In Plain Language

Where site conditions are corrosive to steel, exposed steel elements must be given adequate protection, since corrosion in a foundation element can silently compromise structural capacity over the building's lifespan.

This is a plain-language summary of the 2012/2017 Ontario Building Code text above, for general understanding only and not a substitute for the Code. Always confirm current requirements against the 2024 edition (O.Reg. 163/24) or a qualified professional before construction.