S06 36C25222B0022 0002 Att1 Spec 117300 Ceiling Mounted Pt Lift 12JUL22.pdf

08-01-20

07-12-22 (rev)

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SECTION 11 73 00

CEILING MOUNTED PATIENT LIFT SYSTEM

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

Ceiling Mounted Patient Lift Systems for the transfer of physically challenged patients are specified in this section.

1.2 RELATED WORK

A. Section 01 00 00, GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: Requirements for pre-test of equipment.

B. Section 13 05 41, SEISMIC RESTRAINT REQUIREMENTS FOR NON-

STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS: Seismic requirements for non-structural equipment

(https://www.cfm.va.gov/TIL/spec/130541.docx)

Note: To be completed by the vendor’s Structural Engineer in collaboration with the AE

Structural Engineer of-Record for this project.

C. Section 26 05 11, REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS: General

Electrical Requirements and items, which are common to sections of Division 26.

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Certification for compliance is required for Ceiling Mounted Patient Lift Systems.

Certifications shall be provided by the manufacturer who will conduct testing to ensure that the ceiling lift and charging system are safe and in compliance with ISO 10535 & UL

60601-1.

B. Inspection of equipment after installation is required prior to use for patient movement.

Inspection shall be in accordance with manufacturer’s installation checklist and the facilities installation checklist (Patient Safety Alert AL14-07).

C. Certification of compliance with VA requirements shall be provided by the vendor’s

Structural Engineer (Inspector of-Record; IOR), who will observe installation and manufacturer’s testing to ensure that the ceiling structure, ceiling lift, and charging system is safe and in compliance with shop drawings, structural calculations, specifications, ISO 10535 requirements, and code requirements. IOR shall be a registered structural engineer in the state of installation.

https://www.cfm.va.gov/TIL/spec/130541.docx

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1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Within seven days of Notice to Proceed, submit the name, contact information, and credentials of the Vendor Structural Engineer.

B. Submit in accordance with specification Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND SAMPLES.

1. Shop drawings shall show structural supports to the underside of structure. Structural calculations for the support of the track and its attachment to ceiling structure shall be submitted. Shop drawings used in the quoting phase shall be PDFs, and either 2D

CAD files or 3D BIM files showing structural support to underside of structure. Shop drawings shall also provide general room layout with bed position and all obstructions to ceiling lift.

2. Once the purchase order is accepted by the vendor, a set of stamped drawings shall be provided by the vendor. Shop drawings and structural calculations shall be signed and stamped by a registered structural engineer, and shall meet all applicable Code requirements. The vendor’s Structural Engineer shall ensure ceiling minimum structure capacity shall support the loads specified in the shop and installation drawings and be in compliance with VA structural and seismic requirements and

Code.

3. Shop drawings shall show obstructions such as curtains, lights and sprinklers, and coordinate their relocation.

4. Manufacturer shall provide BIM (Building Information Model) for clash detection to the GC for review and attestation of compliance prior to transmission to VA COR.

C. Certificates of Compliance from Manufacturer

D. Manufacturer's Literature and Data:

1. Lifting Capacity

2. Lifting Speed

3. Vertical Axis Motor

4. Emergency Brake

5. Emergency Lowering Device

6. Emergency Stopping Device

7. Electronic Soft-Start and Soft-Stop Motor Control

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8. Current Limiter for Circuit Protection

9. Strap Length

10. All equipment anchors and supports. Submittals shall include weights, dimensions, center of gravity of the structural support, standard connections, manufacturer's recommendations and behavior problems (e.g., vibration, thermal expansion,) associated with equipment or piping so that the proposed installation can be properly reviewed.

E. Individual Room layouts showing location of lift system installation shall be approved before proceeding with installation of lifts.

F. Manufacturer’s Checklist for post-installation inspection.

G. Manufacturer’s Operation and Maintenance Manual.

H. Manufacturer’s warranty.

1.5 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING:

A. Deliver, store and handle to prevent damage and deterioration until final acceptance of project.

B. Deliver and store materials in manufacturer’s original labeled containers immediately prior to installation.

C. Store materials in a secure, locked area.

D. Repair or replace damaged items due to storage or handling.

1.6 WARRANTY:

A. Construction Warranty: Comply with FAR clause 52.246-21 “Warranty of Construction”.

B. Manufacturer Warranty: Manufacturer shall warranty their products and installation for a minimum of five (5) years from date of installation and final acceptance by the

Government. Submit manufacturer warranty.

1.7 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

A. The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced.

The publications are listed in the text by the basic designation only. Always apply the most recent edition.

