Intent 1:
To limit the probability that inaccurate snow load
assumptions will lead to assemblies being unable to resist gravity,
snow and rain loads.
This is to limit the probability
of compromised structural integrity, which could lead to:
- structural failure,
- for environmental separators or elements supporting
environmental separators, the displacement or failure of required
environmental separation elements, which could lead to the deterioration
of building elements, which could lead to further compromised integrity,
or
- an inability to resist expected loads, which could lead
to
- the excessive deformation or deflection of walls, or
- the excessive deflection or vibration of floors.
This is to limit the probability of damage to the building.