This document specifies requirements for precast concrete poles (also commonly called masts) (either all of a piece or composed of elements), reinforced and/or prestressed as structural elements; they may be hollow or solid and may receive or include additional components (e.g. cross-arms, platforms etc.), inserts and connectors. Additional elements may be connected to pole elements.
Structures made from such elements in mono- or multi-legged form may be used for :
-- overhead electrical lines ;
-- telecommunication lines ;
-- overhead electrical lines for railways, trams and similar ;
-- supports for lighting ;
-- supports for loudspeaker installation ;
-- antenna and telecommunication poles ;
-- supports for wind turbines ;
-- and similar installations.
This document does not cover lighting columns for use in traffic circulation areas.