Shading & Us | Umbra CPD
How shading can improve wellbeing & a guide to safe window treatments
Length: 45 minutes
In this CPD, we talk about the impact of shading on people.
We’ll explain how to specify shading solutions that make our buildings healthier, safer and more comfortable places to be.
Highlight topics include combatting thermal & visual discomfort, complying with building standard bodies (e.g. BREEAM & WELL) and fabric FR regulations.
By the end of this CPD, you will understand:
• The dynamic shading principle
• What operative temperature is and how to get it right
• Controlling glare
• The importance of the circadian rhythm and how it needs good light control
• How to achieve good view-out and its role in biophilia
• The role of shading in BREEAM, LEED, WELL & Fitwel standards
• Fire retardancy regulations for shading fabrics
• Child safety regulations for shading controls
Meet your presenters:
Brendan’s passion for the window treatment sector brings enthusiasm to every presentation.
– Shading Specification Consultant
Harry has more than 7 years experience in the window shading and building automation industry.
– Sales & Marketing Manager
Full agenda:
• The building wellbeing problem
• Solving with fabrics
• Solving with control
• Sleep quality
• BREEAM, LEED & WELL
• FR regulations
• Child safety regulations
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