Section 1411 [DSA-SS & DSA-SS/CC, OSHPD 1 & 4] Additional Requirements for Anchored and Adhered Veneer

In no case shall veneer be considered as part of the backing in computing strength or deflection nor shall it be considered a part of the required thickness of the backing.

Veneer shall be anchored in a manner which will not allow relative movement between the veneer and the wall.

Anchored or adhered veneer shall not be used on overhead horizontal surfaces.

Units of tile, masonry, stone or terra cotta which exceed ⁵/₈ inch (16 mm) in thickness shall be applied as for anchored veneer where used over exit ways or more than 20 feet (6096 mm) in height above adjacent ground elevation.

Veneer shall develop a bond to the backing in accordance with TMS 402, Section 12.3.2.4.

Not less than two shear tests shall be performed for the adhered veneer between the units and the supporting element. At least one shear test shall be performed at each building for each 5,000 square feet (465 m²) of floor area or fraction thereof.