UFC 4-740-14
1 August 2002
2-11.2.1
Provide adequate display space for children's artwork, clip rails or strips at
children's eye-level, i.e., 500 mm to 850 mm (20 in. to 34 in.) high.
The Air Force
requires Plexiglas holders for children's artwork at this height. Use walls for storage and
display, and to offer visual and tactile stimulation through the use of colors and texture
variations that are consistent with the overall design concept of the facility. Do not use
tack boards in child-accessible areas. In general, accommodate the celebration of
children's artwork and creativity.
2-11.3
Air Force. Air Force requires interior and exterior signage to
comply with AFP 32-1097. Photos and names of individual staff will be posted outside
each care area they oversee. Coordinate photo presentation with activity room signage.
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ACOUSTICAL REQUIREMENTS.
2-12.1
Background. Sounds can be used to heighten interest in activities. They
can also be used to relate activities to space; for example, a quiet space can suggest a
place for rest, but an acoustically live space indicates an area for physical activity.
Certain sounds, such as music, are comforting and interesting to children while others,
such as loud or repetitive noise, produce irritation, distraction, and fatigue.
2-12.2
General. In the acoustical design concept, provide an environment in
which wanted language sounds are heard and unwanted sounds are controlled,
dissipated and/or absorbed. Examine noise relationships between activity areas and
provide appropriate acoustic protection where needed. Zone quiet activity spaces away
from noisy activity areas.
2-12.3
Exterior Noise. Minimizing exterior noise is typically required only when
the center is adjacent to or near aircraft flight paths, major highways, or busy rail lines.
The Installation commander and Community Planner must approve use of sites
exposed to high noise levels.
The Navy requires NPC PERS-659 Program
Manager to approve sites exposed to high noise levels. If proximity to high levels of
noise is unavoidable, acoustical measures are necessary. Maximum acceptable noise
levels are dependent upon which area of the center is subjected to the noise and
whether the sound is continuous or intermittent.
2-12.4
Interior Noise. Modulate interior noise generated within a room or space.
In addition to standard commercial construction, two other requirements are necessary
to ensure sound control within the center:
2-12.4.1
Acoustical ceiling tile should be provided throughout a majority of the
center spaces, (with exception of service areas).
2-12.4.2
Either permanently installed carpet or large area rugs should be provided
in appropriate spaces. See paragraph 7-1 for more information on flooring and carpet
requirements. Carpet will not be provided in the corridors.
The Navy requires
large area rugs/area carpet in lieu of carpet.
The Air Force does not permit area
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