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9.9.5.5.(2) | Application | Intent |
OS3 |
Objective | OS3 Safety in Use |
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Application | Application 1: Placing of obstructions, such as counter gates, in
required means of egress from floor
areas or parts of floor areas, where the
obstructions do not meet the requirements for exit doors,
in buildings to which Part 9 applies [see Sentence 1.3.3.3.(1) of Division A for application of Part 9].
Exceptions:
except:
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Intent | Intent 1: To limit the probability that the width of the required
means of egress will be reduced to less than the required width, which could
lead to insufficient width to permit efficient egress in an emergency situation,
which could lead to delays in the evacuation or movement of persons to a safe
place, which could lead to harm to persons. |
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