Room By Room Design Criteria_CDC-0-5 (July2020).pdf

US Army Corps of Engineers Engineering and Support Center, Huntsville

STANDARD DESIGN CRITERIA

CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERS

FOR CHILDREN AGES 6 WEEKS – 5 YEARS

SMALL 126 CAPACITY

MEDIUM 232 CAPACITY

LARGE 338 CAPACITY

ROOM BY ROOM DESCRIPTIONS

CATEGORY CODE: 74017

July, 2020

Standard Design Criteria Child Development Centers (For Children 6 Weeks – 5 Years)

July 2020

Table of Contents: ______________ Page:

A. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS …………………………………………………………….4

1. Criteria…………………………………………...………………………………………………...….4

2. Hazardous Materials………………………………………………………………………………...4

3. Architectural………………………………………………………………………………………….5

4. Mechanical……………………………………………………………………………………………8

5. Electrical………………………………………………………………………………………………9

6. Fire Protection…………….………………………………………………………………………..10

7.Security and Monitoring – Closed Circuit Television (CCTV)…………..…………………….11

8. Site and Building Exterior……………………………......………………………………………13

9. Clarifications to the Army Standard…………..………………...……..……………………….15

10. Diaper Changing Stations ……………………………………….……………..……………

11. Cubbies ……………………………………….……………..……………

12. Sign-In Desks …………………..…………………..…………………………………………….18

13. Food Prep/Arts & Crafts Cabinets ……………………..……………..…..……….………….19

14. Room Finish Schedule…………………………….……………………………….……………20

15. Net Areas and Total Gross Building Areas……………………………….…………………22

16. Toilet Fixture & Grab Bar Schedule………………….……………………………………….24

17. Toilet Accessory Schedule……………………….……………………………….……………25

18. Hardware Sets……………………………….………………………………….………………...25

19. Lighting Levels………………….………………………………………………………………...26

B. INDIVIDUAL SPACE REQUIREMENTS …………………………………………...….27

1. SPACE: Vestibule……..……………………….………………………………………………….27

2. SPACE: Waiting Area…………….……………………………………………..………………..28

3. SPACE: Central Counter/Reception Area…………………………………………….………28

4. SPACE: Admin Storage………………………………………………………………………….32

5. SPACE: Isolation Area……….………………………………………………………….……….32

6. SPACE: Isolation Area Toilet………..……………………………………...…………………..32

7. SPACE: Administrative Offices…………………………………………………………………33

8. SPACE: Infant/Pre-Tod/Toddler Activity Room…………………………………….………..34

9. SPACE: Infant/Pre-Tod/Toddler Storage Room …………………………………………

10. SPACE: Infant/Pre-Tod/Toddler Toilet Area…………………………………………………37

11. SPACE: Preschool/Pre-K/Kindergarten Activity Room………………………………

12. SPACE: Preschool/Pre-K/Kindergarten Storage Room …………………..………………41

13. SPACE: Preschool/Pre-K/Kindergarten Toilet Area….………………………………….…41

14. SPACE: Buggy Storage………………….………………………………………………………42

15. SPACE: Public and Staff Toilets…………………………………………..…………………..42

16. SPACE: Exterior Storage……….…….………………………………………………………...43

17. SPACE: Janitor Closet ………………………………………………………………………….44

18. SPACE: Stroller/Car Seat Area…………………………………………………………………45

19. SPACE: Training Room… ………………………………………..…………………………….45

20. SPACE: Training Room Storage……………………….………………………………………46

21. SPACE: Staff Lounge …………………………………………….………………………..……47

22. SPACE: Central Storage ………………………………………………………………………..47

23. SPACE: CCTV Equipment Room……………...………………………………………………48

24. SPACE: Kitchen…………………………………………………………………………………..48

24A. SPACE: Dry Storage.…………………………………………………………………….…….58

25. SPACE: Laundry Room………………………………………..………….……………………..58

26. SPACE: Outreach/Transitional Care Activity Room ……………..….…………………….59

27. SPACE: Outreach/Transitional Care Storage Room ……………………………………

28. SPACE: Outreach/Transitional Care Toilet Area……………...……………………………63

29. SPACE: Active Play Room………………………………………….…………………………..64

30. SPACE: Active Play Storage Room ……………………………………………...…………...66

31. SPACE: Activity Play Toilet Area………………………………………………………………66

32. SPACE: Nursing Mother’s Room………………………………………………….…………..67

33. SPACE: Corridor(s)……………………………………..………………………………………..67

34. SPACE: Utility Rooms (Mechanical, Electrical, Communications)……...………………68

35. SPACE: Playground/Outdoor Play Areas…………………………………......…………

Playground Equipment List……………………………………………………………………72

Playground Sample Layouts…………………………………………………………………..75

A. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

1. CRITERIA

Army Child & Youth Services (CYS) Review and Approval. All facility and playground design, alteration (to include renovation and repairs), and construction projects shall be reviewed and approved by Installation Management Command (IMCOM) G9 CYS. Involvement of IMCOM G9 CYS is required in all phases of the project, to include planning and design. This document is primarily for New Construction. Any Additions, Repairs, Alterations, and Remolding shall comply with the Standard Design Criteria to the fullest extent possible.

