PART 4 — STRUCTURAL DESIGNUpdated for the 2024 Ontario Building Code

4.1.3.5.and 4.1.3.6. (See Note A-4.1.1.3.(2))

(3) All permanent and temporary structural members, including the formwork and falsework of a building, shall be protected against loads exceeding the specified loads during the construction period except when, as verified by analysis or test, temporary overloading of a structural member would result in no impairment of that member or any other member. (4) Reserved. (5) Precautions shall be taken during all phases of construction to ensure that the building is not damaged or distorted due to loads applied during construction.

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Code text is reproduced for reference from the Ontario Building Code (O. Reg. 163/24, 2024 Building Code Compendium). This page is provided for general information and is not an official copy. Always verify requirements against the official Ontario Building Code and confirm with your local building department.