Department of Health

and the Welsh Office

Health Technical Memorandum Building components

Fitted storage
system 63

London:
Her Majesty’s Stationery Office
©Crown copyright 1989
First published 1989
ISBN 0 11 321242 9
Contents
1 Introduction
1.1 Background
1.2 Scope and status
1.3 Relationship to other data
1.4 Design details
1.5 Coding
1.6 Terminology

2 System description
2.1 Typical installations
2.2 General principles
2.3 Main dimensions

3 Component parts of the system

3.1 List of components and broadsheet
3.2 Description of components

4 Performance
4.1 Strength
4.2 Surface finishes
4.3 Surface spread of flame
4.4 Ironmongery and fittings

5 Design application
5.1 Co-ordination with building and
engineering design
5.2 Design of layouts
5.3 Project documentation

6 Site practice
6.1 Sequence of work
6.2 Builders work

Appendices:
A Performance tests
B Supplementary specification and design data

References
1 Introduction

1.1 Background It does not in any way diminish design team

responsibilities for project specification and selection
This is one of a series of Health Technical Memoranda
of components, or the responsibilities of
which provide specification and design guidance on
manufacturers for the fitness for purpose of their
building components for health buildings which are
not adequately covered by current British Standards. products.
The series supersedes all Component Data Base
Mark 3 (and earlier Manufacturers Data Base) 1.3 Relationship to other data
information. The main sources of other data relevant to the
The numbers and titles of the HTM in the series are: system are listed in the References section.
54 Building components and user manual
In particular, the attention of users and manufacturers
55 Windows
is drawn to the performance tests for components
56 Partitions
set out in Appendix A.
57 Internal glazing
58 Internal doorsets This HTM was prepared for printing in July 1985 and
59 Ironmongery amended in March 1989, and is based on data
60 Ceilings current at that date. Readers should ensure that they
61 Flooring use the latest edition of all building legislation, British
62 Demountable storage system Standards, etc., and give first preference to products
63 Fitted storage system and services from sources which have been
64 Sanitary assemblies Registered under BSI Quality Assurance procedures
65 Signs or other certification schemes.
66 Cubicle curtain track
67 Laboratory fitting out systems
68 Duct and panel assemblies
1.4 Design details
69 Protection Manufacturers are encouraged to develop their own
70 Fixings tested component ranges.
The technical information in this series is the result of As an interim measure, model working drawings are
research and development funded by the available from Health Building Directorate,
Department as part of collaborative working Department of Health, Euston Tower, 286 Euston
arrangements over a number of years between the Road, London NW1 3DN.
Department, the NHS and Industry through the Manufacturers may claim compliance with this HTM
medium of the Component Data Base. when:
Any enquiries regarding the technical content of this l Their offered components conform with all
HTM should be directed to Health Building the recommendations in this HTM and test
Directorate, Department of Health, Euston Tower, certification is available to validate this, or
286 Euston Road, London NW1 3DN. l Their offered components are manufactured
As stated in the Introduction to HTM 62, the totally in accordance with the model working
development of a demountable storage system (as drawings and specification.
described in that HTM) does not preclude the need l In all cases, surface finishes must be tested
for, orsuitability of, a fitted storage system in situations in accordance with the requirements of this
in which user requirements can be predicted with HTM and certification that the finish offered
reasonable accuracy, are simple, and are likely to achieves the performance standard laid
remain relatively unchanged. down must be available.
This HTM describes a fitted storage system which
seeks to profit from the experience of eat-tier versions
and from the development of a demountable system.
1.5 Coding
The coding system referred to in the document is
based on the zones set out in 2.2.
1.2 Scope and status
This HTM contains an illustrated general description
of a fitted storage system suitable for use in health
1.6 Terminology
buildings. Appendices A and B give detailed All dimensions are in millimetres but the abbreviation
performance and test data, and supplementary ‘mm’ is used only where they include decimal
design data. fractions or it is needed for clarity or consistency.
It is intended as general guidance only to building Corbel carcases are carcases fixed back to wall and
design teams responsible for the specification, providing support for worktops.
project design and performance requirements, and
to manufacturers in the development of products to
meet those requirements.

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2 System description

2.1 Typical installations

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2.2 General principles
Also included in the system, but not referred to in
the cross-section are:
Tall storage components
(zones A to D) comprising:
l open storage unit with flat or sloping
adjustable shelves
l closed storage unit with adjustable
shelves
l wardrobe
l closed storage units with pull-out fronts
and lift-out or hook-on containers
Shelving
The open storage units shown in this HTM should
be used where vertical divisions are appropriate.
Where uninterrupted shelving is required for
storing lengthy Items, consideration should be
given to the use of the heavy duty shelving shown
in HTM62 or other proprietary adjustable shelving
systems.
Staff base/reception counter
Components comprising a group of Inter-related
sub-components primarily intended forassembly
in a variety of staff base island layouts, but can
also be used to form reception, interview and
other work stations.
General
Other features of the system are:
l worktops in alternative materials to a
The system is based on five zones A to E, as common end profile, to enable end
shown in the above cross section, viz: abutment of different work surfaces
Zone A: Upper storage components l telescopic sliding gear on units with
comprising: pull-out fronts or drawers to maximise
l open storage units access
l optional bridging shelves l hinged doors open through 180°
l cupboards minimum.
Zone B: Mid storage components Alternative methods of support for worktops and
comprising: lower storage components are included in the
l support panels fixed direct to the wall document.
face Lower storage units are located 300 above floor
l storage components of various kinds, level to permit the use of floor cleaning machines
which can be hooked onto or removed and reduce undue bending down in use of lower
from the support panels, at will, by the storage. Shelf area is not reduced by this.
users.
Most of the lower stowage components may be
Zone C: Worktops and support systems fitted with tops, legs and castors and used as
Zone D: Lower storage components mobile under bench storage.
comprising:
l open storage units
l optional bridging shelves
l cupboards
l drawer units
l various dropfront and retractable
storage units with lift-out trays and
other containers
Zone E: Clearance under lower storage
components for floor cleaning.

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2.3 Main dimensions
600 assemblies

Upper and lower storage components are in 500, 600 and 1000 widths and mid storage support panels
are in widths to suit project requirements.
*Dimensions with an asterisk can be modified to suit project requirements. When a worktop is at the lower
level, lower storage will be limited to drawer units of not more than 350 in height.
See page 16 for worktops profile dimensions. Relationship of worktops to cantilever brackets (or
alternative leg supports) and requirements for under-framing to be subject to product and project
specification.
‡ Extended sides of corbel carcase.

