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9.14.4.1.(1) | Application | Intent |
OS2 | OP2 | OH1 | OS2 | OP2 | OH1 | OH4 | OS3 |
Objective | OS3 Safety in Use |
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Application | Application 1: Granular material that is laid down to drain the bottom
of exterior foundation walls of buildings to
which Part 9 applies [see Sentence 1.3.3.3.(1) of Division A for application
of Part 9].
Exceptions:
except for:
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Intent | Intent 1: To limit the probability that weathering of pyritic material
will lead to excessive loading on foundation walls, under lateral soil pressure,
with attendant structural damage to the foundation and superstructure.
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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