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This code implies that all roof materials that pass the testing provided in the ASTM E 108 fire testing under the moderate category are identified as Class B roof assemblies

This section implies that all walls that require waterproofing shall be constructed of concrete or masonry and shall be of structural integrity to withstand hydrostatic pressure and lateral loads.

This code implies that ice and water shield—eaves flashing—is required for installation on all heated, steep-slope structures in colder climates.

Floors required to be waterproofed shall be of concrete and designed and constructed to withstand the hydrostatic pressures to which the floors will be subjected

Liquid-applied roofing shall comply with ASTM C 836, ASTM C 957, ASTM D 1227 or ASTM D 3468, ASTM D 6083, ASTM D 6694 or ASTM D 6947.

This section implies that a waterproofing application is completed when the site ground water table is maintained at an elevation of not less than 6 inches below the bottom of the ground slab.

This piece covers code details on surface preparation of walls and roof ventilation

The wall must be free of all voids and other imperfections prior to the application of the dampproofing material.

This section has been refined in the 2009 Code, which includes the word ‘components’ and narrows requirements to be in accordance with Section 1609

The materials used for dampproofing of walls shall consist of bitumen, acrylic modified asphalt and surface bonding mortar that complies with ASTM C 887.