2.2.1.5.Fire Separations and Closures (See Note A-2.2.1.5.)

(1) Any wall, partition or floor assembly required to be a fire separation shall
    (a) except as permitted by Sentence (2), be constructed as a continuous element, and
    (b) as required in this Section, have a fire-resistance rating as specified. (See Note A-3.1.8.1.(1)(b))

    (2) Openings in a fire separation shall be protected with closures, shafts or other means in conformance with Articles
    3.1.8.3. to 3.1.8.19.

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