Intent 1:
To limit the probability of:
- inadequate bearing support across all laminates, which
could lead to shear failure at the interface of laminates in built-up
wood beams, which could lead to structural failure of beams, or
- insufficient contact area between the top of the columns
and the beams they support, which could lead to crushing of wood fibres
in beams.
This is to limit the probability of:
- compromised structural integrity, or
- for environmental separators or elements supporting
an environmental separator, the displacement or failure of required
environmental separation elements, which could lead to the deterioration
of building elements.
For floors and elements supporting floors, this to limit
the probability of excessive deflection or vibration of floors, which
could lead to a loss of balance, tripping or falling, which could
lead to harm to persons.