Intent 1:
To limit the probability of inadequate capacity,
rigidity or withdrawal resistance, which could lead to premature failure
of nailed joints, which could lead to compromised strength of wood
members, which could lead to an inability to resist expected vertical
or lateral loads, which could lead to fastened elements detaching
from supporting members.
This is to limit the
probability of compromised structural integrity, which could lead
to:
- elements falling from the building,
- structural collapse of wood-frame construction, or
- where wood-frame construction supports or is part of
an environmental separator, the excessive deformation, displacement
or failure of required environmental separation elements, which could
lead to deterioration, which could lead to further compromised structural
integrity.
This is to limit the probability of:
- the space being unsuitable for its intended use,
- compromised operation of windows or doors, or
- damage to the building.