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A rated wall has unsealed pipe penetrations after rough trades are complete. What should be coordinated before cover?

Correct Answer

A) Approved firestopping for the penetrations.

Penetrations in rated assemblies need approved firestopping before they are concealed.

Answer Options
A
Approved firestopping for the penetrations.
B
Leave the rough condition in place where a rated wall has unsealed pipe penetrations after rough trades are complete, and count on later finishes to cover the problem.
C
A private change order for every wall stud.
D
Close the inspection item where a rated wall has unsealed pipe penetrations after rough trades are complete, without proving the rough condition is acceptable.

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Penetrations in rated assemblies need approved firestopping before they are concealed.

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