Intent 1:
To limit the probability of:
- inadequate bearing length for the supported framing,
- inadequate bending strength, or
- inadequate thickness.
This is to limit the probability of
an inability to resist expected gravity, lateral and wind-uplift loads,
which could lead to:
- crushing of sill plates,
- failure of sill plates, or
- pull-through or inadequate penetration of fasteners,
which could lead to failure of connections.
This is to limit the probability of inadequate support for
or anchorage of floor assemblies.
This is to limit the probability of compromised structural
integrity, which could lead to:
- the structural collapse of wood-frame construction,
or
- where wood-frame construction supports or is part of
an environmental separator, the excessive deformation, displacement
or failure of required environmental separation elements, which could
lead to deterioration, which could lead to further compromised structural
integrity.
This is to limit the probability of:
- the space being unsuitable for its intended use,
- compromised operation of windows or doors, or
- damage to the building.