With humankind continuing to expand into forested regions, interface communities are emerging across North America, from remote rural areas to bustling urban centers. Living and working in Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) zones increases our exposure to wildfire risks. How can we mitigate these risks? Join us at this session for an exploration of WUI areas and the International Wildland-Urban Interface Code (IWUIC). You'll discover how the flexibility of the IWUIC allows communities to implement measures in response to regional and local needs. Plus, you'll learn how to design and implement fire-resilient, high-performance assemblies that meet industry standards and client expectations.
Learning Objectives
- Understand Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) areas, the associated fire risks, and their impact onDiscuss WUI areas, associated fire risks, and the impact of these risks on communities and property owners. communities and property owners.
- Learn about materials used for exterior cavity fireblocking, their properties, and their effectiveness in preventing fire spread.
- Explore applicable and constructible solutions that use commercially available materials.
- Discover how to address ignition risks in roofs and walls due to ember intrusion.