To limit the probability that the stored products will collapse prematurely in a fire situation, which could lead to the spread of fire across required aisles and clear spaces, which could lead to the obstruction of aisles, which could lead to delays in the egress of emergency responders, which could lead to harm to emergency responders.
To limit the probability that the stored products will collapse prematurely during firefighting operations, which could lead to the obstruction of access aisles, which could negatively affect the safe egress of emergency responders, which could lead to harm to persons, including emergency responders.