CEMP-E
TI 809-02
1 September 1999
c. Termite Control. Termite control measures will be used in areas prone to termite
infestation. Soil will be treated with commonly accepted termite control products prior to
construction.
d. Oriented Strand Board. The use of oriented strand board (OSB) for non-vertical
applications is not permitted. For floor and roof sheathing, APA structural rated plywood
sheathing only will be used. Specifically, for floors, use as a minimum, 18mm (23/32 inch)
thickness APA rated STURD-I-FLOOR, 600 mm (24inches) on center span rating, Exposure 1,
Tongue and Grove, glued and nailed. In addition, all of the requirements of the APA "Code
Plus Floor" will be met. Ring or screw-shank nails will be used.
11-4. SPECIAL INSPECTIONS.
Continuous special inspection during all field gluing of elements of the lateral force
resisting system is required.
Periodic special inspections for nailing, bolting, anchoring, and other fastening of
components within the lateral forces resisting system including drag struts, braces, and
tie-downs is required.
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