NFPA 285: Exterior Wall Fire Testing, Design, and Compliance
Course Description NFPA 285 is a fire test for wall assemblies in noncombustible buildings that are wrapped in combustible materials. This course explains the NFPA 285 test method, its origin, its procedures, when it is required by the International Building Code, its relevance to ASHRAE 90.1 criteria for continuous insulation and air/water resistive barriers, and design considerations necessary for test compliance. Key combustible wall assembly layers such as insulation, air/water resistive barriers, and exterior cladding options are also discussed.
Course Code AEC1294
Course Duration 1 hour(s)
Format PDF
HSW: Yes
Point of Contact Name: Herb Slone