Coastal Performance

Want to learn about the unique requirements of hurricane-prone coastal regions? Join us to review issues with design pressure and wind-borne debris requirements and to examine building code requirements and testing standards. The presenter will also walk through an example of how to determine wind-load requirements under the International Residential Code.

Learning Objectives

  1. Examine various methods of providing opening protection.
  2. Explore the similarities and differences between ASTM and Florida impact-resistant test standards.
  3. Analyze building code requirements for impact resistance and opening protection for coastal areas.
  4. Discover how to assess wind loads and calculate requirements for a simple project.