2.6.1.5.(1)

Objective

OP1 Fire Protection of the Building or Facility

Attribution

Intent

Intent 1:

To limit the probability that heat from normal operation or from a fire in chimneys, flue pipes or appliances will lead to the ignition of nearby combustible construction material, which could lead to a fire or to the spread of fire to other parts of the building, which could lead to damage to the building.

Intent 2:

To direct Code users to the National Building Code of Canada with regard to clearances between chimneys, flue pipes or appliances and combustible construction.

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