9.3.1.5.(1)

Objective

OS1 Fire Safety

Attribution

[F20,F80-OS1.1]Applies where concrete supports or is used in chimneys or fireplaces.

Intent

Intent 1:

To limit the probability that water containing an excessive proportion of contaminants will lead to the inadequate strength or accelerated deterioration of concrete under expected environmental or structural loads.

Where concrete supports or is used in chimneys or fireplaces, this is to limit the probability of the compromised integrity of the chimney or fireplace, which could lead to the ignition of combustible building components.

This is to limit the probability of harm to persons.

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