ISO/FDIS 13824:2009: bases for design of structures - general principles on risk assessment of systems involving structures
This standard specifies general principles on risk assessment of systems involving structures. It provides a general framework as well as a procedure for identifying hazards and estimating, evaluating and treating risks of structures and systems involving structures. Its aim is to facilitate and enhance decision-making with regard to monitoring, reducing and managing risks in an efficient, cost-effective and transparent manner. Within the broader context of risk management, risk assessment provides decision makers with procedures to determine whether or not and in what manner it is appropriate to treat risks.
The focus of this standard is on strategic and operational decision-making related to design, assessment, maintenance and decommissioning of structures. This also includes formulation and calibration of related codes and standards. Systems involving structures can expose stakeholders at various levels in society to significant risks. It can also be used for risk assessment of exceptional structures, the design of which is usually beyond the scope of existing codes.