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Vinyl: A Modern Material for Modern Healthcare (Removed)
Some of the design goals for healthcare buildings are efficiency and cost-effectiveness, cleanliness and sanitation,
security and safety and sustainability. Vinyl’s unique attributes mean that it can address these needs in a number of
locations in the building. This course reviews those attributes through a look at the chemistry and performance
characteristics of vinyl, and its innovative uses for healthcare design challenges.
Upon completion of this course, the Learner should be able to:
- Define the basics of the vinyl production process, including emissions and chemistry.
- Describe safety attributes and benefits of vinyl in healthcare, such as cleanability, durability, fire resistance, and slip resistance.
- Identify vinyl’s application to sustainable healthcare design, including indoor environmental quality
- Discuss how vinyl supports healthcare innovation, such as a reduction of healthcare-acquired events like slips, falls, or infections.
Approximately 1 hour, 30 minutes. Delivered online, at your own pace.
Presented by Terry Murphy, LEED AP BD C on behalf of Vinyl Institute. View the Privacy Policy .
Presenter Information
Name: Terry Murphy, LEED AP BD C
Title: Continuing Education Program Manager, VINYL In DESIGN®
Background: Terry Murphy has worked in the interior design field for over 30 years and is a LEED® accredited professional. Her experience has ranged from interior design and project management, teaching, public speaking and writing.
In an effort to help architects and designers learn more about building materials, Terry has been presenting continuing education classes for the last fifteen years.
She taught several different classes for DuPont on nylon technology, carpet specification, color trends, and reclamation. Terry is now the Continuing Education Program Manager for The Vinyl Institute, Inc. She teaches an AIA and IDCEC registered classes on vinyl as a building material. This program addresses chemistry, innovation and questions about the safe use of vinyl in buildings today.
