SCHEDULE 3 DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION - Partnerships BC
SCHEDULE 3 DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION - Partnerships BC
SCHEDULE 3 DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION - Partnerships BC
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SCHEDULE 3
PART 1. INTERPRETATION
1.1 Definitions
In this Schedule, in addition to the definitions set out in Schedule 1 of this Agreement:
“BMS” has the meaning set out in Section 7.6.1.1(1) of this Schedule;
“Building” means the critical care tower building to be constructed by Project Co pursuant to this
Agreement, and includes all additions and improvements thereto over the term of this Agreement;
“Clinical Specification” has the meaning set out in Section 2.3.1 of this Schedule;
“Data Room” means the electronic data room that was maintained by the Authority during the request for
proposals stage of the Project;
“EOC” has the meaning set out in Section 5.3.6 of this Schedule;
“Evidence-Based-Design” or “EBD” has the meaning set out in Section 3.1 of this Schedule;
“Project Design Objectives” has the meaning set out in Section 3.2.1 of this Schedule;
“Helipad” has the meaning set out in Section 2.6.1 of this Schedule;
“Indicative Design” has the meaning set out in Section 2.8.1 of this Schedule;
“North Building” means the building described as the “North Building A” on Appendix 2H [Site Plan];
“North Building Link” has the meaning set out in Section 4.3.2.3 of this Schedule;
“Nurse Call Proposal” has the meaning set out in Section 7.8.10.1(1) of this Schedule;
“Project Co’s End-Use Equipment” has the meaning set out in Section 7.8.8.1(1) of this Schedule;
“SMH Master Site Planning Concept” means the Authority’s master plan for SMH entitled “The SMH
Master Site Planning Concept” dated November 3, 2009;
“South Building” means the building described as the “SMH-South Building and Underground Parkade”
on Appendix 2H [Site Plan];
“South Building Service Connection Room” means the room to be constructed by the Authority on
level P1 of the existing South Building parkade, along the north wall between grid lines 2 and 5; and
“South Building Spine” has the meaning set out in Section 4.3.2.2 of this Schedule.
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1.2 Interpretation
1.2.1 This Schedule is written as an output specification and defines what Project Co must
achieve in the Design and Construction. Except as expressly stated otherwise, Project
Co will carry out the Design and Construction as required and contemplated by each
provision of this Schedule and its Appendices whether or not the provision is written as
an obligation of Project Co or is stated in the imperative form.
1.2.2 Where “cost effective”, “appropriate”, “sufficient”, “minimize” and related and similar
terms are used, they are to be construed and interpreted in terms of whether they are
cost effective, appropriate, sufficient, minimizing, etc. from the perspective of a prudent
public owner of a major public hospital facility who balances capital costs against
maintenance, operations, clinical efficiency and other non capital costs over the life of
the Facility.
1.2.3 Unless expressly stated otherwise, each reference to a standard in this document will
be deemed to mean the latest version of that standard as of the Financial Submission
Date.
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1.3.45 HP – Horsepower
1.3.53 KW – Kilowatt
1.3.55 KV – Kilovolt
1.3.62 Mb - Megabit
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1.3.82 SMACNA – Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors National Association
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1.3.98 V - Volt
PART 2. GENERAL
2.1 Standards
2.1.1.2 in accordance with the BC Building Code and all applicable Laws;
2.1.1.3 having regard for the concerns, needs and interests of:
2.1.1.5 to the same standard that an experienced, prudent and knowledgeable long
term owner of a high quality health care facility in North America operated
publicly would employ.
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2.1.2 If more than one of the above standards is applicable then the highest such standard
will apply.
2.1.3 If Project Co wishes to make reference to a code or standard from a jurisdiction outside
of Canada, then Project Co will demonstrate to the Authority’s satisfaction that such
code or standard meets or exceeds the requirements of this Schedule.
2.1.4 Without limiting Section 2.1.1 of this Schedule, Project Co will undertake the Design
and Construction in compliance with all applicable standards, including:
2.1.4.3 ASHRAE
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2.1.4.9 ASTM
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2.1.4.11 CGA - P-2.1: Standard for Medical / Surgical Vacuum Systems in Hospitals
2.1.4.12 CSA
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2.1.4.13 NFPA
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2.1.4.13(5) 90A - Current Edition: Standard for Installation of Air Conditioning and
Ventilation Systems;
2.1.4.14 IEEE
2.1.4.14(1) 802.1 series for Interworking, Security, Audio/Video Bridging and Data
Centre Bridging;
2.1.4.15 NETA
2.1.4.20 AIA Guidelines for Design and Construction of Health Care Facilities, including
NICU guidelines.
2.1.4.21 Recommended standards for Newborn NICU Design (Report of the Seventh
Consensus Conference on Newborn ICU Design: February 1, 2007).
2.1.4.23 Fraser Health – Safety Design Standards for Surgical Laser Procedure
Performed outside the OR Department.
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2.1.4.25 British Columbia Ministry of Health and Ministry Responsible for Seniors –
Standards for Hospital-based Psychiatric Emergency Services: Observation
Units (March 2000).
2.2.1 As contemplated by the Wood First Act (British Columbia), Project Co will incorporate
wood products into the design of the Facility to the extent that the use of wood products
is consistent with the requirements of this Schedule.
2.3.1 Attached as Appendix 3A is the “Surrey Memorial Hospital – Emergency Department &
Critical Care Tower Clinical Specification” (the “Clinical Specification”).
2.3.2.1 so that it accommodates all of the spaces, activities, functions, design features
and adjacencies described in the Clinical Specification; and
2.3.2.2 in accordance with the requirements of the Clinical Specification, subject to any
adjustments or refinements made in accordance with the User Consultation
Process and the Design Review Procedure.
2.4.1 Notwithstanding anything in the Clinical Specification, Project Co will design and
construct the Facility to include all rooms and spaces as required to comply with the
terms of this Agreement, including sufficient rooms and spaces as necessary for the
operation and maintenance of the Facility and for Project Co to perform the Services in
accordance with this Agreement.
2.5.1 Project Co will design and construct one non-clinical level of the Facility to allow for the
future conversion of that level to surgical/treatment type functions with minimal
disruption to ongoing operations.
2.6 Helipad
2.6.1 Project Co will provide a helipad on the roof of the Building (the “Helipad”) that meets
the requirements of this Schedule and all applicable standards, including:
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2.7.1 In addition to the requirements of this Schedule, Project Co will design and construct
the UBC Videoconference Rooms in accordance with the requirements of Appendix 3B
[UBC Videoconference Room Specifications]. If there is a conflict between a provision
of Appendix 3B [UBC Videoconference Room Specifications] and a provision of this
Schedule (with respect to the UBC Videoconference Rooms only), the provision of
Appendix 3B [UBC Videoconference Room Specifications] will govern.
2.8.1 The Authority’s architectural consultant undertook an indicative design of the Facility
(the “Indicative Design”). The Indicative Design is based on the Clinical Specification
but also reflects consultations with potential Facility Users. Drawings describing the
Indicative Design are available in the Data Room.
2.8.2 Project Co may, use the Indicative Design as a basis for its design, but the Authority
makes no representation as to the accuracy or completeness of any aspect of the
Indicative Design.
2.8.3 Project Co will be completely responsible for all aspects of the Design and Construction
whether or not it uses all or any part of the Indicative Design, and Project Co will
independently verify the accuracy of any information contained in or inferred from the
Indicative Design if Project Co uses any of such information in its design.
2.9.1 Project Co may provide commercial space in the Facility only if such space is approved
by the Authority. Any commercial space provided must compliment healthcare
objectives.
3.1.1 In undertaking the design of the Facility, Project Co will apply Evidence Based Design
methodologies to achieve the Project Design Objectives. “Evidence Based Design” or
“EBD” means that decisions about the design of the Facility will be based on credible
research, information derived from comparable projects, and information about
Authority operations, in order to achieve the best possible outcomes. The goal of EBD
is to deliver measurable improvements, for example in the Authority’s patient and
workflow outcomes, productivity, economic performance, and customer satisfaction.
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3.2.1 Project Co will apply the following five design objectives (collectively the “Project
Design Objectives”) in undertaking the Design:
3.2.1.4 adaptability, flexibility and expandability (as described in Section 3.6); and
3.2.2 The Project Design Objectives are integrated objectives and Project Co will apply them
on an integrated basis throughout the Design and Construction.
3.3.1.1 to respond to the key concepts outlined in the SMH Master Site Planning
Concept;
3.3.1.4 to support community access and include a highly visible main entry and lobby
(designed with appropriate high profile architectural scale and features) that will
form the main entry to the SMH Campus and the hub for SMH Campus way
finding; and
3.3.1.5 to permit the Authority’s need to enforce regional health care standards.
3.3.2 Project Co will consider all design decisions within the context of enhancing the SMH
Campus.
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3.4 Sustainability
3.4.1 In addition to the requirement to achieve LEED Gold Certification in accordance with
the provisions of Schedule 2 [Design and Construction Protocols], Project Co will:
3.4.1.1 design and construct the Facility using design methods, building materials,
operational practices, energy and life cycle considerations that promote
environmental quality, social benefits and economic vitality throughout the
Construction and Operating Periods, including by minimizing the Authority’s
operating costs (for example in relation to utilities and carbon taxes);
3.4.1.2 give priority to efficient use of resources, protection of health and indoor
environmental quality;
3.4.1.3 consider efficiencies and innovations that may be possible through integration
of systems within the SMH Campus to minimize operational costs for the
Authority; and
3.4.2 Project Co will use the following standards and guidelines as references in undertaking
the Design and Construction:
3.4.2.6 Sustainable Health Care Architecture –by Robin Guenther and Gail Vittori;
3.4.2.7 Canadian Building Green Hospitals Checklist - Canadian Coalition for Green
Health Care;
3.4.2.10 ASHRAE Proposed Standard 189- Standard for the Dosing and High
Performance Green Buildings; and
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3.5.1.1 design and construct the Facility to facilitate the delivery of efficient and
effective workflow and processes, and elimination of waste, within both clinical
and non-clinical service delivery;
3.5.1.2 recognize the value to the Authority of LEAN healthcare (or equivalent
methodologies) in supporting the delivery of Authority activities, and
accordingly will allow the findings from such methodologies to play a key role in
influencing design decisions;
3.5.1.4(1) include modular, generic, acuity adaptable rooms and spaces, where
appropriate;
3.6.1.1 so that it can accommodate the rapid cycle of innovation and change to support
development and implementation of new clinical and non-clinical work
processes and technology change;
3.6.1.2 to accommodate program, service, work and equipment change with minimized
utility infrastructure and Facility impact, including down time, and so that clinical
areas are acuity adaptable.
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3.6.1.4 with an infrastructure that incorporates excess systems capacity and includes
systems and components that support future expansion with minimized
disruption and allows for upgrades in Authority technology or technological
progression.
3.7.1.1 to include an interior design that aligns with the Authority’s clinical strategies
and service models and gives priority consideration to family and patient
centred design, best practice infection control standards, and safety for patients
and staff;
3.7.1.2 to include ergonomic design features throughout all spaces in the Facility that
specifically facilitate the physical activities of staff and patients, including for
example, appropriate millwork, lighting, lift devices, and patient assist or
equipment manoeuvring space;
3.7.1.3 to provide a healing environment (by including elements that have been proven
to create therapeutic and low stress environments), and create a comfortable
functional environment for patients, their families, and staff, by including:
3.7.1.3(1) design elements such as noise and light control, natural light and
materials, design for family interface; and
3.7.1.3(2) design features such as sound and music, color, pattern, air quality,
nature and view of nature, art and aesthetic forms, as tools for
creating an environment that will support and distract patients of all
ages and their families.
3.7.1.4 to include an easily legible configuration for Facility circulation, and an indoor
way finding and signage system that is simple, intuitive, and fully coordinated
with the Authority within the SMH Campus; and
3.7.2 Project Co will incorporate the following “Universal Design” philosophies in the design
and planning of the Facility to address barriers to equitable access to healthcare such
as cultural diversity, physical capability and gender:
3.7.2.1 Equitable use – the design will be easy to use by people with diverse abilities;
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3.7.2.2 Flexibility in use – the design will accommodate a wide range of individual
preferences and abilities;
3.7.2.3 Simple and intuitive – the design will be easy to understand, regardless of the
user’s experience, knowledge, language skills, or current concentration level;
3.7.2.5 Tolerance for error – the design will minimize hazards and the adverse
consequences of accidental or unintended actions;
3.7.2.6 Low physical effort – the design is capable of being used efficiently and
comfortably and with a minimum of fatigue; and
3.7.2.7 Size and space for approach and use – appropriate size and space is provided
for approach, reach, manipulation, and use regardless of user’s body size,
posture or mobility.
4.1.1 Project Co will perform an overall site planning study to understand the site context and
opportunity, to validate the Building siting, and to plan a seamless integration of the new
Facility to the existing SMH Campus within the context of the SMH Master Site Planning
Concept.
4.1.2 While a prototype approach to the design for a health care facility is desirable, tailoring
prototypes to the specifics of an existing site is critical for the success of the design.
Accordingly, Project Co will consider existing site constraints, infrastructure, unique
context and site specific master planning for adaptation of any desirable prototypes.
4.1.3 Project Co will design the Facility and the Site to allow for future expansion of SMH and
the Facility and, in particular, to allow for the addition of a building similar to the Building
to the south of the Site (as shown in the SMH Master Site Planning Concept).
4.2.1 General
4.2.1.1 Consider the impact of site development and Facility placement on adjacent
neighbours and land uses. Preserve visual privacy and sunlight for adjacent
properties and buildings, and include features that will give the Facility an
appropriate identity in the overall urban context.
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4.2.1.2 Consider the potential of retaining existing trees on the Site to reduce the
impact of the Facility on its neighbourhood context and to contribute to the
healing environment for patients, visitors and staff.
4.2.1.3 Consider the micro-climatic effects arising from the location and configuration
of parking, walkways and buildings, including effects of building entrance
orientation on patient, staff and visitor comfort and safety. Consider the existing
slope across the Site and its impact on site circulation, Facility location and
configuration.
4.2.1.4 Articulate the exterior of the Facility to create an architecturally interesting and
refined structure. Consider emphasizing the modular requirements of the
program in the massing and materials to achieve articulation, visual interest,
and human scale.
4.2.1.6 Consider the increased vehicular and pedestrian permeation of the Site with
pedestrian oriented walkway connections to the main entry from King George
Highway, 96th Ave and 94A. Reinforce the physical relation of the structures
with the major city streets of King George Highway, 96th Ave and 94A Ave and
create a legible site layout and pattern to foster a strong sense of place and
identity. Create vehicular connections between 96th Ave and 94A along the
building façade.
4.2.1.7 Design for the functional separation of traffic for emergency vehicles, visitors,
staff, and service vehicles.
4.2.1.8 Integrate vehicular circulation with layout of pedestrian and bicycle zones
throughout the Site to provide visible connections, promote safe travel, and to
minimize conflict between vehicles and other modes of travel. Design the
driveways to provide connections between the surrounding roads and the main
entrance to the Building.
4.2.1.9 Design for maximum access to the Facility. Provide separate and distinct
passenger-side drop-off areas at each of the main entrance to the Building and
the Emergency Department entrance as follows:
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4.2.1.9(3) Each of the main entrance and Emergency Department drop off areas
will:
4.2.1.10 Reduce the visual impacts of large parking lot areas by dividing the parking
area into smaller parking lots; and plant shrubs and small trees to define
circulation routes for pedestrians and vehicles.
4.2.1.11 Mitigate the nearby noise from King George Highway, 96th Avenue and 94a
Avenue through the use of exterior glazing. Where possible, provide
connection to the outdoors, natural light and the exterior environment in all
inpatient rooms, meeting rooms, staff lounges and alike.
4.2.1.12 Create meaningful open spaces both urban and natural for the benefit of
visitors and staff which provide opportunities for recreation and contribute to a
cohesive, healthy community; capitalize on opportunities for outdoor areas of
respite and repose to aid in providing a healing environment.
4.2.2.1 Design and construct the Facility with consideration for the legibility, quality and
consistency of the overall treatment of the public realm, including public open
space, pedestrian corridors and streets, to achieve the urban design objective
for a unified and attractive built environment.
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4.2.2.3 Achieve segregation between different open spaces through landscape barriers
such as hedges and planting.
4.2.3.2 Provide continuity of treed walkways for consistent sun/shade protection when
desired.
4.2.3.4(1) clearly identifies the Facility and it’s components including the
Emergency Department, main entry drop off area, surface and
underground parking;
4.2.3.4(2) clearly indicates points access for the public, parking and restrictions
for various vehicle types and restrictions to ‘after-hours’ access;
4.2.3.4(3) is well illuminated, backlit, reflective or high contrast and easily visible
at night; and
4.2.3.5 Without limiting the requirements of Section 4.2.3.4, provide all necessary
exterior illuminated signage along King George Highway, 94th ‘A’ Avenue and
96th Avenue. Design and construct such signage so that it is visible for drivers
of vehicles to identify at a far enough distance so that they can safely slow
down and follow the signage to enter the Facility and the parking areas.
4.2.4.1 The primary pedestrian systems, public open spaces, primary private walkways
and principal entrances to the Facility should be accessible to the physically
challenged.
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4.2.4.2 Use appropriate signage, markers, or other levels of wayfinding along access
routes to indicate to the physically challenged the route terminus points or any
required route changes to ensure convenient universal access throughout the
Site.
4.2.5.1 Provide lighting for public outdoor spaces and the adjacent private property to
create an unobtrusive, human scale lighting concept, with a hierarchy of fixture
types designed according to functional and security needs (including CPTED),
and reflecting the hierarchy of pedestrian corridors.
4.2.5.2 Light fixtures within the reach of pedestrians will be vandal proof.
4.2.5.3 Lighting on pedestrian paths will illuminate not just the path but also the
surrounding area adjacent to the path particularly en route to transit
connections.
4.2.5.4 Provide lighting to facilitate ease and safety of pedestrian access to public
transit.
4.2.6 Landscaping
4.2.6.1 Provide landscaping for the complete Site that contributes to the creation of a
liveable, healthy and responsive community.
4.2.6.2 Use large calliper deciduous trees and evergreen trees that provide seasonal
interest in association with ground covering shrub plantings. Use a variety of
plant material to reflect seasonal change.
4.2.6.3 Use large numbers of single species to help unify the urban character, create
recognizable spaces, contribute to site orientation and create a strong sense of
place.
4.2.6.5 Use flowering and fruiting trees to promote natural avian habitat.
4.2.6.6 Landscape open space and setbacks to include existing trees that are of high
quality, desirable species and appropriately situated.
4.2.6.7 Group plants to minimize the use of water, chemicals and fossil fuel use for
routine maintenance and to promote a healthy local ecosystem using
sustainable measures.
4.2.6.8 Provide elements of healing gardens to stimulate senses of sight, smell and
touch.
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4.2.6.9 Unify the ground plane treatment through the use of common paving materials,
tree grates, lighting and other landscape furniture items.
4.2.6.11 Provide and coordinate design for street furniture, including benches provided
at regular intervals for ease of use particularly for the infirm. Select products
on the basis of safety, comfort, design and materials that relate to the Facility
architecture and landscape design, durability and required maintenance.
4.2.6.12 Utilize a variety of scales, locations and orientations to cater to varied outdoor
activities and varied experiences of the staff and visitors.
4.2.6.13 Where possible use exterior steps and landscape features for the enjoyment of
staff and visitors.
4.2.6.14 Minimize grade changes for drop curbs and raised crossings. Drop curbs
aligned to pedestrian crossings.
4.2.7 Parking
4.2.7.1 Design and construct permanent parking for the Facility, including:
4.2.7.1(1) at least 90 surface parking stalls (55 new and 35 stalls to replace
stalls lost due to construction);
4.2.7.1(3) any additional parking stalls as may be required by the City; and
4.2.7.2 Design and construct below grade parking in accordance with the following:
4.2.7.2(1) design and construct parkade access so as not to obstruct free flow of
traffic in and out of the Site or onto adjacent streets;
4.2.7.2(2) design and construct a parkade that is capable of being secured and
locked when not in use;
4.2.7.2(3) provide adequate provision for ingress and egress to all parking
spaces to ensure ease of mobility, ample manoeuvring clearances,
and safety of vehicles and pedestrians; and
4.2.7.2(4) design parking levels and their vehicular circulation for ease of
expansion and connectivity to parking levels below planned future
development.
