Sentence 3.2.6.2.(1)

Intent 1:

To limit the probability that exposure to smoke in a fire situation during the time required to achieve occupant safety and for emergency responders to perform their duties will lead to:

• delays or inefficiencies in fire suppression operations, which could lead to the spread of fire, which could lead to harm to persons, including emergency responders, and
• delays in evacuation or moving to a safe place, which could lead to harm to persons.

Intent 2:

To direct Code users to Sentences 3.2.6.2.(2) to (5) for requirements regarding fire emergency and smoke control systems used to limit the danger to occupants and firefighters from exposure to smoke in a building fire.

Intent 3:

To direct Code users to Article 3.2.6.3. for requirements regarding fire emergency and smoke control systems used to limit movement of contaminated air from one building into another during a fire.