Construction codes of Ontario

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Ceramic Tile and Mortar Base

Ceramic Tile and Mortar Base (1) When ceramic tile is applied to a mortar base the cementitious material shall consist of one part Portland cement to not more than one-quarter part lime by volume. (2) The cementitious material described in Sentence (1) shall be mixed with no fewer than three nor more than five parts of aggregate […]

Ceramic Tile Substrate

Ceramic Tile Substrate (1) Ceramic tile shall be set in a mortar bed or applied to a sound smooth base with a suitable adhesive. (2) Panel-type subfloor to which ceramic tile is to be applied with adhesive shall have its edges supported according to Article 9.23.14.3. Article 9.30.6.1. Ontario Regulation 332/12 Building Code, O. Reg. 332/12: […]

Cleanout Fittings

Cleanout Fittings (1) Every plug, cap, nut or bolt that is intended to be removable from a ferrous fitting shall be of a non-ferrous material. (2) A cleanout fitting that as a result of normal maintenance operations cannot withstand the physical stresses of removal and reinstallation or cannot ensure a gas-tight seal shall not be installed. (3) A […]

Continuity of the Air Barrier System

Continuity of the Air Barrier System (1) Where the air barrier system consists of an air-impermeable panel-type material, all joints shall be sealed to minimize air leakage. (2) Where the air barrier system consists of flexible sheet material, all joints shall be, (a) sealed with compatible material such as tape or flexible sealant, or […]

Control of Water Ingress

Control of Water Ingress (1) Except as provided in Article 9.16.3.2. or where it can be shown to be unnecessary, ingress of water underneath a floor-on-ground shall be prevented by grading or drainage. Article 9.16.3.1 Ontario Regulation 332/12 Building Code, Information published by oncodes.ca for educational purposes only.

Corrosion protection for materials used in wiring

Corrosion protection for materials used in wiring 1) Metals used in wiring, such as raceways, cable sheaths and armour, boxes, and fittings, shall be suitably protected against corrosion for the environment in which they are to be used or shall be made of suitable corrosion-resistant material. 2) Where practicable, dissimilar metals shall not be used […]

CSA configurations for non-locking receptacles Diagram 1

CSA configurations for non-locking receptacles Diagram 1 (See Rules 26-700, 26-720, 26-744, 38-023, 58-400, 78-050, and 86-306,Diagram 2, and Appendix B.) For configurations 6-15R, 6-20R, 6-20RA, 6-30R, and 6-50R, Y denotes the identified terminal when used on circuits derived from three-phase, 4-wire 416 V circuits. Note: Except as noted above, in Diagrams 1 and 2,a) […]