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4.2.7.2(5)(c) ensure the interior is well lit and paint walls and
ceilings in light colours; and
4.2.7.2(7) use way finding strategies, including signage, to allow each floor to be
identifiable and to assist in orientation and ease of finding/identifying
parking stalls;
4.2.7.2(9) lay out public parking such that it does not require a vehicle to back up
for more than 10m;
4.2.7.2(11) set parking lot layouts in an orderly and logical design to minimize
confusion and excessive internal circulation; and
4.3.1 General
4.3.1.1 The Facility will not function autonomously but instead will contribute to an
overall integrated SMH Campus. Accordingly, Project Co will design the
Facility to maximize opportunities for connections to the existing SMH buildings
and enhance the ability for the existing SMH buildings and the Facility to
function in a cohesive manner.
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4.3.2.1 Design the Facility to expand on and maintain the continuity of existing
circulation systems. The movement of public, patient and materials distribution
through the SMH Campus must be effective, contiguous and integrated.
4.3.2.2 Provide a level floor, interior, three storey connection between the Facility and
the South Building on Level 0, Level 1 and Level 2 (the “South Building
Spine”). Provide continuous clear or translucent glazing the full length of the
South Building Spine to provide natural light and views to the exterior. The
South Building Spine will provide separation of public, patient & staff,
equipment and material flows as follows:
4.3.2.2(1) on level 0 the South Building Spine will be a dedicated link for material
management services and, accordingly, will extend to the South
Building service elevator and will be wide enough to accommodate
service carts and trains, etc.;
4.3.2.2(2) on level 1 the South Building Spine will be a dedicated link for patients
and staff;
4.3.2.2(3) on level 2, the South Building Spine will have two separate corridors to
accommodate the movement of two separate and independent
groups:
4.3.2.3 Provide an additional level floor, interior connection link on level 1 of the Facility
between the north end of the Emergency Department and the existing
ambulance entrance in the North Building (the “North Building Link”).
4.3.2.4 The South Building Spine and North Building Link will be designed to provide
for ease of patient and material transfers between the existing Hospital and the
Facility.
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4.3.2.5 Wherever possible, design and construct the South Building Spine and North
Building Link so as to maintain existing fire exits and fire ingress/egress routes
from the South Building and the North Building. As necessary, modify or
replace any fire exits and fire ingress/egress routes affected by the construction
of the South Building Spine or North Building Link with equivalent exits and
ingress/egress routes as approved by the Authority. Any work required in the
Hospital or to connect to the Hospital, must be completed in accordance with a
Work Plan approved by the Authority in accordance with the requirements of
Schedule 2 [Design and Construction Protocols].
4.3.3.1 Design the Facility to provide seamless and accessible service connections,
and robust system capacity. Provide optimized utilization of building and site
services, and provision for future flexibility and expansion. Engage the
Authority in identifying optimal solutions to achieve these results, as well as
opportunities for innovation.
4.3.3.3 Any shut down of existing SMH services, or any work required to connect to the
existing Hospital, must be completed in accordance with a Work Plan approved
by the Authority in accordance with the requirements of Schedule 2 [Design
and Construction Protocols].
4.3.3.4 Provide any services that cross a building or utilidor with seismic mitigation and
building separation devices.
4.4.1 General
4.4.2.1 Design and construct all municipal off-site services to provide the infrastructure
necessary to support the Facility in accordance with the requirements of the
City and other Governmental Authorities, including with respect to sanitary
sewers, storm sewers and drainage, water and road works. Refer to the City
document entitled “P3 Proponent Information Package – Surrey Memorial
Hospital Expansion Project” dated December 1st, 2009 for information about
the City’s requirements.
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4.4.3.1 Design and construct all on-site servicing to meet or exceed the design and
quality requirements for the corresponding municipal off-site services, and to
meet the needs of the Facility.
4.4.3.3(1) Provide storm sewers and drainage network of a size, grade and
depth to safely convey all storm water.
4.4.3.4(3) The watermain system and the secondary water service will include
proper backflow preventers necessary to protect the municipal system
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4.4.3.5(1) Design and construct on-site roadway, including the pavement, curbs
and gutters, sidewalks, walkways, signage, pavement markings, and
traffic calming devices, that are handicapped accessible and wheel-
chair friendly, to provide safe passage between parking areas, loading
areas, emergency vehicle areas and drop off areas.
4.4.3.6(1) Provide lighting for on-site roadways, walkways and parking areas to
ensure safe vehicle and pedestrian traffic with respect to collisions,
personal safety, and building access and egress. Lighting will be
sympathetic to the existing SMH buildings.
5.1.1.1 provide a design layout that will accommodate changes to uses and functions
in the Facility with minimal required changes to the Facility’s structure and
building systems;
5.1.1.3 utilize building systems and components that facilitate changes in the Facility
configuration and changes in servicing;
5.1.1.4 locate permanent building elements, such as stairs, elevators and duct shafts,
to minimize constraints on changes to the Facility;
5.1.1.5 minimize interior columns for ease of planning and re-planning of care areas;
5.1.1.7 provide adaptability and flexibility in highly technical areas (such as diagnostic
and treatment areas), which contain many small rooms with stringent functional
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5.1.1.8 standardize the design and layout of recurrent room types, including but not
limited, to washrooms, treatment bays, patient rooms, clean and soiled utility
rooms, equipment rooms and patient washrooms;
5.1.1.9 consider the ongoing adaptation and reuse of the Facility as it relates to
sustainable building design.
5.1.1.10 provide excess capacity in vertical (and horizontal) distribution shafts and
plenums to accommodate service system improvements, new equipment,
digitization, Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS), and
emerging technologies;
5.1.1.12 provide building service systems and operations designed to minimize service
disruptions to areas adjacent to building maintenance and renovation areas;
and
5.1.1.13 provide a system where appropriate to accommodate access for raceways for
cable and fibre optic connections under each control and computer room in
medical imaging.
5.2 Expandability
5.2.1.1 locate primary circulation corridors to allow expansion without increasing the
complexity of the circulation system as a whole;
5.2.1.2 provide floor zoning that allows for expansion of programs or services, for
example by locating administrative and other non-clinical ‘soft’ functions
adjacent to clinical areas that are likely to need to expand;
5.2.1.3 utilize open planning to create soft zones responsive to rapid change and
growth by use of modular fit out; and
5.2.1.4 provide excess capacity in all building systems as required by this Schedule.
5.3.1 In undertaking the Design, Project Co will consider the need to protect the life safety of
all Facility occupants and the need for continuing services following an earthquake or
other disaster.
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5.3.2 Design and construct the Facility’s structure, structural components, non-structural
components, anchorages, and equipment to post disaster standards in accordance with
the BC Building Code.
5.3.3 Design and construct essential services including the electrical system, steam,
domestic water and medical gases to post disaster standards as defined in the BC
Building Code. Locate these services in utilities enclosures that meet post disaster
standards as defined in the BC Building Code.
5.3.4 Design and construct the Emergency Department so that it is capable of meeting its full
functional requirements for a minimum period of 72 hours following a natural disaster or
other incident. This includes the provision of all required potable water and sanitary
sewage storage. In addition, provide for connections on the exterior of the Building at
the Emergency Department to allow delivery of water by tanker truck and removal of
sewage waste.
5.3.5 Design and construct the NICU and ICU so that they are capable of meeting their full
functional requirements for a minimum period of 72 hours following a natural disaster or
other incident (except that additional storage tanks are not required for potable water or
sanitary sewage storage).
5.3.6 Project Co will design and construct the Facility so that it includes space that is capable
of being used as an Emergency Operations Centre (“EOC”) during an emergency. The
EOC will:
5.3.6.3(1) telephone – the EOC will have 12 phone lines and will be capable of
supporting teleconferences and videoconferences;
5.3.6.3(2) ham radio – the EOC will include a suitable area for operation of a
ham radio, back up power for the ham radio, infrastructure for 2
specialized antennas on the highest point of the Building and storage
room for amateur radio kits;
5.3.6.3(3) satellite phone - fixed or mobile (if fixed, provide infrastructure for a
specialized antenna on the highest point of the Building);
5.3.6.3(4) fax – the EOC will have 2 fax lines (one for outgoing messages and
one for incoming messages);
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5.3.6.3(7) televisions and radios – the EOC will have 2 cable or satellite
connections.
Project Co will consult with the Authority to determine all required infrastructure
requirements.
5.4 Architecture
5.4.1.1 General
5.4.1.1(1) The Facility will be highly articulated and transparent to break down its
scale, utilizing such components as glazing, canopy and shading
systems, as well as exposed structural elements.
5.4.1.1(4) Use wood as a featured material in both the interior and exterior of the
Facility.
5.4.1.2(1) Exterior materials will include high quality finish materials with colour
to reinforce entry areas, vertical circulation elements or significant
areas in the Facility.
5.4.1.2(2) Exterior materials will be high quality and durable. Exterior materials
should include wood cladding and soffits (subject to Section 2.2 of this
Schedule), stone or metal cladding, architectural concrete, clear glass
and brick masonry. Stucco will not be a principal building material and
is discouraged.
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5.4.1.3 Roofs
5.4.2.1(1) All direct entries into the Facility from the exterior will be protected
from snow and rain by canopies or building overhangs.
5.4.2.1(3) Entrance vestibules will be configured and sized such that only one
set of doors will open at one time in order to preserve the airlock effect
for climate control. Ensure adequate distance between the sets of
doors to allow stretchers and wheelchairs to fit lengthwise into the
vestibule.
5.4.2.1(5) Entrance doors to the Emergency Department and patient care areas
will be sufficiently wide to allow access for stretchers surrounded by
medical staff.
5.4.2.2(1) Locate exit stairs strategically for the convenience of staff moving
between related clinical departments.
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5.4.2.2(4) Provide day lighting and views from stairwells for orientation and
amenity, and provide adequate lighting into stairwells for staff security
at night.
5.4.2.4 Corridors
5.4.2.4(4) Corridors in patient care areas will have alcoves for storage of
equipment. The alcoves will be dispersed between patient rooms
allowing corridors to be kept clear of equipment and supplies. Provide
the alcoves with power outlets for charging electronics and data ports,
each at waist height for ease of access. Corridors will have recessed
rest areas for patients to promote mobility and activity.
5.4.3.1 Complete the Design and Construction so as to prevent the accumulation and
stagnation of rain, snow, ice and dirt on the horizontal and vertical surfaces of
the building envelope(s) appropriate for the climate the Facility is situated in.
5.4.3.2 Design exterior walls in accordance with the ‘rain-screen principles’. Include a
continuous air space of minimum 25 mm clear width.
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5.4.3.3 Ensure that materials and systems of the wall and roof assemblies contribute to
reducing heat gains and losses with minimal decline in performance over their
expected 50 year lifespan.
5.4.3.4 Ensure continuation of the air barrier, vapour barrier, thermal barrier and rain
barrier across the entire envelope including foundations, walls and roofs.
5.4.4.2 Seismic resistance capabilities will conform to the requirements of CSA S832-
06 Guidelines for Seismic Risk Reduction of Operational and Functional
Components of Buildings.
5.4.4.3 Design and select interior walls and partitions, partition systems and interior
finishes to comply with the following criteria as may be relevant for the
particular or specific functions enclosed:
5.4.5 Ceilings
5.4.5.1 Accessible ceiling systems may provide access to the ceiling spaces
throughout the system or at specific and particular locations.
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5.4.5.2 Ceiling systems will comprise a major component of the acoustic or sound
attenuation function as required in the spaces in which they are installed and
will comply with the requirements of Appendix 3D [Sound Transmission
Ratings].
5.4.5.3 Ceiling height will not be less than 2.7 metres above the finished floor in all
areas except for the following:
5.4.5.3(1) ceiling heights in corridors, storage rooms and toilet rooms will be not
less than 2.4 metres (except that ceiling heights in small, normally
unoccupied spaces such as storage closets may be reduced to a
minimum of 2.1 metres); and
5.4.5.3(2) suspended tracks, rails and pipes located in the traffic path for
patients in beds and/or on stretchers, including those in patient service
areas, will not be less than 2.2 metres above the finished floor.
5.4.5.4 For consistency with existing products and materials on the campus, all
components including tiles and suspension systems will be of an imperial
dimension standard.
5.4.5.5 Design and select ceiling systems and ceiling finishes to comply with the
following criteria as may be relevant to the particular or specific functions of the
space:
5.4.5.5(5) aesthetic and design qualities to provide a healing environment for the
patients, staff and public.
5.4.6.1 The floor and floor systems form a part of the interior space. Accordingly,
Project Co will provide flooring that is complementary and integral to the
functional and aesthetic requirements of the interior space.
5.4.6.2 Project Co will select floor finishes to suit types and concentration of pedestrian
and/or vehicular/wheel traffic to be anticipated;
5.4.6.3 Flooring designs and patterns may comprise a component of the “way-finding”
system of the Facility.
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5.4.6.4 Project Co will design and select floor finishes to comply with the following
criteria:
5.4.6.4(4) aesthetic and design qualities to provide a healing environment for the
benefit of patients, staff and public;
5.4.6.5 Non-skid flooring will be used in food service areas, central cleaning and
sterilizing, wash and change rooms, bathing areas, etc.
5.4.6.6 Patient shower floors will be provided with a positive slope to drains and be
flush-walk-in without ridges for water retention.
5.5.1.1 General
5.5.1.1(1) Design the Facility to mitigate and prevent, where possible, the spread
of infection including via contaminated surfaces and airborne
pathogens.
5.5.1.1(3) Design the Facility to consider ease of infection prevention and control
in future alterations, modifications and additions.
5.5.1.1(4) Design the Facility to mitigate the spread of airborne infections during
an outbreak by creating outbreak control zones as follows:
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5.5.1.2(1) Design the Facility in compliance with all applicable infection control
standards, including the following Authority infection control manuals
and policies:
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5.5.1.3 Surfaces
5.5.1.3(1) Ceilings
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5.5.1.3(2) Floors
5.5.1.4(2) If open shelving is provided for storage, the bottom shelf of such
shelving will be a solid surface to prevent contamination from the floor.
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5.5.2.1(2) for all patient care and treatment spaces (including washrooms) to
accommodate lifting and transfer devices; and
5.5.2.1(3) ergonomics design, consistent with Good Industry Practice, of all work
spaces including millwork, furniture, lighting, and finishes to eliminate
strain and injury to health care workers.
5.5.3 Elder-Friendly
5.5.3.1 Project Co will comply with “Code Plus, Physical Design Components for an
Elder Friendly Hospital, January 2006”, which identifies components that are
known to contribute adverse affects on functional ability and safety in older
adults, and additional physical design elements that go beyond industrial
building codes and standards together with corresponding recommendations
for elder friendliness.
5.5.4 Colour
5.5.4.1(1) provide departmental color palettes appropriate for the emotional and
psychological needs of patients;
5.5.5.1 As part of the Authority’s art program, the Authority intends to procure various
art works for display within the Facility.
5.5.5.2(1) design the Facility to support the Authority’s art program by providing
and identifying for the Authority effective and appropriate locations for
major and minor art works throughout the Facility;
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5.5.6.1(4) design public elevator and stair lobbies and public circulation routes to
be distinct from service routes and other non-public routes; and
5.5.6.1(5) orient all building plan directories to reflect the direction from which
they are viewed.
5.5.7 Signage
5.5.7.1 Project Co will provide all signage required for the Facility in accordance with
the following:
5.5.7.1(1) signage will comply with the Authority’s “Graphic Standards” and be
coordinated with the Authority. Take into consideration the Authority’s
“Wayfinding Workshop – Surrey Memorial Hospital” and the “Final
Artwork” signage templates included in the Data Room;
5.5.7.1(2) signage will be highly visible (day and night), clear, concise, and well-
differentiated from surrounding information, notices, advertising, etc.;
5.5.7.1(3) design signage such that the materials, colours, letter fonts, sizes and
other aesthetic and functional considerations, such as Braille, conform
to the overall way finding design system;
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5.5.7.1(6) provide signage that directs visitors to all patient destinations and all
other departments and rooms within. Prioritize patient destinations
over non-patient destinations;
5.5.7.1(7) orient all important signs, including all patient destination signs, to be
perpendicular to the line of patient travel on approach;
5.5.7.1(9) in consultation with the Authority, provide space for and install donor
appreciation signage.
5.5.7.2 Project Co will provide a space located in proximity to the main visitor
entrance(s) where the Authority may construct a feature to recognize donors,
and other supporters of the Facility.
5.5.7.3(1) a main directory, installed at or near the main public entrance to the
Building that indicates the Building in relation to the overall SMH
Campus and the location of every area and department within the
Building that is accessible to the public;
5.5.7.3(5) door signage to identify every space (e.g. rooms, alcoves, corridors
and stairwells) in the Facility. Door signage will:
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5.6.1.2 The structural design, including minimum design loads and general provisions
and material specifications, will satisfy the more stringent requirements of the
BC Building Code, other applicable or referenced design standards, loading
criteria required by equipment suppliers or construction technique and the
principles detailed in this Section.
5.6.1.3 Prior to applying for a building permit for the Facility, Project Co will have a
qualified second Professional Engineer licensed in the Province of British
Columbia perform a concept review satisfying the requirements of the
Association of Professional Engineers and Geo-scientists of British Columbia
Quality Management By-law.
5.6.1.4 Project Co’s structural engineer-of-record will perform field review of the
Construction at sufficient frequency and review of the reports of the applicable
inspection and testing agencies to verify that the building structures of the
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5.6.2.1 Perform the structural analysis of the Facility generally in accordance with the
provisions of BC Building Code, section 4.1.8.7; however, and as a minimum, it
is essential that a Dynamic Analysis Procedure (Response Spectrum
Acceleration Analysis) in accordance with the provisions of the BC Building
Code, Section 4.1.8.12, be used.
5.6.2.2 The structural analysis of the Facility will include a three dimensional analysis
accounting for all vertical and lateral loads together with all applicable load
combinations, carried out using a computer software program consistent with
Good Industry Practice.
5.6.3.2 Building foundation systems and site preparation design will be in accordance
with recommendations from a qualified geotechnical engineer registered in the
Province of British Columbia. Building foundations, including piling,
conventional footings, or raft slabs, will be designed by the building engineer-
of-record.
5.6.4.1(1) Use the following minimum floor design specified live loads except
where the specific use and occupancy of a space requires a higher
live load:
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5.6.4.1(4) Design roofs for a minimum net uplift wind load of 1.5 kPa for the
minimum snow and rain loads required by applicable Laws.
Notwithstanding other requirements, the minimum specified live load
for design of roofs will be 2.4 kPa (50 psf) and roofs will be designed
to accommodate concentrated loads from equipment, machinery and
features, whether roof or ceiling-mounted, including medical
equipment and patient lifting devices.
5.6.4.1(5) Design roofs for the superimposed specified dead load of roofing
materials, green roofs (if applicable), ceilings, mechanical equipment,
but not less than 1.5 kPa (30 psf) to allow for future re-roofing
alternatives.
5.6.4.1(6) Roof areas will designed for loads associated with the use of the
Helipad.
5.6.4.1(7) Design floors and roofs above mechanical and electrical service
rooms for a superimposed suspended equipment specified dead load
of 2.0 kPa (40 psf) in addition to the minimum dead load allowances
specified above.
5.6.4.1(8) Design floors for rooms designated for medical records storage or
compact mobile shelving for a minimum 12.0 kPa (250 psf) specified
live load.
5.6.4.1(9) Design all building elements, including overall building stability, for
applicable wind and seismic loads specified in applicable Laws.
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5.6.4.1(10) Climatic and seismic information for the determination of snow, wind,
earthquake, and thermal loadings on the structure is provided in the
BC Building Code. The strength design of members will be based on a
1 in 50 year return period for snow load and wind pressure, and the 24
hour rainfall for the Surrey area. Maximum exterior temperature
ranges will be determined using the 2.5% January and July air
temperatures.
5.6.4.1(11) Design the lateral load resisting systems for the structure based on
the effects of the factored lateral wind pressures or seismic loads,
whichever produces the more unfavourable effect.
5.6.4.1(12) The deflection requirements for all structural members are to be based
on the above noted climatic data.