Architectural Barriers Act (ABA). The entire Child Development Center (CDC) and site must meet all requirements of ABA. This includes spaces such as storage rooms, janitor closets, etc. Water closets and toilet compartments for children shall comply with ABA Advisory 604.9 and associated table. This ABA Advisory is mandatory for CDC facilities.

Other special requirements will be provided in the remainder of this document.

Army Standard. The Army Standard and the Army Standard Design Criteria Room by Room Descriptions is mandatory criteria that must be followed. In addition to the criteria in this document, the CDC must comply with relevant sections of the AR 608-10, latest version and with all other applicable Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC). The Army does NOT follow

UFC 04-740-14.

UFC 4-010-01 Anti-Terrorism Force Protection (ATFP). The CDC must meet all requirements of the minimum ATFP Standards for Buildings.

Centers of Standardization (COS). The Army Standard for CDC is the minimum mandatory criteria that must be followed. This document, Army Standard Design Room by Room Descriptions further expands on the requirements of the Army Standard. Deviations not meeting the requirements to the Army Standard or this document requires a waiver.

When Host Nation Requirements or Specific Geographical Requirements conflict with the Army Standard, contact the COS in Huntsville, Alabama. The Army Standard for CDC may be found at: https://mrsi.erdc.dren.mil/cos/hnc/cdc/. Information on the waiver process may be found at https://mrsi.erdc.dren.mil/waiverprocess/.

Technical Instruction (TI) 800-01. TI 800-01 is an obsolete document and shall not be used in the design or review of a CDC.

Caring for Our Children. Caring for Our Children Health and Safety Guidelines by the American Public Health Association (APHA) and American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is used as the reference guide for Lighting Levels.

2. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

Flammability Codes and Standards. Use textiles and upholstered components that comply with the applicable interior finish requirements stated in the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 101, Life Safety Code and any other local, state, or federal standards https://mrsi.erdc.dren.mil/waiverprocess/ that may apply. See paragraph 7-1 for more information on carpet and upholstery requirements.

Radon. Check the EPA's Map of Radon Zones (by state), EPA 402-R-93-071 (available from http://www.epa.gov/), to determine the radon priority area. Provide passive sub-slab depressurization systems for projects located in Priority Areas No. 1 (predicted average radon level is greater than 4/pCi/L). Change the system to active, if needed, based on follow-up testing. Check the latest editions of the following EPA documents available from the EPA Radon Information Center, (703) 356-5346:

• EPA's Model Standards and Techniques for Control of Radon in New Residences, U.S.

Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation (6604-J), EPA 402-R-94-009.

• Radon Prevention in the Design and Construction of Schools and Other Large Buildings, EPA/625/R-92-016.

• Radon Measurement in Schools, EPA/402/R-92-014.

Contaminants. Evaluate the site for potential soil and groundwater contamination. Check with the Environmental Installation Restoration Program and the Underground Storage Tank Program. Also, check previous uses of the site.

Lead-Based Paints. Lead-based paint is prohibited throughout all buildings—interior and exterior, including playground equipment. All painted areas suspected of containing lead (manufactured before 1978) should be tested and managed by the Garrison Department of Public Works (DPW).

Asbestos. Materials containing asbestos are forbidden throughout the facility. Any suspected asbestos containing material should be identified and abated by a certified contractor and monitored by the Installation Asbestos Management Program (IAMP).

3. ARCHITECTURAL

Construction. The Child Development Center shall have a residential scale and feeling, but shall meet commercial construction standards. The building may be rotated or mirrored on the site.

Spaces. Functional spaces, which include all Activity Rooms, Admin Areas, Kitchen, Storage, Lounge and Training Room, may not be reduced from what is shown in this document and the Army Standard without an official waiver.

Minimum Floor and Base Construction. For finish materials refer to the Room Finish Schedule unless additional guidance is provided in the individual space descriptions which follow. Salient characteristics include; shall be easy to clean and maintain, and shall be durable. A base material, appropriate for the flooring material used, is required.

Minimum Wall Construction. Unless additional guidance is provided in the individual space descriptions which follow, salient characteristics include; shall be easy to clean and maintain, and shall be durable. Unless noted otherwise, interior walls between rooms shall be provided with acoustical batt insulation, or other approved system, to obtain a Sound Transmission Class (STC) rating of at least 45.

Minimum Ceiling Construction. Unless additional guidance is provided in the individual space descriptions which follow, salient characteristics include; ease of accessibility to mechanical system above ceiling, durable, and shall provide an aesthetically pleasing surface, free of sags or other defects. Acoustical tile ceilings shall have a minimum Noise Reduction Class (NRC) rating of 0.85 throughout the facility. Unless noted otherwise, Ceiling Attenuation Class (CAC) ratings shall be a minimum of 35.

Recycling. A recycling room or alcove may be included in the facility. However, the space must be taken entirely from the Mechanical Room as there is no extra space elsewhere. If a room is provided, this room shall open into the corridor and be provided with a door with a half-height glass window. When sizing the recycling area, keep in mind the function of this facility and that the recyclable materials will mainly come from the lounge and admin area.

Ceiling Heights. Unless noted otherwise in this document, all ceiling heights shall be a nominal 8’. Ceilings in the kitchen may exceed 8’. Ceilings in storage rooms are desired to be 9’ in order to allow increased storage under the “fire” line which is located at 18” below the lowest part of the sprinkler head, or in accordance with NFPA 1. Where increasing the height of the storage room ceilings would require an increase in the structure and overall height of the building, an 8’ ceiling will be acceptable. Furr-down over the Central Counter may be lower than 8’, but no less than 7’. The Active Play Room ceiling shall be 9’ minimum over at least 75% of the room.

