Department of Veterans Affairs
VA Space Planning Criteria (Chapter 230)
Washington, DC 20420
February 2007
E. A vacuum system is required for the equipment utilized in carpentry work. A fume
hood is required where welding is accomplished.
F. Individual shops may be combined to form larger shops or all shops may be
combined into one large shop area. Shop storage areas may be combined.
G. AMES/ MERS is the abbreviation for Automated Engineering Management System /
Medical Equipment Reporting System. This may be a web based system. PC of
Wyse based or terminal is needed.
H. The office for the Biomedical Engineer may be located either with the biomedical
Engineering shop or in the administrative office area.
I.
If an automatic transport system (ATS) is planned for the medical center, then an ATS
repair shop is required. The ATS shop should consist of a test track, workbench area,
and a battery recharging area. Space must be determined on a project by project
basis.
J. Refer to the latest edition of the Guidelines for the Design and Construction of Health
Care Facilities published by and available from the American Institute of Architects,
1735 New York Avenue, NW, Washington DC 20006.
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