Beam flange-to-column flange connections shall satisfy the following limitations:
- (1) Beam flanges shall be connected to column flanges using CJP groove welds. Beam flange welds shall conform to the requirements for demand critical welds in the AISC Seismic Provisions.
- (2) Weld access hole geometry shall conform to the requirements of AWS D1.8/D1.8M, clause 6.11.1.2. Weld access hole quality requirements shall conform to the requirements of AWS D1.8/D1.8M.