Safety Window Film for Seismic Mitigation
Did you know that noncritical structures such as windows and skylights must be included in a seismic mitigation plan? Oftentimes, property owners assume that when it comes to earthquakes, walls, floors, and ceilings are the biggest concern and focus only on preventing building collapse. However, federal agencies such as FEMA warn that noncritical structural components like windows pose just as much of a safety risk. As part of their Seismic Design Criteria, FEMA states, “Critical nonstructural components must be provided with seismic restraint.” In order words, you must secure all windows and glass areas in order for your property to be considered safe and compliant with building code criteria.
Maintaining compliance is easier if the building is newer because most modern structures in California are built with seismic mitigation in mind. However, if the property is older or is a historic building, it’s likely that certain steps will need to be taken in order to ensure that it is safe and structurally sound. These actions need to be carried out in order for a building permit to be issued. That’s where we can help. We’ll use a durable 4 mil safety window film to engineer a solution that complies with building code requirements and allows for proper seismic mitigation.