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 2.3 Main dimensions
500 assemblies

Upper and lower storage components are in 500, 600 and 1000 widths and mid storage support panels
are in widths to suit project requirements.
*Dimensions with an asterisk can be modified to suit project requirements. When a worktop is at the lower
level, lower storage will be limited to drawer units of not more than 350 in height,
See page 16 for worktops profile dimensions. Relationship of worktops to cantilever brackets (or
alternative leg supports) and requirements for under-framing to be subject to product and project
specification.
‡ Extended sides of corbel carcase.

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2.3 Main dimensions
300 assembly Tall storage components

Upper and lower storage components are in 500, Tall storage components are 600 wide
600 and 1000 widths and mid storage support
panels are in widths to suit project requirements.
See page 16 for worktops profile dimensions.
Relationship of worktops to supporting lower
storage components (or other means of support)
to be subject to product and project
specification.

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3 Component parts of the system

3.1 List of components

Upper storage components Tall storage components
l Open units with two fixed and one l Open shelf carcase with straight or sloping
adjustable shelf and optional bridging adjustable shelves and pack dispenser
shelves l Open shelf carcase with adjustable shelves
l Cupboards with side hung door and one l Wardrobe
adjustable shelf l Unit with two pull-out fronts
l Cupboards with pair of doors and one and lift-out containers
adjustable shelf l Cupboard with adjustable shelves.
l Ward drugs cupboard (lockable)
l Medicines cupboard (lockable) Accessories
l l Filing drawerframes
Urine test cupboard (lockable).
l l Tote boxes
Pack dispenserwith adjustable dividers
l l Shallow trays
Pigeon holes
l Catheter racks
Mid storage components
l Support panels Staff base/reception counter components for:
l l Staff base island layouts
Handbag shelf
l l Reception desks
Writing shelf, hinged
l l Interview desks
Writing shelf, fixed
l Appointment booking desks
Worktops and supports and other work stations with
l Linoleum faced worktops similarfunctions.
l Plastic laminate faced worktops
l Stainless steel worktops (plain) The following pages illustrate the range with
l Stainless steel worktops (dished) coded references.
l Corbel carcases
l Cantilever brackets
l Leg supports
l ‘C’ frames.

Lower storage components

Open units with two adjustable
shelves and optional bridging shelves
Cupboards with side hung door and one
adjustable shelf
Cupboards with pair of doors and one
adjustable shelf
Corner carousel
Unit with drop front hopper
Unit with pull-out front and lift-out container
Unit with pull-out front and two lift-out
containers
Unit with pull-out front and central double-
sided support panel for tote boxes and
other hook-on containers
Unit with twin pull-out fronts and lift-out
containers
Single drawer unit
Two drawer units
Three drawer units
Four drawer units
Six drawer units
Multi drawer units
Mobile units.

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The range
Upper storage components D92 150 x 500 x 450 single drawer unit
D93 150 x 600 x 450 single drawer unit
H W D D94 550 x 500 x 450 two drawer unit
A10 * x 500 x 300 bridging shelves D95 550 x 600 x 450 two drawer unit
A11 * x 600 x 300 bridging shelves D96 150 x 500 x 450 two drawer unit
A12 500 x 500 x 300 open shelf carcase D97 150 x 600 x 450 two drawer unit
A13 550 x 600 x 300 open shelf carcase D98 350 x 500 x 450 two drawer unit
A14 550 x 500 x 300 single door cupboard, hinge left D99 350 x 600 x 450 two drawer unit
A15 550 x 500 x 300 single door cupboard, hinge right D100/3 350 x 500 x 450 three drawer unit
A16 550 x 600 x 300 double door cupboard D101/3 350 x 600 x 450 three drawer unit
A17 550 x 1000 x 300 double door cupboard D102/3 550 x 500 x 450 three drawer unit
A18 550 x 600 x 300 medicines cupboard, lockable, swing-out interior, door racks D103/3 550 x 600 x 450 three drawer unit
A19L 550 x 600 x 300 ward drugs cupboard, Iockable, hinge left D100/4 350 x 500 x 450 four drawer unit
A19R 550 x 600 x 300 ward drugs cupboard, lockable, hinge right D101/4 350 x 600 x 450 four drawer unit
A20 550 x 600 x 300 urine test cupboard, lockable D102/4 550 x 500 x 450 four drawer unit
A21 550 x 600 x 300 pack dispenser D103/4 550 x 600 x 450 four drawer unit
A22 550 x 600 x 300 pigeon holes D104 550 x 500 x 450 six drawer unit
D105 550 x 500 x 450 multi drawer unit
D106 550 x 600 x 450 six drawer unit
Mid storage components D107 550 x 600 x 450 multi drawer unit
H W D
B05/1 150 x 500 x 20 support panel
B06/1 150 x 600 x support panel Tall storage components
B10/1 150 x 1000 x 20 support panel H W
B12/1 150 x 1200 x support panel AD110 1600 X 600 x 300 open shelf carcase pack dispenser
B05/2 300 x 500 x 20 support panel AD111 1600 X 600 x 300 open shelf carcase with shelves
B06/2 300 x 600 x 20 support panel AD112 1600 X 600 x 300 wardrobe
B10/2 300 x 1000 x 20 support panel AD113 1600 X 600 x 300 cupboard with shelves
B12/2 300 x 1200 x 20 support panel AE120 1600 X 600 x 600 cupboard with pull out front
B28 150 x 300 x 150 handbag shelf AE121 1600 X 600 x 600 cupboard with shelves
B29 150 x 500 x 150 handbag shelf
B30 200 x 600 x 400 writing shelf, hinged
B31 200 x 600 X 400 writing shelf, fixed, sloping Worktops
H W D
Lower storage components C41 120 x * x 350 linoleum worktop
C42 120 x * x 550 linoleum worktop
H W D C43 120 x * x 650 linoleum worktop
D71 * x 500 x 450 bridging shelves C44 120 x * x 350 postformed laminate worktop
D72 * x 600 X 450 bridging shelves C45 120 x * x 550 postformed laminate worktop
D73 550 x 500 x 450 open shelf carcase C46 120 x * x 650 postformed laminate worktop
D74 550 x 600 X 450 open shelf carcase C47 120 x * x 550 plain stainless steel worktop
D75 550 x 500 x 450 single door cupboard, hinge left C48 120 x * x 650 plain stainless steel worktop
D76 550 x 500 x 450 single door cupboard, hinge right C49 120 x * x 550 dished stainless steel worktop
D77 550 x 500 x 300 single door cupboard, hinge left C50 120 x * X 650 dished stainless steel worktop
D78 550 x 500 x 300 single door cupboard, hinge right NOTE – C49, C50, C51 and C52 worktops may incorporate sink bowls, slop hoppers etc., or may be plain.
D79 550 x 600 x 450 double door cupboard C51 120 x * x 550 plain stainless steel worktops
D80 550 x 1000 x 450 double door cupboard C52 120 x * X 650 with sink bowls and drainers
D81 550 x 600 x 300 double door cupboard C53 120 x * x 550 in any position.
D82 550 x 1000 x 300 double door cupboard
D83 550 x 900 x 900 comer carousel
D84 550 x 500 x 450 hopper unit Support Systems
D85 550 x 600 x 450 hopper unit
D86 x 500 x 450 twin pull out unit Support systems vary depending on design team’s choice, the five options are
550 l corbel carcases supporting worktops
D87 550 x 600 x 450 twin pull out unit
x x 450 single pull out unit l cantilever brackets supporting worktops
D88 550 500
D89 550 x 600 X 450 single pull out unit l conventional legs
D90 500 x 450 pull out front with tote boxes l ‘C’ frames
550 x
D91 550 x 600 X 450 pull out front with tote boxes l a combination of the above.
Typical elevation Clean Utility

