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9.22.3.1.(1) | Application | Intent |
| OS1 | OP1 |
| Objective | OP1 Fire Protection of the Building |
| Attribution | |
| Application | Application 1: Minimum thickness of the back and sides of masonry
fireplaces constructed on-site, including the thickness of any firebrick liner,
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 Sentence 9.22.3.1.(2), which applies where
a steel fireplace liner is used with an air circulating chamber surrounding
the firebox.
Application 2: This also applies to fireplaces in buildings to
which Part 6 applies [see Sentence 1.3.3.2.(1) of Division A for application
of Part 6], as stated in Sentence 6.2.1.5.(1). |
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| Intent | Intent 1: To limit the probability of excessive heat transfer by conduction
from the fire chamber through the back or sides of the fireplace, which could
lead to the ignition of combustible building components, which could lead
to damage to the building. |
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