UFC 4-740-14
1 August 2002
1-4.4.1
Need and Opportunity. The need is to provide separation of spaces and
program options for older children from younger children and to also provide
opportunities for overlap of different ages with the proper supervision.
1-4.4.2
School Age Program. The school age program is not usually included
within the CDC; it is typically located elsewhere in other approved buildings. However,
if the requirement for preschool age care decreases, excess preschool space in a CDC
may be used for younger school-age care.
Navy requires Program Manager
concurrence prior to including children older than five years.
1-4.4.3
Mixed-age Program. A facility that includes school-age children with the
typical CDC age groups may be appropriate for some installations.
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REGULATORY AUTHORITIES. Construction for CDC facilities will
comply with the construction requirements of the most current editions of the Uniform
Building Code and NFPA 101 Life Safety Code. Noncombustible construction (Type I
and II) is the preferred method of construction, since noncombustible construction
enhances the fire safety of the CDC, allows for omission of sprinklers in the attic, and
reduces clearance requirements for heat producing equipment, such as kitchen exhaust
ducts. The Life Safety Code states that if staff-to-child ratios are less than that on which
the code requirements are based, additional safeguards as determined by the authority
having jurisdiction, will be necessary.
1-5.1
Occupancy Classification. CDCs are classified as Day-Care Occupancy
when applying the NFPA 101, Life Safety Code and as Educational Occupancy,
Division 3, when applying the Uniform Building Code. For part-day preschool programs
or kindergarten facilities, the requirements for Educational occupancies are applicable.
1-5.2
Occupant Load. The allowable occupant load for fire and safety
considerations will be based on NFPA 101 Life Safety Code. The maximum permitted
occupant load is based on the capacity of the exit components, not solely on the floor
area. The minimum exiting capacity is based on the floor area at normally one person
per 3.25 m2 (35 ft.2) of net floor area.
1-5.3
Military Authorities. The comprehensive authorities having jurisdiction
for CDCs are the following:
1-5.3.1
Navy.
NPC PM
NAVFAC EFD
1-5.3.2
Air Force.
HQ AFCEE (architectural, publication coordination).
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