Back3.1.5.11.(1)

ATTRIBUTION:

Most technical provisions of the BC Fire Code describe how the code’s objectives and functional statements are achieved. However, some provisions, like this one, do not relate directly to a code objective. The following analysis is provided to assist in understanding of the provision.

 

APPLICATION:

Gypsum board with a tightly adhering paper covering not more than 1 mm thick used in the construction of buildings or parts of buildings described in Sentence 1.3.3.2.(1) of Division A that are required to be of noncombustible construction.
This also applies to buildings to which Part 9 applies [see Sentence 1.3.3.3.(1) of Division A for application of Part 9] that are required to be of noncombustible construction, as stated in Sentence 9.10.6.1.(1).

INTENT:

To exempt gypsum board from the application of Sentence 3.1.5.1.(1) if certain conditions are met, on the basis that the combustible component of gypsum board (paper) is deemed to insignificantly contribute to the growth and spread of fire.