1. The document provides examples of checking the strength of beams and columns. 2. In the first example, the beam section W 310 x 97 is checked to resist ultimate loads and is found to be safe. 3. In the second example, the safety of column section W 360 x 72 is checked for a given load of 250 kN when laterally supported at mid-height. It is found to be unsafe by about 8% and requires a larger section.