Back6.2.9.2.(2)

ATTRIBUTION:

Functional Statement:

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To minimize the risk of injury to persons as a result of contact with hot surfaces or substances.

Objective:

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APPLICATION:

Insulation of pipes, in heating systems, that are exposed to human contact, in buildings described in Sentence 1.3.3.2.(1) of Division A.
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], with respect to heating and air-conditioning systems, other than those serving individual dwelling units, as stated in Sentence 9.33.1.1.(2).

INTENT:

To limit the probability that the hot surface of the pipes will be exposed, which could lead to harm to persons.