UFC 4-171-05
1 January 2005
with change 25 October 2006
4-2.43
Break Area
4-2.43.1 This space is provided for break and meal activities; it may occasionally be
used as a meeting or training space. The Using Service may authorize up to 37 sq m
(400 sf) of additional space for family support/retention purposes.
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4-2.43.2 Space Design Information
Break Area
General/Code
Size varies
Occupancy business
Occupancy count 1 person per 20 sf (1.9 sq m)
Architectural/Interiors
Minimum STC rating 40
Ceiling height 8 ft - 8 in (2600 mm) minimum
Floor \ VCT /2/
Base rubber
Walls painted gypsum board
Ceiling suspended acoustical ceiling tile (ACT)
Trim \ none /2/
Lockset passage
Mechanical
Heating, occupied 68 degrees F (20 C); maintained 55 degrees F (13 C)
Cooling, occupied 78 degrees F (25 C); maintained ambient
Ventilation comply with ASHRAE 62.1; exhaust with local control for
electrical
Lighting 50 fc
Receptacles convenience duplex; dedicated 20A for appliances; GFCI duplex
at sink
Voice/data wall-mounted phone
Furniture
Folding tables and plastic shell stack chairs
Bulletin board
Marker board
equipment
special features or considerations
Refrigerator and microwave are part of construction contract
Counter with upper and lower cabinets and two-compartment sink
Verify with Tenants if they will provide large coffee maker
4-2.44
Mechanical
4-2.44.1 Mechanical space for HVAC equipment and ductwork will be distributed
through the building for efficient operation of the mechanical systems.
4-2.44.2 The main mechanical space should have double doors to the exterior for
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