Department Of Veterans Affairs
VA Space Planning Criteria (Chapter 287)
Washington, D.C. 20402
November 2006
N. Corridors should be designed to a minimum of 8 feet clear width, to accommodate
passage of equipment or beds and two stretchers and/or wheelchairs. In non-patient
areas, corridors may be 6 feet in clear width.
O. ERCP procedures will also be performed in the Endoscopy Suite when over 750
procedures per year are projected and not in the Surgical Suite or a Radiology
Special Procedures Room. In the ERCP procedure rooms, X-ray shielding is required
if it is to be equipped with fixed radiographic equipment or a portable unit is to be
used on a regular basis. Shielding design shall be provided by a qualified expert for
all new or remodeled facilities.
P. A minimum clear dimension of 10'-0" should be provided in each examination room
Q. Provide staff break area convenient to staff work areas but separate from patient
area.
R. Centralized staff administration and support should be considered to maximize staff
and space efficiency. Office space for residents should be grouped in one area close
to physicians. The Conference Room (when provided) should be near the
administrative offices. Space should be allocated for the maximum number of
residents and interns typically on duty at one time.
S. Refer to Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Office of Facilities Management
Handbooks, Standards, Standard Details, and Design Guides for technical criteria.
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