UFC 4-730-01
7 April 2006
including change 1, 20 June 2006
refrigerator with ice-maker within close proximity to ensure efficient and comfortable
use.
Plan viewing angles for all workspaces to ensure that students can see
the activities. Consider creating an island work area for ease of demonstration. This
work area should include cook top, sink, and preparation area. Consider providing an
adjustable mirror over the preparation area to allow students to view the activities.
4-7.1
Provide the following design elements. All fixtures must comply with all
relevant codes:
Appropriate plumbing fixtures to support cooking and cleaning in the
teaching kitchen. Provide a hand sink in addition to the pot sink for
sanitation;
Garbage disposals at the sinks;
An exhaust system over the cooking area;
Durable cabinetry and work surfaces. A 610-mm-deep (24-in) solid
surface counter top is recommended; and
Task lighting at work areas.
4-7.2
If the Kitchen is located separately from the Staff Break-room, consider
accommodating an eat-in area with tables and chairs.
4-8
COMPUTER RESOURCE AND INFORMATION LAB. Like the
classrooms, the Computer Resource and Information Lab is central to the FSC's
mission and consolidates all the center's information for use in a more individualized
and independent manner. Directly accessible from the Lobby, this Lab should be well
organized and allow for information displays, computer kiosks, research carrels, and
general workspace. The room should be friendly, comfortable, and inviting. Staff
workspaces adjacent to the Lab should also be inviting and open to encourage
questions.
4-8.1
Provide the following design elements:
An adequate number of data and power outlets to accommodate all
computer work stations and additional equipment, such as printers,
scanners, etc.;
Display cases or kiosks designed as either free standing furniture or built-
in;
Lockable base and wall cabinets for storage of supplies and equipment.
Provide a 610-mm-deep (24-in.) counter work area with power and data
outlets at counter height; and
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