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9.33.6.4.(6)
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ObjectiveOS1 Fire Safety
Attribution
Application
Application 1: 
Foamed plastic insulation used in ceiling spaces that act as return air plenums serving heating systems in which the rated heat input does not exceed 120 kW and serving only one dwelling unit, 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 that foamed plastic, once ignited, will contribute to the rapid spread of fire and smoke throughout the building, which could lead to harm to persons.
Intent 2: 
To expand the application of Sentence (5) to include situations where the foamed plastic insulation is protected from exposure to the plenum by an acceptable thermal barrier.
Intent 3: 
To expand the application of Sentence 3.1.5.12.(2).
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