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9.23.11.2.(1)
ApplicationIntent
OS2OP2OH1OH4OS1OS3
ObjectiveOS1 Fire Safety
Attribution
[F20,F22-OS1.2] Applies to assemblies required to provide fire resistance.
Application
Application 1: 
Provision of bottom wall plates, 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 distribution of vertical loads to and from studs,
  • inadequate lateral support for the ends of the studs, or
  • inadequate diaphragm action of plates.
This is to limit the probability of the excessive deflection of walls.
Where assemblies are required to provide fire resistance, this is to limit the probability of compromised fire resistance of the assembly, which could lead to harm to persons.
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