Intent 1:
To limit the probability of:
- an inadequate distribution of roof or floor loads transmitted
through framing elements, which could lead to overstressing of hollow
masonry units,
- an inadequate barrier, which could lead to termites
accessing structural wood elements, or
- the ingress of water into the cores of hollow masonry
units.
This is to limit the probability of
compromised structural integrity, which could lead to:
- structural failure, or
- where elements support or are part of an environmental
separator, the displacement or failure of required environmental separation
elements, which could lead to the deterioration of building elements.
This is to limit the probability of harm to persons.