5.6.4.1(13) The design loads for are to be determined in accordance with the BC
Building Code and the Structural Commentary – Part 4.
5.6.5.1 Design the floor structure to be able to accommodate one 130mm diameter
cored hole per structural bay at almost any location in the floor plate and the
design for the concrete floors should assume at least one reinforcing bar in
each direction at each core location is cut.
5.6.5.2 Design the floor structure with a minimum of one 150mm diameter knock-out
opening on two sides of each column for future use and the knock-out
openings will be in addition to any openings required for current services;
additionally the floor structure will be capable of having a minimum of six
additional core holes (100 mm diameter) per bay without additional reinforcing.
5.6.5.3 Select a structural system that will readily accommodate future changes for
similar design load parameters without the addition of structural members,
welding, noise, dust, or demolition should be a primary structural design
criteria.
5.6.5.4 The minimum primary structural support grid will be 9mx9m to accommodate
flexibility in the layout of the Facility.
5.6.6.1 Design the structure of the Facility to minimize the effects of deflection and
long-term creep.
5.6.6.2 Design the structure to meet the deflection limits of the BC Building Code, and
in accordance with the applicable materials design standards listed in Section
2.1 of this Schedule as a minimum and as appropriate for the non-structural
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components of the Facility. Notwithstanding the above, the deflection limit will
not exceed the levels specified in this Section.
5.6.6.3(2) for steel floor construction, the maximum live load deflection is not
exceed span/480 with the total load deflection not exceeding
span/360. The total load deflection is to include effects of shrinkage of
concrete topping slabs;
5.6.6.3(3) for steel roof construction, the maximum live load deflection will not
exceed span/360 and the total load deflection will not exceed
span/240; and
5.6.6.3(4) the lateral building interstory seismic drift will not exceed 1 percent of
the storey height.
5.6.7.1 Design the structural system to minimize the effects of floor vibration due to
use, occupancy, and equipment. Vibration is to be limited to acceptable levels
for the use and occupancy of the floors.
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5.6.7.3(4) The following table indicates acceptable vibration levels for various
typical medical and non medical Facility spaces:
Occupancy or Equipment Vibrational Velocity (1) Floor Stiffness KFn(2)
Requirements
in/s m/s Kips/in-sec
Mechanical rooms on an 4000 1000 Not Applicable
unoccupied floor above or
below an occupied floor
Office areas, waiting rooms 1600 400 250-1500
and corridors
Mechanical Rooms on the 1200 300 Not Applicable
same floor as an occupied
area
Computer areas; patient care 8000 200 500-3000
areas (daytime) – threshold of
human perception
Operating rooms and critical 4000 100 1000-6000
work areas; bench
microscopes up to 100 x
magnification
Bench microscopes up to 400 2000 50 2000-12000
x magnification; optical and
other precision balances;
optical comparators
Microsurgery, eye surgery; 1000 25 4000-25000
Bench microscopes at
magnification greater than
400x; optical equipment on
isolation tables
Magnetic resonance imagers 500 12 8000-50000
Value of constant velocity regions measured in one-third octave bands of frequency range 8 to 100 Hz. Based on ASHRAE,
AISC and ISO Criteria.
KFn depends on walker weight and gait. Ranges indicated reflect average to conservative designs. Average walker (150 lbs,
75 steps/min). Conservative walker (185lbs, 100 steps/min)
5.6.8 Durability
5.6.8.1 Design the structure and structural components of the Facility for a minimum
50-year life span.
5.6.8.2 Design the structure in accordance with all applicable material standards.
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5.6.8.3 Design the structure and structural components of the Facility to minimize the
effects of corrosion and deterioration due to the environment and use in
accordance with the following:
5.6.8.3(3) reinforce concrete for crack control and repair exposed cracks;
5.6.8.3(4) hot-dip galvanize exterior exposed steel; and steel protection angles
to exposed columns in loading bays; and
5.6.8.3(5) embedded steel protection angles and skid plates for loading docks
and garbage compactors.
5.6.9.1 Design and provide for support/anchorage of all Authority supplied equipment.
Medical equipment will be supported, anchored, and braced to resist gravity,
operational, and seismic loads in a manner appropriate for the functional and
service requirements for the specific equipment.
5.6.9.2 The design for medical equipment supports, anchorage, and bracing will be
carried out by a qualified professional engineer registered in the Province of
British Columbia. Installations will be field reviewed by the design engineer.
5.6.9.3(1) Design floor and roof assemblies to support the gravity and seismic
loads for floor, wall, or ceiling-mounted medical equipment included on
the Equipment List. Ensure that steel content of structural members is
compatible with equipment which is sensitive to steel content of the
surrounding structure.
5.6.9.3(2) Design the structure for the vibration limitations specified by the
manufacturer of the specified equipment or required by the planned
use and occupancy of the floor space and carry out in-situ vibration
testing when specified by the equipment manufacturer;
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5.6.10.1 Design all floor and roof structural framing members to have sufficient strength
and stability so that the factored member resistance is equal to or greater than
the effects of the factored loads
5.6.10.2 Design all floor and roof structural framing members to have sufficient stiffness
so as to remain serviceable under the specified gravity loads. The deflection
criteria is presented in the following table:
5.6.10.3(1) Design all structural framing members to have sufficient strength and
stability so that the factored member resistance is equal to or greater
than the effects of the factored lateral wind pressures or seismic
loads, whichever produces the more unfavourable effect.
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gravity loads and prevent undue stress to the cladding elements. The
deflection serviceability limits are shown in following table:
5.6.10.5(1) Various levels of structural integrity, ranging from the minimum level of
structural integrity as stipulated the BC Building Code to enhanced
integrity as determined by a rigorous blast-resistant design approach
will be considered. Design any structure and its structural members to
have sufficient structural capacity and structural integrity to safely and
effectively resist all loads and effects of loads and influences that may
reasonably be expected over the service life of the structure.
6.2.1 Refer to Schedule 2 [Design and Construction Protocols] regarding available Site
reports.
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6.3.2.1 Cause cast in place concrete and concrete materials to be inspected and
tested by a CSA certified testing laboratory.
6.3.2.2 Cause precast concrete materials and workmanship to be inspected and tested
by the precast concrete contractor as part of its quality control program in
accordance with all applicable standards.
6.3.3.1 Finish concrete floors with a smooth, dense, steel trowel finish with a Class A
Flatness Classification in accordance with CSA A23.1. Overlay toppings to
level floors will not be used.
6.3.3.2 Repair cracks in concrete floors and walls to suit the floor finish and long-term
serviceability requirements of the floor.
6.3.3.3 Water proof foundation walls for basement occupied spaces, including any
occupied spaces in underground parkade levels, to prevent groundwater
ingress. Construction joints will have purpose-made water stops. A perimeter
draining system will be installed around the exterior of the earth-retained
foundation.
6.4.1.1 Masonry construction may be considered for exterior walls and walls systems
where permanence of finishes, both visually and functionally, and ease of
maintenance are primary considerations in the exterior fabric of the Facility.
6.4.1.2 Masonry construction may be considered for interior walls and wall systems
when priorities include permanence and maintenance, sound transmission
control, fire resistance and separation requirements and security.
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6.4.2.1 Concrete unit masonry may be considered for both independent exterior walls
and in exterior wall systems as a structural backing to other finish materials or
systems.
6.4.2.3 Painted or unpainted concrete unit masonry will not be used as an exposed
finish in clinical or public areas.
6.4.2.4 Where concrete unit masonry is used as the exposed finish all exposed corners
will be radiused.
6.4.2.5 Masonry design and construction will comply with Canadian Masonry
Contractors Association (CMCA) Masonry Practices Manual and all applicable
standards.
6.4.3.1 Exterior wall systems comprising brick masonry as a finish veneer to concrete,
concrete masonry or metal framing will be a rain screen or cavity wall system.
6.4.3.2 Brick masonry below grade for exterior applications is not permitted.
6.4.3.3 Brick masonry in interior applications is to have integral finish and construction
compatible with the Authority’s infection prevention and control requirements.
6.4.4.2 Stone will be sound, hard and durable, well-seasoned and of uniform strength,
colour and texture, and free of quarry sap, flaws, seams, sand holes, iron
pyrites or other mineral or organic defects.
6.5.1.1 Structural steel, steel deck, and cold-formed steel stud design and construction
may be considered for building elements and systems, where appropriate.
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6.5.2.1 Design structural steel, steel deck, and cold-formed steel stud systems to
comply with the deflection and vibration criteria outlined in Section 5.6
(Structural Design).
6.5.2.2 Erection tolerances for steel construction will be in accordance with all
applicable CAN/CSA standards.
6.5.2.3 For steel floor and roof construction, the deflection of steel beams, joists, and
girders due to the wet weight of concrete topping slabs is to be considered.
Topping slab thickness may have to vary to maintain floor levelness tolerances.
The additional concrete ponding weight is to be considered in the design of the
structure.
6.5.2.4 Concrete topping slabs will be finished with a smooth, dense, steel trowel finish
with a Class A Flatness Classification in accordance with Section 6.3.3.1 of this
Schedule. Thin overlay toppings to level floors will not be used.
6.5.2.5 Pay special attention to crack control of concrete topping slabs on steel deck to
avoid random surface shrinkage cracking and radial cracking around re-entrant
corners and special attention to curing is required for concrete topping slabs on
metal deck.
6.5.2.6 Steel floor/roof decking is to be wide rib profile for ease of attachment of
current and future services, equipment, and fixtures using drilled insert
expansion anchors into the bottom of the deck ribs.
6.5.2.7 Steel floor/roof decking plus the concrete topping slab thickness is to satisfy the
requirements of a ULC-rated assembly meeting the BC Building Code fire
rating requirements. Spray on or applied fireproofing material is not to be used
to achieve required floor deck fire rating.
6.5.2.8 Fire proof structural steel floor/roof framing and supporting members to meet
the fire rating requirement.
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6.5.4.1(2) Load bearing steel studs may be part of the structural framing or may
be independent of the principle structural system.
6.5.4.2(1) Design, detail and construct load bearing steel stud design and
construction to comply with all applicable CAN/CSA standards.
6.5.4.2(2) The steel stud manufacturer will be certified in accordance with CSSBI
Standard 30M-06 and all applicable CAN/CSA standards.
6.5.4.2(3) The steel stud fabricator and erector will be experienced in the type of
work undertaken.
6.5.4.3(1) Limit maximum deflection under specified wind loads to L/360 (L/720
for masonry veneers), unless a smaller maximum deflection is
specifically required due to wall finishes.
6.5.4.3(4) Design steel studs to take into account the anchorage of other
materials being supported including but not limited to: sub-girts
supporting metal cladding and composite panels, soffit finishes and
the provision of lateral support at window heads.
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6.6.1.2 Provide rough carpentry, wood backing materials, backing boards for
mechanical rooms and electrical/communication rooms, roof sheathing,
copings, cant strips, finish carpentry and architectural woodwork, including but
not limited to exterior fascia’s, cabinets, casework (excluding laboratory
casework, which is included in Division 12), frames, panelling, ceiling battens,
trim, installation of doors and hardware, and other wood-related products and
applications as required:
6.6.1.2(2) as required for wood products exposed to view in finished interior and
exterior installations.
6.6.1.3 Use wood studs for non-load bearing framing in non patient care areas, subject
to approval from the authority having jurisdiction under the BC Building Code.
Wood studs will comply with applicable CSA standards for lumber. Wood
framing design will be certified by a professional engineer registered in the
province of British Columbia.
6.6.1.5 Provide acrylic plastic products as required for wall cladding, wall protection,
corner protection, casework finishing, trims, ornamental elements, and other
applications to achieve a quality of interior finish suitable for use by patients
and staff.
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6.6.2.1(2) For millwork and cabinets, seal all wood surfaces and edges with
plastic laminate for infection control.
6.7.1.4 Provide protection (such as insulation) to resist the transfer of heat through
exterior walls and roofs to create comfortable, liveable interior environments.
6.7.1.5 Provide resistance to the propagation and spread of fire for exterior walls and
interior walls designated as fire-resistance rated separations where
appropriate.
6.7.2.1 Dampproofing
6.7.2.2 Waterproofing
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6.7.2.4(1) Prevent air leakage caused by air pressure across the wall and roof
assembly by means of air barrier assemblies.
6.7.2.5(2) Use thermal protection materials of a type and quality that will provide
consistent environmental quality to enclosed spaces.
6.7.2.5(3) Use foamed plastic insulation that is CFC and HCFC free.
6.7.2.5(4) Minimum insulation values will be R20 (U-Value 0.05) for exterior
walls and R30 (U-Value 0.033) for roof areas.
6.7.2.6 Roofing
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6.7.2.6(2) Provide roofing assemblies that will withstand air pressures due to
helicopter approaches and landings.
6.7.2.6(6) If a green roof is used, design the assembly so that the system dead
load, measured according to ASTM D2397, when added to the weight
of the roofing membrane system, do not exceed the maximum
allowable dead load for the roof.
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6.7.2.6(8) Provide sheet metal flashings that divert water away from membrane
flashing termination and protect the membrane from deterioration due
to the exterior elements and mechanical damage. Provide roofing
membrane continuously under the metal.
6.7.2.6(9) Metal roofing systems, if used, will provide clear internal paths of
drainage to allow any trapped moisture to drain to the exterior and
avoid the staining of architectural finishes, forming of puddles, forming
of icicles, and dripping on pedestrians. In designing the Facility,
including any roof systems, ensure that entrance ways are protected
from sliding snow and ice and that there are no accumulations of snow
and ice in roof valleys.
6.7.2.7(4) Use firestopping and smoke seal systems that consist of asbestos-
free materials and systems, capable of maintaining an effective barrier
against flame, smoke, and gases.
6.7.2.7(6) When more than one product is required for an assembly, use
products that are compatible with one another and from the same
manufacturer.
6.7.2.7(7) Use fire stopping sealants and coatings that are silicone-based and
guaranteed not to re-emulsify if subject to wetting or standing water.
Do not use acrylic-based coatings and sealants.
6.7.2.8 Sealants
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6.7.2.8(1) All sealants and sealant primers used on the interior of the Facility will
comply with the requirements of LEED - low VOC.
6.7.2.8(4) For the exterior; use sealants to completely and continuously fill joints
between dissimilar and/or similar materials.
6.7.2.8(5) For the interior; use sealants (at frames such as those at doors,
windows and skylights), to completely fill joints between dissimilar
materials using one component, acrylic emulsion, paintable type.
6.7.2.8(7) Use sealants with self-levelling properties for expansion and control
joints in concrete floors using two-component epoxy urethane
sealants.
6.7.2.8(8) Use non-sag sealants for exterior vertical expansion and control joints
in masonry or wall cladding.
6.7.2.8(9) Use sealants that allow for minimum 25% movement in joint width.
6.7.2.8(10) In corridors and other traffic areas used by laundry carts, supply carts,
material handling equipment etc., use traffic bearing type sealants
suitable to support imposed load without deformation or failure.
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6.7.2.9(1) Protect the structural concrete floor slabs of parkade structures with a
traffic coating to prevent the ingress of moisture into the slab.
6.8.1.1 Except where wire glass is required in accordance with the BC Building Code,
construct interior windows and sidelights of tempered glass. For exterior
glazing at doors and sidelights, use laminated glass.
6.8.1.2 Doors
6.8.1.2(1) Provide doors that suit the intended function of spaces or rooms
requiring acoustic or visual privacy, security, special HVAC
requirements, fire-resistance rated separations or other closures.
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6.8.1.2(4) Provide patient rooms with hardware that allows the doors to stay in
an open position and facilitates casual observance of patients by the
nursing staff.
6.8.1.2(5) For doors into or between major departments or activity areas through
which cart, stretcher, or bed traffic is anticipated on a routine basis,
provide automatic activation by an electronic device or manual push
button, located to allow emergency access without the necessity to
stop movement. For all other doors through which cart, stretcher, bed,
or frequent patient or staff traffic is anticipated on a routine basis,
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6.8.1.2(6) Apply door sizes and designs consistently to rooms of similar use,
location, and configuration.
6.8.1.2(7) Avoid doors swinging into corridors in a manner that may obstruct
traffic flow or reduce the corridor width, except doors to psychiatric
holding rooms or to spaces that are used infrequently and are not
subject to occupancy such as small closets.
6.8.1.2(8) Doors may swing into patient bathrooms, provided they allow for ease
of patient use, both on their own and assisted by staff. Equip such
doors with appropriate hardware to allow the door to be opened out
into the room in an emergency situation. Alternatively “barn type”
sliding doors may be used for patient bathrooms.
6.8.1.2(9) Provide all doors with appropriate hinges, edge protection, and face
protection to minimize damage and resultant disruptive maintenance.
6.8.1.2(10) Finish doors and frames with a suitable finish that prevents dirt and
fingerprint accumulation, and can be easily cleaned and disinfected.
6.8.1.2(11) Be consistent with the extent of glazing in a door, or the size and
quantity of sidelights, and balance these between the nature of
observation required and the privacy requirements of the occupants of
the room. Where possible and appropriate, provide glazing in an
adjacent sidelight rather than within the door itself.
6.8.1.2(12) Provide glazing in doors and sidelights in such a way that they allow
patient observation and operational safety of the spaces they serve.
Provide sealed double glazing in aluminum frame sliding doors, sliding
doors to be without floor tracks, and be provided with emergency
swing breakout.
6.8.1.2(13) Provide doors and door frames with the capability to withstand the
varying and high levels of humidity and impact that occur typically
within a hospital and in specific rooms within a hospital, and maintain
their inherent aesthetic and functional capacities.
6.8.1.3 Windows
6.8.1.3(1) Size, configure, and adequately construct windows to suit rooms that
require daylight, views and/or natural ventilation.
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6.8.1.3(3) Provide operable windows (windows that may be opened and closed)
in all rooms and spaces where acceptable for the functionality of the
room or space, as described in the Clinical Specification.
6.8.2.1(1) Materials and manufacture of metal doors and will comply with the
requirements of the Canadian Steel Door and Frame Manufacturer’s
Association (CSDFMA).
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6.8.2.2(1) All wood doors will comply with all applicable standards, including the
Quality Standards for Architectural Woodwork published by the
Architectural Woodwork Manufacturer’s Association of Canada
(AWMAC).
6.8.2.2(2) Wood doors will have hardware and finishes that suit the intended
function and aesthetics of the Facility.
6.8.2.2(3) Construct, finish, and install wood doors to minimize the requirement
for maintenance and resulting disruption to Facility operations.
6.8.2.2(4) Provide wood doors in flush design, Custom Grade quality (as defined
in the AWMAC standards referred to above), solid particleboard core.
6.8.2.2(6) Install finish hardware securely to resist loosening over time. Fasten
to solid wood backing, except where hardware is designed to be
through-bolted.
6.8.2.2(7) Glue stiles, rails and faces to the core with Type II water-resistant
adhesive to minimize de-lamination or disassembly as a result of
moisture ingress.
6.8.2.2(8) Use B-Grade hardwood veneer with AWMAC No. 3 edge, finish to suit
the intended use.
6.8.2.2(9) Do not use wood veneer-faced doors in critical care areas for reasons
of cleanliness and infection prevention and control, unless suitably
finished to mitigate such concerns.
6.8.2.2(10) In locations requiring radiation protection, line doors with lead and
label such doors with lead thickness.
6.8.2.3(1) Aluminum entrances and storefront framing and doors may form part
of the exterior envelope of the Building.
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6.8.2.3(5) Incorporate in the frames drained and vented system (rain screen)
with a complete air and vapour seal, allowing any moisture entering
the frame to drain to the exterior and allowing air into the pressuring
chamber.
6.8.2.3(6) Use aluminum swing entrance doors that are heavy-duty commercial
or institutional grade that may be automatically operated, motion-
detector controlled.
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6.8.2.4(6)(c) Equip all in-swing doors that are required exits with
an emergency breakaway switch that internally cuts
power to the operator. No external power switch
allowed.
6.8.2.5(1) Aluminum windows will comply with all applicable standards, including
the Aluminum Association Standards (AAS) and the American
Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) field testing
specifications.
6.8.2.5(2) Incorporate in windows a drained and vented system complete with air
and vapour seal, allowing any water entering the framing/system and
the glazing detail cavities to drain to the exterior and also allow air into
the pressuring chamber.
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6.8.2.5(5) Provide assemblies that resist local seismic conditions and 1-in-100
year climatic events (with a safety factor).
