UFC 4-740-14
1 August 2002
CHAPTER 7
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
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INTERIORS.
7-1.1
Interior Construction. As a general note, use solid-surface countertops
in all wet areas in lieu of plastic laminate.
7-1.1.1
Diapering Station. Provide a diapering station and diaper storage area in
each activity room to allow flexibility. See Section 5-8 for general criteria on the
diapering station.
The Navy does not permit diaper changing in the preschool
activity room. Specific equipment at the diaper station includes:
7-1.1.1.1
Changing Table. Use a changing table made of a solid-surface material;
plastic laminates are not permitted. Provide a changing surface 865 mm (34 inch) high
and 610 mm (24 inch) deep. With the changing surface of each unit being a minimum of
914 mm (36 in.) in length for infants and pre-toddlers, and 1220 mm (48 in.) in length for
toddlers, plus an additional 455 mm to 560 mm (18 in. to 22 in.) for the sink. Provide a
changing unit with integral storage underneath the changing surface. Consider
providing a wall and base cabinet adjacent to the unit. Ensure that the caregiver
standing at the changing table has a clear view of the room. For renovation work,
consider portable diaper changing units. In the pre-toddler, toddler and preschool
activity rooms, provide a diaper changing unit with integral retractable steps that lock-in
place for the caregiver to assist the children to climb up to the changing surface. Steps
are also particularly helpful for caregivers whose backs may be challenged by excessive
lifting. Provide a safety device on either side of the changing surface area consisting of
a raised edge to provide side restraint for 75 mm (3 in.) above the surface of the mat.
Since mats are typically 25 mm (1 in.) thick, this means that the top of the rail or raised
edge should be approximately 100 mm (4 in.) above the surface of the changing table.
7-1.1.1.2
Proximities. Locate all equipment and storage needed for this area,
including the sink, within easy reach for the caregiver at the changing table, without
requiring him or her to remove both hands from the child being changed.
7-1.1.1.3
Sink. Provide a sink integral with the changing table, deep and designed
to drain thoroughly with no standing water left in the sink. Use sinks with goose neck
faucets, that are hands-free, and have an automatic shut-off of no less than 30 seconds.
Include a swivel head/spout.
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Dispensers. Locate paper towel, soap, plastic or rubber glove, and
plastic bag dispensers within reach of the caregiver at the changing table. Use towel
dispensers that are hands-free and designed to dispense only one towel at a time, such
as a cone-shaped, center dispensing rolled towel unit.
7-1.1.1.5
Storage. Design open compartmentalized cabinets to be 230 mm (9 in.)
wide, 230 mm (9 in.) high, and 305 mm (12 in.) deep per child to provide storage for
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