Coded layout
or
Computer Graphics with symbols

The above examples illustrate the use

of the codes on project drawings

Key diagram

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3.2 Description of components
As the design, manufacture, and supply of the Upper storage components
component parts of the system are entirely open l Open shelf carcase with two fixed and one
to competition, the illustrations of the adjustable shelf. Bridging shelves, usually in
components in this section are intended to sets of three can be used to form continuous
provide a general indication only of system open storage (codes A10, A11).
design requirements, and the descriptions of
them are confined to: Corner shelves available as an option.
l co-ordinating dimensions
l intended use (if not self-evident)
l design features or aspects of specification,
relevant to user requirements
l reference to aspects of specification for
which the user of the system should refer to
manufacturers’ product specifications (see
below)
Dimensions are given as appropriate under the
following designations:
H = the vertical height of the component
W = the width of the component
D = the depth (front to back) of the component.
To avoid repetition the following aspects of
product specification will in all cases merit
attention:
l specification of manufacturer’s method of
fabrication
l performance test data H W D Code
l method of installation and builders work
550 500 300 Al2
required
l provision of locks should be specified only 550 600 300 Al3
where essential
l specification of hinges, catches, drawer
runners, handles/pulls etc. l Cupboards with side hung door and one
l details of support panels, tote boxes, and adjustable shelf
containers of all types generally referred to.
For ease of identification, components are coded
according to the zone in which they are located
(See 2.2).

H W D Code
550 500 300 Al4
(LH door)
550 500 300 Al5
(RH door)

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l Cupboards with pair of doors and one l Medicines cupboard (lockable) with swing
adjustable shelf (1000 units have central out interior and door racks
division with one adjustable shelf on each side
and with option of sliding doors.)

H W D Code
550 600 300 Al8

l Urine test cupboard (lockable) with central

division, with door racks, two narrow fixed
shelves, RH compartment containing one
adjustable shelf with pin-up facility on door.
H W D Code
550 600 300 Al6
550 1000 300 Al7

l Ward drugs cupboards (lockable) with

stepped shelves and door racks, and integral
warning light

H W D Code
550 600 300 A20

l Pack dispenser with adjustable dividers

H W D Code
550 600 300 A19L
550 600 300 A19R
Left and right hand versions.
For use in areas under 24 hour surveillance, and
should be electrically connected to a remote
warning light at a staff base or other control point. H W D Code
See specification notes in Appendix B regarding 550 600 300 A21
locks and protective warning and indicator lights.

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l Pigeon hole unit with up to nine vertical l Handbag shelf (with rounded corners)
adjustable dividers

H W D Code
H W D Code 100 300 150 B28
550 600 300 A22 100 500 150 B29

l Writing shelf, hinged

Mid storage components
The components illustrated are intended as a
general indication only of a wide range of items
compatible with the system which manufacturers
may offer.
l Support panels (demountable)

H W D Code
150 600 400 B30

l Writing shelf, fixed and sloping

H W D Code
150 500 20 B05/1
150 600 20 B06/1
150 1000 20 B10/1
150 1200 20 B12/1
300 500 20 B05/2
300 600 20 B06/2
300 1000 20 B10/2
300 1200 20 B12/2
H dimensions in 150 mm increments to suit
project requirements and can extend to the other
two zones depending upon worktop height.
Panels are in corrosion resistant material.
Principally used for mid storage but may be used H W D Code
in carcases to carry accessories such as tote 200 600 400 B31
boxes, catheter trays, etc.

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Worktops and supports
Materials listed below are preferred solutions. Other
suitable materials may be used.
Worktops are linoleum or plastic laminate faced, or,
are of stainless steel, all to a common profile for
compatibility between abutting components of
different materials. See page 16 for a recommended
worktop profile and definition of H and D dimensions
referred to below. W dimensions are subject to project
requirements, but are normally in 100 increments.
Refer to manufacturers product data for details of
exposed ends, ends for abutment, and end
upstands. Worktops should be solid end capped.
l Linoleum faced work-tops
H W D Code
120 * 350 C41
120 * 550 C42
120 * 650 C43
Intended for use where activities call for a softer desk-
like surface.

l Plastic laminate faced worktops

H W D Code
120 * 350 C44
120 * 550 C45
120 * 650 C46
Intended for use in areas such as medical/nursing or
pharmacy manufacturing.
inset sinks (or sink units with drainers) may be
pressure bonded into laminate worktops to suit
project requirements.

l Stainless steel worktops (plain)

H W D Code
120 * 550 C47
120 * 650 C48
Intended for use as heavy duty work surfaces for dry
(or relatively dry) activities.

l Stainless steel worktops (dished)

H W D Code
120 * 550 C49

l Stainless steel worktops (dished) which may

have sink bowls, plaster sinks or hoppers in any
position
H W D Code
120 * 650 C50

l Stainless steel worktops (plain) with sink bowls

and drainers in any position
H W D Code
120 * 550 C51
120 * 650 C52
Stainless steel worktops, with or without sinks or
hoppers shall be fitted with an earthing terminal.
Refer to HTM 64 and manufacturers’ product
specifications for size and location of sink bowls,
details of taps, traps, etc.

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Profile of worktops

l Vertical loading of worktops l Leg supports - C61.

