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rugs. The Air Force does allow carpet in corridors that can be quite noisy due to the
narrow configuration.
2-12.4.3
Provide acoustical panels where necessary to meet acoustical criteria.
2-12.4.4
Consider baffles, banners, and fabrics to help absorb the high level of
sound generated within a center. However, these features will not obstruct the exits or
view of exits and will meet fire and life safety codes.
2-12.5
Controlling the Transfer of Noise Throughout the Facility. Consider
sound transfer between activity rooms and the kitchen, laundry, mechanical/electrical
spaces, and staff gathering areas. Maintaining low noise levels in sleeping/napping and
quiet areas is important. The following methods should be used:
2-12.5.1
Extend interior partitions to the structure above the ceiling. Partitions may
be single layer gypsum wallboard but should have cavity insulation and should be
completely caulked at the top and bottom of the partition.
2-12.5.2
Provide solid core doors for openings onto noisy areas. See paragraph 7-
1 for more information on doors.
2-12.5.3
Use fabrics and baffles to absorb sound.
2-12.5.4
Provide acoustical baffles in all ductwork that penetrates sound
attenuating partitions.
2-12.5.5
Avoid back-to-back electrical outlet boxes.
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MECHANICAL REQUIREMENTS.
2-13.1
Plumbing. Design domestic hot and cold water, sanitary and storm
drainage, plus propane, fuel oil, or natural gas systems to meet the requirements of the
most current edition of the International Plumbing Code (IPC) or the Uniform Plumbing
Code (UPC) and be responsive to the needs of children. See paragraph 7-2 for more
detailed plumbing requirements.
2-13.2
system to comply with the recommendations of the American Society of Heating,
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) and be responsive to the
needs of children. See paragraph 7-2 for more detailed HVAC requirements.
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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS. Provide electric service and distribution
equipment, wiring receptacles and grounding, interior and exterior lighting and control,
emergency lighting, telephone, communication systems, fire alarm, and intrusion
systems according to NEC and the latest installation design requirements. See the
latest edition of Electric Current Abroad, US Department of Commerce, to determine
voltages and cycles in overseas locations. Service grounding system and all wiring
methods will meet the current National Electric Code (NEC) requirements. All service
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