Vinyl & Aluminum Railing Systems

Start Date

07/21/2018

End Date

07/21/2020

Description

Railing systems perform various functions, meeting safety requirements and serving as a key component of a building’s aesthetic. This course includes a discussion of the strengths and weaknesses of aluminum and structural vinyl railing systems, how they are made, and how they are used in the building industry, including a detailed summary of how they meet various code requirements.

Distance Learning

Yes

Course Equivalency

Subjects

Accessibility / ADA
Design-Build
Residential Design

Health, Safety and Welfare

Yes

Hours

1.0

Learning Outcomes

Discuss the overall railing market, the variety of products available, and how vinyl and aluminum railings systems fit within it.
Learn the differences between guardrail and handrail and how each are deemed building code compliant or building code approved systems.
Review the aesthetics, maintenance attributes, and overall safety and security of aluminum and structural vinyl railing systems.
Learn about the additional accessory items and components that are required or complement a safe and secure railing installation.
Discuss the differences in IRC and IBC code as it relates to railing systems and including testing requirements that manufacturers must perform to ensure compliance.

Instructors

Taylor Coley

Course Codes

AEC1140

Provider

AEC Daily Corporation

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