Exterior Doors. All exterior doors from the facility shall be flush within ¼” with the exterior sidewalk for evacuation of cribs in the case of an emergency. The exterior pathways from activity room and corridor doors shall meet the requirements of the ABA, and be appropriate for crib evacuation. All exterior doors shall be hollow metal with half-height glass view window unless noted otherwise. All exterior doors shall be provided with hardware on the exterior side that allows for re-entry. All exterior exit doors shall have flush type panic hardware and self-closing devices. All exit door hardware shall be located 44” above the finished floor and shall have a clear opening width of 32” minimum.

Intrusion/Exit Alarms: Exit notification system with keyed manual override is required at all exterior doors that do not exit directly into a fenced area, except for the main entrance and the kitchen door. These alarms must provide immediate notification; they cannot have a delay.

Interior Doors. Salient characteristics include; durability. Doors, frames, and hardware shall be able to withstand constant opening and closing. Unless noted otherwise, doors shall be solid core wood doors, stain grade. Glazing in interior half-height glass doors shall be a minimum of 5 square feet of exposed clear safety glass. All interior doors shall be half-height glass, except for adult toilet room doors and Nursing Mother’s Room. All doors opening into corridor and all doors into toilet rooms must be provided with self-closing devices. All fire rated doors shall meet NFPA 80 requirements to include self-closing devices. Metal frames shall be painted, and doors shall be stained and sealed.

Interior Walls. Unless noted otherwise, interior walls between rooms shall be provided with acoustical batt insulation to match the stud wall thickness and on top of the acoustical ceiling system in addition to the required ceiling insulation to achieve the required R value. All interior walls shall contain 5/8” drywall and all electrical outlets shall be staggered. Unless noted otherwise, interior walls between rooms shall be provided with acoustical batt insulation, or other approved system, to obtain an STC rating of at least 45.

Finger Guards. Finger guards shall be provided as noted in the room descriptions below.

Finger guards shall be roll-type only.

Wall Finish. Impermeable wall finishes, such as vinyl wall covering or Fiberglass Reinforced Paneling (FRP), are not acceptable, unless noted otherwise. This is a mold prevention issue.

Corner Guards. Corner guards are to be provided on all outside corners of interior walls.

Corner guards are to be integral color, radiused, sufficiently durable to prevent damage to the wall corners and injury to the children, and mechanically fastened (not through tape or adhesives) to the wall. Corner guards are to be caulked and sealed to prevent harborage of vermin and accumulation of debris. Corner guards shall be minimum 48” high and set flush and tight to the adjacent walls.

Sharp Edges. Radiused corners shall be provided on all millwork up to 48” Above Finished Floor (AFF). Ease or file smooth all sharp points and edges on wall tile, cabinetry, windows, doors and frames, etc. For exposed under-sink piping in any area accessible to children, ABA covering is required. The intent is to eliminate all sharp corners, points, and edges up to a height of at least 48” AFF.

Exterior Windows. Where exterior windows are provided, the following requirements shall be met. Shall comply with UFC 4-010-01 ATFP requirements. Salient characteristics include; easy to clean and able to withstand continuous use. Individual windows shall be single or double hung, with only the top portion operable; bottom sash shall be fixed. If double hung windows are provided the bottom sash must be secured so that it cannot be opened, and such modification shall not affect the warranty on the window. Full height insect screens shall be provided. Secure insect screens with interior metal clips to preclude children from removing the clips. Windows shall comply with the Army Standard. Windows shall be provided with a manual locking mechanism in addition to the sash latch mechanism and with a non-porous, smooth and easily cleanable, solid surface quartz window sill mounted 18-20” above the finish floor per the Army Standard. Wood and plastic laminate window sills are not allowed. Exposed edges shall be eased per the Sharp Edges paragraph above. Where windows with sash latching mechanisms higher than 80” AFF are provided, the contractor shall also provide a minimum of one (1) latching/unlatching mechanism (pole mounted) for each room with operable windows.

Glass. All glass shall be provided with a manufacturer’s label indicating that the glass is safety glass.

Mirrors. All mirrors in the facility shall be a tempered safety glass mirror, with stainless steel surround, including a clear film applied to mirrored surface to retain glass pieces, if somehow the tempered mirror is cracked accidentally.

View Windows & Vision Panels. Refer to the Army Standard for additional information on View Windows and Vision Panels. View Windows are interior windows where the actual glass is to extend from 18”-24” above the floor to the height of the top of the door. Vision Panels are interior windows where the actual glass is to extend from no more than 51” above the floor to the height of the top of the door. It is desired that the top frame of the windows aligns with the top of the door frame, and that the bottom frame of the vision panels are right above the cubbies.

Caulking. All caulking used inside the building shall be US Department of Agriculture (USDA) or National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) approved caulking.

Grout. Where porcelain, ceramic or quarry tile is provided, grout shall be non-staining and resistant to liquid absorption.

Showers. Showers and changing rooms are NOT allowed due to child abuse prevention measures.

