Intent 1:
To limit the probability of inadequate strength
or corrosion resistance of anchors, which could lead to inadequate
anchorage of floor or roof assemblies to masonry walls, which could
lead to inadequate lateral stiffness, which could lead to an inability
to resist lateral loads or inadequate distribution of gravity loads,
which could lead to cracking or buckling.
This
is to limit the probability of:
- compromised structural integrity of masonry construction,
- where masonry construction is part of an environmental
separator, the displacement or failure of required environmental separation
elements, which could lead to deterioration, or
- an inability to resist expected loads, which could lead
to:
- the excessive movement or deformation of walls, or
- the excessive deflection or vibration of floors.
This is to limit the probability of:
- compromised operation of doors or windows required for
egress in an emergency, or
- persons losing their balance, tripping or falling.
This is to limit the probability of harm to persons.