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9.30.3.1.(1)
OS3OS2
ObjectiveOS2 Structural Safety
Attribution
Application
Application 1: 
Minimum thickness of wood strip flooring applied directly over joists, in 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 strength and rigidity of flooring in relation to joist spacing, which could lead to an inability to resist expected gravity loads, which could lead to structural collapse, which could lead to harm to persons.
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