Final Draft 12-31-95
Revised May 1997
Design Standards
Automated Radiographic Room w/Control
HEATING, VENTILATING AND AIR
CONDITIONING
Dry Bulb Temp Cooling:
24C (75F)
Dry Bulb Temp Heating:
22C (72F)
Minimum % Outside Air:
15
100% Exhaust Air:
No
Noise Criteria:
NC-40
Steam:
--
Relative Humidity/Cooling:
50%
Relative Humidity/Heating:
30%
Minimum Air Changes/Hr.:
6
Room Pressure:
Negative
AC Load Lighting:
40 W/m 2 (3.7 W/sf)
AC Load-Equipment:
50/70 W (17300 Btu/hr)
Number of People:
6
Special Exhaust:
--
Notes: 1. Provide at least two level exhaust
outlets.
2. Provide at least 150 mm (6") duct to
each processor balanced to 80
CFM each.
3. See HVAC Design Manual for
Hospital Projects for lead wrapping of
ductwork penetrating lead lined walls.
PLUMBING AND MEDICAL GASES
Cold Water:
Yes
Hot Water:
Yes
Laboratory Air:
--
Laboratory Vacuum:
--
Sanitary Drain:
Yes
Reagent Grade Water:
--
Medical Air:
Yes
Medical Vacuum:
Yes
Oxygen:
Yes
Notes: 1. Provide piping connection from
processors to Silver Recovery
System, if required.
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RADIOLOGY SERVICE
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