Extensive field inspection and documentation of existing conditions were conducted to verify the operation of existing systems, to evaluate new demands, and to determine the necessary corrections to meet current code and OSHPD requirements. This effort required installation of a state fire marshal approved fire-stopping assembly. A dedicated under floor exhaust system was designed for the negatively pressurized autopsy table to transfer fumes and odors to rooftop exhaust fans. Piped utilities consisted of the following medical gasses: oxygen and nitrogen, and vacuum. Systems include domestic cold water, domestic hot water supply and return, natural gas, sanitary sewer, acid resistant waste, and automatic fire protection systems, also A/C condensate drainage for the body storage room. The systems were designed in compliance with OSHPD requirements, ADA, NFPA 99 (medical gases) and NFPA 13 (fire protection). The design is also in compliance with additional OSHPD-mandated seismic strengthening requirements.

Project Information
Building Owner:		Santa Clara Valley Medical Center
Building Location:		San Jose, California UNITED STATES
Project Type:		Renovation
Principal Building Function:		Autopsy lab, clinical lab, morgue
Project Timeline		Jul 2004 Completion Last known status: Completed
Construction Cost:		$1,500,000
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Building Information
Project Includes:		Forensic Healthcare Healthcare: Hospital Laboratory
Total GSF:		12,400
Project Team
Engineer - MEP		Greene Engineers
Profile Created 01/05/2007
Last Updated 10/12/2007
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