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9.9.2.2.(1)
OS3+
ObjectiveOS3 Safety in Use
Attribution
[F10-OS3.7] Applies to “An exit shall be designed for no purpose other than for exiting ...”
Application
Application 1: 
Use of exits for purposes other than for exiting, in buildings to which Part 9 applies [see Sentence 1.3.3.3.(1) of Division A for application of Part 9].
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Intent
Intent 1: 
To limit the probability that the use of exits for a purpose other than exiting will lead to exits being obstructed or not readily available in an emergency, which could lead to delays in the evacuation or movement of persons to a safe place, which could lead to harm to persons.
Intent 2: 
To limit the probability that the use of an exit for a purpose other than exiting will create a hazard in the exit, which could lead to harm to persons using the exit.
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