All worktops with corbel carcases, legs or Where it is necessary to use leg supports, they
brackets should be capable of supporting a force should be in the following nominal heights with
of 2500N at both ends and the centre of the front facility for vertical adjustment and incorporating a
edge. Maximum temporary deflection shall be as floor anchoring device:
set out in BS4875 Part 7 clause 6.2. l to underside of 920 worktop
l to underside of 720 worktop
l to underside of lower storage components.
l Deflection
Spans of worktops exceeding 1800 may cause
l “C” Frames - C62
excessive deflection. See BS4875 Part 5 clause
6.1 and 6.2. “C” frames may be used to support the 600 and
500 assemblies at standing and sitting work
l Corbel carcases surface heights in each case. The frames may be
secured back to walls or may be free-standing.
Carcase units fixed back to partitions/walls may They are used for the Staff Base on page 24.
be used to support worktops, with side cheeks
extended by 50 or 150 as appropriate. Knock out
Refer to manufacturers’ product specifications
panels may be incorporated to accommodate
for details of design and specification for leg
service runs.
frames and C frames, with particular attention to
ease of cleaning at junction with flooring.
l Cantilever brackets - C60
Cantilever brackets may be used to support the
600 and 500 assemblies (see pages 5 and 6) and
the standing and sitting work surface heights in
each case.
Refer to manufacturers’ product specifications
for details of the design and specification of these
brackets and requirements for fixing them to
walls and partitions. Particular attention should
be paid to the performance test and criteria
referred to in Section 4 to ensure that brackets
and fixings offered by a manufacturer comply.

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Lower storage components l Cupboards with pair of doors and one

Refer to manufacturers’ data for details of fixings adjustable shelf (1000 units have central
to underside of worktops. division with one adjustable shelf on each side
and option of sliding doors)
Most of the lower storage components may be
fitted with castors and tops and used as mobile
under bench storage.

l Open shelf carcase with two adjustable

shelves and optional bridging shelves (codes
D71 and D72).

H W D Code
550 600 300 D81
550 1000 300 D82
550 600 450 D79
550 1000 450 D80

D Code l Corner carousel

550 500 450 D73
550 600 450 D74

l Cupboards with side-hung door and one

adjustable shelf

H W D Code
550 900 900 D83

H W D Code
550 500 300 D77
(LH door)
550 500 300 D78
(RH door)
550 500 450 D75
(LH door)
550 500 450 D76
(RH door)

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l Unit with drop front hopper l Unit with pull-out front and central double-
sided support panel for tote boxes and other
hook-on containers

D H W D Code
H W Code
D84 550 500 450 D90
550 500 450
550 600 450 D91
550 600 450 D85

l Unit with twin pull-out fronts and optional

l Unit with pull-out front and lift-out container
lift-out containers

H W D Code
H W D Code
550 500 450 D88
550 500 450 D86
550 600 450 D89
550 600 450 D87

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l Single drawer unit l Two drawer units

H W D Code H W D Code
150 500 450 D92 150 500 450 D96
150 600 450 D93 150 600 450 D97
350 500 450 D98
350 600 450 D99
150 units comprise one 50 shallow drawer and
l Two drawer units one 100 drawer. 350 units (as shown) comprise
one 50 shallow drawer and one 300 high drawer.

l Three drawer units

H D Code
550 500 450 D94
550 600 450 D95
These units comprise one 250 and one 300 high
drawer.
H W D Code
350 500 450 D100/3
350 600 450 D101/3
550 500 450 D102/3
550 600 450 D103/3
350 units (as shown) comprise two 100 drawers
and one 150 drawer.
550 units comprise 100, 150 drawers and one
300 drawer, which may be fitted with a filing
frame.

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l Four drawer units l Multi drawer units

H W D Code H W D Code
350 500 450 D100/4 550 500 450 D105
350 600 450 D101/4 550 600 450 D107
550 500 450 D102/4
550 600 450 D103/4 Shallow drawers to project requirements.
350 units (as shown) comprise one 50 shallow
drawer and three 100 drawers. 550 units
comprise one 100 drawer, and three 150 Tall storage components
drawers.
l Open shelf carcase with straight or sloping
adjustable shelves and pack dispenser
l Six drawer units

H W D Code
550 500 450 D104
550 600 450 D106

Refer to manufacturers’ product specifications

for other possible combinations of 150, 350 or
550 carcase heights with 50, 100, 150 or 300
high drawers. Any 300 high drawers may befitted
with a filing frame.

H W D Code
1600 600 300 AD110

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 l Open shelf unit with adjustable shelves l Wardrobe with shelf and hanging rail

H W D Code H W D Code
1600 600 300 AD111 1600 600 300 AD112
When used with bridging shelves can provide A wardrobe unit with built in bed head mechanical
whole wall divided storage. and electrical services is included in HTM 68.
When provided with optional hinged doors, this
unit is referred to as AD113.

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l Unit with pull-out front and lift-out l Cupboard with adjustable shelves
containers or shelves

H W D Code H W D Code
1600 600 600 AE120 1600 600 600 AE121
Refer to manufacturers’ product data and design
details for specification of:
l sliding gear for pull-out fronts
l lift-out and hook-on tote boxes.

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 Accessories
Specify with appropriate storage unit.

l Filing drawer frames l Catheter trays

Available in a variety of lengths and profiles to

hook onto support panels.

Dimensions to suit 300 filing drawer in 500 Wand

600 W drawer units.

l Tote boxes

Available in various sizes. Dimensions and profile

to suit support panels.

l Shallow trays

For use in 500 W and 600 W units.

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Staff base/Reception counter
This group of inter-related sub-components is
primarily intended for assembly in a variety of staff
base island layouts (see examples below) but can
also be used to form reception, interview,
appointment booking, and other work stations.

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Figs 1, 2 and 3 show a typical two, three and four The basic assembly can be expanded and used
person assembly, allowing 800 mm (nominal) per in a number of different staff base
person, comprising sitting and standing level configurations with or without trolley park and
worktops with storage console between the bridge unit, some of which are illustrated
surfaces. below.
Electrical services etc. may be routed through leg
supports.
Under bench mobile storage units of 550 basic
height may be used in conjunction with staff base
assemblies.

Typical assemblies

Fig. 4

Part of the console may be omitted to

accommodate a visual display unit.
Fig. 1

Fig. 2 Fig. 5

Fig. 3 Fig. 6

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Variations on 800 module console unit
The console basic 800 space shown in Fig. 7 will
normally require sub-division for storage of paper
etc, horizontally and/or vertically as Indicated in
Figs. 7 to 14. Division panels should be freely re-
locatable by the users.
A nurse call indicator panel or visual display unit
may be incorporated in the console assembly
with back-up facilities elsewhere.

