1. Saudi Building Code (SBC)
1. SBC 301 – Structural / Loads & Forces (based on ASCE / international practices)
2. SBC 401 – Electrical Requirements (for electrical systems in buildings)
3. SBC 801 – Fire Protection Requirements / Saudi Fire Code (based on NFPA and international fire protection standards)
2. Saudi Civil Defense Fire Safety Regulations
• Refer to NFPA standards adopted in the Kingdom, including:
– NFPA 1: Fire Code – Requirements for fire prevention and protection
– NFPA 13: Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems
– NFPA 72: National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code
– NFPA 101: Life Safety Code – Establishes requirements for egress, occupancy, and fire protection features
3. Standards from SASO (Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization) – IEC / international standards for electrical, material, safety, etc.
4. Saudi Arabian Grid Code
5. SEC / Saudi Electricity Company Specifications & Material Standards
6. Saudi Aramco Codes
7. SABIC Codes
8. International / External Codes & Standards used by reference or in special sectors
