C3-KS44

Question 1

Material Characteristics

Answer 1

• Properties of appropriate use
• Suitable for interior use (no or limited off-gassing)
• Suitable for exterior use (ability to withstand sun, wind, and rain)

Question 2

Maintenance — how often does it need to be maintained

Performance

Answer 2

• How well does it hold up to elements (UV exposure, rain, snow, wind)
• Does it perform as expected/designed
• Durability — how well does it perform for its intended use
• Life of material — how long is it projected to last

Question 3

Testing Standards — Refer to Knowledge Statement #27

Answer 3

UL — Underwriters Laboratories
ANSI — American National Standards Institute
ASTM International — American Society for Testing and Materials
FM — Factory Mutual, FM Approvals
WH — Warnock Hersey
GA — Gypsum Association
ASHRAE — American Society of Heating, Refrigeration, and Air-Conditioning Engineers