Fig. 7 Fig. 11

Fig. 8 Fig. 12

Fig. 9 Fig. 13 side hung doors

Fig. 10 Fig. 14 sliding door

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Figs. 15 and 16 show typical reception and
interview desk arrangements which are
combinations of the desk and console sub-
components and builders work.

Fig. 15

Fig. 16

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Figs. 17 and 18 give basic cross section
dimensions and Fig. 19 is an exploded isometric
of the parts of the system.

Fig. 17 Fig. 18

1 Worktop/console unit
2 Cantilever floor mounted legs
3 Bridge unit

Fig. 19

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4 Performance
4.1 Strength 4.2 Surface finishes
Open and closed storage, drawer units and Surface finishes of components fabricated from
shelves should be tested for strength by the wood, or wood based materials, should be tested
methods described in BS 4875 Parts 5, 6, 7, and by the methods described in BS 3962, under the
8 simulating in-use conditions. following Part numbers and heads.
The various tests required for each of the test l Part 2 - wet heat
levels referred to above are set out in Appendix A. l Part 3 - dry heat
Worktops should be tested by the methods and l Part 4 - marking by liquids
to the criteria listed in Appendix A. l Part 5 - oils and fats
l Part 6 - mechanical damage
The decision as to whether to use corbel
carcases, cantilever brackets or leg supports for Generally surface finishes should be specified as
the whole or part of the installation should be requiring a ‘severe’ rating under BS 6250 Part 3;
determined after consideration of the load and only exceptionally as ‘general’ (e.g. linoleum
bearing capacity of the assembly and its fixings faced worktops for desk type activities).
and the construction of the wall or partition to Appendix A sets out the recommended ratings,
which the units are to be fixed. which are more stringent for horizontal surfaces
Safe working loads should be determined for the than for vertical surfaces.
corbel carcases or cantilever brackets mounted These criteria are set out in a table on page 34.
on the appropriate partition and where these are
Finished surfaces should be smooth and free
unlikely to meet the loading requirements of the
from application marks.
installation, alternative support systems should
be used. Plastic laminates should be specified in
accordance with BS 3794 Part 1, and tested in
In new hollow plasterboard partitions timber
accordance with Part 2 of that BS.
members fitted within the cavity will provide safe
working load capacity. See HTM 56 for details of The surface finish of stainless steel components
heavyweight fixings. should be specified as ‘No 3B polished dull
buffed’ as set out in Table 3 of BS 1449, Part 2.
Extra care should be taken with installations to be
mounted on existing hollow plasterboard Linoleum for worktops should be to BS 810
partitions without timber noggings as these may without additional finish.
be suitable for leg supports or ‘C’ frames only. All mild steel components must be treated to be
Safe working loads for installations mounted on corrosion resistant.
masonry walls and partitions will depend upon
the type and condition of the masonry and the
condition and thickness of plaster or other facing
materials, and fixing device used. 4.3 Surface spread of flame
Users should make a careful assessment of local When tested in accordance with BS 476 Part 7,
conditions and carry out loading tests to painted and lacquered surfaces should achieve a
determine safe working loads for installations. minimum of Class 4, and melamine veneered
Refer to manufacturers’ product data for details surfaces Class 3.
of cantilever brackets and the loads that they can
sustain. Users are advised to seek test
certification from manufacturers as to safe
working loads achieved by their products under 4.4 Ironmongery and fittings
test conditions and recommended methods of
fixing to walls and partitions and type of fixing The performance of individual fittings should
devices used under test. comply with relevant British Standards (see
appendix A and B).
Castors fitted to mobile units should comply with
the Castor Manufacturers Association - Furniture
Industry Research Association “Performance
tests requirements for furniture castors”.
Hinges should permit doors to open through
270°.
All fittings should be corrosion resistant.

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5 Design application

5.1 Co-ordination with building 5.3 Project documentation

and engineering design Storage and worktop units should be
It will be vitally important to ensure that walls and enumerated and fully described in the Bills of
partitions are capable of taking the cantilevered Quantities. A 1:50 General Arrangement layout
loads imposed by the system and allow for the should be used to show references of the units
appropriate fixing of the corbel carcases, and worktops. The broadsheet of range of units
cantilever brackets and bearers. Depending should be provided. Assembly and fixing details
upon the specification and design of brackets should be provided.
offered by manufacturers, it may be necessary to The following should be covered:-
specify timber noggings or metal plates in hollow References or codes of all units.
plasterboard partitions to prevent deflection of Worktops, where incorporating sinks,
the plasterboard, (see 4.1). drainers, hoppers or plaster sinks should be
The majority of engineering services terminals will fully described.
fall conveniently within the mid storage zone, and Methods of support - corbel carcases,
others such as cleaners’ sockets and plug-in cantilever brackets, legs or ‘C’ frames.
connections to refrigerators in the lower storage Angle supports at rear of worktops.
zone, can be located above skirting level in the Finishes - particularly specials - e.g.
floor clearance zone between cantilever veneered doors or drawer fronts.
brackets. Ironmongery - locks, handles.
Builders work - fixings, noggings in hollow
partitions, special fixing devices,
5.2 Designing layouts Junctions with walls-sealants etc.
Services - connections to wastes, water
Maximum emphasis should be placed on open services, electrical services, earthing
access to storage at working height, as this is devices, taps, plugs and chains, etc.
both functionally and cost effective, and reduces If units are to be supplied and fixed by the
requirements for labelling to a minimum. manufacturer then a list of at least 3 firms
Consideration should be given to the location of should be included in the Bills and the main
upper storage units to obviate inaccessible voids contractor instructed to obtain competitive
at internal corners. tenders. The successful manufacturer then
Corners can be turned by the use of mitred becomes a “domestic subcontractor” to the
worktops and at internal corners by the use of the main contractor.
lower storage corner carousel illustrated on page Quality sample units should be inspected and
17. agreed before production commences.
Compliance with the tests and standards in
The principle of cantilever support of worktops Appendices A and B should be verified.
and lower storage components, entirely
dissociates the latterfrom the function of worktop
support, and enables the provision of lower
storage to be considered entirely on its merits.
Lower storage units have been located 300
above finished floor level for ergonomic reasons
and to facilitate the unobstructed use of floor
cleaning machines.
Plinths have been eliminated to avoid
inaccessible spaces which provide harbourage
for insects, to simplify floor finishes and facilitate
change of use.

