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9.12.1.2.(1) | Application | Intent |
| OS2 | OP2 | OH1 | OH4 | OS3 |
| Objective | OS3 Safety in Use |
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| Application | Application 1: Standing water in excavations for 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 of saturation of the soil beneath
foundations, which could lead to the soil being unable to resist foundation
loads, which could lead to excessive settlement, which could lead to structural
damage to foundations and superstructures. For floors
and elements supporting floors, this is to limit the probability of excessive
deflection or damage, which could lead to rough or uneven floor surfaces,
which could lead to persons tripping or falling, which could lead to harm
to persons.
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