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9.10.16.4 — Penetration of Fire Blocks

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(1) Where fire blocks are pierced by pipes, ducts or other elements, the effectiveness of the fire blocks shall be maintained around such elements.

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fire block

means a material, component or system that restricts the spread of fire within a concealed space or from a concealed space to an adjacent space.

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