AS 3610.1-2018 PDF

Full title and description

AS 3610.1:2018 — Formwork for concrete, Part 1: Specifications. This part of the AS 3610 series sets out requirements for the documentation, surface finish specification and selected structural considerations relevant to formwork for cast in situ and precast concrete.

Abstract

AS 3610.1:2018 specifies the documentation and architectural requirements (quality, tolerance, colour and evaluation) for off‑form and repaired concrete surfaces, and identifies structural requirements of formwork that are critical to stability, strength and serviceability during construction and in the completed structure. It clarifies the information to be supplied for formwork design and construction and includes procedures for evaluating finished concrete surfaces.

General information

• Status: Current (in force).
• Publication date: 16 April 2018.
• Publisher: Standards Australia.
• ICS / categories: 91.100.30 — Concrete and concrete products (Formwork for concrete).
• Edition / version: 2018 edition (revises AS 3610.1‑2010).
• Number of pages: 81 pages (published edition).

Scope

This standard provides the specification requirements for formwork documentation and for the assessment of the finished concrete surface. It covers: the required architectural, structural and construction information to be provided for formwork design and construction; procedures and criteria for specifying surface quality, tolerances, colour and evaluation of off‑form and repaired concrete; and structural requirements of formwork that affect the stability, strength and serviceability of the permanent structure during construction and after completion. AS 3610.1 focuses on specification and surface finish rather than the detailed engineering design of falsework (which is addressed in the companion Part 2).

Key topics and requirements

• Documentation requirements: drawings, schedules, specifications and information necessary for formwork delivery and verification.
• Surface finish specification: classes of finish, tolerance bands, evaluation procedures and acceptance criteria for off‑form and repaired surfaces.
• Colour and appearance: guidance and procedures for specifying and assessing concrete colour and surface uniformity.
• Structural considerations: identification of formwork/falsework aspects that affect stability, strength and serviceability during construction and in the completed structure.
• Interfaces with other standards: coordination with concrete design and materials standards and with Part 2 (design and construction).
• Quality control and inspection: requirements for verifying compliance with specified surface and documentation standards.

Typical use and users

AS 3610.1:2018 is used by structural and civil engineers, formwork designers, site and construction managers, contractors, architects, precast manufacturers, concrete suppliers, quality inspectors and building certifiers. It is referenced during tendering, contract specification, shop drawing preparation, quality inspections, remedial works and acceptance of formed concrete surfaces on building and civil projects.

Related standards

Key related documents include other parts of the AS 3610 series (for example AS 3610.2 — Formwork for concrete, Part 2: Design and construction, published December 22, 2023), earlier AS 3610 editions (AS 3610‑1995 and AS 3610.1‑2010), and concrete design standards such as AS 3600 (Concrete structures). Users should coordinate requirements across the AS 3610 series and relevant concrete and structural standards.

Keywords

formwork; falsework; concrete; surface finish; off‑form finish; tolerances; documentation; concrete colour; evaluation; construction specification; AS 3610; formwork specification.

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: AS 3610.1:2018 is the Australian Standard titled "Formwork for concrete, Part 1: Specifications" that sets out specification, documentation and surface‑finish requirements for formwork used with in‑situ and precast concrete.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers the documentation needed for formwork design and construction, architectural requirements and procedures for specifying and evaluating surface quality, tolerance and colour of off‑form or repaired concrete surfaces, and identifies structural formwork requirements that are critical to the safety and serviceability of the completed structure.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Structural and geotechnical engineers, formwork designers, contractors, builders, architects, precast manufacturers, concrete suppliers, quality inspectors and certifying bodies use this standard for specifying, building and accepting formed concrete surfaces.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: The document is the 2018 edition and replaces AS 3610.1‑2010. It remains the specification‑focused part of the AS 3610 series; users should check for any amendments or updates from Standards Australia before relying on it for the latest regulatory or contractual requirements.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: Yes. AS 3610.1 is Part 1 of the AS 3610 series on Formwork for concrete. A complementary Part 2 covering design and construction (AS 3610.2) was published subsequently (Part 2 published December 22, 2023) and together the parts address both specification and engineering/design aspects of formwork and falsework.

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: Formwork, falsework, concrete surface finish, off‑form, tolerances, documentation, specification, concrete colour, evaluation, AS 3610.