Reinforcing Steel For Concrete Slabs Over Cold Storage Room

Reinforcing Steel For Concrete Slabs Over Cold Storage Room Refer to Article 9.39.1.1 if it applies. (1)  Reinforcing steel shall conform to Grade 400 in CSA G30.18, “Carbon Steel Bars for Concrete Reinforcement”. Article 9.39.1.3 Ontario Regulation 332/12 Building Code,   Information published by oncodes.ca for educational purposes only.
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Required Barrier to Air Leakage

Required Barrier to Air Leakage (1)  Wall, ceiling and floor assemblies that separate conditioned spaces from unconditioned spaces or from the ground shall be constructed so as to include an air barrier system that will provide a continuous barrier to air leakage,     (a)   from the interior of the building into wall, floor, attic or roof […]
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Required Connections

Required Connections (1)  In a dwelling unit with a water distribution system, piping for hot and cold water shall be connected to every kitchen sink, lavatory, bathtub, shower, slop sink and laundry area. (2)  Piping for cold water shall be run to every water closet. Article 9.31.3.2. Ontario Regulation 332/12 Building Code,   O. Reg. 332/12: BUILDING […]
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Required Handrails

Required Handrails (1) Except as provided in Sentences (2) to (5), a handrail shall be installed on stairs and ramps in conformance with Table 9.8.7.1 (2)  Where a stair or a ramp is required to be at least 2 200 mm wide due to the occupant load, a handrail shall be installed such that no position […]
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Required Landings

Required Landings This Subsection applies to landings, except landings for ramps in a barrier-free path of travel. (1)  Except as provided in Sentences (2), (3) and (4) and Sentence 9.9.6.6.(2), a landing shall be provided,     (a)   at the top and bottom of each “flight” of interior and exterior stairs, including stairs in garages, (b) at […]
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Required Landings

Required Landings (1)  Except as provided in Sentences (2), (3) and (4) and Sentence 9.9.6.6.(2), a landing shall be provided,     (a)   at the top and bottom of each flight of interior and exterior stairs, including stairs in garages,     (b)   at the top and bottom of every ramp with a slope greater than 1 in […]
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Required Sealants

Required Sealants (1)  Sealant shall be provided where required to prevent the entry of water into the structure. (2)  Sealant shall be provided between masonry, siding or stucco and the adjacent door and window frames or trim, including sills unless such locations are completely protected from the entry of rain.          (3)  Sealant shall be provided at vertical […]
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