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9.9.8.2.(1)
OS3
ObjectiveOS3 Safety in Use
Attribution
Application
Application 1: 
Maximum travel distance to and minimum number of exits from floor areas, in buildings to which Part 9 applies [see Sentence 1.3.3.3.(1) of Division A for application of Part 9].
Application 2: 
This also applies to:
  • the maximum travel distance from any point within a room or suite to the nearest egress door, as stated in Sentence 9.9.7.6.(1), and
  • certain mezzanines, as stated in Sentence 9.9.8.6.(1).
Exceptions: 
except as stated in:
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Intent
Intent 1: 
To limit the probability of excessive travel distances to exits, 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 persons will not have access to an alternative exit in the event one exit is blocked or obstructed 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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