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This webinar was sponsored by the Academy of Architecture for Health (AAH) on February 12, 2019 from 2–3pm ET. Earn 1.0 AIA LU/HSW.
Description
Explore how architects can commit to going beyond minimally acceptable legal standards and use only truly safe materials on every project. While architects wouldn't knowingly approve building materials that have negative effects on human health, unhealthy materials are nevertheless available in the marketplace. Therefore, due to cost or convenience, these less-than-ideal materials may end up in use on your projects. In this informative session, you'll get an overview of tools to help you meet this higher standard, ensuring all the materials specified and selected on your projects are in fact healthier.
Learning objectives
After participating in this webinar attendees will:
PowerPoint and PDF versions of the presentation are available below for your viewing. A recording of this webinar is available to stream on the AAH vimeo channel: https://vimeo.com/channels/1248268