The need for better Standards and Specification is crucial to improving service delivery in the Construction Industry. One of the functions of CIA shall be to “encourage the standardisation and improvement of Construction Materials and Techniques”.

The CIA assists the Construction Industry in improving its efficiency through wider use of Construction Standards. CIA works in collaboration with Mauritius Standards Bureau to develop and adopt common standards related to the Construction Industry.

In fact, the “Building and Construction Standard Committee” set up under the aegis of the Mauritius Standards Bureau is responsible for the development of common standards on construction.  The CIA as a member of the Building and Construction Standard Committee contributes to providing guidance and leadership towards the development of common standards related to the Construction Industry.

Standards developed or adopted by the MSB are usually voluntary. However, a few standards are even mandatory, such as MS 10, MS 34, etc. Construction-related Standards are available for purchase at the MSB. The International Organisation for Standardization has recently published a brochure relating to International Standards for the Construction Sector.

The document in the link is an interesting reference for those who want to know more about the portfolio of standards designed by the ISO for the Construction Sector. It highlights the wide range of topics addressed by ISO’s Technical Committees working on standards for the Construction Industry.