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9.23.10.2.(4)
ApplicationIntent
OS2OP2OH1OS1OS3OH4
ObjectiveOS3 Safety in Use
Attribution
[F22-OS3.1] Applies to walls that support floors.
[F22-OS3.7] Applies to walls that contain doors or windows required for emergency egress.
Application
Application 1: 
Minimum number and length of nails for bracing required in exterior walls [see Sentence 9.23.10.2.(1)], in wood-frame constructions to which Section 9.23. applies [see Sentence 9.23.1.1.(1) for application of Section 9.23.].
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Intent
Intent 1: 
To limit the probability of inadequate fastening of bracing, which could lead to an inability to resist expected gravity and lateral loads, which could lead to excessive racking.
This is to limit the probability of:
  • compromised structural integrity, or
  • the excessive deformation, displacement or failure of required environmental separation elements, which could lead to deterioration, which could lead to compromised structural integrity.
This is to limit the probability of:
  • the excessive deflection or vibration of floors, or
  • the excessive movement or deformation of walls.
This is to limit the probability of:
  • compromised operation of doors or windows required for egress in an emergency, and
  • persons losing their balance, tripping or falling.
This is to limit the probability of harm to persons.
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