UFC 4-740-14
1 August 2002
4-11.4.6
Provide a spacer on the wall with the dryer vent duct to prevent the dryer
from being pushed back against the wall and collapsing or pinching the flexible duct.
4-11.4.7
Provide a single compartment laundry tub with hot and cold water.
4-11.4.8
Provide a one-hour resistive fire barrier around the laundry room.
4-11.4.9
See Section 7-2 for plumbing requirements in the laundry room.
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SUPPORT SPACES.
4-12.1
Mechanical. Locate mechanical equipment rooms to open directly to the
exterior for access by maintenance personnel. Consider sharing the service drive with
the kitchen. Do not allow access into any interior or exterior child activity spaces.
Provide interior space for mechanical equipment. Rooftop equipment is discouraged.
4-12.2
Electrical. Locate the electrical room either internal or external with the
same criteria regarding access applying as for the mechanical room. Provide a
separate communications room conforming to criteria outlined in TIA/EIA 569-A. Per
that document, provide a minimum space of 2130 by 3050 mm (7 by 10 ft.)
4-12.3
Janitorial Rooms. Locate janitorial rooms as centrally as possible with
direct access to the main circulation path. Service personnel and staff will use this
space for storing janitorial supplies and equipment. Include a mop sink with hot and
cold water plumbing connections and storage for pails, mops, vacuums, and related
cleaning supplies and equipment. Provide the door with a lock, (which can be opened
from the inside) and a vision panel. Provide cabinets for cleaning supplies that are
lockable. Provide exhaust ventilation directly to the outside. Ensure that the closet is
provided with proper fire detection devices as per code. Provide moisture-resistant
walls and a durable, slip-resistant floor sloped to a floor drain.
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