Sentence 9.19.2.1.(2)

  1. OH1
  2. OS2

Objective

OH1 Indoor Conditions

Attribution

Intent

Intent 1:

To limit the probability of:

  • the deterioration of building components going undetected, which could lead to
    • condensation and the accumulation of moisture, or
    • the formation of ice dams, or
  • the need to demolish building components in order to gain access.

This is to limit the probability of:

  • the ingress of water, or
  • compromised thermal performance of components intended to provide resistance to heat transfer.

This is to limit the probability of:

  • an inadequate control of the temperature of interior spaces or relative humidity,
  • the generation of pollutants from biological growth or from materials that become unstable on wetting, or
  • deterioration, which could lead to compromised integrity of ceilings acting as environmental separators.

This is to limit the probability of:

  • negative effects on the air quality of indoor spaces, and
  • the inadequate thermal comfort of persons.

This is to limit the probability of harm to persons.

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