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9.24.3.6.(1) | Application | Intent |
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| Objective | OS2 Structural Safety |
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| Application | Application 1: Attachment of steel studs to runners 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 that the inappropriate attachment
of studs will lead to their becoming displaced, which could lead to the inappropriate
attachment of studs to cladding, sheathing or interior finish materials, which
could lead to an inability to resist expected lateral and gravity loads.
This is to limit the probability of the excessive movement or deformation
of walls, which could lead to:
This is to limit the probability of harm to persons.
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