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,
- where elements support or are part of an environmental
separator, the failure of required environmental separation elements,
which could lead to deterioration, or
- an inability to resist expected loads, which could lead
to:
- the excessive deflection or vibration of floors, or
- the excessive movement or deformation of walls.
This is to limit the probability of:
- compromised operation of doors or windows required for
egress in an emergency, and
- persons losing their balance, tripping or falling.
This is to limit the probability of harm to persons.