Toilet Partitions. Toilet partition doors shall include latching hardware, but shall not include coat hooks. In the ABA toilet stalls in the pre-school/pre-k/kindergarten activity rooms and outreach/transitional care activity room, toilet partitions shall have a headrail (overhead-braced) or shall be otherwise mounted to assure rigidity of all posts and panels. These ABA toilet stalls shall be provided with one in-swinging regular width door (+/- 24” wide), and one out-swinging ABA-compliant (min. 32” clear opening width) door. Floor mounted partitions are required. Partitions shall be color-through phenolic or solid plastic (HDPE). Exposed boots and hardware shall be non-corrosive material.

Kitchen Equipment. Shall be commercial equipment NSF approved. Kitchen equipment will comply with all NFPA requirements to include NFPA 96 and NFPA 17A, equipment will be contractor furnished and contractor installed (CFCI). All equipment must be designed and installed in accordance with the Technical Bulletin Medical (TB) Med 530 Tri-service Food Code.

Special Kitchen Requirements. The kitchen designs shown in the standard designs are only a general concept and the final kitchen design must be determined by a certified kitchen designer in accordance with TB Med 530 Tri-service Food Code and in coordination with the IMCOM G9 Preventive Medicine Proponent.

4. MECHANICAL

Temperature Controls. Temperatures in child activity rooms/modules maintained at no less than 68 degrees F. in the winter and no higher than 78 degrees F. in summer. Temperature range must be maintained within one foot above the floor with a combination of conditioned and natural air. Tamper proof temperature and air quality measurement/monitoring devices shall be installed with the operable mechanism mounted at 44” - 48″ elevation above floor.

A relative humidity of between 35 and 50 percent will be maintained in the facility, especially in the activity rooms, to prevent drying of mucous membranes, to control the spread of diseases, and to prevent mold growth. In addition to the temperature sensor in the thermostat, a second temperature sensor is used to measure the temperature at 1 foot above the floor. The sensor must be virtually flush with the wall (no more than ½” projection), and shall not include any controls or other safety concerns. The thermostat and the sensor shall be located in the wall near the center of the activity space, not adjacent to the entry door, and not near the toileting area.

Local Exhaust Fans. Maintain an odor free environment in toilet areas and in child activity spaces serving non–toilet trained children through two (2) local exhaust fans, each providing minimum 150 cubic feet per minute. One shall be provided in the toilet area and one will be located directly over the diaper changing station

Water Temperature. The appropriate temperature for the water in child accessible areas is between 85 - 95 degrees F, with a maximum of 110 degrees F. Water temperature in the laundry room, janitor's closet and the kitchen is required to be 140 degrees F. The final rinse (sanitization) of the dishwasher and ware washing will be 180 degrees F provided by means of an adequately sized booster heater.

Automatic-Sensor Plumbing Fixtures. Automatic flushing water closets and automatic lavatory faucets are not allowed in CDC.

Water Closets. The child size toilets are available from only a couple of manufacturers, and are in limited stock. There is a possibility these will be a long lead item. Substitutions of larger toilets will NOT be accepted. Please take long lead times into consideration when ordering. Provide appropriately sized toilet seats for all water closets.

Drinking Fountains. Where an activity room requires a drinking fountain, it shall be a non-refrigerated fountain, similar to photo below. All corners must be rounded or eased. Where Electric Water Coolers (EWC) are permitted in the facility, at least one of them shall be provided with automatic water bottle filler.

5. ELECTRICAL

Receptacles. Wall mounted receptacles shall generally be mounted 18” above finished floor unless otherwise noted. Above counter, receptacles shall be mounted in the vertical wall space above the counter-top unless otherwise noted. Coordinate the location of wall mounted receptacles located above the “cubbies” with the vision panels. Outlets shall be tamper resistant throughout the facility in accordance with the National Electric Code (NEC).

As a minimum provide two (2) combination 3.1 Amp charger USB/electrical outlet in reception counter, staff lounge, training room, administrative and office areas, to include the cooks work station, and one (1) at sign-in desk in each child activity room.

Lighting. There is a mixture of natural and artificial light which can be adjusted by the staff to changing outside light levels. Lighting in the Activity Rooms shall be overhead and be provided with multi-ballast fixtures to provide lighting flexibility of all lamps/all fixtures on, half lamps/all fixtures on, and all lamps/fixtures off. The intent is to be able to reduce lighting levels to address different activities and to address natural daylighting. Lighting shall be controlled by manual wall switches located at the room entrance door and at the direct exit to the outside. If dimmer controls are used in lieu of multiple switches, provide lighting fixtures which will not oscillate visibly at low intensities. Roof overhangs, shades and window treatments control the natural light-brightness ratios and lateral differences in illumination. Lights come from behind most activities and children. There are sufficient controls over the natural and artificial light to give lighting flexibility. Multi-ballast switches, dimmer switches, track lighting, movable lights, etc., are used to meet this requirement.

Lighting Controls. Due to child abuse prevention measures, automatic motion light switches (occupancy sensors) are allowed only in the Mechanical, Electrical, and Communication Rooms (rooms that are not accessible to users and staff) of the CDC.