6.8.2.6 Skylights
6.8.2.6(1) Skylights will comply with all applicable standards, including the
Aluminum Association Standards (AAS), and the American
Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) field testing
specifications.
6.8.2.7(1) Glass and glazing will comply with all applicable standards, including
the Insulating Glass Manufacturers Association of Canada (IGMAC)
Guidelines and the Glazing Contractors Association of B.C. (GCA)
Glazing Systems Specifications Manual.
6.8.2.7(2) Exterior and/or interior glass and glazing may be provided as integral
components of the exterior envelope, interior partitions and screens,
exterior and interior doors, handrail balustrades, skylights and
decorative and ornamental glazing.
6.8.2.7(4) Provide assemblies that resist 1-in-100 year climatic events (with a
safety factor).
6.8.2.7(5) Use laminated safety glass in single-glazed skylights, entry doors and
sidelights, or as the inboard light of a double-glazed skylight.
6.8.2.7(6) Mirrors
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6.8.2.8(1) Finish hardware will comply with all applicable standards, including the
quality standards of the Door and Hardware Institute (DHI).
6.8.2.8(2) Provide all finish hardware from one supplier that is a member in good
standing of the Door and Hardware Institute (DHI) and has in its
employ one or more AHC (Architectural Hardware Consultant).
6.8.2.8(5) Provide, where applicable, ULC-listed hardware for the required fire
rating.
6.8.2.8(7) For special areas provide hardware to suit the purposes unique to
those areas, as identified in the user consultation process as
described in Appendix 2B [User Consultation Process].
6.8.2.8(8) Keying
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6.9.1.1 Provide interior finishes that are capable of being maintained throughout the
Operating Period to the B.C. Health Authorities Cleaning Outcome Standards
(Version 7 – Revision A, issue date: October 24, 2007).
6.9.1.2 In areas where finishes and systems of installation will occur and water is
anticipated to be present as part of cleaning or other procedures, allow water to
collect and exit without causing damage to the finishes or substrate.
6.9.1.3 For areas in which wear is a concern, such as areas with anticipated
pedestrian or wheeled traffic, use durable finish materials able to withstand
damage and easily replaceable in sections if damage does occur.
6.9.1.4 Give priority to infection prevention and control in the selection of finishes for all
patient care areas. Acoustic characteristics of finish materials will also be a
priority consideration.
6.9.1.5 Select the appearance of finishes and colours to create and promote a natural
healing environment, prevent glare, and minimize artificial lighting
requirements.
6.9.1.6 Select materials to promote sustainability by, for instance, having low-
emissivity or comprising of renewable resources.
6.9.1.7 Select finish materials that do not use known carcinogenic material or
chemicals in their manufacture or disposal. Consult the Green Guide for
Healthcare Version 2.2.
6.9.2.1(1) Interior wall framing in patient care areas will comply with all
applicable standards, including the Canadian Sheet Steel Building
Institute Standards (CSSB1) and the Association of Wall and Ceiling
Contractors of B.C. (AWCC) Wall & Ceiling Specification Standards
Manual for materials and workmanship for interior walls, including
steel studs and furring and gypsum board ceiling suspension systems.
6.9.2.1(2) Use prefabricated non-load bearing steel studs for interior partitions
and furring with no axial load other than its own weight, the weight of
attached finishes, and lateral loads of interior pressure differences and
seismic loads.
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6.9.2.1(4) Consider in design, the differences in air pressure that may result on
opposite sides of the wall or partition due to factors such as wind and
other lateral pressures, stack effects, or mechanically-induced air
pressurization.
6.9.2.2(1) Gypsum board will comply with all applicable standards, including the
Association of Wall and Ceiling Contractors of B.C. (AWCC) Wall &
Ceiling Specification Standards Manual.
6.9.2.2(2) Gypsum board will be no less than 5/8” (16 mm) in thickness.
6.9.2.2(3) Use cementitious backer board (tile backer board) behind ceramic wall
tile in showers or other wet areas. Use glass mat water-resistant
gypsum backing panels behind sinks.
6.9.2.2(5) Use glass mat surfaced gypsum sheathing board wherever exterior
gypsum sheathing is required at exterior walls.
6.9.2.3(1) Ceramic tilework will comply with all applicable standards, including
the Terrazzo Tile and Marble Association of Canada (TTMAC)
Specification Guide 09300 Tile Installation Manual.
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6.9.2.3(3) For installations on wet and exterior surfaces, use floor tiles that have
the following static coefficients of friction as per the American Society
for Testing and Materials International (ASTM):
6.9.2.3(3)(a) Level Surfaces: Not less than 0.50 for wet and dry
conditions.
6.9.2.3(3)(b) Stair Treads: Not less than 0.60 for wet and dry
conditions.
6.9.2.3(3)(c) Ramp Surfaces: Not less than 0.60 for wet and dry
conditions.
6.9.2.3(5) Provide control joints and expansion joints in conformance with the
recommendations of the TTMAC Tile Installation Manual.
6.9.2.3(8) Set ceramic tile with latex modified mortar and grout with epoxy grout.
6.9.2.4 Ceilings
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6.9.2.5 Flooring
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6.9.2.5(4) Comply with all applicable standards, including the National Floor
Covering Association (NFCA) Specification Standards Manual. US
Federal Specification RR-T-650d.
6.9.2.5(6) Where epoxy flooring is used in wet areas, use water and slip-
resistant grade and prevent water or moisture transmission to the
substrate. Terminate flooring at the walls in the form of 150mm high
flash coves.
6.9.2.5(9) Use suitable flooring in patient and staff areas where cart or stretcher
traffic is expected or where cleaning on a regular or emergency basis
is necessary.
6.9.2.5(10) Use water resistant and slip-resistant flooring in public, staff, and
patient washrooms.
6.9.2.5(11) Consider resilient tile products for flooring in service corridors and
service areas.
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6.9.2.6(1) Design and construct the Facility to comply with the minimum sound
transmission ratings between spaces described in Appendix 3D
[Sound Transmission Ratings].
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6.9.2.6(5) Optimum sound isolation requires that the integrity of gypsum board
partitions and ceilings (mass) never be violated by vent or grille cut-
outs or by recessed cabinets, light fixtures, etc.
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6.9.2.7(1) Comply with LEED requirements for Low Emitting Materials Paints
and Coatings. In particular:
6.9.2.7(2)(a) Use eggshell or semi gloss for all walls, doors and
painted shelving.
6.9.2.7(3)(a) Use semi gloss for all door frames and metal doors.
6.9.2.7(4)(a) Use clear coat interior rub varnish for all wood finish
doors.
6.9.2.7(6) Ceilings
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6.9.2.7(12) Use exterior and interior finish materials with surface finishes either as
integral to the finish material or field-applied separately to the surface
of the finish material.
6.9.2.7(13) Treat exterior masonry materials such as brick and concrete block
with water-repellent coatings to prevent water ingress into or through
the material.
6.9.2.7(15) Use paints with a minimal VOC level in patient, staff, and public
interior areas.
6.9.2.7(17) Paint handrails, doors, and frames with a contrasting colour from walls
in consideration of the visually impaired.
6.9.2.9(1) Provide as required throughout the Facility pigmented gloss vinyl wall
covering presentation surfaces for dry erase markers, .61 kg/sq.m,
non-woven backing.
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6.9.2.9(2) Provide trim and other accessories including but not limited to wall
covering trim of anodized aluminum, low profile trim, plastic marker
dispensers, dry erase markers (set of 4 colours), low odour, and
eraser, magnets, clearer, towels.
6.10.1 Provide specialty products manufactured for the specific purposes intended, and
installed in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s directions.
6.10.2.1(1) tackboard surfaces that allow pin penetration of the surface materials
and have reasonable resistance to deterioration; and
6.10.2.1(2) whiteboard surfaces that allow use of felt-type writing instruments and
allow erasing and cleaning with minimal effort. Use porcelain ceramic
on steel surface, magnetic, scratch and abrasion-resistant and have
maximum contrast, glare control, and reflectivity.
6.10.2.3 Use non-toxic, water based lamination adhesive for tackboards and
whiteboards.
6.10.3.1 Provide compartments and cubicles including toilet partitions, change cubicles,
shower partitions, and other compartments and cubicles requiring privacy and
security.
6.10.3.3 Secure partitions and standards to the floor or ceiling structure, and in a
manner to resist lateral loading and impact.
6.10.3.4 For compartment/cubicle doors, use material matching the partitions and
include permanent, purpose-made hardware. Design doors and hardware to
provide barrier-free access.
6.10.3.5 Where appropriate and approved by the Authority, curtain tracks and curtains
may be used in lieu of doors.
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6.10.3.7(1) Galvannealed sheet metal will conform to ASTM A653 with minimum
ZF001 (A01) zinc coating. Finish in polyester, baked enamel or
powder coating.
6.10.3.7(2) For stainless steel, use Type 304 conforming to ASTM A240 with No.
4 finish.
6.10.3.7(3) For plastic laminate, use Grade 10/HGS GP50 scuff-resistant, high
pressure laminate, conforming to NEMA LD-3.
6.10.3.8(1) Where not adjacent to showers, change cubicle partitions will comply
with the above requirements for toilet partitions.
6.10.4 Wall Guards and Corner Guards, Handrails, Wall Protection, Door Edge and Door
Frame Protection
6.10.4.1(1) Provide protection of walls and exposed wall corners at patient care
areas, service areas, and other areas as required, to prevent damage
due to impact from traffic such as stretchers, equipment and service
vehicles.
6.10.4.2 Handrails
6.10.4.2(2) Select materials and shapes appropriate for the use, provide
continuous uninterrupted supports.
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6.10.4.3(1) Apply sheet wall protection to wall areas where the impact damage
anticipated is of a larger area of wall than would be protected by
bumper guards.
6.10.4.3(2) Provide wood wall bumper guards in high traffic pedestrian areas.
6.10.4.3(3) Provide wall splash back protection behind and surrounding hand
sinks, scrub sinks and housekeeping sinks.
6.10.4.3(4) Apply sheet wall protection to faces of doors where impact damage is
anticipated. Use sheet wall protection that complements the
installation of door edge and frame protection.
6.10.4.3(5) Secure wall and corner guards to reinforcing and backing in the walls,
such backing sufficient to withstand expected impact loads. Wall
protection will be high impact and stain-resistant.
6.10.4.3(6) Use wall protection handrails and corner guard products that are stain-
resistant to pen marks, paint, and graffiti, and able to withstand
commercial cleaners without fading or staining. Use products
containing anti-microbial additives to retard mildew and bacterial
growth.
6.10.4.4(1) Protect door edges and door frames in patient care areas from
damage such as impact caused by the regular movement of stretchers
and other wheeled vehicles.
6.10.4.4(2) Protect door edges and door frames in clinical and service areas from
damage such as impact caused by regular and non-regular service
vehicles.
6.10.4.4(3) Use bumper guards, crash rails, handrails, and corner guards that are
high impact-resistant extrusion conforming to ASTM D4226 and with
anti-microbial additive.
6.10.5.1 Provide individual and shared storage facilities in designated staff areas in the
Facility based on expected staffing requirements as described in the Clinical
Specification and as appropriate for operation of the Facility. Such storage
facilities may be metal lockers and metal locker systems of sizes, numbers,
and groupings as determined in consultation with the Authority.
6.10.5.2 For sheet metal, use galvannealed steel conforming to ASTM A653 with ZF001
(A01) zinc coating.
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6.10.5.3 Finish steel surfaces with polyester baked enamel or powder coating.
6.10.5.4 For single, double, or multiple-tier metal lockers for staff use, include a
provision for locking with padlock, and complete with number plates, and
hanging hooks.
6.10.6.3 For mobile storage systems, provide a high-density system designed to make
maximum use of available space by eliminating need for access aisle for each
run of shelving. Install and brace systems to resist seismic loads. The mobile
storage system to be either power assisted or to be easily operable without
undue required strength by any person.
6.10.7.1 Provide washroom accessories in all public, patient, and staff washrooms as
required in accordance with the applicable high quality hospital standards.
Determine the type, size, and number of accessories with regard for the
numbers and categories of users, in consultation with the Authority.
6.10.7.2 Staff and public washroom accessories will include the following:
6.10.7.2(5) mirrors;
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6.10.7.3(5) mirrors;
6.10.7.3(6) handicap grab bars (with integral tactile grip finish); and
6.10.7.4 Shower rooms or showers in washrooms will include the following accessories:
6.10.7.6 Use fittings with concealed fastening for security and discouragement of
tampering.
6.10.8.3 For cubicle tracks, use extruded, anodized aluminum, entirely enclosed except
for the track guide.
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6.10.8.5 For IV tracks, use extruded aluminum, anodized finish and entirely enclosed
except for slot in bottom. Provide IV carriers consisting of plated steel block
supported from four nonconductive nylon ball-bearing wheels and equipped
with 180-degree twist lock with nylon washer.
6.11.1 Refer to Section 7 of Schedule 2 [Design and Construction Protocols] and Appendix 2E
[Equipment and Furniture].
6.11.2.1 Provide ceiling mounted Waverly Glen X-Y gantry tracks with a load bearing
capacity of 450 kg in all patient rooms and treatment areas. Provide full length
coverage of the patient bed plus 1000 mm beyond the edges into the lateral
transfer zone. For patient rooms with washrooms, run the track continuous
(without gate system) from the bed location into the washroom.
6.11.2.2 In undertaking the design of patient lifts, consider the recommendations set out
in the following document prepared by the Authority: “Ergonomics Program –
Workplace Fraser Health: Surrey Memorial hospital – Tower Development:
Ceiling Lift Recommendations” dated October 2009.
6.12.1.2(1) tables, work stations, furniture storage carts and keyboard trays; and
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6.12.1.3(2) if used any patient care or treatment areas, have sealed surfaces and
be covered in upholstery material that is inert and will not support
microbial growth; and
6.12.1.4 In undertaking the design and construction of work stations, consider the
recommendations set out in the following document prepared by the Authority:
“Sitting and Standing Workstations: Recommended Heights, Widths, Depths
and Clearances” dated October 2009.
6.12.2.1(2) All casework will be modular and consistent throughout the Facility.
6.12.2.1(5) All epoxy resin material bench tops will be acid resistant.
6.12.2.1(6) Provide all lab benches with cabinets for approximately 50% of the
length of the benches.
6.12.2.1(7) Lab bench systems will hide and organize instrument tubing, electrical
and/or data cables.
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6.12.2.1(10) Provide casework anchorage that complies with the seismic restraint
requirements of BC Building Code.
6.12.2.1(11) Steel for cabinet construction for laboratory casework will be levelled
prime quality furniture grade cold rolled steel.
6.12.2.2 Cabinets
6.12.2.2(1) Cabinet parts and sub-assemblies (doors, drawers, tracks and back
panels) will be interchangeable in the field without requiring special
tools. Doors and drawers will be interchangeable with like-sized
cabinets. Cabinets will be constructed so that a standard height
drawer can be removed and two ½ height drawers installed in its
place. Likewise, a cupboard door or doors can be removed and
replaced by a like-sized combination of drawers or vice versa. This
interchangeability will permit rearrangement in the field of all
components in addition to being able to relocate the entire cabinet,
should changing needs dictate a revision in the layout of cabinets. All
cabinets to be enclosed with doors, lockable, hardware to be stainless
steel. Provide modesty panels where the back of the benches are
exposed.
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6.12.2.3(4) Use epoxy resin counter/bench tops and splash backs, to be provided
in minimum two different colours, black in microbiology and different
for the remaining use.
6.12.2.4(2) Corners will be welded, ground, polished and crevice-free. Joints and
welds will be polished to a uniform No. 4 satin finish. No filler or
solders will be used. Straight lengths will be one-piece with all seams,
including field joints, welded.
6.12.2.5(1) The leg frame system will provide complete independent rigid support
for all overhead shelving, undercounter suspended cabinets, service
cover panels, countertops, sinks and fittings including all mechanical
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6.12.2.5(4) Steel frame will comprise vertical wall channels and independent self-
contained pipe chase and leg sets which will allow for the removal
and/or interchange of work surfaces, and suspended under-counter
mounted cabinets and upper shelving. Determine pipe chase location
in consultation with the Authority.
6.12.2.5(5) Fabricate system from prime quality furniture grade cold rolled steel.
Form all components to create a rigid interlocking structure. All
services will be fully accessible through removable cover panels, no
special assembly tools are required. Bench legs to be fully adjustable.
All legs will have leveller bolt. Suspended cabinets will be
interchangeable and easily moved from workstation to workstation.
Adjustable leg frame modules will be capable of adjusting countertop
heights in 25 mm increments from 750 mm height up to 1100 mm
height.
6.12.2.6(1)(d) pegboards;
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6.12.3.1(1) all exterior windows (vertical blinds are preferred but other products
may be used if they provide equivalent privacy, sun and heat control,
are easy to clean and do not support or provide a surface that
encourages spread of infectious disease (i.e. do not become
electrostatically charged); and
6.12.3.2 Window coverings will allow control of exterior light entering the room during
daylight hours and provide privacy during daylight and non-daylight hours.
6.12.3.3 Provide black-out window coverings for all patient rooms in the NICU, ICU and
HDCU. Where window coverings are required for black-out functions, provide
materials, tracks, seals, and operation suited to that purpose.
6.12.3.4 Use window coverings manufactured from materials and mechanisms that
minimize cleaning and maintenance operations and maximize infection
prevention and control.
6.12.4.1 Use shading fabric of PVC or vinyl-coated polyester or fibreglass yarn and that:
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6.12.5.1 Vertical blinds will be a mono-control single cord blind system with rotating and
traversing action. Vanes will be of aluminum alloy with baked enamel finish or
fabric. Fabric will be waterproof, washable, rot-proof, flame-resistant,
colourfast to light, and fungal and bacteria-resistant.
6.12.6.1 Provide integral blinds in interior glazing windows and glazed sliding doors for
patient rooms in the ICU, HDU and NICU.
6.12.6.2 Blinds will consist of tempered aluminum alloy slats uniformly spaced and
100% interlaced between cross-ladders on at least one tape. Use tapes with
no special end rails required to attach the suspension members from the
window opening to the blind.
6.12.6.3 Use a hardware/window design that does not allow air movement from a room
to adjacent rooms. Openings in the glazing plane are not allowed.
6.13.1.1 Comply with all applicable requirements of the National Council on Radiation
Protection and Measurement (NCRP).
6.13.1.2 Provide radiation protection in walls, doors, floors, ceilings and windows as
required and appropriate to protect staff and patients from x-ray, imaging
digitizing, CT scanner, radiology, and other rooms in the radiation protection
shield.
6.13.1.4 Radiation shielding will be 0.9 mm lead to 2.1 m above the floor level as a
minimum.
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6.13.1.5 For sheet lead, comply with ASTM B749 Standard Specification for Lead and
Lead Alloy Strip, Sheet and Plate and meet or exceed Federal Specification
QQL-201F Grade C.
6.13.1.6 For lead-lined gypsum board, comply with ASTM C36 or CAN/CSA-A82.27,
Type X.
6.13.1.8 For cassette transfer cabinets, meet or exceed MIL-C-3673 (DM) Radiation
shielded.
6.13.1.9 For radiation shielded doors, meet or exceed American National Standards
Institute/ National Woodworkers Manufacturers Association ( ANSI/NWMA )
Industry Standard for wood doors and NCRP Report #49.
6.13.1.10 Fabricate radiation-shielded doors using a single layer of sheet lead with wood
core laminated on each side of the lead. Bond cores using poured lead dowels
at edges.
6.13.1.12 Lead glass or lead louvers occurring in radiation shielded doors will be
equivalent rated to sheet lead in doors.
6.13.1.13 For lead-laminated gypsum wallboard, use a single unpierced sheet of lead.
6.13.1.14 For sheet lead applied directly to partition steel studs, provide a continuous and
complete protective shield.
6.13.1.15 Provide radiation shielding barriers, mobile or fixed, modular and transparent
barriers to protect medical personnel by providing a full body shield. Provide
units with distortion-free, lead-plastic windows.
6.13.2.1 Provide walk-in cooler and freezer rooms, with freezer room floors recessed
into the slab for “flush” walk-in.
