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9.13.4.5.(2) | Application | Intent |
OH1 |
Objective | OH1 Indoor Conditions |
Attribution | |
Application | Application 1: Lapping of joints in soil gas
barriers that are installed below interior floor slabs that are in contact
with the ground, in buildings to which Part 9 applies
[see Sentence 1.3.3.3.(1) of Division A for application of Part 9].
Exceptions:
except as stated in:
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Intent | Intent 1: To limit the probability of discontinuity in soil gas barriers,
where they are weighed down by a concrete slab [which clamps the joints],
which could lead to the infiltration of soil gas (particularly radon), which
could lead to negative effects on the air quality of indoor spaces, which
could lead to harm to persons. |
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