Telephone/Intercom. Must have a two-way addressable system capable of allowing program staff to communicate (hands free) with the main reception desk and other locations of the facility as noted throughout this document. System shall be audible throughout the entire space. Each station shall have the ability to receive and send. Each activity room shall be provided with a system that is capable of making local and long distance calls. Incoming calls shall be received at the reception desk, and the reception desk can then forward the call to the appropriate room if necessary. The system should enable front desk staff to contact rooms individually and all rooms simultaneously. Operable mechanisms shall comply with ABA. The mechanical, communication, and electrical rooms do not need to be on this system.

Panels. In general, electrical circuit breaker panels shall be located in appropriate electrical rooms. If this cannot be accommodated, panels may be located in the corridors if provided with keyed locks.

GFI. Ground Fault Interrupter (GFI) outlets shall be installed per electrical code.

Water Coolers. Electricity for the Electric Water Coolers (EWC) shall be per manufacturer’s instructions, but in no case shall the electrical outlet and cord be located outside of the area encompassed by the EWC, where it would be easily accessible. All EWC shall be GFI protected.

CYS Commercial Internet/WiFi: Entire facility shall be commercial WiFi enabled and shall be capable of supporting Virtual Lab School (VLS) training, child programming, teaching curriculum, etc.

6. FIRE PROTECTION

Emergency Lighting. Emergency lighting shall be provided in all occupied rooms, including the Mechanical Room and Electrical Room.

Fire Protection Systems. Comply with UFC 3-600-01. Occupancy Classification is “Day- Care” in accordance with NFPA 101, Life Safety Code. Provide complete automatic sprinkler system, fire alarm/mass-notification system, and carbon monoxide detection in accordance with UFC 3-600-01 and UFC 4-021-01. Provide smoke detection in all areas including closets over 20 sq. ft. except the kitchen and spaces not climate controlled such as the attic, walk-in coolers, and the mechanical equipment room. Maintain smoke detectors at least 3 ft. from all HVAC diffusers. Heat detectors are not required in any area because the facility is fully protected with a sprinkler system. Fire caulking shall be red in color making it easily distinguishable from standard caulking.

Fire Extinguishers. Provide general purpose fire extinguishers in corridors, mechanical rooms and electrical rooms in accordance with NFPA 10. Provide wet chemical fire extinguishing equipment in the kitchen in accordance with NFPA 96 and NFPA 17A.

Fire Extinguisher Cabinet. A recessed fire extinguisher cabinet shall be provided. Kitchen, mechanical and electrical do not require cabinet.

Storage Height Limitation Line. In rooms where shelves are provided (to include Janitor Closet, Storage Rooms, Car Seat Storage, etc.), interior walls shall be marked with a red line 1” in width located 18” below the lowest point of the sprinkler head. The red line shall be provided on the walls with shelves as a minimum. In addition, where adjustable shelves are provided in storage rooms, shelving standards shall be mounted so that the top of the bottom shelf can be located 1.5’ - 2’ above the floor. There is no need to plan for the top shelf to be any higher than 3’ below the ceiling.

7. SECURITY AND MONITORING – CLOSED CIRCUIT TELEVISION (CCTV)

Requirements. CCTV shall include visual and audio recording.

Power.

CCTV POWER SUPPLY: Power for the CCTV shall be distributed from the SER rack mount power supply to each camera location (Class 2 limited power source - low voltage system - 24VAC to the cameras). The number of cameras provided for each facility shall be as indicated on the SECURITY & MONITORING PLAN included in the Child Development Center (CDC) for Children 6 Weeks - 5 Years Old Standard Plans.

SURVEILLANCE EQUIPMENT RACK (SER): The circuit shall be terminated with a 3-prong receptacle (L5-30P3W125V) recess-mounted in the location designated for the SER.

Small Facility – At a minimum, a dedicated NEMA 30 Amp 125V circuit is required.

Medium And Large Facilities - Two (2) at a minimum, a dedicated NEMA 30 Amp 125V circuit is required.

PARENTAL VIEWING MONITOR (PVM): A standard 110 VAC receptacle shall be installed at the location designated for the PVMs. The receptacle shall be mounted above the drop ceiling and can be tied to any circuit in the facility.

PVM WORKSTATION (PWS): A standard110 VAC outlet shall be made available at the reception desk, for the PVM workstation.

Electrical Metallic Tubing (EMT). EMT shall be sized in accordance with the National Electric Code (NEC) based upon the type, gauge and quantity of cabling and wiring installed within the EMT. The conduit fill rate shall conform to the NEC standard.

Power Cable. Note: Cameras are not analog. They are digital and run on Power Over Ethernet (POE). Preferred cable is Belden 2413008A1000; Multi-Conductor-Enhanced Category 6 Nonbonded-Pair Cables 4-pair U/UTP CMP Reel-in-Box Gray.

All power cables shall be one continuous run. Splicing is not acceptable.

In the location designated for the SER, leave 20' excess coil of power cable.

Video Camera Cable. Note: Cameras are not analog. They are digital and run on Power Over Ethernet (POE). Power and Video shall be on the same POE cable. Preferred cable is Belden 2413008A1000; Multi-Conductor-Enhanced Category 6 Nonbonded-Pair Cables 4-pair U/UTP CMP Reel-in-Box Gray.

Cable runs should be kept under 275 ft. where possible, and should not exceed 327 ft. This distance can be lengthened with the use of extenders, however it does result in degradation of signal and should be avoided whenever possible.

