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9.12.3.3.(2) | Application | Intent |
| OS2 | OP2 | OH1 | OS3 |
| Objective | OS3 Safety in Use |
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| Application | Application 1: Backfill for foundations of buildings to which Part 9 applies [see Sentence 1.3.3.3.(1) of Division A for application of Part 9].
Exceptions:
except as stated in Sentence 9.12.3.3.(3), which applies to foundation constructions that are not susceptible to
damage from ice lensing.
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| Intent | Intent 1: To limit the probability of excessive lateral loading on
foundation walls or jacking pressures from adfreezing to foundation walls,
which could lead to:
For floors and elements supporting floors,
this is to limit the probability of excessive deflection or damage, which
could lead to rough or uneven floor surfaces, which could lead to persons
tripping or falling, which could lead to harm to persons.
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