Intent 1:
To limit the probability that nails of insufficient
diameter will be used, which could lead to inadequate withdrawal resistance,
pull-through resistance or shear strength, which could lead to an
inability to resist expected vertical or lateral loads, which could
lead to fastened elements detaching from supporting members.
This is to limit the probability of compromised structural
integrity, which could lead to:
- elements falling from the building,
- structural collapse of wood-frame construction, or
- where wood-frame construction supports or is part of
an environmental separator, the excessive deformation, displacement
or failure of required environmental separation 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,
- compromised operation of windows or doors, or
- damage to the building.