Ceiling Installations. In areas with drop ceilings, run conduit (w/ video and power cabling) above the ceiling from SER location to each camera location. Leave 6' excess coil of power and video cable tied up at the camera location.

In areas w/o dropped ceilings, run conduit (w/ video and power cabling) above ceiling from SER location to each camera location. Provide one (1) single gang receptacle box, recess mounted, on the wall no more than 12', and no less than 8', above the fixed floor at each camera location (the closer to 12' is preferable for greater field of view.) All receptacle boxes in the same area shall be mounted at the same distance from the fixed floor.

In areas with exposed conduit, provide one (1) octagon box surface mounted on the wall no more than 12', and no less than 8', above the fixed floor at each camera location (the closer to 12' is preferable for greater field of view). All receptacle boxes in the same area shall be mounted at the same distance from the fixed floor.

Exterior Cameras. In areas where cameras are to be installed on building exterior, run conduit (w/ video and power cabling) from SER location to the adjacent interior location.

Leave the requested 6' excess coil of power and video cable tied up at the location. Do not penetrate the wall, if required, a 4"x 4" junction box and sleeve will be installed during camera installation. Request a #12 solid ground wire at each designated exterior camera location. Suggested grounding options are:

Grounding wire(s) to be attached to a grounded conduit run, or run grounding wire from communication room/SER location to exterior cameras. If option #2 is the method of grounding, provide a #6 or #8 ground wire from communication room/SER location to a power panel.

Cat-6 Cable and Connection. A 10/100/1000 Base-T CAT-6 circuit shall be provided between the facilities administrator's office and the SER location. A second 10/100/1000 Base-T CAT-6 circuit shall be provided between the PVM workstation location at the reception desk and the SER. This shall include a terminated RJ-45 receptacle at the administrator's office and the PVM workstation location. At the SER, both circuits shall be un-terminated with 20' excess coiled in overhead.

Pull Box. A pull box shall be installed at the PVM with an EMT wire path between it and the PVM workstation location. All EMT shall be a minimum of one inch in diameter.

Diffusers/Register/Grilles. Do not install diffusers, registers, or grilles above a location designated for SER. Forced heat during winter months may cause over-heating of equipment.

Cable Trays. Use cable trays throughout the facility. Recommend using tray to get camera wires as close to the camera locations as possible. Then run conduit to the exact locations using the most direct route.

Network Enterprise Center (NEC): At minimum a pair of single mode fiber optic cable between the NEC and the outlying CYS Facility (either direct or cross-connected from other buildings-direct is preferred) is required. For breaks, future proofing, or expansion, a second or third available pair is preferred. This requirement is in addition to any fiber optic cable that will be used for the NIPRNet.

8. SITE AND BUILDING EXTERIOR

Criteria. Site and building exterior must be in accordance with Host Nation Requirements, Specific Geographical Requirements, Installation Design Guide (IDG) or other garrison criteria.

Site Size: Large CDC requires a minimum of 3.0 acres of program space (to include building, playground and parking). Modify minimum acreage accordingly for Medium and Small CDC. ATFP standoff distances, building and site set-backs, and other Garrison site requirements may vary and affect overall size of the site.

Site Layout. The layout of the parking lot and traffic circulation must consider the safety of the children when entering and departing the facility. Parking lots shall be designed such that children are not required to walk behind parked vehicles as they walk from the parking lot to the building. In other words, sidewalks shall be provided immediately in front of or beside the parked car. These sidewalks must be sufficient width to accommodate the overhang of the vehicle and still provide ABA width, and shall be of adequate width to accommodate patrons with strollers and little children. Eliminate the possibility of a child being required to walk behind a parked car to gain access to the building. If curbside or parallel parking is provided, parking should be restricted to the right side so children will not exit the vehicle on the street side of the vehicle. If the parking lot design requires crosswalks, as a minimum, these must be painted and identifiable with signage in appropriate locations to ensure the safety of the patrons. In addition to the curb ramps required for ABA, provide curb ramps as needed at all crosswalks for parents with strollers and little children. Where a crosswalk crosses the traffic circulation path, consider placing the walk way on top of a speed table to ensure vehicles have slowed at that location.

All sidewalks and exit pathways must be ABA compliant. The sidewalk around the perimeter of the building shall be 6’ wide. The sidewalk around the perimeter of the building must be directly adjacent to the building, with no grass or landscaping between the sidewalk and the building.

Required fire exits (which includes exterior exits from all activity rooms) from the building will lead to a public way or to a clear safe area which is a minimum distance of 50’ from the building. If this is located within a fenced area, they shall terminate at a gate in the playground fence.

Locate exterior mechanical and electrical equipment as far from the main entrance as possible. It is recommended that the mechanical yard be located at the side of the facility.

Screening is required that is architecturally compatible with the facility.

Ramps. Exterior ramps shall comply with ABA, including ABA Handrails Advisory 505.4 requiring child height handrails in addition to adult height handrails. This Advisory is mandatory for CDC facilities.

Parking. The only reserved parking in the patron parking area shall be the minimum number of ABA compliant spaces required. Unless required by Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED), Installation policies, or other standard, it is strongly recommended that reserved spaces for car pools, energy efficient vehicles, etc. are not provided since the spaces close to the door are the preferred spaces for parents with small children who are the patrons of this facility.

Rows of parking spaces shall not be provided in dead-end vehicular circulation paths.

