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TGP University
TGP University offers design professionals continuing education on a variety of fire-rated and architectural glass and framing topics, products and trends.
TGP University Presents:
Safe & Secure: How Multifunctional Fire-Rated Glazing Is Advancing School Design
Tuesday, November 9, 2021 10:00 AM PST - 11:00 AM PST
This free webinar qualifies for 1 LU/HSW Hour
Course Description:
Creating light-filled and open environments conducive to academic learning is important in modern school design, but there is also the issue of safety and security. This raises the question: how do you design educational facilities that support occupant wellbeing while safeguarding staff, students and first responders in the event of a fire, forced entry attack or other security incident? To address these needs, this presentation will cover current fire-rated and security-rated glazing solutions, as well as emerging multifunctional systems and how they meet multiple protocols and life safety requirements in one solution.
Learning Objectives:
- Illustrate the importance of daylighting design in schools and how glass’ transparency can create attractive, light-filled environments that contribute to students’ and administrators’ wellbeing
- Identify current fire, life-safety and security codes and standards related to glass and its surrounding assemblies in educational applications
- Describe the ways fire-rated and security-rated glass products can protect students and staff in the event of an emergency
- Explore the role of multifunctional glass systems and how a system-tested approach ensures the products work together as intended
