9.22.5.1.(2)

Objective

OS1 Fire Safety

Attribution

(a),(b)[F01-OS1.1]

Intent

Intent 1:

To limit the probability that the expulsion of burning embers from the fire chamber onto floor surfaces will lead to the ignition of combustible building components in the vicinity of the raised fireplace opening, which could lead to harm to persons.

Intent 2:

To supersede the requirement stated in Sentence 9.22.5.1.(1), where the probability of burning embers being expelled from the fire chamber and contacting the floor surface is increased.

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