Sentence 9.14.5.2.(1)

  1. OH1
  2. OS2
  3. OP2
  4. OS3

Objective

OS2 Structural Safety

Attribution

(a),(b) [F60,F61-OS2.1,OS2.3]
(c) [F52-OS2.3]

Intent

Intent 1:

To limit the probability of:

  • [Clauses 9.14.5.2.(1)(a) and 9.14.5.2.(1)(b)] silting-up of the sump pit, which could lead to the ingress of moisture from the ground, or
  • [Clause 9.14.5.2.(1)(c)] excessive moisture transfer from the sump pit into interior spaces, which could lead to high relative humidity.

This is to limit the probability of:

  • compromised structural integrity of foundation walls and basement floors, or of elements supported by the walls or floors, or
  • deterioration, which could lead to compromised integrity of elements supported or protected by exterior foundation walls.

This is to limit the probability of harm to persons.

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