> ## Documentation Index
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# Rooftop Snow Retention- Solving the Mystery with Facts
> Join Mindy Dahlquist on the webinar about Rooftop Snow Retention.
Join Mindy Dahlquist on the webinar about Rooftop Snow Retention. Learn about the hazards of snow and ice movement on roofs, the lack of industry codes and standards, and effective design solutions to enhance safety and prevent damage. Whether you’re in a high or low snow load area, this course will provide essential insights for architects, contractors, and building professionals.
## What you'll learn
* The importance of rooftop snow retention and its impact on safety
* Common hazards and damages caused by heavy snow movement
* The absence of codes and standards for snow retention systems
* Effective design solutions and best practices for retaining snow
* DIY vs. engineered snow retention systems—what works and what doesn’t
* Engineering factors for designing reliable snow retention systems
* How to prevent and eliminate ice damming
## Watch the recording
Watching the recording does not provide AIA continuing-education credit.
## Webinar details
* **Date:** February 27, 2025
* **Partner:** [TRA Snow & Sun](https://app.acelabusa.com/manufacturer/tra-snow-and-sun)
Join Mindy Dahlquist on the webinar about Rooftop Snow Retention. Learn about the hazards of snow and ice movement on roofs, the lack of industry codes and standards, and effective design solutions to enhance safety and prevent damage. Whether you’re in a high or low snow load area, this course will provide essential insights for architects, contractors, and building professionals.
## What you'll learn
* The importance of rooftop snow retention and its impact on safety
* Common hazards and damages caused by heavy snow movement
* The absence of codes and standards for snow retention systems
* Effective design solutions and best practices for retaining snow
* DIY vs. engineered snow retention systems—what works and what doesn’t
* Engineering factors for designing reliable snow retention systems
* How to prevent and eliminate ice damming
## Watch the recording