This Technical Guidance Note contains basic information relevant to the application and use of the standard
AS/NZS 1554.1 Structural steel welding Part 1: Welding of steel structures. It is designed to be read in conjunction
with the standard, and, to assist users in understanding their requirements. Additional information can be found in
Weld Australia’s Technical Note 11 Commentary on the Structural Steel Welding Standard AS/NZS 1554.