Nursing Home Design Guide
2006
Room or Area
Room Pressure
Minimum Exhaust
Air Changes per Hour
Bathing Facilities
Negative
10
Bathrooms & Toilet Rooms
Negative
10
Clean Utility
Positive
Supply air minus 15%
Locker Rooms
Negative
Supply air plus 15%
Soiled Linen / Utility
Negative
6
Storage Rooms (soiled or dirty)
Negative
Supply air plus 15%
Table 2.7
EXHAUST AIR REQUIREMENTS
Room or Area
Maximum NC Level
One / Two Bed Rooms
35
Bathrooms & Toilet Rooms
40
Dining
45
Offices, Lobbies, Waiting Areas
35
Table 2.8
NOISE CRITERIA
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