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4.1.3.6.(1)
OP2OH4
ObjectiveOP2 Structural Sufficiency of the Building
Attribution
Application
Application 1: 
Design of floor systems for vibrations.
This applies to buildings described in Sentence 1.3.3.2.(1) of Division A and to buildings to which Part 9 applies [see Sentence 1.3.3.3.(1) of Division A for application of Part 9] that are required to be designed in accordance with the requirements of Part 4.
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Intent
Intent 1: 
To limit the probability of excessive vibrations in the floor system, which could impede the use of the floor for the intended use and occupancy [e.g. for vibration-sensitive processes or equipment].
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