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6 Site practice
6.1 Sequence of work
Fitted storage systems are generally procured as Of the partition systems in common use in health
Group 1 components ie supplied and fixed as buildings brickwork will provide the best support
part of a building contract. for storage components and plasterboard/metal
The components should be delivered and stud the least effective. From this it will be obvious
installed as late as possible in the building that the maximum safe loading of storage
programme. The sequence should be carefully components will depend on the partition system
planned and deliveries co-ordinated with the selected.
programme so that components may be installed However using the appropriate support
and protected without delay. methods, fixing devices and reinforcement for
plasterboard partitions, all types of partition
Pre-planning and accuracy in setting out support construction can support the cupboard units.
components will be of particular importance for
components involving co-ordination with Designers/users are recommended to give
engineering services, eg staff base, ward drugs consideration to the following:
cupboard and sinks. Solid brickwork and blockwork - all support
Where leg supports or ‘C’ frames are used they systems are suitable using appropriate fixing
should be installed after floor finishes have been devices
laid. Lightweight blocks (eg Thermalite) - all support
systems are suitable, but special fixing
devices for use with lightweight blocks should
6.2 Fixing be used.
Refer to manufacturers product specifications for Plasterboard/metal stud partitions-all support
details of fixing devices. The type selected will systems are suitable, but special attention
depend on the construction of the supporting should be paid to fixing arrangements and it
wall or partition and will include: may be necessary to limit load.
wood screws of appropriate gauge and Where heavy items need to be stored eg bulk
length for screwing to timber studs or paper, consideration should be given to the
noggings use of industrial storage systems.
Fixings for worktop support rails/angles
plugs and screws for fixing to solid masonry
should be made into metal studs in addition to
6 mm diameter cavity fixing devices for fixing plasterboard skins.
to hollow pot or block partitions In new work, timber studs independent of, or
6 mm diameter proprietary metal cavity fixing adjacent to metal studs will provide a suitable
devices for fixing to hollow plasterboard fixing and increase the loading capacity of the
partitions. partition.
a continuous steel angle or timber batten Legs may be necessary at free end locations
fixed to partition for supporting worktops to support worktops. They can be used in
and corbel carcase units. conjunction with both bracket and corbel
carcase systems.
At the time of writing there are four support Corbel carcases should have back rails,
systems available: the bracket, the leg, the ‘C’ particularly one at the bottom, to prevent
frame and the corbel carcase unit. These need to carcase side cheeks indenting plasterboard
be matched to the partition systems in use. faces.
In the case of the first three bracket, leg support Cavity fixing devices appropriate to the
and ‘C’ frame, the worktop and the carcase is thickness of the plasterboard skins should be
fixed to the underside of the worktop. In the latter used.
case the corbel carcase unit is fixed to the wall
Junctions between abutting worktops and
and provides support for the worktop.
between worktops and walls should be sealed
Storage components at intermediate and high with an appropriate sealant.
level are fixed back direct to the partition/wall.
Drug and medicine cupboards should be fixed to
partitions in accordance with the requirements of
BS. 2881.

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Appendices

A Performance tests
Performance ratings and test levels
Storage components in this HTM should comply in general with the requirements of BS 6250 Part 3 and
BS 4875 Parts 5, 6, 7 and 8.
Performance tests to which components should comply are set out below, and specifiers are advised to
seek certification or other evidence of compliance with these tests.

Summary of test procedures for storage units

BS4875 para no. Title Requirement
6.1.2 (pt 7) Strength of shelf support See tables 3 and 4, test level 4.
6.1.3 (pt 7) Deflection of shelves See table 3, test level 4.
6.1.4 (pt 7) Strength of cabinet top and bottom surfaces
Units with headroom greater than
1050 mm Force in N 1,000
Units with headroom less than
1050 mm Force in N 450
6.1.5 (pt 7) Strength of clothes rail supports See table 3, test level 4.
6.1.6 (pt 7) Deflection of clothes rails See table 3, test level 4.
6.2.2 (pt 7) Strength of pivotted doors Test load in kg 40
6.2.3 (pt 7) Wear and fatigue of pivotted doors See table 1, test level 4.
6.2.4 (pt 7) Slam open/shut of pivotted doors See table 1, test level 4.
6.3.2 (pt 7) *Wear and fatigue of sliding doors See table 1, test level 4.
6.3.3 (pt 7) *Slam open/shut of sliding doors See table 1, test level 4.
6.4.2 (pt 7) *Strength of flaps See table 1, test level 4.
6.4.3 (pt 7) *Wear and fatigue of flaps See table 1, test level 4.
6.5.2 (pt 7) Slam open/shut of roil fronts See table 1, test level 4.
6.5.3 (pt 7) Wear and fatigue of roll fronts See table 1, test level 4.
6.6.2 (pt 7) Strength of runners Test load in kg 40.
6.6.3 (pt 7) Slam open and slam shut of drawers See table 1, test level 4.
6.6.4 (pt 7) Displacement of bottom surface
of drawers See table 1, test level 4.
6.6.5 (pt 7) Wear and fatigue of drawers
and runners See table 1, test level 4.
6.7.2 (pt 7) Strength of wall attachment devices 2 x test level 4, table 3.
* These tests are appropriate for up and over doors.

Summary of tests for worktops (including desks and cupboards below 1050 mm high)
BS 4875 para no. Title Requirement
6.1 (pt 5) Vertical static load See table 1, test level 4.
6.2 (pt 5) Sustained load test See table 1, test level 4.
6.3 (pt 5) Horizontal static load (staff base only) See table 1, test level 4.
6.4 (pt 5) Vertical impact test See table 1, test level 4.
6.6.2 (pt 5) Horizontal fatigue (staff base only) See table 1, test level 4.
6.6.3 (pt 5) Vertical fatigue tests for worktops See table 1, test level 4.

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Test programme
Testing ranges of components
The following tests constitute a minimum test programme to cover the whole range of components.

The largest lower unit and the largest wall unit. Test No. 6.1.2, 6.1.3, 6.1.4, 6.1.5, 6.1.6 and 6.7.2
(If this does not include the longest shelf span of BS 4875 part 7.
then the unit containing this item shall also be
tested.)

The largest worktop plus the largest bridging Test No. 6.1, 6.2, 6.3, 6.4 and 6.6.3
worktop (if any) or the largest worktop (if any). of BS 4875 part 5.
The largest drawer for each type of runner Test No. 6.6.2, 6.6.3, 6.6.4 and 6.6.5
system fitted. of BS4875 part 7.
The relevant door the geometry of which Test No. 6.2.2, 6.2.3 and 6.2.4
creates the greatest bending moment on of BS 4875 part 7.
the hinge (for each type of hinge used).

