In the design of reinforced concrete structures, the structural engineer must guarantee a
safe structure. Safety as a requirement dictates that a structure should not cause any harm or loss
of life throughout its construction and operation. The safety of all infrastructure is first conceived
in the design stage where potential hazards are identified corresponding to the building’s various
structural systems and behaviours (Arya, 2022). These potential hazards, presumed to lead to the
structure's accidental collapse or failure, are analysed and appropriate design mitigation
strategies and methods are implemented. The entire planning process in this regard must adhere
to the design philosophy adopted i.e. limit state design and incorporate the appropriate legally
accepted standards of reinforced concrete design i.e. the Eurocodes.