Intent 1:
To limit the probability of termite infestation,
which could lead compromised structural integrity.
For environmental separators or elements protected by environmental
separators, this is to limit the probability of the excessive movement
or deformation of walls, which could lead to:
- the excessive deformation or displacement of cladding,
- compromised air barrier systems, or
- compromised thermal performance of components intended
to provide resistance to heat transfer.
This is to limit the probability of:
- condensation,
- precipitation ingress, or
- the ingress of moisture from the ground.
This is to limit the probability of:
- an inadequate control of the temperature of interior
spaces, relative humidity or water accumulation,
- the generation of pollutants from biological growth
or from materials that become unstable on wetting, or
- deterioration, which could lead to compromised integrity
of environmental separators or of elements protected by environmental
separators.
This is to limit the probability of:
- negative effects on the air quality of indoor spaces,
- the inadequate thermal comfort of persons, and
- contact with moisture.
This is to limit the probability of harm to persons.