B. International Organization for Standardization (ISO):

10535......................................Hoist for the Transfer of Disabled Persons-Requirements and Test Methods

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C. Underwriters Laboratories (UL):

60601-1 ..................................Medical Electrical Equipment: General Requirements for

Safety

94............................................UL Standards for Safety Test for Flammability of Plastic

Materials for Parts in Devices and Appliances-Sixth

Edition, April 1, 2022.

D. International Electromagnetic Commission (IEC):

60601-1-2 ...............................Medical electrical equipment – Part 1-2: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance –

Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic disturbances –

Requirements and tests.

E. VA Office of Construction and Facilities Management, Safe Patient Handling and

Mobility Design Criteria, August 1, 2021 (https://www.cfm.va.gov/til/etc/dcSPHM.pdf).

F. VHA Directive 1611 Safe Patient Handling, Amended July 16, 2020

(https://www.va.gov/VHAPUBLICATIONS/ViewPublication.asp?pub_ID=6338)

G. VA Corrective and Preventive Maintenance Checklist for Ceiling Mounted Patient Lifts

(https://www.publichealth.va.gov/docs/employeehealth/PreventitiveMaintenance.pdf)

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 CEILING TRACK SYSTEM

A. The Ceiling Track shall be made from high strength extruded aluminum or VA approved equal. Provide anchor supports at ceiling substrate.

B. Installed rail shall be security tested for 1.5 times greater than the motor’s weight capacity and maximum allowable deflection of a horizontal rail is no more than 1mm

(1/16th inch) per 200mm (7.87 inch) of track length. (As per ISO 10535 standards.)

2.2 LIFT UNIT

A. The Lift Unit shall be constructed of a steel frame system driven by a gear reduced high torque motor or VA approved equal.

B. The Lift system shall have the following features.

1. Lifting capacity (minimum): 550 lbs (249.476 kg) for non-bariatric lifts and 750-1000 lbs (340.194- 498.952 kg)for bariatric lifts.

2. Electronic soft-start and soft-stop motor control

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3. Emergency lowering device

4. Emergency stopping device

5. Current limiter for circuit protection in case of overload.

6. Safety device that stops the motor to lift when batteries are low.

7. Horizontal axis motor

8. Emergency brake (in case of mechanical failure)

9. Strap length:

10. Cab: VO plastic–fire retardant, UL 94

2.3 MOTORS

A. Vertical Movement-DC Motor

2.4 BATTERIES

A. The life cycle (number of charging cycles) for batteries shall be in compliance with IEC

6100-1-2.

B. Provide rechargeable batteries with up to 35 transfers with a load of 200lbs (74kg) (for repositioning) and a minimum of 17 transfers with its maximum load.

2.5 CHARGER

A. Charger compatible with system supplied and installed by manufacturer.

2.6 STRAPS AND SLING

A. The straps shall meet ISO 10535 guidelines. The straps shall ensure the patient’s safety by preventing the patient from falling out of the sling.

B. The sling shall meet ISO 10535 guidelines. The sling shall cradle the body of the patient.

Bariatric slings shall be rated to a minimum of 750 lbs.(matching unit capacity).

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

A. Install ceiling mounted patient lift system per manufacturer's instruction and under the supervision of manufacturer's qualified representative and the vendor’s Structural

Engineer (See 1.4 Submittals).

B. If the distance in between the suspended ceiling and anchors is more than 12” consult with manufacturer to determine if lateral braces will be required.

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3.2 INSTRUCTION AND PERSONNEL TRAINING

Training shall be provided by the manufacturer for VA personnel to educate them on proper operation and maintenance for the lift system equipment. Plan no less than three events, one per shift.

3.3 TEST

Conduct performance tests for each system in the presence of the VA COR and the vendor’s Structural Engineer and technical field representative (resource for subsequent inspections, warranty response, etc.), to show that the patient lift system equipment and control devices operate properly and in accordance with VA and manufacturer’s requirements and Code.

3.4 INSPECTION

1. Inspection of installed ceiling mounted patient lift systems shall be conducted in accordance with the manufacturer’s installation checklist and the VA Installation or

Relocation Checklist for Ceiling Mounted Patient Lifts

(https://www.publichealth.va.gov/docs/employeehealth/InstallationRelocation.pdf) prior to use for patient movement. Coordinate scheduling with the VA COR.

2. Periodic Inspection shall be provided by the manufacturer on a yearly basis throughout the manufacturer’s warranty term in compliance with ISO 10535 and VA

Corrective and Preventive Maintenance Checklist for Ceiling Mounted Patient Lifts

(https://www.publichealth.va.gov/docs/employeehealth/PreventitiveMaintenance.pdf)

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