6.13.2.3 Design temperatures for cooler and freezer rooms will be as follows:
6.13.2.3(2) for freezer rooms: -10oC to -25oC, with normal operation at + 4oC +/-
½oC;
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6.13.2.4 Design floor, wall and ceiling panels to comply with ULC/ORD-C376 “Fire
Growth of Foamed Plastic Insulated Building Panels in a Full-Scale Room
Configuration”.
6.13.2.5 Design floor, wall and ceiling panels with tongue and groove joints to achieve a
maximum air leakage rate of 75 Pa oF 0.00 m3/h-m2 and a water vapour
permeance rate of 0.00 perms in accordance with ASTM E283 “Air Leakage
Rate Testing” and ASTM E96” Water Vapour Permeance Rate Testing”.
6.13.2.6 Design ceiling panels with internal reinforcing to provide a maximum deflection
of 1/240 of span under uniform loading of 20 psf and to support refrigeration
systems.
6.13.2.8 Allow for ceiling, piping, conduit and other interior dead loads imposed on the
structure.
6.13.2.9(1) Floor, Wall and Ceiling Panels: fabricated from commercial grade
galvanized steel conforming to ASTM A526M with zinc coating to
ASTM A525M, designation Z275, and finished on exposed surfaces
with manufacturer’s standard baked white enamel.
6.13.2.9(7) Alarms: Modulam MT, 1 local and remote to the BMS for each room.
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6.14.1 Elevators
6.14.1.1 Provide passenger and service elevators as required to meet the following
performance requirements:
6.14.1.1(1) Population: Provide elevators to serve the number of beds and total
occupancy above the main level of the Facility.
6.14.1.1(4) Waiting Time: Average waiting time will not exceed 30 seconds.
Maximum waiting time will not exceed 180 seconds. Waiting time will
be measured from the moment elevator call is registered until an
elevator arrives at the designated level.
6.14.1.1(5) Load Factor: All elevators will provide adequate service with a load
factor below 40%. Load factor refers to the number of passengers
transported by each elevator during one trip expressed as a
percentage of the maximum number of passengers permitted by the
Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators (CSA B44).
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6.14.1.5 Elevator Doors and Door Detectors: For all passenger and service elevators,
provide:
6.14.1.5(1) high speed electrically driven closed loop door operators that are
capable of:
6.14.2 Escalators
6.14.2.1 Provide two escalators (one ‘UP’ and one ‘DOWN’) between main entry and
level 2 of the Facility.
6.14.2.2(1) be designed to operate 24 hours per day, seven days per week;
6.14.2.2(3) have a rated capacity of 133 persons per minute at 27.4 meters per
minute;
6.14.2.3 Sound Level: The escalators will be designed to operate at or below 60 dBA
sound level measured 1500mm from the escalator at any location with the
escalator operating normally, free running or under load at the designated
speed.
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main shaft which will operate, stop and hold the escalator and its load should
the main drive chain fail.
6.14.2.5 Motor: The electric motor will be integrally mounted on the drive machine, have
ball bearings, be designed and manufactured for use with escalators, and
develop adequate starting torque.
6.14.2.6 Controller: The controller will be of the microprocessor type and designed for
escalator use. The controller will be non-proprietary.
6.14.2.7 Drip Pan: The escalators will have an oil tight drip pan under the entire length
and width of the assembly.
6.14.2.8 Steps: The escalators will have one piece cast aluminium steps.
6.14.2.9 Treads: Treads will be die cast aluminium or stainless steel, non-slip
construction. Aluminium tracks are not acceptable.
6.14.2.10 Floor Plates: Provide removable aluminium floor plates with stainless steel
frames.
6.14.2.11 Handrail: The handrail will be laminated canvas or other fabric with steel
reinforcing to minimize stretch, and will be standard black colour.
6.14.2.12 Balustrades: Provide complete tempered glass balustrades. Glass colour will
be standard clear glass.
6.14.3.1 Elevators and escalators will, at minimum, serve the Facility levels shown in the
table below:
All Passenger Four out of six Two out of six Up and Down
Group
Elevators Service Elevators Service Elevators Escalators
Helipad Level ■■
Mech ■■
2 ■■■ ■■■■ ■■ ■■
1 ■■■ ■■■■ ■■ ■■
0 ■■■ ■■■■ ■■
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6.14.4.1 Project Co will provide a computerized Pneumatic Tube System (PTS) that
interconnects and serves Facility departments with automated secure on-
demand transport of light materials and health care products. The PTS will be
a six-inch Swiss Log Translogic system that is seamlessly integrated into the
Hospital’s existing Swiss Log Translogic PTS.
6.14.4.2 Project Co will connect the PTS to the Authority’s existing PTS at the South
Building Service Connection Room. The Authority will provide PTS tubing from
the existing system to the Service Connection Room, and Project Co will
perform all work (including providing all necessary parts and components)
required to connect to the Authority’s PTS tubing at this location. Refer to
Section 6.10 (Connections and Integration to Existing Hospital) of Schedule 2
[Design and Construction Protocols] regarding Work Plan and other
requirements regarding work in the existing Hospital.
6.14.4.3(1) all necessary transfer units, user stations and carriers through a
strategically designed network of six inch tubing in a configuration that
is optimized for overall PTS performance. “Transactions Times” will
be at a minimum as supported through a pre-installation “Virtual
System Simulation” conducted by Swiss Log Translogic; and
6.14.4.3(4) four carriers for each station included in the Facility; and
6.15 General Administration and Support Offices - Demountable Partitions and Sound
Masking
6.15.1 Applicability
6.15.1.1 This Section 6.15 is applicable only to the General Administration component
of the Facility.
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6.15.2.1 Project Co will provide demountable partitions for those rooms indicated in the
“Schedule of Accommodation” for General Administration (included in Section
12.0 of the Clinical Specification) as requiring demountable partitions.
6.15.4.1 General
6.15.5.1 Integrate voice, data and security system components into demountable
partitions.
6.15.5.2 Provide conduit, boxes and electrical duplexes and integrate into electrical and
communication components.
6.15.5.3 Provide for installation of electrical, communications, and security system items
arranged so that wiring can be readily removed and replaced.
6.15.5.4 Boxes: Provide outlet and pre-wired device boxes in cavity of demountable
partitions for all outlets and devices. Provide metal junction and pull boxes
where required. Must offer plug and play electrical solution.
6.15.5.5 Conduit: Provide option for metal conduit in cavity of demountable partitions,
from outlet and device boxes to top or bottom of demountable partitions to
permit wiring installation and connections.
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6.15.5.6 Components: Provide all cutouts and reinforcements required for demountable
partitions to accept electrical, communications, and security system
components.
6.15.6.1(4) Face Panels: The following face tiles and finishes may be used:
6.15.7.1(1) Glass included in partitions will have aluminum glazing framing with
aluminum extrusions, 6063-T54 or 6061-T6 aluminum alloy. Frame
Finishes will be one of the following.
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6.15.8 Doors
6.15.8.1 For all standard offices, provide flush wood doors that meet the following
requirements:
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6.15.8.2 For all conference and meeting rooms, provide frameless glass pivot doors that
meet the following requirements:
6.15.8.2(1) Manufacturer’s specified glass with top rail and bottom aluminum rails;
6.15.9.3 Hardware Reinforcement: Provide frames that are milled, reinforced, drilled
and tapped at factory to receive hardware.
6.15.10 Accessories
6.15.10.2 Provide bracket design to enable other system furniture to mount to the walls,
on or off module.
6.15.11 Fabrication
6.15.11.1(2) Fabricate panels for installation with concealed fastening devices and
pressure-fit components that will not damage ceiling or floor covering
exceptions.
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6.15.11.2 Components:
6.15.11.2(2) Fabricate for installation with continuous seals at floor and other
locations where partition assemblies abut fixed construction and for
installation of sound attenuation insulation in partition cavities.
6.15.12 Training
6.15.13.1 General
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6.15.13.2(2) Octave band sound pressure levels in open areas, closed offices,
conference and meeting rooms will be as follows:
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125 52 49 46 +4 -4
250 49 46 43 +2 -2
500 45 42 39 +1 -1
1000 40 37 34 +1 -1
2000 33 30 27 +1 -1
4000 26 23 20 +1 -1
8000 18 15 12 +3 -2
6.15.13.3 Noise Generation: The sound masking system will meet the following
requirements:
6.15.13.3(5) Ducking/mute controls on all zones for page over masking noise.
System capable of 3 different dB levels per zone
6.15.13.3(6) Alarm: 4 distinct tones with variable frequency assignable to any zone.
6.15.13.3(7) Ramping clock: 1 to 30 day clock with 0.5dB to 3dB incremental steps
adjustable per zone for masking level.
6.15.13.3(8) Page tones: Tone generators for Telco confirmation, busy tone and
pre-announce tone for paging.
6.15.13.4 System Inputs: The sound masking system will be capable of receiving the
following inputs:
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6.15.13.4(2) Data: RJ45 input for LAN Ethernet for connection to desktop
PC/Computer com port for software download and GUI control
6.15.13.5 Equalizer Filters: The sound masking system will include equalizer filters:
6.15.13.5(1) on each output channel with control over 31 - 1/3 octave bands on
each channel.
6.15.13.5(2) that are integrated within the digital signal processing unit.
6.15.13.5(3)(f) Equivalent Input Noise: less than –85 dBA from 20-
20,000 Hz unweighted.
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6.15.13.6 Amplifiers: The sound masking system will include amplifiers that meet the
following requirements:
6.15.13.6(2) Audio power handling: continuous for speaker load plus minimum 3
dB margin (single or multi-channel).
6.15.13.7 Ambient Sensing Optimizer – Onboard: The sound masking system will include
an onboard ambient sensing optimizer that:
6.15.13.7(2) include one Model CLM8 (current loop microphone) in a 2- gang plate
for easy mounting into a 2-gang electrical box (by others) for use up to
1,000 feet from the DP8807 unit via CAT 5e cabling.
6.15.14 Materials
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6.15.15.1 Calibrate the microphone and related test equipment prior to testing.
6.15.15.2 Test, adjust, and balance the sound masking system with the mechanical
system and other noise generating equipment shut down in areas receiving
sound masking.
6.15.15.3 Test, adjust, and balance system until sound spectrum and levels meet
performance requirements specified in this Section 6.15. Adjust settings of
installed units, relocate installed units, or add additional units, if and as
required.
6.15.15.4(2) submit copies of all final sound pressure levels readings taken,
including accurate description of reading locations and test methods
and equipment used.
7.1.1.1 Project Co will provide mechanical systems (including HVAC, fire protection,
medical gas and other systems) that:
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7.1.1.1(7) are vibration isolated to minimize noise and vibration through the
structure or other components of the Facility;
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7.1.2.1 Steam, water, glycol and other fluids used within mechanical systems will be
treated to prevent corrosion, algae growth, build up of deposits, disease,
bacteria and will prolong the equipment life.
7.1.2.2 Pipes, ducts and fittings will be insulated to conserve energy, prevent
condensation, attenuate noise and prevent accidental burns. All plumbing will
be routed away from core communication rooms and server rooms.
7.2.1.1(1) Provide all required fire protection for the Facility, including the
Helipad.
7.2.1.1(2) Provide a sprinkler system and equipment that is designed for the
applicable occupancy classification.
7.2.1.1(3) Provide a double check valve assembly on the sprinkler system take-
off connection from the water supply. The assembly will be complete
with OS&Y gate valves on both sides and tamper proof switches.
7.2.1.1(4) Provide a fire pump, if required, with a transfer switch that is part of
the fire pump controller. Mount the switch package in a separate
mechanically attached enclosure that is approved by UL, ULC, FM
and CSA and built to NFPA 20 standards for this application.
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7.2.1.1(10) Provide zone shut-off valves that are readily identifiable and
accessible from the floor level, but not located in patient care areas.
7.2.1.2(1) Fire protection systems will comply with all applicable standards,
including the applicable NFPA standards.
7.2.1.2(4) Fire protection systems and equipment will be installed, tested and
certified by a qualified and licensed contractor, who is regularly
engaged in such installations.
7.3.1.1 Provide individual water, fire protection, natural gas, sanitary, medical gas and
storm services as required and sized to suit the usage needs of the Facility.
7.3.1.2 Provide a water meter, reduced pressure backflow preventer and independent
shut-off valve on the main water supply to the Facility. Calculate and submit to
the Authority the estimated maximum flow requirement for the domestic water
supply.
7.3.1.3(2) Refer to Section 5.3 regarding post disaster requirements for services.
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7.3.1.3(4) Provide the HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and medical gas systems
to avoid disruption to the operation of the Facility during maintenance
or repairs. Design the systems so that, as much as possible, the
rooms do not need to be entered when performing these functions.
All isolation, maintenance, balancing, and other service valves will be
located in the corridor ceiling spaces and will be accessible.
7.3.1.3(7) Label all systems clearly, including painting and labelling of all pipes,
ceiling identification dots, valve tagging, and emergency valve
identification signage.
7.3.1.3(9) Provide the water systems to ensure that water is supplied at the
required pressures to all water outlets. Minimum water pressure will
be maintained at 35 PSI to the most remote fixture.
7.3.1.3(10) Provide durable materials to allow for 24 hour a day operation with
minimal downtime.
7.3.1.3(11) Provide services with easy access and serviceability and to avoid
interference with other services during operation and maintenance
activities.
7.3.1.3(12) Provide floor drains in all mechanical rooms and for all devices
requiring these drains including but not limited to emergency showers,
reverse osmosis systems and backflow prevention devices. Ensure
all drain piping is terminated in floor drains.
7.3.1.3(13) Provide interceptors to intercept oil, grease, dirt, solids and aircraft
fuel (from the Helipad).
7.3.1.3(14) Provide a domestic water strainer at the incoming service into the
Facility.
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7.3.1.3(15) Provide the domestic water booster pumping system with 100%
redundancy (one redundant unit for each active unit) and a connection
to emergency power. The system shall provide uninterrupted water
service and constant pressure under all conditions.
7.3.1.3(16) Provide a domestic water storage and pump system for the
Emergency Department to meet the requirements of Section 5.3.4
(Post Disaster Requirements). Design the system so that water in the
storage tank does not remain stagnant and flows continuously in non
essential situations, and so that water delivered to the Facility will
meet the water quality requirements of all applicable Laws, including
the Drinking Water Protection Regulation (British Columbia).
7.3.1.3(17) Provide all systems to meet the infection control requirements of this
Schedule.
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7.3.1.3(20) Provide drainage from each dialysis connection point using plastic
drainage piping up to the point where the drain branch connects to a
main drain line where suitable dilution will ensure the branch effluent
is not corrosive to the main drain piping material.
7.3.1.4(1) Provide all drainage systems such that the system connects to the
Site drainage services, utilizing gravity drainage wherever possible.
7.3.1.4(2) If pile foundations are used to support the structure, all underslab
piping will be supported (hung) from the concrete slab above.
Hangers and rods will be of sufficient strength and be installed at
intervals to carry the pipe and load and maintain the required slope.
Hangers and rods will be corrosion resistant. Install light-weight fill
above all piping that is supported (hung) from the concrete slab
above.
7.3.1.4(4) Insulate storm drainage, domestic water piping, cooling water and
exposed p-traps throughout per BCICA quality standards. Where
piping and/or piping components are subject to freezing, provide
insulation and heat tracing. Ensure life-safety systems are not
installed in locations subject to freezing.
7.3.1.4(6) All plumbing drainage for acidic fluids will be of ‘acid’ resistant material
to a point where dilution, as a result of additional discharge from other
sources, reduces the acidity of the discharge to a neutral pH.
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7.3.1.4(8) Provide automatic trap primers in drains that are subject to losing the
trap seal.
7.3.1.4(9) Provide electronic trap primers with solenoid valves where usage of
plumbing fixtures is infrequent.
7.3.2.1(1) All plumbing fixtures will be suitable for a hospital facility. Fixtures
selected must have proven acceptable hospital performance from
previous installations.
7.3.2.1(2) Consult with the Authority on the selection of fixtures, and give
particular attention to performance relative to infection prevention and
control. To this end, the size and depth of fixture basins must be
considered. The depth will be at least 170 mm [6 ¾”] at the deepest
part. Small ‘bar’ type sinks are not acceptable.
7.3.2.1(5) Barrier-free plumbing fixtures and fittings provided where required will
be suitable for use by bariatric users.
7.3.2.1(9) Public toilets will consist of wall hung elongated bowls with an open
front seat and wired electronic flush valves.
7.3.2.1(10) Patient toilets will consist of wall hung or floor mounted elongated
bowls, an open front seat and manual high/low dual flow flush valves.
7.3.2.1(11) Showers and bath tubs shall be provided with pressure balanced and
high temperature limit shower valves, metal shower heads will be
utilized. Shower bases will ensure that the water is contained within
the shower area.
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7.3.2.1(15) Staff handwash sinks for nursing stations, patient care areas,
examination rooms, and other similar function rooms will be made
impervious durable material or other suitable material and will have
electronic hands-free type faucets with gooseneck spouts and single
temperature supply that can be adjusted and set to the desired
temperature.
7.3.2.1(17) Equipment cleaning sinks will be made of stainless steel with blade
handle faucets and gooseneck spout. Sinks will be large and deep to
accommodate proper washing of equipment.
7.3.2.1(18) In NICU, Paediatric Pharmacy, ICU and HDCU, provide for every 4-6
patient rooms, in accessible locations, a stainless steel surgical scrub
sink with integral splash back for hand hygiene for conducting surgery
or other sterile procedures such as mixing medication within
pharmacy. Hands free wired electronic faucet will be mounted on the
back splash.
7.3.2.1(19) Toilets will be of a type that can be used with portable bariatric
commode chairs as required.
7.3.2.1(21) Provide suitable quantities of janitors’ sinks, hose bibs, eye wash
stations and drinking fountains (or other sources of potable water
acceptable to the Authority acting reasonably) to provide sufficient
service to the Facility.
7.3.2.1(22) Provide all appropriate services and connections to all equipment for
patient care, laboratory and all other areas. Provide all accessories as
needed.
7.3.2.1(23) Sinks will be stand-alone wall hung type or have bowls integrally
formed into countertops. Drop-in or under-mount style countertop
sinks will not be used.
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7.3.2.2(1) Provide isolation valves for all plumbing services and clearly identify
the location of all valves.
7.3.2.2(2) Provide accessible clean-outs for all sinks and lavatories below the
flood-level rim of the sink. Also include provisions for clean outs for
future sinks and lavatories.
7.3.2.2(3) Construct working mock-ups (at appropriate heights) of all sinks with
faucets for review by the Authority during the design process.
7.3.2.2(4) Select toilets that will reduce the spread of infection. Size flush valves
for the water consumption of the bowl. Toilet bowls will not splash or
spray water onto the toilet rim or anywhere outside of the toilet bowl
and will be designed to minimize the aerosolization of the toilet
contents.
7.3.3.1(1) Provide a domestic hot water system with sufficient capacity and
recovery rate for the hot water requirements of the Facility. Allow for
expansion capacity within each system in accordance with Section
7.1.1.1(9).
7.3.3.1(5) Design the domestic hot water system to prevent growth and spread
of Legionella bacteria within the piping, fixtures, or any other
component. Design methods may include eliminating dead-leg piping
and minimizing uncirculated piping by connecting the circulation
system as close as possible to fixtures.
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7.3.3.2(1) Provide the hot water generating equipment with 100% redundancy.
7.3.3.2(3) Recirculate domestic hot water from the distribution system(s) back to
the generating equipment.
7.3.3.2(4) Monitor hot water supply temperatures via the BMS and provide alarm
outputs when the temperature exceeds the design setpoint.
7.3.3.2(5) The domestic hot water generating equipment will meet the energy
efficiency requirements of ASHRAE 90.1.
7.3.3.2(6) Domestic water heating systems will not use storage tanks.
7.3.4.1(1) Project Co will provide medical gases for the Facility as required by
Appendix 3C [Medical Gas Requirements].
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7.3.4.1(4) Provide new central medical air and medical vacuum systems with
redundancy so that if 50% of the units in either system were to fail or
be shut down, there will be no degradation of the systems ability to
meet the capacity requirements of the Facility.
7.3.4.1(5) Connect new central medical air and medical vacuum systems to
emergency power.
7.3.4.1(6) Locate all medical gas outlets in a head wall system that incorporates
medical gases, electrical and data outlets.
7.3.4.1(7) All pipe and pipe fittings will be in accordance to ASTM 88, de-
greased copper Type ‘L’.