The number of parking spaces are as follows. These numbers are based on 1 car per staff member, and 1 car for every 4 children.

Small: 59 spaces minimum

Medium: 104 spaces minimum

Large: 146 spaces minimum

Emergency Access Roads and Fire Lanes. Emergency vehicle access roads shall meet the requirements of NFPA 1 and UFC 3-600-01. Fire Lanes shall be painted red and marked accordingly.

Entry Canopy. An entrance canopy shall be provided. The canopy shall be permanent construction, and shall enhance the architectural theme of the facility. The minimum area of this canopy shall be 100 square feet, with a minimum dimension of 8’. Per Army criteria, this area counts as half-scope to the total square footage of the facility. Larger canopies are acceptable.

Wall Hydrants. Freeze-proof, enclosed wall hydrants, 18” above finished grade, are required on the walls of the building as noted below. They must be of the frost/freeze protective type with removable cut off handles with integral vacuum breakers. A picture is provided below as to the desired type of hydrant. This picture is provided as a guideline only, and is not meant to dictate a manufacturer or model. As a minimum, they shall be located as follow:

One (1) by the kitchen door in all size facilities

One (1) in each of the 3 playgrounds in the small and medium facilities

One (1) in the Infant/Pre-Tod playground, 2 in the Toddler/Pre-School playground, and two (2) in the Pre-K/Kindergarten playgrounds in the large facilities

Receptacles. In addition to receptacles required by the UFC, provide appropriate tamper-proof exterior electrical outlets near each set of exterior storage room doors. Mount the outlets at 18” A.F.F. in protective, lockable boxes.

Fire Requirements. Fire alarm audio/visual devices and rapid entry fire fighter entry key lock box shall be provided on the exterior of the building, at the main entrance. Key lock box must be supervised by the fire alarm system. In addition to the exterior notification appliances required by UFC or Code, provide at least one (1) fire alarm visual device on the exterior wall for each playground.

9. CLARIFICATIONS TO THE ARMY STANDARD

The Army Standard is the mandatory criteria from which this document was developed. The following items are clarifications or updates to the information in the Army Standard. Where there is a conflict between the Army Standard and the Design Criteria, the information below serves to clarify the requirements of the Army Standard.

The finish schedule on page 14 replaces the outdated finish schedule provided as guidance in the Army Standard.

In the references listed in the Army Standard, replace “AR 415-5 – Appendix L” with “AR 420-1, Section VII.

CCTV requirements at the Control Desk (Central Counter/Reception Desk in the Army Standard) are provided in this document in paragraph 7 above.

In the Accessibility requirements listed in the Army Standard, add the following, “The Department of Justice has determined that facilities in compliance with the Architectural Barriers Act (ABA) Accessibility Standards for Department of Defense Facilities, as adopted by the Department of Defense in Oct., 2008, are compliant with ADA.”

Bottoms of vision panels have been lowered from 54” to 51” to provide easier visibility into the room, based on the height of the cubbies.

The POC for the USACE Center of Standardization for Child and Youth Services is Mr.

Jelani Ingram, CEHNC-ED-CS-A, Jelani.A.Ingram@usace.army.mil, (256) 895-1869.

10. DIAPER CHANGING STATION.

The typical Diaper Changing Station is illustrated below. Diaper changing station shall be pre-manufactured. The diagrams and photos illustrate the desired sizes and features.

Diaper changing stations may be configured with the sink on the left or the right. Diaper changing stations shall comply with General Cabinetry requirements above. Diaper changing stations shall be located in the following areas: Infant/Pre-Tod/Toddler Activity Rooms, Preschool/Pre-K/Kindergarten Activity Rooms, and Outreach Transitional Care Activity Rooms.

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Mandatory features include: 24” deep by 60” wide cabinetry. 14 pull-out diaper trays, solid surfacing top with integral sink and 5”– 6” tall curbs – measured in accordance with the manufacturer, pull-out stairs with an integral handrail on the outside edge for ease of opening, and a pull-out area under the sink for location of a trash can and supplies.

The working surface of the diaper changing station shall be 34” above the floor. The side walls shall be 6” above the work surface with cutouts at the stairs and sink as shown in photos below. Top shall be white or off-white without pattern or design.

Stairs shall be provided with rollers or glides for ease of opening and closing. The only portion of the stairs that may be in contact with the floor are rollers or wheels if used. In addition, the stairs shall not have lateral movement from side to side. They must pull straight out and push straight in with no other movement. Stairs shall lock securely in place when pulled out for use. The pull-out stairs shall have an integral handrail on the outside edge for ease of opening.

Doors that conceal the pull-out diaper trays and the pull-out under the sink shall be provided with locks. These locks shall be keyed alike, and shall be the same key that is provided for the food prep and crafts cabinet door locks and the sign-in desk drawer locks.

Cabinet edges shall be eased to avoid sharp corners.

Locate the paper towel dispenser so that it does not conflict with the diaper changing operation or become a hazard for the child on the diaper changing station. Per the toilet accessory schedule, soap dispensers and a mirror are not required in this location.

11. CUBBIES.

A typical design of pre-manufactured cubbies is illustrated below. The Infant/Pre-Tod/Toddler Activity Rooms have 14 cubbies. The Preschool/Pre-K/Kindergarten Activity Rooms and the Outreach/Transitional Care Activity Rooms have 24 cubbies. Each cubbie should measure 12” wide x 15” deep and 48” tall, no drawers. They shall be permanently attached to walls.

