9.33.6.7.(2)

Objective

OS2 Structural Safety

Attribution

Intent

Intent 1:

To limit the probability of sheet metal failure at nail heads, which could lead to the collapse or opening of joints and air leakage at duct connections, which could lead to an inability to maintain the minimum indoor air temperatures [see Sentence 9.33.3.1.(1)], which could lead to condensation, which could lead to deterioration, which could lead to compromised structural integrity, which could lead to harm to persons.

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