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2.7 Design scenario (IS)

2.7 Design scenario (IS)

Rapid fire spread involving internal surface linings

Design scenario in brief

Design scenario in brief

Interior surfaces are exposed to a growing fire that potentially endangers building occupants.

Required outcome

Demonstrate that the level of safety be at least equivalent to the Deemed-to-Satisfy Provisions.

2.7.1 Design scenario description

The performance criteria required for lining materials will depend on their location within a building, and the use of the building.

2.7.2 Typical method or solution

Linings, materials and assemblies in Class 2 to 9 buildings must comply with the appropriate provisions in NCC Volume One Specification C1.10 Table 1 or be demonstrated to provide equivalent performance with respect to the performance criteria prescribed in the referenced test standards.