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3.3.2.2.(3)
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ObjectiveOS1 Fire Safety
Attribution
[F03-OS1.2] Applies where space under tiers of seats is not sprinklered.
Application
Application 1: 
Minimum fire-resistance rating of fire separations that separate space under tiers of seats from the seats, where usable space exists under tiers of seats in arena-type buildings.
This applies to buildings described in Sentence 1.3.3.2.(1) of Division A.
Application 2: 
This also applies to:
  • tents and air-supported structures, as stated in Sentences 3.1.6.1.(1) and 9.10.1.2.(1), and
  • buildings to which Part 9 applies [see Sentence 1.3.3.3.(1) of Division A for application of Part 9], as stated in Sentence 9.10.1.2.(2).
Exceptions: 
except as stated in:
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Intent
Intent 1: 
To limit the probability that fire will spread from a space under tiers of seats to the seating area, which could lead to harm to persons.
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