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A.
Install sub-metering equipment with the building's
service entrance equipment.
B.
Provide indicating type kilowatt-hour meter at the low
voltage switchboard to measure electrical energy
consumption.
8.
LIGHTING:
8.1
Intent: This article covers the lighting requirements for VA
cemetery facilities. Where lighting situations are
encountered which are not covered by this article, exercise
good engineering judgment.
8.2
Standards:
A.
IES Lighting Handbook
B.
NFPA 101, Life Safety Code
C. NFPA 70, National Electrical Code
8.3
Lighting Calculations:
A.
Perform all lighting calculations based on the IES
applications. (See IES Lighting Handbook). All
calculations shall use one or more of the techniques
described.
B.
Include the following information in all submitted
calculations:
1.
Room Name
2.
Room Number
3.
Fixture type chosen for the room
5.
Required illumination level (VA or IES)
6.
Calculated illumination level
8.4
Details and Specifications:
A.
Provide a schedule for all lighting fixtures. As a
minimum the schedule shall include the following:
Fixture type, description, voltage, mounting, number,
and size of lamps and notes. Other information for the
lighting fixtures (such as metal thickness, construction
, finishes, etc.) shall be included in the specifications.
As an option, lighting fixture details may be included on
the drawings. All fixture details are subject to the
approval of the NCA team reviewers.
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