1. Saudi Building Code (SBC)
• SBC 301 – Structural Requirements: Loads and forces (based on ASCE and international practices).
• SBC 401 – Electrical Requirements: Standards for electrical systems in buildings.
• SBC 801 – Fire Protection Requirements: Saudi Fire Code and fire safety provisions.
2. Saudi Civil Defense Fire Safety Regulations
• Based on NFPA 101 – Life Safety Code.
3. SASO Standards (Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization)
• Incorporating IEC and other international standards for electrical, material, and safety compliance.
4. Saudi Arabian Grid Code
• Governs requirements for power generation, transmission, and distribution interconnections.
5. Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) Specifications and Material Standards
• Covering approved materials, equipment specifications, and installation practices.
6. Saudi Aramco Engineering Standards (SAES)
• Applicable to projects under or aligned with Aramco’s technical requirements.
7. SABIC Engineering Standards (SES)
• Used in industrial and chemical plant projects following SABIC specifications.
8. International and External Codes and Standards
• Applied by reference or where required in specialized sectors (e.g., ASTM, ASME, ISO).
