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3.6.3.3.(1)
OS1OH2
ObjectiveOS1 Fire Safety
Attribution
(d),(e) [F02-OS1.2]
Application
Application 1: 
Combustibility of construction materials for linen chutes and refuse chutes, and combustibility of services in shafts surrounding the chutes, in buildings described in Sentence 1.3.3.2.(1) of Division A.
Application 2: 
This also applies to chutes and shafts in 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.(7), except where the chute or shaft is entirely contained within a dwelling unit.
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Intent
Intent 1: 
To limit the probability that the construction materials of linen chutes or refuse chutes, or services in such chutes, will contribute to the growth and spread of a fire originating in the chutes, which could lead to the spread of fire to other parts of the building, which could lead to harm to persons.
Intent 2: 
To limit the probability that a fire in the shaft will spread to the linen or refuse chute, which could lead to the growth or spread of fire, which could lead to harm to persons.
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