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9.24.3.1.(4) | Application | Intent |
OH1 | OS2 | OP2 | OS3 | OS1 |
Objective | OS1 Fire Safety |
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Application | Application 1: Provision, installation and fastening of runners to
support the ends of studs at openings, where the studs are not full wall height,
in non-loadbearing exterior and interior walls
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 of inadequate means to anchor wall
assemblies at openings, or inadequate means for the top and bottom attachment
of cladding, sheathing or interior finish materials, which could lead to:
For assemblies that are required to provide
fire resistance, this is to limit the probability of excessive movement, deformation
or failure under expected loads, which could lead to compromised fire resistance
of the assemblies, which could lead to harm to persons.
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