In addition, it also gives guidance upon the number of areas in an individual article from which batches of coating thickness measurements should be taken (Table 2). The standard then lays down a post-galvanizing inspection regime indicating the minimum number of samples which should be taken for inspection based upon the size of the lot galvanized (Table 1). Initially a visual inspection is conducted to access surface finish. Limitations on uncoated areas and areas of damage with details upon their repair.A degree of uniformity of coating thickness over an article with the emphasis for testing being placed on non-destructive techniques.A regime for post-galvanizing inspection for the purposes of quality control.Surface requirements of the galvanized coating.The key points covered within the standard are: The standard excludes products processed by an automated process such as sheet, wire and tubes. EN ISO 1461 : 2009 Hot Dip Galvanized Coatings n Fabricated Iron and Steel Articles – Specifications and Test Methods, covers the galvanizing of steel fabrications, sections and castings in a bath of molten zinc containing a minimum of 98% zinc. The European and International standard covering post-fabrication hot dip galvanizing of steelwork I.S.