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Building Envelope Training

Shading Compliance

Design, measure and document shading devices used to support fenestration compliance.

3Text lessons
60 minutesReading time
EnvelopeCategory
SANSReference points
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Diagram for Purpose of Shading
Shading Compliance Purpose of Shading

Lesson Roadmap

Work through the lessons in order, or continue from the next unfinished lesson.

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1 Purpose of Shading Understand when shading contributes to compliance. 15 minStart 2 Projection Method Measure overhang projection and height relationship. 25 minStart 3 Shading Evidence Prepare documentation for shading assumptions. 20 minStart

What You Need Before Starting

A current drawing set or sample project to practise with. The project location, building type and storey information. Window, door, roof, wall, floor or services schedules where relevant. Supplier evidence for any performance values you plan to rely on. A notebook for assumptions, missing information and review questions.

What You Will Learn

Outcome 1Identify acceptable shading strategies.
Outcome 2Measure projection and height relationships.
Outcome 3Avoid counting shading that is not reliable or documented.

SANS Reference Points

Use these as evidence prompts while studying. The training explains concepts, but the official standard remains the authority for project submissions.

Evidence point 1SANS 10400-XA:2021 clause 5.2: Shading
Evidence point 2SANS 10400-XA:2021 Table 3: shading projection multiplier
Evidence point 3SANS 10400-XA:2021 Annex D: types of shading devices
This training is an original learning aid based on SANS 10400-XA:2021 concepts. It does not reproduce or replace the official standard. View resources