Back3.2.6.10.(1)

ATTRIBUTION:

Functional Statement:

F82

To minimize the risk of inadequate performance due to improper maintenance or lack of maintenance.

Objective:

OS1.2, OS1.5

 

APPLICATION:

Testing of systems for control of smoke movement and mechanical venting required by Articles 3.2.6.2. and 3.2.6.6.
This applies to high buildings, as defined in Sentence 3.2.6.1.(1):

INTENT:

To limit the probability that deficiencies in systems for control of smoke movement and mechanical venting will go unnoticed, which could lead to such systems not operating as originally intended in a fire situation, which could lead to the buildup of smoke on floor areas or in exit stair shafts, which could lead to:
  • delays or inefficiencies in emergency suppression operations, which could lead to the spread of fire, which could lead to harm to persons, including emergency responders, and
  • delays in evacuation or moving to a safe place, which could lead to harm to persons.

ATTRIBUTION:

Functional Statement:

F82

To minimize the risk of inadequate performance due to improper maintenance or lack of maintenance.

Objective:

OP1.2

 

APPLICATION:

Testing of systems for control of smoke movement and mechanical venting required by Articles 3.2.6.2. and 3.2.6.6.
This applies to high buildings, as defined in Sentence 3.2.6.1.(1):

INTENT:

To limit the probability that deficiencies in systems for control of smoke movement and mechanical venting will go unnoticed, which could lead to such systems not operating as originally intended in a fire situation, which could lead to the buildup of smoke on floor areas or in exit stair shafts, which could lead to:
  • delays or inefficiencies in emergency suppression operations, which could lead to the spread of fire, which could lead to damage to the building, and
  • damage to the building.