R507.2.1

Section R507.2.1 is titled 'Wood materials' and covers the requirements for wood materials used for deck construction. The minimum grade, decay and termite protection, engineered design required wet service factor, a cross-reference to another section of this code for treating cuts, notches, and holes, and labeling for ground contact use is established. The purpose of this section is to prevent structural failure and premature degradation.

The model shows a post which has been cut being field treated. The cut end of the post is labeled with the grade and allowance for ground contact use. Should the cut end be on site for final inspection⸮