7.3.4.1(9) Ball type shut off valves will be U.L. labelled showing the appropriate
gas service & pressure rating. Valves will swing out during installation
and have a quarter turn from full open to close.
7.3.4.1(10) Area zone shut off valves will be housed in a single box comprised of
multiple shut off valves with tube extensions, lexan glass door with
hinges and pull out opening ring. Provide pressure / vacuum gauges
for each service.
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7.3.4.2(1) Provide the medical gas system so that there is minimum of one zone
shut off valve per programmed area and a local alarm panel for each
zone.
7.3.4.2(2) All medical gas piping in normally inaccessible areas (e.g. behind
walls and boarded ceilings) will be clearly identified.
7.3.4.2(3) Provide the medical gas system such that each program area will
have its own valve box and alarm panels. Alarm panels will be
connected to emergency power.
7.3.4.2(4) Provide an alarm interface signal to the BMS for critical alarms such
as low or high pressure.
7.3.4.2(5) All piping, valves and filters will be factory cleaned and capped or
sealed to prevent contamination.
7.3.4.2(6) All departments will be provided with local valve boxes and alarm
panels.
7.3.4.2(7) Provide a master medical gas alarm panel to monitor all medical gas
functions. Remote alarm annunciation will be provided at a location
with 24 hour continuous monitoring by personnel. Provide an inter-
connected status and alarm point and signal to the BMS.
7.3.4.2(9) All medical gas systems will be certified in accordance with CSA
standards by an independent and qualified testing agency.
7.3.4.2(11) The medical gas supply system will be for patient consumption only. If
equipment and/or procedure(s) require medical grade gas supply,
then provide separate dedicated source equipment, piping, valving
and monitoring to accommodate that application.
7.3.5.1 Provide all specialty systems required for the operation of the Facility,
including:
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7.3.5.3 Acid waste, vent piping, and fittings will be suitable for the pH levels of the
waste system.
7.4.1.1 Project Co will provide heating for the Building either by connecting to the SMH
central plant or by providing a stand-alone heat source for the Building.
7.4.1.2 If Project Co elects to provide heating for the Building by connecting to the
SMH central plant then the following will apply:
7.4.1.2(1) Project Co will provide steam to the Facility by connecting to the SMH
central plant distribution piping at the South Building Service
Connection Room. The Authority will provide an isolation valve and
flow meter at the point of connection in this room, and Project Co will
perform all work (including providing all necessary parts and
components) required to connect to the Authority’s piping at this
location and to connect the BMS to the flow meter.
7.4.1.2(2) Project Co will provide for the return of condensate from the Facility by
connecting to the condensate piping at the South Building Service
Connection Room. The Authority will provide an isolation valve and
flow meter at the point of connection in this room, and Project Co will
perform all work (including providing all necessary parts and
components) required to connect to the Authority’s piping at this
location and to connect the BMS to the flow meter.
7.4.1.2(3) The Authority intends to increase the existing SMH steam plant
capacity to meet additional demand from the Facility.
7.4.1.2(4) Project Co will provide the Facility’s steam system so that it:
7.4.1.2(5) Project Co will notify the Authority within 3 months after the Effective
Date of the estimated maximum steam flow rate to the Facility.
7.4.1.2(6) Project Co will consult with and obtain approval from the Authority
before performing any work that may affect the operation or capacity
of the existing central plant. Refer to Section 6.10 (Connections and
Integration to Existing Hospital) of Schedule 2 [Design and
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7.4.2 Heating
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7.4.2.1(2) Sources of ventilation and/or heating that serve the patient rooms and
service spaces located in the acute care areas will be connected to
the emergency power supply.
7.4.2.1(4) All high points in piping will be equipped with air removal devices such
as air collection chambers and air vents.
7.4.2.1(5) Equipment and piping will be installed with adequate service space,
access panels and the ability to remove equipment for servicing or
replacement.
7.4.2.1(6) Isolation valves, unions and bypass piping will be provided to allow for
equipment isolation and removal without unduly affecting the system
operation or major drain down.
7.4.2.1(10) Locate services that require access for regular maintenance above
non-critical spaces such as corridors to minimize or eliminate
disruptions to the delivery of health care services.
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7.4.2.1(12) Utilize screw fittings for piping 50mm and smaller and welded fittings
for piping 65mm and larger.
7.4.2.1(13) Design seismic mitigation and building separation devices for all
piping that crosses buildings and/or utility corridors.
7.4.3.1(1) Provide all necessary space, ventilation and process cooling for the
Facility.
7.4.3.1(2) The design and installation will comply with all applicable standards,
including CSA B52, Mechanical Refrigeration Code.
7.4.3.1(3) Equipment will be CSA approved, and will meet all applicable
standards, including applicable sections of the ASME Code.
7.4.3.1(6) Chillers will have multiple individual refrigerant circuits. Prime mover
nameplate ratings for each circuit will not exceed 200 KW for groups
Al, A2 or B1 refrigerants.
7.4.3.1(8) Chillers and cooling towers will be designed and located so as not to
have an adverse effect on SMH’s mechanical systems or the
Helipad’s landing pattern.
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7.4.3.1(9) Provide chillers and cooling towers for ease of operation, accessibility
for maintenance, safety and appearance.
7.4.3.2(2) Provide water cooled refrigeration systems where required for the
medical needs connected to the dedicated condensing water system.
7.4.3.2(3) Provide sufficient space cooling capacity to meet the required indoor
design temperatures outlined in applicable CSA Standards while using
the July 2.5% outside design wet and dry bulb temperatures outlined
in the BC Building Code.
7.4.3.2(4) Provide 100% outdoor air for free cooling as the first means of space
cooling.
7.4.3.2(5) Ensure that no air within the air conditioning system, outside of the
central air handling equipment, drops below its dewpoint temperature.
7.4.3.2(6) CFC and HCFC based refrigerants will not be used in the refrigeration
equipment.
7.4.3.2(8) All high points in the closed loop piping will be equipped with air
removal devices, such as air collection chambers and air vents.
7.4.3.2(9) Provide equipment and piping with adequate service space, access
panels and ability to remove equipment from the Facility for servicing
or replacement. Refer to Section 2.5 regarding conversion of one
non-clinical level of the Facility to surgical/treatment type functions.
Provide chilled water risers with sufficient capacity to accommodate
this conversion.
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7.4.3.2(10) Provide isolation valves, unions and bypass piping to allow for
equipment isolation and removal without unduly affecting the system
operation or major drain down.
7.4.3.2(13) Locate services that require access for regular maintenance above
non-critical spaces so that there is minimal to no disruption to the
delivery of health care services.
7.4.3.2(14) Insulate all chilled water piping, equipment and accessories to all
applicable standards, including BCICA and ASHRAE standards.
7.4.3.2(16) Provide seismic mitigation and building separation devices for all
piping that cross buildings and/or utility corridors.
7.4.4 Ventilation
7.4.4.1(2) Design all ICU rooms to support invasive procedures as per applicable
CSA guidelines. Design isolation rooms in the ICU to support
bronchoscopy procedures as per applicable CSA guidelines and as
follows:
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7.4.4.1(6) Provide air handling units with sectional heating and cooling coils and
manual isolation valves that will enable isolation and repairs to the
damaged sections of coils without stoppage of the system.
7.4.4.1(7) For Class II and Class III areas, air handling units will provide
redundant capacity so that, in the event of a failure or scheduled
shutdown of one unit for servicing, the remaining unit will continue to
run and provide approximately 70% capacity to the affected area.
7.4.4.1(9) Provide dedicated supply air with HEPA filters for spaces as required
by applicable CSA standards.
7.4.4.1(10) Provide the ventilation system and all components in accordance with
all applicable standards, including ASHRAE and CSA standards.
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7.4.4.1(12) Provide fans with Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) for energy
savings under part-load conditions. Motor loads of 100 hp or greater
will be provided with reduced voltage motor starter acceptable to BC
Hydro.
7.4.4.1(13) Provide an indirect and/or direct heat recovery system on the general
exhaust air systems where energy savings are possible.
7.4.4.1(14) Provide an exhaust air system suitable for the laboratory requirements
and any other special venting requirements as per CSA standards.
These systems will be interlocked with the supply air systems.
7.4.4.2(2) Locate fans, common filters (e.g. HEPA), and other equipment in the
central mechanical rooms. Allow for adequate clearance for service
access.
7.4.4.2(3) Provide exhaust systems with bag in – bag out filters and 100%
redundancy for isolation room exhaust systems.
7.4.4.2(4) All equipment for supply air, return air and general exhaust systems
that will be located exterior to the Building and will be designed and
constructed to with-stand the exposure to outdoor conditions.
7.4.4.2(7) Provide fresh air intakes, cooling coil drain pans, air handling units,
duct mounted humidifiers, ductwork, and all other interconnected
components to prevent moisture or contaminants from collecting
within the system. Provide sufficient access panels to allow for
inspection and cleaning.
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7.4.4.2(8) Fresh air intakes will be located to not entrain contaminants from
outdoor sources including existing Hospital exhaust points. All intakes
will be located in areas that are not accessible by the public and will
not be located near exhaust air outlets. Take into account the location
of the Helipad and ensure that fumes from the Helipad are not
introduced into the Building or adjacent buildings’ fresh air intakes.
Perform computer modelling to support the placement of intakes.
7.4.4.2(9) All supply, return, and exhaust air will be fully ducted to the space
being served. Ceiling area may not be used as return air plenums.
7.4.4.2(10) Locate services that require access for regular maintenance above
non-critical spaces so that there is minimal disruption to the delivery of
health care services.
7.4.4.2(11) Insulate all ductwork to all applicable standards, including BCICA and
ASHRAE standards.
7.4.4.2(12) Provide seismic mitigation and building separation devices for all
ductwork that crossings buildings and/or utility corridors.
7.4.5.1(1) All exhausted air will be discharged to ensure that there is no cross
contamination with outdoor air intakes for the Building and for existing
SMH buildings.
7.4.5.1(2) Provide exhaust fans and locate them at the end of the exhaust
ductwork systems. Ensure that the fans will be readily serviceable
and are separated from spaces that house other mechanical
equipment.
7.4.5.1(3) Provide exhaust systems for enclosed parking areas controlled by co-
monitors tied to BMS.
7.4.5.2(1) Isolation rooms and their associated washrooms will be provided with
dedicated exhaust systems with 100% redundancy. HEPA filters will
be provided in the exhaust ductwork in readily accessible locations for
servicing.
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7.4.6.1 Provide all required system meters, and trend logging equipment sensors to
comply with and fulfill the energy measurement and verification requirements
set out in Appendix 2D [Energy].
7.4.7.1(3) All hung equipment will utilize spring isolators designed for the weight
and vibration characteristics of the equipment.
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7.6.1 Controls
7.6.1.1(1) Provide a building management system (“BMS”) for the Facility that
performs the following functions:
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7.6.1.2 Design the controls systems to allow monitoring and operation of the Facility
from a BMS location in the Facility. Display building related alarms at the Help
Desk.
7.6.1.3 The BMS will be a completely integrated (front-end and back-end) Native
BacNET DDC system.
7.6.1.4 The BMS will be non-proprietary and designed with open protocol.
7.6.1.5 The BMS will optimize the system performance under all operating conditions
to minimize Facility energy usage.
7.6.1.6 The BMS will accommodate future technological changes and the architecture
of the BMS will permit expansion of the system for future renovations.
7.6.1.7 The BMS will be an independent system separate from the fire alarm and other
control systems.
7.6.1.8 The BMS will be provided as a complete package from one manufacturer, not a
composite system from several manufacturers and will be compatible with the
existing SMH system.
7.6.1.9 Provide airflow sensors and infectious control isolation dampers in ductwork to
ensure isolation can be achieved for each of the care team station zone.
Provide local audio and visual alarms at these stations in addition to the BMS
alarms.
7.6.1.10 Provide a separate physical network and any required network equipment for
the BMS.
7.6.2.1 Zoning for HVAC systems will be based on occupancy, room location within the
Facility, room orientation, and room heating and cooling loads. Provide
independent zone for each patient care room. For non patient care areas, a
maximum of 3 rooms will be on one zone. Configure zoning to minimize
reaheat/recool.
7.6.2.2 Zone floor areas to provide control of smoke in a fire situation as required by
B.C. Building Code. Zone floor areas to ensure infection control for each of the
care team stations.
7.6.2.3 Provide adjustable type thermostats (of a type approved by the Authority) in all
patient rooms with temperature read out. The temperature range will be
controlled by the BMS.
7.6.2.4 Provide local pressure control for each isolation room and anteroom. Provide a
local annunciator panel located in the corridor outside each of these rooms.
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7.6.2.7 The BMS will monitor, control, indicate alarms, and provide trending where
applicable for all connected sensors and control points.
7.6.2.9 The BMS will monitor critical alarms for essential building and life safety
systems. Critical alarms include:
7.6.2.9(4) medical gas system high and low pressure alarms; and
7.6.2.10 The BMS documentation will include a detailed narrative description of the
sequence of operation of each system.
7.6.2.11 User interface will be graphical in nature with animated graphics to indicate
equipment operation. Graphics will be grouped in systems and in departments.
7.7.1 General
7.7.1.1(1) All electrical systems, materials and equipment will be of a type and
quality intended for use in a health care facility. Configure electrical
systems to meet requirements of the identified program and patient
care needs in an efficient manner, with optimal utilization of space,
staff and equipment resources.
7.7.1.1(2) Provide electrical systems that: allow the Authority to deliver the
program described in the Clinical Specification; and provide
redundancy, protection, continuity of service and a comfortable and
safe working environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
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7.7.1.1(4) Incorporate into the design and construction the principle that change
will be a constant and inevitable fact within the Facility. Completed
electrical systems will permit change while minimizing the cost of
change and the amount of interruption to the regular Facility activities.
7.7.1.1(6) Ensure all new electrical systems and equipment are compatible with
the existing SMH systems.
7.7.1.2(2) Implement the latest proven technologies in the design of the electrical
systems and equipment.
7.7.1.2(3) Incorporate redundancy into the electrical system design such that
failure of any electrical equipment or feeder will not impair Facility
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7.7.1.2(4) Design and construct all systems with protection, grounding, isolation
and control to address the functional requirements where they are
located.
7.7.2.1(1) Use wiring methods, materials and devices that result in a safe
reliable and flexible electrical power, lighting control, communication,
data, and life safety system.
7.7.2.1(2) Install all wiring in a neat and secure manner so that it is protected
from damage, is not in conflict with mechanical or architectural
components and allows for future changes and additions.
7.7.2.2(1) Utilize non-alloyed copper for all conductors and all conducting
components of electrical equipment, which form part of the Facility’s
wiring systems. Minimum conductor size will be #12AWG. Aluminum
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7.7.2.2(3) Provide panel boards, feeders and branch circuiting with double
neutral(s) capacity where significant non-linear load(s) are anticipated.
This includes open office and other areas with a medium to high
density of personal computers.
7.7.2.2(4) Conceal all wiring and wiring support systems from public view except
where approved by the Authority.
7.7.2.2(5) Separate all wiring for systems of different voltages and from different
sources and do not run in common raceways. Maintain adequate
shielding and separation between wiring for power and communication
systems to prevent interference.
7.7.2.2(6) Identify system voltage, phase, neutral and grounding of all pull boxes,
junction boxes, conduits and wiring. Provide additional colour coding
for wiring and “P Touch” self adhesive labelling for receptacles and
switches.
7.7.2.2(8) Utilize smooth nylon cover plates for receptacles and switches.
Grouped receptacles and switches will have a single cover plate for
the whole group.
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7.7.2.2(13) Utilize NEMA 5-20RA 15/20Amp style receptacles for fax machines,
printers and copiers. Provide separate dedicated circuits for each fax
machine, printer and copier.
7.7.2.2(15) Provide a minimum of one power outlet on each wall in all offices and
rooms and no less than 3 receptacles in each office and room.
7.7.2.2(16) Provide a minimum of one 15Amp circuit per four open office
workstations.
7.7.2.2(17) Provide a minimum of one 15Amp circuit per two enclosed offices for
workstations.
7.7.2.2(18) Provide each single occupancy office with a minimum of three duplex
receptacles.
7.7.2.2(23) In each care team station, provide one double duplex receptacle
spaced 1m on centre below work counters in knee space or above
counter if no knee space is provided. 50% of these receptacles will be
fed from emergency power (vital) and the remainder connected to
conditional power.
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7.7.2.2(25) Provide each patient room with special purpose receptacles for
LASER equipment or other special equipment and connect to
emergency power (vital).
7.7.2.2(26) Provide two duplex receptacles at each patient treatment bed or care
location in patient care areas defined by CSA Z32 as Basic Care Area,
and connect one of the receptacles to emergency power (vital).
7.7.2.2(27) Provide six duplex receptacles per patient care location in patient care
areas defined by CSA Z32 as Intermediate Care Area, and connect
three of the receptacles to emergency power (vital).
7.7.2.2(28) Provide twelve duplex receptacles per patient care locations defined
by CSA Z32 as Critical Care Area, and connect 75% of these
receptacles to emergency power (vital). Remainder of receptacles will
be connected to conditional power.
7.7.2.2(29) Provide one duplex receptacle for each electric bed where applicable
in all patient care areas and connect to emergency power (vital).
7.7.2.2(31) Provide one duplex receptacle for every 35 square meters, or portion
thereof, of service, housekeeping and storage space. A minimum of
one duplex receptacle will be provided per room.
7.7.2.2(34) Install approved fire stopping to maintain all fire separations and as
required by local Governmental Authorities.
7.7.3 Raceways
7.7.3.1(1) Provide raceways for all wiring and cabling to support, protect and
organize all wiring and cabling systems.
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7.7.3.1(2) Design raceways to provide ease of access and install with capacity
for expansion and change, consistent with the requirements of the
equipment and systems that they serve.
7.7.3.1(3) Install all raceways in a neat and secure manner in such a way that it
is protected from damage, is not in conflict with mechanical or
architectural components and allows for future changes and additions.
7.7.3.1(8) Minimum EMT conduit size is 21mm (3/4”), except that minimum EMT
conduit size for telephone and data drops is 27mm (1”).
7.7.3.1(10) Minimum flexible conduit size is 21mm (3/4”) and maximum length of
any flexible conduit run is 1.5 metres.
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7.7.3.1(11) Armoured cable (BX) may be used only for final connections from
concealed junction boxes to lighting fixtures on suspended ceilings.
The maximum length of any individual piece of BX cable is 3.0 metres.
7.7.3.1(12) Use rigid PVC conduits for the underground portion of services to
lighting and power outlets located outside of the Building.
7.7.3.1(14) Provide cable trays for installation of all low tension wiring for data,
telephone, public address and other such systems. Install cable trays
from communication rooms and above all corridors. If cable trays
pass through walls with fire resistance ratings, provide removable
“pillow type” or “brick type” fire stopping to allow easy installation of
cables in the future.
7.7.3.1(15) Cable tray will be aluminum or steel wire mesh, ladder type with
manufactured fittings. Provide continuous #6AWG minimum bare
copper ground wire in the tray. Provide #6AWG bare copper bonding
jumper between the cable tray and every associated conduit to ensure
continuous bond between tray and low tension raceways.
7.7.3.1(16) Identify all conduits, raceways, pull boxes, and junction boxes using
painted colour bands. Colouring scheme will be determined by the
Authority at a later date. Provide power, lighting, fire alarm, Nurse
Call, paging, BMS, 600 volt systems etc. with unique colours in
accordance with the colouring scheme. Major colour to be 100 mm
wide and minor colour to be 50 mm wide. Identify raceways with
coloured bands (using either spray paint or coloured duct tape) at
intervals of 6 m, plus at the point where the raceway enters a wall or
floor (i.e. raceway is identified on both sides of a penetration to
facilitate tracing of raceway). Colour-code all junction boxes using
spray paint on the cover. Neatly identify the relevant system and
circuit ID using permanent marker pen. Identify parallel conduit runs
at common locations. Indicate the location of conductors encased or
embedded in concrete or masonry by acceptable permanent markers
set in the walls, floors, or ceilings.
7.7.3.2(2) Design and install raceways without sharp edges or sharp bends so
that cables can be pulled in or laid in and removed without damage to
the cables.
