Sentence 9.27.2.2.(5)

  1. OS2
  2. OH1

Objective

OH1 Indoor Conditions

Attribution

Intent

Intent 1:

To limit the probability of precipitation or meltwater ingress, or an inadequate dissipation of moisture from behind the cladding.

This is to limit the probability of:

  • compromised thermal performance of components intended to provide resistance to heat transfer, which could lead to 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,
  • the ingress of water into interior spaces, or
  • deterioration, which could lead to compromised integrity of exterior walls or elements protected by exterior walls.

This is to limit the probability of:

  • negative effects on the air quality of indoor spaces,
  • the inadequate thermal comfort of persons, or
  • contact with moisture.

This is to limit the probability of harm to persons.

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