Key Learning outcomes
- Understand the factors which impact loadings
- Recognise permeability and breathability characteristics
- Gain knowledge of glass rooflight fire regulations
- Understand glazing performance requirements for glass rooflights
- Understand compliant security ratings for glass rooflights
Rooflights are a valuable source of natural light, with glass serving as a durable and hard-wearing material for the purpose. However, it is essential that rooflights are subject to stringent testing and compliant certification, to ensure that structures benefit from a safe roof surface.
Even more inaccessible roves require access and load bearing capabilities from time to time for routine maintenance and emergency repairs. As a result, rooflights need to maintain their ability to withstand load forces, and be manufactured, selected and fitted in such a way that they are not subject to degradation from the elements and accidental damage.