Sentence 9.29.5.8.(1)

  1. OP2
  2. OS2
  3. OH1
  4. OS1
  5. OP1

Objective

OP2 Structural Sufficiency of the Building

Attribution

[F20-OP2.3]Applies where interior finishes support or serve as required environmental separation elements.

Intent

Intent 1:

To limit the probability of inadequate support for gypsum board, which could lead to an inability to resist expected gravity loads.

This is to limit the probability of the deformation or detachment of interior finishes, which could lead to:

  • falling finishes, or
  • where interior finishes support or serve as required environmental separation elements, the excessive deformation, displacement or failure of such 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, or
  • damage to the building.
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