This Handbook provides a complete clause-by-clause guide to the Code and is essential reading for anyone wishing to exploit the cost benefits achieved through the use of masonry both reinforced and prestressed, and includes numerous worked examples, and a model specification. Design charts and interaction curves are included to aid the designer, together with an extensive bibliography. Guidance is given on design procedures for enhancing the lateral load resistance of otherwise unreinforced masonry panels by the incorporation of bed joint reinforcement.