Every British Standard, instantly
BSOL is the online standards database that makes using standards easier and more cost effective. With it, you can access over 55,000 British Standards instantly from your desktop. It’s available 24/7 and revised every single day so you'll always be completely up to date.
BSOL lets standards into your workflow
Working with BSOL is simplicity itself. Just browse, search and download the information you need. You’ll find what you’re looking for in seconds – searching by number, keyword or phrase. And the standards are PDFs so images are crystal clear and formulas are easy to read.
Too busy to check for updated standards?
Of course you are. That’s why with BSOL, you’ll be sent automatic email alerts that let you know what’s changed and when.
And, as a subscriber, you’ll have access to every draft standard. So you'll be better placed to anticipate and influence the future of your industry.
What’s more, if you’re maintaining or using older equipment or buildings, you can search a complete archive of historical standards — as far back as 1919.
Quick and cost-effective access to all the standards you need to use
Choose from over 55 subject-related modules or build a custom collection with the standards you already use. BSOL is the only way to subscribe to PAS documents, BSI books and draft standards. And there's no extra charge for the BS 2000 series of oil and gas related standards.
Modular pricing could save you thousands when compared to buying and updating standards separately. And budgeting is predictable with one annual subscription for all your users.
Next tab: How to subscribe, three easy ways to start working with BSOL
Three easy ways to work with BSOL
1. Subscribe to the full collection
The full collection contains over 55000 British Standards and is the most comprehensive way to ensure you have access to the standards you need.
This option is often taken by libraries, universities, larger organizations, and those who work over a wide range of technical fields.
2. Subscribe to subject based modules
The BSOL database is broken down into 53 standards based modules and 3 book modules. Each module contains all the standards related to a specific subject, and many contain thousands of individual standards. Chances are your subject area is covered — you can browse the full list of modules below.
We've also mapped each BSOL module against UK legislation and EC Directives in these handy PDFs:
The three Books modules are: Management, Quality and Risk; ICT and Information governance; and Construction and fire. The books collections contain BSI's published guidance on how to get the most from popular standards.
3. Subscribe to a collection
Collections are put together for more niche areas of interest, and contain a smaller number of standards. For example, there is a wide ranging module for construction, but a smaller, more specific collection for lifts.
The collections are:
- Eurocodes
- Lifts
- Facilities Management
- Management
...or create your own custom collection
Get every standard you require and none you don't — just tell us what standards you need to use and we'll put together a custom collection.
Helpful information for BSOL users
Visit BSOL
The official web address of BSOL is: https://bsol.bsigroup.com/
BSOL Training Team
As a BSOL subscriber, you have access to a dedicated BSOL training team.
These BSOL experts can help you with quick tips, or more detailed custom training to ensure you're getting the most from BSOL.
They're available over the phone, online (via a webinar) or to visit your workplace for one-to-one or group training sessions.
To book your training or for more information, contact us at:
A Training Manager will be in touch within 48 working hours.
Useful demonstrations
Below are links to recorded demonstrations providing you with guidance on how to use different functions in BSOL.
If there are other demonstrations that you would like us to add here, please let us know by contacting us at: bsolhelp@bsigroup.com
Top tips
We hope that you find these tips helpful. If you have any key areas that you would like help with, please email us at bsolhelp@bsigroup.com