Sentence 9.20.17.2.(1)

  1. OS2
  2. OP2
  3. OH1
  4. OH4
  5. OS3

Objective

OS2 Structural Safety

Attribution

[F20,F22-OS2.3]Applies to elements that support or are part of an environmental separator.

Intent

Intent 1:

To limit the probability that the placement or amount and spacing of horizontal reinforcement will not be adequate:

  • to ensure the reinforcement is encased and bonded to the concrete, or
  • to limit cracking due to temperature changes and shrinkage.

This is to limit the probability of compromised structural integrity, which could lead to:

  • structural failure, or
  • where elements support or are part of an environmental separator, the displacement or failure of required environmental separation elements, which could lead to the deterioration of building elements.

This is to limit the probability of harm to persons.

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