The largest sliding door*. Test No. 6.3.2 and 6.3.3 of BS 4875 part 7.
The largest roll front (tambour door)*. Test No. 6.5.2 and 6.5.3 of BS 4875 part 7.
*If applicable

Sequence of testing
Groups of tests on specific components shall be carried out in the sequence specified in table 6, but it is
not necessary to test the components of the units in any set sequence, except Test No. 6.7.2 (strength
of wall attachment devices) which should be carried out at the end of the programme.

Sequence of tests
Component British Standard Test Sequence
Pivotted doors BS 4875 pt 7 6.2.2, 6.2.3, 6.2.4
Sliding doors BS 4875 pt 7 6.3.2, 6.3.3
Hinged flaps BS 4875 pt 7 6.4.2, 6.4.3
Drawers BS 4875 pt 7 6.6.4, 6.6.3, 6.6.2, 6.6.5
Shelves BS 4875 pt 7 6.1.2, 6.1.3
Roll front closures BS 4875 pt 7 6.5.2, 6.5.3
Worktops BS 4875 pt 7 6.1, 6.2, 6.3, 6.4, 6.6
Test criteria for surface finishes (based on BS 6250 pt 3).

Additional tests for mobile storage units

BS4875 para no. Title Requirement
6.2 (part 6) Vertical stability test Force 500N
6.3 (part 6) Horizontal impact test

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 Test criteria for surface finishes

surface test minimum performance rating

resistance to: method
Plastic All exposed surfaces of
laminate cupboards and shelves
worktops

Wet heat: BS 3962

55°C Part 2 4 2
70°C 4 2
85°C 4 —

Dry heat: BS 3962

85°C Part 3 3 3
100°C 3 2
160°C 3 —

Cold liquids: BS 3962

acetone Part 4 5 2
butyl acetate 5 3
toilet spirits 5 3
potable spirits 5 3
tea 5 4
coffee 5 4
disinfectant (phenol)* 5 3
disinfectant (chloro)* 5 3
paraffin oil* 5 3
blackcurrant juice* 5 3
ammonia solution* 5 3
acetic acid* 5 3
(4.4% solution)
olive oil* 5 3

Cold oils and fats BS 3962

Part 5 5 —

Mechanical damage: BS 3962

Scrape, surface Part 6
penetration 5 3
Scrape, penetration
to substrate 5 5
Impact 5 3
Cross-cut test — 3

*Using the specification for these liquids given in BS 5910: Part 1

Flexible rating allowances: test results for any sample may include two failures of one rating point,

Surface texture:
The surfaces of the unit shall be smooth with an even film thickness of the specified finish throughout.
Materials used for linoleum and stainless steel worktops should be in accordance with the British Standard
Specifications set out on page 35.
Specifiers should note that while stainless steel will have a resistance to heat well in excess of the above
requirements it may be adversely affected by some liquids, particularly bleach.

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B Supplementary
specification and design data
Materials and finishes for components The final choice of materials and finishes must be
the responsibility of the specifier, based on test
Materials/finishes listed below are preferred
proven performance, availability, and cost.
solutions. Other suitable finishes, such as plastic
laminate or veneer may be used where Laminate only end facings to worktops are not
appropriate. suitable for health buildings.

Cupboards and drawer carcases Ward drugs cupboard

l medium density fibreboard with pigmented
The ward drugs cupboard described below is
acid catalyst finish to all exposed surfaces
currently in use in the NHS and should comply with
inside and outside.
Side hung doors/drawer fronts security level 1 as set out in BS 2881.
l medium density fibreboard with pigmented The cupboard should be fitted with a removable
acid catalyst finish to all exposed surfaces electrical shelf containing light(s) to illuminate the
inside and outside. interior of the cupboard, an indicator light visible
Drawer bottoms and cupboard backs from the front when the door is closed and an
l duo-faced hardboard/medium density electrical connection box. When installing or
fibreboard removing the cupboard this shelf should be
Worktops removed to allow access to the electrical
l stainless steel connection.
l high density chipboard with post-forming Below the electrical shelf the cupboard is divided
grade laminate finish into two compartments. One lower compartment is
l high density chipboard with linoleum finish. fitted with a second door hinged on the central
divider and of the same hand as the outer door.
Specification references for materials Each door should be fitted with a lock, the keys to
and finishes listed above which must differ so that the key which operates
BS 810: Sheet linoleum, cork carpet and linoleum the outer door will not operate the inner door.
tiles. Locks should be in accordance with BS 2881
BS 1142 Part 2: Standard and tempered capable of at least 1000 differs and when tested in
hard board. accordance with BS 3621 shall withstand 60,000
BS 1186 Parts 1 and 2: Timber for and operations. Escutcheon plates will be required to
workmanship in joiner-y locks on doors with a lacquer finish.
BS 1449 Part 2: Stainless steel and heat resisting
steel plate, sheet and strip. Electrical performance
Type 304 S16 stainless steel sheet finish No 3 B
polished dull buff. The cupboard should be wired in accordance with
BS 3794 Parts 1 and 2: Post forming grade the current edition of the IEE regulations, All
laminate. electrical fittings should comply with the
BS 5669: Specification for wood chipboard and appropriate BS specifications.
methods of test for particle board: Electrical services should be in accordance with
Type I for linoleum finish. Type Ill (moisture DHSS Eng 442 Ref MDB/Eng/14. (see pages 37
resistant) for laminate finished worktops. and 38).
Medium density fibreboard of 750 kg/m3 minimum
density is available in standard and moisture Fixing instructions
resistant grades. The electrical feed should emerge from the wall in
Stainless steel worktops with or without sinks etc to the centre of the proposed position of the
be min. 16 swg (or 18 swg where press formed) cupboard and 1700 mm above floor level.
with adequate stiffening, and to comply with HTM
The cupboard should be fixed as follows:
64.
l remove the electrical shelf to reveal the cable
All surfaces of units shall have a flat true and
smooth finish. entry hole in the back of the carcase
l drill four pilot holes through the back to mark
the wall
General notes l remove the cupboard and drill and plug the
Experience has shown that melamine coatings and wall four times with suitable plugs
plastic foil edgings to chipboard are not suitable for l remount the cupboard, thread the wires
use in health buildings. through and screw the cupboard to the wall
Mild steel for carcases, shelves, etc, should be with four 10 gauge woodscrews or similar
avoided because of the danger of corrosion. Mild sized fixings
l connect the wires to the terminals in the
steel hinges and fixings may be acceptable if
suitably rust proofed. connector box in the electrical shelf and
replace the shelf.