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7.7.3.2(3) Provide all cable trays with minimum 70% spare capacity for the
installation of future cables. If multiple raceways are required in a
group, such as a duct bank or tray system interconnecting two or more
major areas, provide matching empty raceway equal to a minimum of
50% of the capacity of the total installed group.
7.7.3.2(4) Provide a minimum of two spare 103 mm conduits from the main
electrical room to each sub-distribution room.
7.7.3.2(5) Install all conduits in finished areas within finished walls and above
finished ceilings.
7.7.3.2(6) Provide bonding conductor within the metallic raceways and bond
raceways continuously.
7.7.4.1(1) Provide electrical power to the Facility via three services from the
existing South Building’s main electrical room. One service will
provide utility power while the other services will provide vital and
delayed vital power.
7.7.4.1(2) Design and provide switchgear and substations for incoming services
(normal – 25KV, vital and delayed vital – 5KV) with manual tie-switch
over to the alternate supply should the primary supply fail.
7.7.4.1(3) Provide conditional power distribution for the Facility with the ability to
transfer the load onto the emergency distribution(s) in accordance with
CSA Z32 requirements.
7.7.4.1(4) The capacity and design of services will anticipate the need for future
expansion to accommodate projected future growth of the Facility and
the connected load. Include six spare conduits from the Authority’s
junction boxes to the Facility’s service transformer location.
7.7.4.1(5) The Authority will provide metering for normal and emergency power
services for the Facility at the main electrical room of the South
Building.
7.7.4.1(6) Do not exceed the following values for maximum electrical demand
requirements without power requirements without the Authority’s prior
approval:
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7.7.4.1(7) The main electrical service will consist of three transformers of equal
kVA capacity, namely – normal, vital and delayed vital. Base
transformer size on the maximum anticipated demand load plus 45%
spare capacity (to allow for a potential 20% expansion plus 25% spare
as required by Section 7.7.1.2(6)). Additionally, size transformers
such that each of the three transformers is capable of providing 70%
of ultimate building power demand. Within 3 months after the
Effective Date, notify the Authority of the anticipated power
requirements for the Facility.
7.7.4.2(2) Provide service conduits from the Facility’s main electrical room to the
junction boxes located in the South Building Service Connection
Room, and provide wiring for utility and emergency power services
from the Facility to the service termination points located in the South
Building’s main electrical room.
7.7.4.2(4) Provide concrete encased PVC conduit duct banks for service
conduits and major feeders outside the footprint of the Building.
7.7.4.2(5) Identify the location of existing underground service lines in the area
to avoid interference with proposed routing of new services and future
services for known expansions. Use latest techniques (ground
penetration radar test) to verify and confirm all existing underground
services in the direction of service lines to the Facility.
7.7.4.2(7) Obtain prior written authorization from the Authority for all service
connections. Service connections must be installed to the Authority’s
reasonable satisfaction. Refer to Section 6.10 (Connections and
Integration to Existing Hospital) of Schedule 2 [Design and
Construction Protocols] regarding Work Plan and other requirements
regarding work in existing SMH buildings.
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7.7.4.2(8) Prepare and submit to the Authority a detailed Arc Flash study signed
and sealed by a professional engineer registered in British Columbia
and provide equipment labelling indicating available energy levels and
level of PPE required when servicing the equipment.
7.7.5.1(1) Provide two oversized transformers (5KV to 600V) and high voltage
switchgear and distribution complete with tie-back breakers for
redundancy for vital and delayed vital emergency power. Locate
equipment in the main electrical room.
7.7.5.1(3) Implement redundancy such that if emergency power from the Energy
Centre fails, there is a manual means to restore power to the essential
loads in the Facility.
7.7.5.1(5) SMH’s existing generator plant will provide emergency power to serve
essential loads as defined by CSA Z32-04 and as required to meet the
Clinical Specifications, including:
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7.7.5.1(7)(b) Project Co will perform all work and provide all wiring
and conduit required to connect to the above
contacts at this location. Refer to Section 6.10
(Connections and Integration to Existing Hospital) of
Schedule 2 [Design and Construction Protocols]
regarding Work Plan and other requirements
regarding work in existing SMH buildings.
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7.7.6.2(1) UPS units for single isolated small loads of one kilowatt or less may
be freestanding units located adjacent to the supplied equipment and
rated for the connected load plus a minimum 25% spare capacity.
Where there are multiple units in a location, mount the UPS in an
electrical room and provide a separate UPS distribution panel with
UPS receptacles provided for each UPS load.
7.7.6.2(2) UPS units for loads greater than one kilowatt will be circuited from a
UPS distribution panel and will be rated for the connected load plus a
minimum 25% spare capacity.
7.7.7.2(1) Install service transformers indoors and coordinate with the Authority
and BC Hydro. Service transformers will be cast coil, sub-station dry
type transformer(s) with integral primary switch, expulsion fuses and
integral intermediate class lightning arrestors.
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7.7.7.2(2) Switchgear will be fused switch load interrupter type and will use HRC
current limiting fuses.
7.7.8 Transmission and Distribution (Distribution Equipment – 600 Volts and below)
7.7.8.1(1) Provide electrical power transmission and distribution from the main
sources of supply to meet all requirements of the Facility and the
Clinical Specification. Provide electrical equipment including three
main transformers: one normal power; one vital power; and one
delayed vital power, each fed by the service switchgear.
7.7.8.1(2) Design and install (vital and delayed vital) main service transformers
complete with tie breakers so that if one transformer or distribution
equipment fails, the other transformer (by manual switching) will
continue servicing all loads connected to the failed transformer.
7.7.8.2(1) Design and construct the Facility with a minimum of 45% spare
capacity (to allow for a potential 20% expansion plus 25% spare as
required by Section 7.7.1.2(6)) and include 25% physical space for
future devices when sizing distribution equipment. Include provisions
for fans that can be added to transformers in the future to serve the
future growth needs in such a way as to prevent a major shutdown of
the Facility.
7.7.8.2(2) Locate the main electrical room above the flood plain, which is no
higher than elevation 58.67 m, and separate from plumbing and
mechanical equipment. Design the electrical room to be readily
accessible, well ventilated and free of corrosive or explosive fumes,
gases or any flammable material.
7.7.8.2(4) Locate and design electrical equipment for ease of maintenance and
with due regard for future expansion and renovation.
7.7.8.2(5) The secondary main normal, conditional, vital and delayed vital
distribution equipment will consist of motorized draw-out power circuit
breakers, not fuses, for main transformer secondary, tie and all circuit
breakers that exceed 400 Amp capacity. Provide all circuit breakers
with electronic tripping and LSIG field adjustable settings.
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7.7.8.2(6) Install 120/208V dry type transformers for small equipment loads in
electrical rooms on concrete pads or suspend from structure. Install
transformers so that removal can be facilitated without removal of any
other equipment or conduit serving the room. This excludes
luminaires.
7.7.8.2(7) Rate all distribution devices to handle available fault duty at line
terminals. Perform a computer generated fault study to ensure that all
devices are properly rated.
7.7.8.2(8) Design and install protection equipment so that the initial electrical
installation, future additions and modifications will be fully coordinated
to isolate only the faulty portion of the system.
7.7.8.2(14) Oversize neutral(s) for panel boards, feeders and branch circuiting
where significant non-linear load(s) are anticipated, such as in open
office and other areas with a high density of personal computers.
7.7.8.2(15) Construct flush mounted panel boards with five spare 25mm conduits
stubbed into ceiling space above and two spare 25mm conduits
stubbed into ceiling space below.
7.7.8.2(17) Install panelboards on the same floor as the loads they serve.
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7.7.8.2(21) Provide combination starters for all motors 1/2 HP and larger that are
not already controlled by adjustable frequency drive or include an
integral control package. All motors of ½ HP or more will be 600 volt 3
phase.
7.7.8.2(22) Provide voltage transient / surge protection for the main 600V and
120/208V switchgear loads and all other panels serving sensitive
electrical loads including diagnostic equipment, lab equipment and
adjustable frequency drives.
7.7.8.2(23) Locations of receptacles will comply with all applicable codes and
standards and the requirements for each program area as described
in the Clinical Specification.
7.7.9 Metering
7.7.9.1(1) The Authority will meter normal and emergency power services for the
Facility at the South Building.
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7.7.9.1(6) Include trend logging equipment sensors to comply with and fulfill
energy measurement and verification requirements. Logged
information will not be overwritten and will be archived.
7.7.9.2(1) Include display components for easily read local information for all
distribution at primary voltage and for each secondary distribution
switchboard.
7.7.9.2(2) Design the metering system network to store historical data and with
the capability to generate user configurable electronic and printed
reports on demand.
7.7.9.2(5) Utilize power quality type meters for monitoring harmonics and surges
/ sags. Provide power quality meters capable of monitoring harmonics
on the normal, vital, delayed vital and conditional switchboards.
7.7.10.1(1) Provide grounding and bonding for all electrical equipment and
systems in the Facility for the safety of people and for protection
against damage to equipment or property in the case of a fault
occurring in any of the equipment or systems. Install grounding as
required by all applicable standards, including EIA/TIA standards for
communications and security equipment and systems.
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7.7.10.2(1) Utilize non-alloyed copper for all conductors and all conducting
components of electrical equipment which form part of the grounding
and bonding systems in the Facility.
7.7.10.2(3) Provide equipotential grounding systems and equipment for all patient
care areas.
7.7.10.2(5) Complete a lightning protection study for the Facility, such study to be
done by a specialist in lightning protection work and to be signed and
sealed by a professional engineer registered in British Columbia.
Implement a lightning protection study on any risk value of 4 or higher,
as defined by CAN/CSA B72. Provide lightning protection if required
by study.
7.7.11.1(1) Provide seismic restraint for all electrical equipment and components
of electrical systems which are part of the building electrical systems
designed to meet the standards of a post disaster building as defined
in the BC Building Code
7.7.11.1(2) Provide seismic restraint systems and methods that facilitate ease of
maintenance and ease of replacement and reconfiguration of electrical
equipment and systems and other equipment and building
components.
7.7.11.1(3) Provide seismic restraint systems and methods that coordinate with
the Facility’s architecture and finishes. Wherever practicable, conceal
components of seismic restraints from public view. Where
concealment is not practicable, provide systems that complement the
Facility’s architecture and finishes.
7.7.11.2(1) Provide seismic support for all electrical equipment and components
of electrical systems that have the potential to cause injury or damage
during or following a seismic event.
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7.7.12.1(1) Establish and maintain an overall power quality which assures suitable
conditions for operation of all electrical and electronic equipment
throughout the Facility.
7.7.12.1(3) Meet or exceed relevant standards for power quality where deemed
necessary by the Authority and IEEE.
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7.7.12.2(2) Provide the ability to demonstrate to the Authority at any time that
there are no potentially harmful power conditions present and that
equipment intended to guard against such conditions is in proper
working order.
7.7.13 Lighting
7.7.13.1(2) Provide luminaires and light sources that enhance safety and allow
personnel to circulate throughout spaces and perform required tasks.
7.7.13.1(6) Lighting controls will comprise a significant part both of the energy
management of the Facility and of the flexibility required to adjust
lighting to suit functions and activities.
7.7.13.1(7) Lighting power density levels will comply with ASHRAE Standard
90.1-07 and the lighting installed will meet the requirements of the
Clinical Specification.
7.7.13.1(8) An electrically powered "Laser In Use" sign will be located outside the
procedure room in the NICU. The sign will be connected to an
internally illuminated switch inside the room label "Laser". The switch
will be interlocked with the laser equipment such that the equipment
will not operate with the switch in the “off” position. Internal
illumination of the switch will be on only when the “Laser in Use” sign
is illuminated.
7.7.13.1(9) An electrically powered "X-ray In Use" sign will be located outside any
room in which fixed x-ray equipment is anticipated to be used. The
sign will be connected to an internally illuminated switch inside the
room label "X-ray". The switch will be interlocked with the x-ray
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equipment such that the equipment will not operate with the switch in
the “off” position. Internal illumination of the switch will be on only
when the “X-ray in Use” sign is illuminated.
7.7.13.2(1) Provide luminaires that require minimal cleaning and permit practical
and easy access and disassembly. All lighting components will be
hospital grade.
7.7.13.2(3) Utilize electronic ballasts for fluorescent lamps with a THD of 10% and
no more than 8% for third harmonic. Power factor will be .98 or
greater and efficiency will be 90% or higher.
7.7.13.2(9) Provide special task lighting designed for the types of procedures
conducted for rooms and areas where treatment is provided and
rooms and areas where specialized analytical or diagnostic work is
carried out.
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7.7.13.2(11) Utilize vandal resistant and dark sky compliant exterior luminaires.
7.7.13.2(13) Utilize lighting controls that comprise of a networked low voltage relay
switching system with programmed ON/OFF operation and local
manual override capabilities for corridor lighting. Provide local control
from care team stations and reception desks where applicable.
7.7.13.2(16) In open areas and common areas, zone and subdivide lighting to
permit energy management and appropriate control and variation of
light levels.
7.7.13.2(17) Provide local lighting control for each treatment room. Each room will
have 2 or more levels of illumination in addition to the off position
unless specified otherwise.
7.7.13.2(18) Multi-level switched lighting and controls will be provided in all patient
rooms and other patient care areas. At minimum, provide the
following lighting controls in all patient rooms:
7.7.13.2(19) Provide each NICU room with multiple controlled illumination systems
as follows:
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7.7.13.2(20) Dimmable lighting and controls will be provided in all rooms containing
diagnostic imaging equipment.
7.7.13.2(25) Provide a time clock, photocell and contactors with HOA switch for
control of site lighting. Submit a control plan to the Authority for
approval.
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7.7.14.1(3) Provide a system and equipment that is flexible, controllable, and will
form an integral part of the Facility.
7.7.15.2(4) Size motor control centres, main feeders to motor control centres, and
mechanical distribution centres to accommodate the current
mechanical equipment with an additional 50% spare capacity.
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7.7.15.2(5) Utilize motor control centres when three 3-phase motors that require a
starter are located within 50m of each other.
7.7.17.1(2) Supply master time controllers and all clocks by a recognized industry
leader with all components by the same manufacturer.
7.7.17.1(3) Wireless clocks within the Facility will be compatible with the existing
SMH GPS wireless clock system and will work with the signal received
from the existing central controller.
7.7.17.1(4) All synchronized clocks will incorporate the Authority’s logo on the
face to identify the clock as a synchronized clock.
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7.7.17.2(4) Provide local satellite transmitters to provide signals to all clocks in the
Facility where required.
7.7.18.1(3) Inset lights and ARCAL lighting control (Aircraft Radio Control of
Aerodrome Lighting), obstruction lights, SAGA (System of Approach
Azimuthal Guidance) lights and beacons will comply with CAR
(Canadian Aviation Regulations) 325 and other Transport Canada
standards.
7.7.18.2(1) Connect all helipad lighting, signage and lighting control to emergency
power sources.
7.7.18.2(2) Install inset lights for FATO comprising of seven lights on each side
including two end lights. FATO lighting will be spaced 4m apart.
7.7.18.2(3) Install inset lights for TLOF comprising of nine lights on each side
including two end lights. TLOF lighting will be spaced 2m apart.
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7.7.18.2(4) Provide flood lighting for the Helipad and general lighting for the
connection paths for patient transfer from the Helipad to the dedicated
elevators on the roof.
7.7.18.2(8) Provide illuminated wind sock, obstruction lights and beacon lights as
required for the Helipad.
7.8.1 General
7.8.1.1(3) The full electronic health record (EHR) is the ultimate goal of the
Authority when it comes to gathering, storing and transmitting patient
information. The intent of the EHR is to allow health care providers the
ability to make more accurate, faster decisions on courses of action
for patients, provide efficiencies for staff and patients to reduce costs,
and provide better privacy and security of the patient record by
controlling where it is stored.
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7.8.1.2(5) Project Co will be responsible for all physical network design and
installation.
7.8.1.2(7) The Authority anticipates that the following networks will be required in
the Facility:
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The above list is indicative only and does not limit Project Co’s
obligation to provide all physical networks required for the
Facility.
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7.8.1.2(13) The Authority has two main data centres located off-Site where the
core applications, communications services and storage facilities
exist. These data centres will house the majority of server and storage
infrastructure. The Facility will not have a significant server installation.
7.8.1.3(1) Items critical for patient life safety will have built-in redundancy.
Provide redundancy at each wall jack location and connect physically
adjacent ports to different switches within the same communications
closet.
7.8.1.3(2) IP Protocol will be used for data network based equipment. Telecom
equipment will be a mix of VoIP, TDM and analog equipment.
7.8.1.3(6) All applications, software modules and any related software installed,
operated or used by Project Co will not interfere with the operation or
performance of, or reduce the security or privacy of, any Authority
applications or equipment.
7.8.1.4(1) Project Co will comply with all applicable standards and will:
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7.8.1.4(1)(b) comply with all applicable IEEE, CSA, TIA / EIA, and
BICSI standards, including CSA C22.2 and CSA
Z32.99;
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cable and multi-conductor copper tie cable. Project Co will perform all
work (including providing all necessary parts and components)
required to connect to the Authority’s conduit in the South Building
Service Connection Room. The Authority will provide for actual
network connectivity. Refer to Section 6.10 (Connections and
Integration to Existing Hospital) of Schedule 2 [Design and
Construction Protocols] regarding Work Plan and other requirements
regarding work in existing SMH buildings.
7.8.2.1(5) The communication systems will permit and facilitate the secure
transmission, storage, and retrieval of electronic health records within
the Facility and to and from all other Authority facilities.
7.8.3.1(2) Project Co will not, without the Authority’s prior approval, install or use
any software that resides on, accesses or otherwise interacts with the
Authority’s network. Project Co will complete, and submit to the
Authority, the Authority’s software assessment form for each such
software installation (available in the Data Room).
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7.8.3.2(2) Databases for these systems will be HL7 compatible with an SQL
open system architecture to allow key fields to be read from and
written to the Authority's information technology software applications.
7.8.3.3(2) The servers will be the latest technology, as of the date of installation
(Intel processor latest model or similar acceptable to the Authority)
and will interface to the Ethernet network via a 100Mb network
interface card.
7.8.4.1(1) Provide and install a complete structured cabling solution for the
Facility in accordance with Appendix 3E [Cable Infrastructure
Standard].
7.8.4.1(2) Project Co will, in consultation with the Authority, assign each room
and space in the Building a communications cable density ("High",
"Medium" or "Low") in accordance with the ANSI/TIA-1179 Healthcare
Facility Telecommunications Cabling Standard.
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7.8.4.1(13) The structured cabling will be neatly organised and clearly labelled for
ease of use by the Authority and Facility Users.
7.8.4.1(14) Create, in consultation with the Authority, an operational plan for the
cable infrastructure, including a management strategy and resource
requirements for maintenance.
7.8.4.2(1) Utilize a star wired cabling approach to wire all communications outlet
locations back to the floor communication rooms and all
communication rooms back to the main communications room.
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7.8.4.2(9)(a) to serve the floor they are on and maximize the area
they serve; and
7.8.4.2(10) Cable types will be unshielded twisted pair and fibre optic multimode
and single mode. The bandwidth requirements and distance
limitations will determine the type of cable installed.
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7.8.4.2(11) All rooms that have or are anticipated to have data, phone, video, or
other end-use equipment will have cable system drops ran back to the
communication rooms. It is anticipated that storage, clean/dirty supply
rooms, washrooms and some corridors will not have cable drops.
7.8.4.2(12) All conduit pathways will have spare capacity at least as per TIA/EIA
standards, and all communications rooms will have physical floor and
wall space to accommodate such expansion. For each GigaBIX wall,
provide adequate space to accommodate 50% expansion on the
same and adjacent wall. Provide adequate floor space to facilitate at
least 2 expansion racks to be located adjacent to required racks.
7.8.4.2(14) All ceiling spaces will have cable drops for wireless network access
points, information display systems, and other ceiling mounted digital
devices.
7.8.4.2(15) Terminate all cable drops at both ends. Provide the proper flame
spread rating for the cabling system.
7.8.4.2(17) Develop the labelling approach in consultation with the Authority prior
to labelling.
7.8.4.2(19) Provide floor communications outlets and floor power to connect floor
mounted self-registration systems, electronic directional systems and
patient education kiosks, as approved by the Authority.
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7.8.4.2(20) Specialized systems requiring multiple drops will have sufficient drops
at each location to ensure system operation.
