Intent 1:
To limit the probability of discontinuity, which
could lead to member instability, which could lead to an inability
to resist expected gravity or lateral loads, which could lead to excessive
deflection or failure.
This is to limit the probability
of compromised structural integrity, which could lead to:
- the 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 doors or windows, or
- damage to the building.