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SECTION 3.2 – FUNCTIONAL STATEMENTS

PostedJuly 1, 2022
UpdatedJuly 4, 2022

SECTION 3.2 FUNCTIONAL STATEMENTS

Subsection 3.2.1. Functional Statements

3.2.1.1. The functional statements of this Code are those set out in Table 3.2.1.1.

Table 3.2.1.1.

Functional Statements
Forming Part of Article 3.2.1.1.

Column 1 FunctionColumn 2 Functional Statement
F01To minimize the risk of accidental ignition.
F02To limit the severity and effects of a fire or explosion.
F03To retard the effects of fire on areas beyond its point of origin.
F04To retard failure or collapse due to the effects of fire.
F05To retard the effects of fire on emergency egress facilities.
F06To retard the effects of fire on facilities for notification, suppression and emergency response.
F10To facilitate the timely movement of persons to a safe place in an emergency.
F11To notify persons, in a timely manner, of the need to take action in an emergency.
F12To facilitate emergency response.
F13To notify emergency responders, in a timely manner, of the need to take action in an emergency.
F20To support and withstand expected loads and forces.
F21To limit or accommodate dimensional change.
F22To limit movement under expected loads and forces.
F30To minimize the risk of injury to persons as a result of tripping, slipping, falling, contact, drowning or collision.
F32To minimize the risk of injury to persons as a result of contact with energized equipment.
F34To resist or discourage unwanted access or entry.
F36To minimize the risk that persons will be trapped in confined spaces.
F43To minimize the risk of release of hazardous substances.
F44To limit the spread of hazardous substances beyond their point of release.
F51To maintain appropriate air and surface temperatures.
F80To resist deterioration resulting from expected service conditions.
F81To minimize the risk of malfunction, interference, damage, tampering, lack of use or misuse.
F82To minimize the risk of inadequate performance due to improper maintenance or lack of maintenance.
Table 3.2.1.1.
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