7.8.4.2(21) Provide cable for all public phones, minimum 1 per lobby area per
department in the Facility.
7.8.4.2(22) Provide a dedicated outlet for all Authority end-use fixed equipment. In
no case will a personal computer be wired through an IP telephone.
7.8.5.1(2) For all other networks required in the Facility, including those
described in Sections 7.8.1.2(7)(b) through 7.8.1.2(7)(f) of this
Schedule, Project Co will:
7.8.5.1(3) For all of the networks described in Sections 7.8.5.1(1) and 7.8.5.1(2)
above, Project Co will mount and connect all network switches and
pigtails and cross connect and test all network equipment and cable
infrastructure in consultation with the Authority.
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7.8.5.1(4) Install all network equipment in accordance with all applicable IEEE
and EIA/TIA standards, including the 802.1 and 802.3 standards.
7.8.5.1(5) The Authority will provide and manage all firewalls, security and
IDS/IPS systems for connections to the Authority’s networks. Project
Co is responsible for securing all networks in the Facility other than
the Authority’s network.
7.8.5.1(9) Network equipment will function as part of the existing global network
management system and will conform to standards and methods used
by the Authority across its various sites.
7.8.5.1(10) Redundancy and security will be taken into account in all network
designs.
7.8.5.2(2) The edge communication rooms will also support the 3COM
802.11a/b/g/n wireless access points and wireless telephones, both of
which require PoE functionality and standards based QoS (Quality of
Service) traffic prioritization.
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7.8.5.2(5) Network ports supplied with three drops will have two active ones.
Where only one device is expected to be fielded at a specific location
an additional inactive port will be provisioned for future use.
7.8.5.2(6) All network ports with network devices attached will be activated. A
small percentage of ports, to be used for portable equipment or on an
as required basis, will be designated as active. These ports will be
designated by the Authority.
7.8.5.2(7) All switch infrastructures will support multiple VLAN functionality and
multiple subnets per VLAN.
7.8.6.1(2) Have a public telephone company provide and install pay phones in
consultation with the Authority.
7.8.6.1(3) Project Co may use the PBX system for its telecommunications
needs. If Project Co intends to use the SMH PBX, Project Co will
provide and, in consultation with the Authority, install additional
capacity and functionality as required, including SMDR.
7.8.6.1(4) Ensure that cellular and paging services function effectively in all
areas of the Facility, including underground parking.
7.8.6.2(1) Design and construct the Facility to support the Authority’s IP and
TDM phone technology, both wired and wireless.
7.8.6.2(2) Voice equipment will comply with all BICSI/IEEE and EIA/TIA
standards.
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7.8.6.2(3) Voice equipment will be fully integrated, and will operate seamlessly,
with the Authority’s existing voice network.
7.8.7.1(1)(d) printers;
7.8.7.1(1)(e) photocopiers;
7.8.7.1(1)(i) PDAs,
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7.8.8.1(3) The Authority will install any of Project Co’s End-Use Equipment that
has been approved for connection to the Authority’s network.
7.8.8.1(4) Servers and related equipment for Project Co’s End-Use Equipment
are to be located in a separate Project Co equipment room (or
communications rooms if approved by the Authority). They are not to
be located in edge closets.
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7.8.9.1(3) Project Co will install all network switches and pigtails and cross
connect and test all network equipment and cable infrastructure for the
wireless network in consultation with the Authority. Install all network
equipment in accordance with all applicable standards, including the
following IEEE and EIA/TIA standards: 802.1, 802.11 and 802.3.
7.8.9.1(5) Provide a complete structured cabling infrastructure that will allow the
installation of the complete wireless network, including PoE wireless
access points. Project Co will locate data drops and access points in
consultation with the Authority.
7.8.9.1(6) Setup and test of all aspects of the wireless network and provide heat
maps for the Facility indicating the channel coverage, signal level,
data rate and noise floor for 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11a and 5GHz
802.11n wireless networks.
7.8.9.1(8) Provide the wireless network management tool configuration file to the
Authority at the completion of the wireless network testing.
7.8.9.2(1) Work with the Authority in creating an operational plan for the wireless
network complete with management strategy alerts notification and
resource requirements for maintenance.
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7.8.9.2(5) The access points will support redundant PoE connections and be
connected to two physically separate PoE switches.
7.8.9.2(7) Include the switch ports required by the wireless network access
points in the total port count for the Facility. The list of layer 2/3 switch
ports will be provided indicating the ports connected to a given access
point, and the power load on the switch with the remaining available
PoE power on the switch. The wireless network documentation will
include a list of access points with the switch identification and port
number indicated in a spreadsheet.
7.8.9.3(1) The wireless network will support the five main services which will be
active in the Facility:
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7.8.9.3(3) Provide data rates consistent with the strictest specifications provided
by the wireless end-use equipment.
7.8.9.3(5) Provide an RF environment consistent with the noise floor and signal
strength requirements (SNR) and consistent with the strictest
specifications provided by the wireless end-use equipment.
7.8.10.1(1) The Authority received a proposal from Logical Solutions Ltd. dated
October 1, 2009 to provide a Rauland Responder 5 nurse call system
for the Facility (the “Nurse Call Proposal”). The Authority confirmed
with Logical Solutions Ltd., by letter dated October 1, 2009, that the
Authority wished to obtain the nurse call system pursuant to the Nurse
Call Proposal. A copy of the Nurse Call Proposal and the Authority’s
subsequent letter are available in the Data Room.
7.8.10.1(2) Project Co will, further to the Nurse Call Proposal, purchase the
Rauland Responder 5 nurse call system for the Facility, complete with
all hardware and software necessary to meet or exceed the
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7.8.10.1(3) Configure and program the nurse call system as approved by the
Authority.
7.8.10.1(4) Provide a full feature audio and visual nurse call system with full
duplex communications in all inpatient rooms, and patient exam and
treatment rooms in clinical areas including:
7.8.10.1(4)(a) NICU;
7.8.10.1(4)(b) ICU;
7.8.10.1(4)(e) HDCU.
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7.8.10.1(6) In consultation with the Authority integrate stand alone alarm systems,
including patient wandering, infant tagging and code red (fire) signals
with the nurse call system. In addition, the system will also
annunciate code white (panic duress), code blue (cardiac arrest) and
patient monitoring alarms with the nurse call system. The nurse call
system will annunciate alarms from these systems in a seamless
manner on the nursing station consoles and wireless handheld
devices based on Authority requirements.
7.8.10.1(7) The nurse call system will integrate with an annunciator on wireless
staff communication devices (PDA’s or phones) for near instant alarm
response. The nurse call system will operate seamlessly with the
wireless staff communication devices and allow two-way voice
communication into all patient locations.
7.8.10.2(1) Comply with all applicable standards, including UL1069, CSA C22.2
and CSA Z32.99.
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7.8.10.3(4) Allow for cascading of call to higher priorities if they are not answered,
will have time out call cascading if the calls are not cancelled and will
be able to be displayed on nurse call master stations, the wireless
phone, and any other type of call display.
7.8.10.3(5) Provide nurse call cords for all patient beds. Call cords will be pillow
speaker type with TV control (sound and channels), low voltage
lighting (reading, ambient) and customized buttons for functions as
determined by the Authority.
7.8.10.3(7) Provide staff emergency system with buttons located at all patient bed
locations. When possible, incorporate button into bedside station.
7.8.10.3(8) Provide emergency pull cord stations at all patient toilets, shower
rooms and dressing locations complete with audio and staff
emergency alarms.
7.8.10.3(9) Provide the ability to program 3 levels of priority for each patient
station from the nursing station console.
7.8.10.3(10) Provide code blue (cardiac arrest) system. Provide a code blue button
at locations determined in consultation with the Authority including:
each nurse station, reception desk and all patient rooms, patient
therapy rooms, patient lounges, procedure rooms, exam rooms and
inpatient rooms. Provide remote indication of specific alarm origin at a
central control panel located at the main reception desk of the Facility
or other location, as directed by Authority. Button may be incorporated
into the bedside station.
7.8.10.3(11) Provide a VoIP staff terminal incorporated into every workflow station
at locations determined in consultation with the Authority, including:
each patient room (provide two workflow stations at semi-private
rooms), staff locations, exam rooms, interview rooms, trauma rooms,
secure rooms, treatment rooms, DI areas and Med/Surg beds. VoIP
staff terminals will serve as patient or procedure room
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7.8.10.3(12) Locate staff terminals separately from bedside stations. In all patient
rooms, treatment rooms and exam rooms, locate staff terminals in
close proximity to the room entrance, not at the patient bedside or at
the side of the patient exam table. Exact location of staff terminals will
be as directed by the Authority and determined in consultation with the
Authority’s clinical staff and nurse call manufacturer
7.8.10.3(13) All patient care rooms and patient bed or stretcher locations will have
a separate jack input with the ability to interface with relay/dry contact
medical equipment alarms for medical equipment monitoring and
patient monitoring (such as bed exit).
7.8.10.3(15) Provide adequate duty stations for each nurse call system to ensure
that tones are heard throughout each department, including at the
following locations:
7.8.10.3(16) The nurse call system will provide open system and HL7 standard
interfaces that can accommodate integration to Meditech system.
7.8.10.3(17) Interface the nurse call system with the Authority's “Connexall” system
for additional monitoring and vectoring of calls.
7.8.10.3(18) Integrate the nurse call system with the existing PBX and provide
sufficient audio channels, in consultation with the Authority, for the
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7.8.11.1(3) Project Co may use a different system for its own communication such
as portable radios. Any such devices or system must not interfere with
the Authority’s wireless communication devices or systems or other
devices or systems.
7.8.11.1(4) The wireless system will function throughout the Facility, including any
underground parkade (subject to requirements of applicable Laws).
7.8.11.1(5) The wireless system will include additional antennas in sensitive areas
as may be required to comply with this Section 7.8.11.
7.8.11.1(6) Each wireless device will offer the full functionality of a standard
hardwired telephone handset. Ensure that the wireless network in the
Facility will support all such functionality.
7.8.11.2(1) Comply with all applicable standards, including all applicable handheld
communications standards and the Spectralink implementation
standards for 802.11 networks.
7.8.11.3(1) Ensure that wireless devices may connect directly to the PBX
telephone switch to allow each wireless handheld communication
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7.8.11.3(3) Provide adequate space and power outlets for wireless device
charging stations inside each department.
7.8.12.1(1) Provide cable infrastructure and equipment for a paging system in the
Facility, including any underground parkade, and integrate the
Facility’s paging system with the Hospital public address system. This
paging system is intended to be used for emergency pages only.
Other communications systems will be used for routine
communications between staff and patients.
7.8.12.1(2) The public address system will be separate from and act
independently of the fire alarm system to ensure it is usable during a
fire alarm. Provide interconnects between the systems as required by
all applicable regulatory standards or codes.
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7.8.12.2(3) Provide all equipment necessary for a fully operational public address
system, including:
7.8.12.2(3)(d) Microphone(s).
7.8.12.2(3)(e) Mixers.
7.8.12.2(4) Size amplifiers to handle total load plus 20% spare capacity.
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CCD image capture technology and will have at least 540 lines of
resolution.
7.8.13.2(3) Viewing monitors will be LCD type with CFL or LED backlit (LED is
preferred) with a minimum of 17” diagonal viewing surface.
7.8.13.2(4) System will be IP based or NTSC base band. IP based systems will
utilize the cabling infrastructure. Consult with the Authority for any
required network access.
7.8.13.2(5) System will be real time viewing with extremely low to no latency or
delay.
7.8.14.1(1) Design and construct the following spaces (including all necessary
building infrastructure and, as applicable, video conferencing
infrastructure) and install any required Category F2 Equipment, in
accordance with the applicable requirements set out in Appendix 3H
[A/V and Video Conferencing Standard] as follows:
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7.8.14.1(2) Retain audio visual professionals with expertise and experience in the
application, use and integration of audio/video conferencing systems
for the design, configuration and integration of the required
videoconference rooms and systems.
7.8.14.2(1) Comply with all applicable standards and codes, including the latest IP
based video conferencing standards or the latest high speed common
standard.
7.8.14.2(2) Audio quality will be comparable to voice quality found in typical PSTN
voice networks. Video quality will be high definition (720p) and
synchronized with the audio content. Video conference systems will
allow for adjustments of compression and audio and video quality to
accommodate for bandwidth management.
7.8.14.3(2) Coordinate with the Authority for network access. Video conferencing
systems will be configured in consultation with the Authority and
adhere to the Authority security and quality of service requirements so
not to negatively impact the Authority’s network performance in any
way.
7.8.15.1(2) The patient entertainment system will operate over a physical network
other than the Authority’s network described in Section 7.8.1.2(7)(a) of
this Schedule. If required to meet the patient entertainment system
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7.8.15.1(3) Arrange for the installation of local cable or satellite service (basic
cable package) throughout the Facility. Project Co will responsible for
the costs of cable installation and the Authority will be responsible for
the ongoing cost of the cable service.
7.8.15.2(1) The patient entertainment system will meet the CRTC standards and
operate in the 8dBmv to 16dBmv range.
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7.8.16.1(2) The patient education system will function over the TCP / IP Ethernet
network and will be selectable via simple menu structure on all patient
entertainment devices.
7.8.16.2(1) The Authority will provide the head end components for this system on
the Authority’s servers.
7.8.17.1(1) The Authority intends to provide a central dictation system for the
Facility, which will form part of the overall centralized system of the
Authority. The file server and storage server is located off Site in the
server farm.
7.8.17.2(1) All telephones will allow staff the ability to dictate onto the central
Authority's dictation systems. An access code will be needed to
access the dictation system. All dictation stations will be provided with
a full featured phone and connect to the PBX via the structured
cabling system.
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7.8.18.1(1) Local Intercom systems are required at locked entrance doors that
delivery personnel or the public will need access through.
7.8.18.2(2) All wiring for the intercom system will be part of the structured cabling
system.
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7.8.19.1(2) Project Co will design, procure, install and test systems and
infrastructure to support a Facility-wide RTLS system.
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7.8.19.1(3) The Authority’s preference is that the RTLS system use software that
is compatible with the other locating software in use at SMH. Refer to
Appendix 3I [IM/IT Preferred Vendors].
7.8.19.2(2) All wiring for the RTLS will be part of the structured cabling system.
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7.8.19.3(2) Design the RTLS to include features that assist the Authority to
achieve the highest possible tag recovery rate.
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7.8.19.3(5) Provide for staff work flow analysis by providing RTLS coverage in
specific room locations (determined in consultation with the Authority)
to enable time-in-room tracking for staff. Examples of rooms that
should be considered for RTLS coverage include nursing stations,
medication stations, utility rooms and patient rooms.
7.9.1 General
7.9.1.1 Ensure a safe environment for staff, patients and visitors by proper utilization of
electronic access control, video monitoring and intrusion detection systems.
7.9.2.1(1) Provide a Simplex 4100U fire alarm system for the Facility and ensure
that that system meets or exceeds the requirements in this Section
7.9.2.
7.9.2.1(3) The fire alarm system will comply with all applicable standards,
including:
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7.9.2.2(1) Install all fire alarm wiring in conduit. Provide two hour rated cable
where required to meet survivability requirements of NFPA 72.
7.9.2.2(3) All Facility addressable fire alarm devices, fire alarms and fire troubles
will be incorporated on the Authority’s network True Site computers.
Ensure that the Facility’s fire alarm panel devices and internal trouble
condition details print out on the Authority’s network True Site printers.
7.9.2.2(4) Provide manual pull stations at all exit doors and entrances to exit
stairs as required.
7.9.2.2(7) Use combination audible alarm and visual notification devices where
applicable.
7.9.2.2(8) Include control devices and connection to close fire and smoke doors
on activation of alarm condition.
7.9.2.2(9) Incorporate smoke control systems with control fans and dampers.
7.9.2.2(10) Provide a minimum of 2 isolation modules per floor for alarm circuits to
isolate wire to wire shorts.
7.9.2.2(11) Provide a graphic annunciator complete with LCD display at the main
reception area for the Facility, as required and approved by the local
fire department. Upgrade all graphic annunciator panels and screens
located at SMH to reflect the addition of the Facility. Ensure that the
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SMH Campus mimic board displays the fire alarm and fire trouble
conditions for the Facility. Replace the central fire response panel for
SMH (as may be required by the fire department), at a location
acceptable to the fire department and the Authority.
7.9.2.2(12) Provide LED type indicators for remote indication that a heat and/or
smoke detector has been activated in a lockable room (located
outside room adjacent to door), in an elevator shaft (located at
elevator lobby ceiling) or duct sensors that are not readily visible
(located on ceiling or at visible location nearest to sensor installation).
7.9.2.2(14) The fire alarm control panel (FACP), remote annunciators and printers
will indicate general alarm and trouble conditions.
7.9.2.2(15) Provide gel electrolyte type batteries with overcharge protection for
FACP and all transponders. Provide solid state battery charger(s)
with capacity to recharge entire battery system in 4 hours. Batteries
will have enough capacity (with 25 percent spare time) to operate
entire system (except magnetic door holders) in accordance with the
BC Building Code.
7.9.3.1 General
7.9.3.1(1) Design, provide and install a security system to meet the Authority’s
security programs within a healthcare facility campus environment.
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7.9.3.1(3) Develop the Facility design based on the Facility Threat and Risk
Assessment (refer to Sections 4.10 and 5.3(d)(10) of Schedule 2
[Design and Construction Protocols]).
7.9.3.1(4) All security systems will reside on a VLAN as part of the Authority's
information technology infrastructure connected via the structured
cabling system and network devices to allow the Authority the
opportunity to review events and monitor the status of security
systems from off-site locations. The system will be fully accessible
through the Authority's network.
7.9.3.1(5) Security system will be scalable to allow for future additions and
interconnections of many devices and subsystems from different
manufacturers.
7.9.3.1(7) All materials, including hardware and software provided will be new
and most current version or production model.
7.9.3.1(11) Train Authority staff on the use and operation of security systems and
location of all security devices. Coordinate and schedule training with
the Authority.
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7.9.3.2(2)(a) Card access system will utilize a file server and allow
multiple workstations to access this file server for
control and annunciation purposes. All alarms will be
annunciated at the Building security call centre /
alarm management centre (located off-site), but will
allow concurrent remote monitoring capability both
on and off-site.
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7.9.3.5 CCTV
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(a).11 Helipad;
(a).12 high profile areas such as gift shops;
(a).13 cafeterias; and
(a).14 cash offices or areas where cash is
exchanged.
7.9.3.5(2)(b) All entry and exit points to strictly controlled high risk
departments and associated areas require recorded
video surveillance integrated to the CCTV security
system. Provide video monitors for department staff
to locally monitor cameras associated with the
general activity outside the main entrance to the area
and adjoining waiting areas.
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8.1.2.1(1) Utilize asphalt paving in areas where vehicle traffic and snow clearing
equipment require a smooth surface for travel.
8.1.2.2(1) Asphalt mix is to be suitable for use in climatic conditions found at the
Site.
8.1.3.1(1) Utilize unit pavers in areas where a high level of finish is desired
and/or a requirement for removal and replacement of paved surface in
the future.
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8.1.4.1(1) Utilize concrete paving in areas that require firm, long lasting hard
surfaces for activities such as pedestrian pathways, loading docks and
Building entrances.
8.1.5.2(1) Select products for their suitability and durability in the climatic
conditions found at the Site.
8.1.6.2(1) Seed mix will have demonstrated suitability to the climatic and soil
conditions found at the Site.
8.1.7 Sodding
8.1.7.1(1) Provide sod in areas near Building entrances, and outdoor patio
spaces to provide a usable surface.
8.1.7.2(1) Use number one turf grass nursery sod that has been sown and
cultivated in nursery fields as turf grass crop in climatic zone
comparable to the Site.
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8.1.8.2(1) Select and place trees, shrubs and ground covers to mitigate
temperature fluctuations and winds.
8.1.8.2(2) Retain any healthy existing trees that do not conflict with the
development and site grading.
8.1.8.2(4) Select trees, shrubs and ground covers from species that are
indigenous or adapted to the region.
8.1.8.2(5) Plants will comply with the current edition of the BC Landscape
Standard, published by the BC Society of Landscape Architects and
the BC Landscape and Nursery Association. Plant material will be
grown in Zone 5 in accordance with Plant Hardiness Zones in
Canada.
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