Sentence 9.20.7.4.(1)

  1. OS1
  2. OS2
  3. OP2
  4. OH1
  5. OH4
  6. OS3

Objective

OS3 Safety in Use

Attribution

[F20,F22-OS3.1]Applies to floors and elements that support floors.

Intent

Intent 1:

To limit the probability of inadequate support of masonry above certain chases or recesses, which could lead to excessive deflection or cracking.

This is to limit the probability of excessive deflection or vibration of floors, which could lead to persons losing their balance, tripping or falling, which could lead to harm to persons.

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