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9.12.2.1.(1)
OS2OP2OH1OH4OS3
ObjectiveOS2 Structural Safety
Attribution
Application
Application 1: 
Excavations for the foundations of 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 foundations will be installed on loose soil which has a lower bearing capacity than expected, which could lead to the undue subsidence of soil beneath foundations, which could lead to excessive stress on foundations, which could lead to structural damage to foundations and superstructures.
This is to limit the probability of compromised structural integrity of elements supported by foundations, which could lead to:
  • an inability to support vertical building loads or lateral earth loads, or
  • for environmental separators or elements supporting an environmental separator, the displacement or failure of required environmental separation elements, which could lead to the deterioration of building elements.
This is to limit the probability of harm to persons.
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