The construction industry poses a sustainability threat to the environment. Reusable construction materials, however, provide a great avenue for designers and contractors to reach their organization's sustainability goals. Site protection is a serious topic as flying debris and dust are problems every professional must consider in the planning phases of renovations and new construction. This is an introduction course for Architects and Construction Managers aiming to meet their sustainability goals for construction projects. Learn how to improve overall project sustainability rating right from the design stage with recyclable and reusable walls. Learn material selection for dust and debris containment for improved safety on construction sites. Make time and cost savings for contractors and clients using BIM families embedded with rich information; a big game changer for any designer. This course highlights effective site protection, human safety & sustainability decisions which can be achieved with reusable modular wall systems.

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify critical environments and the need for protection during construction.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of construction dust and debris containment procedures.
3. Highlight the need for impact resistance & human safety through construction corridors and/or egress paths.
4. Demonstrate knowledge of modular, reusable, and cost-effective temporary walls.
5. Identify best methods for using modular pre-fabricated materials within BIM software for construction phasing.
6. Talk with modular barricade experts (BIM integration, lead times, fire safety, and installation).

Credits: 1 AIA LU (HSW)

Co-Presenters: Heather Whitaker, S&S Resource and Hassan Anifowose, Architect, Digital Innovation Manager, SWIFTWALL