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Ward drugs cupboard general arrangement
(Type A19R illustrated)

elevation vertical section

plan section

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DHSS Specification of electrical
services to ward drugs cupboard
Regulations Terminal block
All materials and components of the ward drugs A suitable terminal block containing four
cupboard s h a l l c o m p l y w i t h t h e l a t e s t terminals shall be provided within the hollow shelf
requirements of the Regulations for the Electrical to terminate all connections. The terminals shall
Equipment of Buildings as issued by the Institute be of the pinch screw type and of adequate
of Electrical Engineers, British Standards capacity to securely connect all the strands of all
Specifications (to Include all relevant conductors. Each terminal shall be identified as
amendments) and the relevant parts of Electrical to its use.
Safety Code for Hospital Laboratory Equipment,
Insofar as the correct operation is not at variance Door switch
with any of these requirements.
One micro-switch with an assessed quality to BS
9562 activated by the opening of the outer door
Operation shall be fitted in the front edge of the hollow shelf.
Electrical services to the ward drugs cupboard The switch shall operate the interior/indicator
shall provide the following facilities: lamp within the cupboard. The spring operation
l
of the switch to be of sufficient strength to force
Illumination of shelf areas automatically
the door to the obviously open position and
when the door is opened.
operate the internal light.
l Indication on the cupboard (and remotely)
that the cupboard is open. Interior/indicator lamp
l Continuous power supply indication on One type B15 lamp holder to BS 5042 and a 15 W
cupboard to show that the circuit is lamp having a bayonet cap complying with BS
functioning. 5101 Part 1 1975 to be fitted within the front edge
The internal illumination and ‘cupboard open’ of the hollow shelf behind a translucent red dome
indication shall be a function of one lamp, lens in the outer cupboard door. The lamp to be
controlled by a door operated switch. The lamp enclosed behind an opal plastics cover which
holder shall be mounted within the front edge of shall incorporate sufficient provision for the
the hollow shelf enclosed by an opal plastics ventilation of the lamp.
cover (allowing illumination to the upper and
lower sections of the cupboard) behind a ‘Power on’ indicator lamp
translucent red dome lens mounted in the One filament type lamp shall be fitted within the
cupboard door. front edge of the hollow shelf behind a translucent
The power supply indicator lamp shall be fitted green lens, the lens shall be of sufficient
within the front edge of the shelf behind a dimensions that the indication light is visible when
translucent green dome lens in the cupboard the outer door is closed.
door.
Terminals
Wiring All terminals, or any other live part, are to be
Wiring shall be 0.75 mm2 PVC Insulated, flexible covered or so protected that they cannot be
cables complying with BS 6500 table 16, inadvertently touched.
concealed within the hollow shelf. At the position
where connections are to be made to the building Earthing
and remote indication wiring a hole large enough
to prevent chafing of cables is to be provided in All metal parts and items of electrical equipment
the rear of the shelf. shall be efficiently bonded to earth potential. An
earth terminal shall be provided as one of the four
Cabling at the back of the cupboard shall consist terminals on the terminal block to which the
of two 400 mm lengths of 0.75 mm2 PVC systems earth of the building shall be connected.
Insulated, PVC sheathed flexible cables to be An additional core shall be included in the mains
connected to the wiring of the building. One of cable connection for earthing purposes.
these cables shall provide the incoming service to
the cupboard, and the other for connection to a
remote indicator, both shall be fully identified and
connected to the relevant terminals of the
terminal block.

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Ward drugs cupboard wiring diagram

terminal block to be
marked as shown

Notes:
1 All cables to be 0.75 mm2 PVC insulated PVC
sheathed.
2 All exposed metal of equipment to be
connected to earth terminal 'C' of terminal
block (connections not shown).

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References
Other Health Technical Memoranda BS 5042 Bayonet lampholders
56 Partitions BS 5101 Lamp caps and holders
62 Demountable storage system BS 5669 Specification for wood chipboard and
64 Sanitary assemblies methods of test for particle board
Other DoH data BS 5724 Safety code for medical electrical
Activity Data Base equipment
Ergonomic data BS 5910 Methods of test for surface finishes for
Health building notes furniture,
Details of Staff Base system Part 1: Assessment of surface
Fitted storage system-model working drawings resistance to cold liquids
BS 6250 Domestic and contract furniture,
Statutory legislation Part 3: Specification for performance
The Building Regulations requirements for cabinet
Model Water Byelaws furniture
Byelaws of the Statutory Water Undertakers BS 6500 Insulated flexible cords and cables
Water Act 1973 BS 9562 Micro switches
I.E.E. Regulations
Medicines Act 1968
Misuse of Drugs Act (Safe Custody) Regulations
1973 Castor Manufacturers Association - Furniture
Industry Research Association.
British Standard Specifications and Codes of “Performance test requirements for furniture
Practice castors.”
BS 476 Part 7: Surface spread of flame
BS 810 Sheet linoleum, cork carpet and
linoleum tiles
BS 1142 Fibre building boards,
Part 2: Medium board and hardboard
BS 1186 Timber for and workmanship in joinery
Part 1: Specification for timber
Part 2: Quality of workmanship
BS 1449 Steel plate, sheet and strip,
Part 2: Stainless and heat resisting steel
plate, sheet and strip
BS 2881 Specification for cupboards for the
storage of medicines in health
care premises
BS 3621 Thief resistant locks
BS 3794 Decorative laminated sheets based on
thermosetting resins,
Part 1: Specification
Par-t 2: Methods of determination of
properties
BS 3962 Methods of test for finishes forwooden
furniture,
Part 2: Assessment of surface
resistance to wet heat
Part 3: Assessment of surface
resistance to dry heat
Part 4: Assessment of surface
resistance to cold liquids
Part 5: Assessment of surface
resistance to cold oils and fats
Part 6: Assessment of resistance to
mechanical damage
BS 4875 Strength and stability of domestic and
contract furniture,
Part 5: Methods of determination of
strength of tables and trolleys Index of Guidance Amendment No. IGAN 17
Part 6: Methods of determination of (for internal use)
stability of tables and trolleys The following documents are cancelled by the
Part 7: Methods of determination of contents of this document:
strength of storage furniture CDB Mk3
Part 8: Methods of determination of
stability of storage furniture

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