles; natural and fibre reinforced cement slates and their associated fittings and accessories.
For design aspects of slating and tiling reference should be made to BS 5534-1 and BS 5534-2.