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In accordance with Section 3.4.4.1 it depends on the fire-resistance of the construction for the Group classification and Division (Ref. 1.1.2.2).what is the fire resistance rating for a exit stair shaft (part 9 building OBC) ?
Canada Ontario building code
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div B, part 9
thanks, The only information I have is that the building is part 9 and that means three or fewer storey in building height, not more than 600 sqm, major occupancies could be(C,D,E,F2,3 )In accordance with Section 3.4.4.1 it depends on the fire-resistance of the construction for the Group classification and Division (Ref. 1.1.2.2).
https://www.ontario.ca/laws/regulation/120332/v1