Intent 1:
To limit the probability that the placement or amount
and spacing of horizontal reinforcement will not be adequate:
- to ensure the reinforcement is encased and bonded to
the concrete, or
- to limit cracking due to temperature changes and shrinkage.
This is to limit the probability of
compromised structural integrity, which could lead to:
- structural failure, or
- where elements support or are part of an environmental
separator, the displacement or failure of required environmental separation
elements, which could lead to the deterioration of building elements.
This is to limit the probability of harm to persons.