IS 875 (part-2)-1987 in Indian Standard Codes provides conservatively imposed loads for buildings and structures.

Imposed Load

This is the load due to intended use or occupancy which may be stationary or moving. It includes the load due to impact or vibration. In buildings, it includes the weight of the occupants, the various things, and materials kept on the floors. In bridges, it includes vehicular loads on the road or rail.

IS 875 (Part 2):1987 gives imposed loads on buildings. The Indian Road Congress (IRC) and the Indian Railways specify the loads to be considered on road bridges and rail bridges, respectively.

Note:-

IS:875 (Part 1) – 1987 provides unit weight/mass of materials,

IS:875 (Part 3)-1987 provides wind loads

IS:875 (Part 4)- 1987 – provides snow loads