Provided by Building Contractor.

12. SIGN-IN DESKS. The typical Sign-in Desk in the Activity Rooms is illustrated below:

13. FOOD PREP/ARTS & CRAFTS CABINETS. A recommended solution for the Food

Prep/Arts and Crafts cabinets in the Activity Rooms is shown below:

14. ROOM FINISH SCHEDULE

ROOM NAME

FLOOR

MATERIAL

BASE

MATERIAL

WALL

MATERIAL

CEILING

MATERIAL

CEILING

HEIGHT

1. VESTIBULE PT/CT &

WOM

PT/CT EPGB ACT 8’

2. WAITING AREA LVT RB EPGB ACT 8’

3. CENTRALCOUNTER/

RECEPTION

LVT RB EPGB ACT 8’/7’

4. ADMIN STORAGE VCT RB EPGB ACT 8’-9’

5. ISOLATION AREA SV RB EPGB ACT 8’

6. ISOLATION TOILET

AREA

PT/CT PT/CT PT/CT*&EPGB ACT 8’

7. ADMINISTRATIVE

OFFICES

LVT or

CPT

RB PGB ACT 8’

8. INFANT/PRE-

TOD/TODDLER

ACTIVITY ROOM

SV RB EPGB ACT 8’

9. INFANT/PRE-

TOD/TODDLER STORAGE

ROOM

VCT RB EPGB ACT 8’-9’

10. INFANT/PRE-

TOD/TODDLER TOILET

AREA

PT/CT PT/CT PT/CT*&EPGB ACT 8’

11. PRESCHOOL/PRE-

K/KINDERGARTEN

ACTIVITY ROOM

SV RB EPGB ACT 8’

12. PRESCHOOL/PRE-

K/KINDERGARTEN

STORAGE ROOM

VCT RB EPGB ACT 8’-9’

13. PRESCHOOL/PRE-

K/KINDERGARTEN TOILET

AREA

PT/CT PT/CT PT/CT*&EPGB ACT 8’

14. BUGGY STORAGE LVT RB EPGB ACT 8’

15. PUBLIC & STAFF

TOILETS

PT/CT PT/CT PT/CT*&EPGB ACT 8’

16. EXTERIOR STORAGE VCT RB EPGB ACT 8’-9’

17. JANITOR CLOSET QT QT CT*&EPGB VACT or

PGB

8’-9’

18. STROLLER/CAR SEAT

AREA

LVT RB EPGB ACT 8’

19. TRAINING ROOM VCT RB EPGB ACT 8’

20. TRAINING ROOM

STORAGE

VCT RB EPGB ACT 8’-9’

21. STAFF LOUNGE VCT RB EPGB ACT 8’

22. CENTRAL STORAGE VCT RB EPGB ACT 8’-9’

23. CCTV EQUIPMENT

ROOM

VCT RB EPGB ACT 8’

FLOOR

MATERIAL

BASE

MATERIAL

WALL

MATERIAL

CEILING

MATERIAL

CEILING

HEIGHT

24. KITCHEN QT QT CT VACT 8’-9’

24A. DRY FOOD STORAGE QT QT CT VACT 8’-9’

25. LAUNDRY ROOM QT QT EPGB VACT 8’

26.

OUTREACH/TRANSITIONAL

CARE ACTIVITY ROOM

SV RB EPGB ACT 8’

27.

OUTREACH/TRANSITIONAL

CARE STORAGE ROOM

VCT RB EPGB ACT 8’-9’

28.

OUTREACH/TRANSITIONAL

CARE TOILET AREA

PT/CT PT/CT PT/CT*&EPGB ACT 8’

29. ACTIVE PLAY ROOM ATH FL RB EPGB ACT 8’-9’

30. ACTIVE PLAY

STORAGE ROOM

VCT RB EPGB ACT 8’-9’

31. ACTIVE PLAY TOILET

AREA

PT/CT PT/CT PT/CT*&EPGB ACT 8’

32. NURSING MOTHERS

ROOM

LVT RB EPGB ACT 8’

33. CORRIDOR(S) LVT RB EPGB ACT 8’

34. UTILITY ROOMS:

MECHANICAL ROOM CONC RB PGB EXP

STRUC

ELECTRICAL ROOM CONC RB PGB EXP

COMMUNICATIONS

ROOM

CONC RB PGB EXP

Note: Finishes shown above represent minimum finishes. Other finishes meeting or exceeding the performance of the finishes shown above may be considered.

Note: An asterisk (*) identifies Program Space that has a mandatory minimum size.

FINISH SCHEDULE LEGEND:

ACT Acoustical Ceiling Tile (2’ x 2’)

ATH FL Athletic Floor - Connor’s 4 + 4 Elasti-plus flooring system or approved equal.

CONC Sealed Concrete Floor

CT Ceramic Tile (with asterisk = minimum 4’-0” high)

CPT Carpet Tiles (anti-static)

EPGB Epoxy Painted Gypsum Board or acceptable alternative

EXP STRUC Exposed Structure

EXTGB Exterior Gyp Board

PGB Painted Gypsum Board

PT Porcelain Tile

QT Quarry Tile

RB Rubber Base

SV Sheet Vinyl

VACT Vinyl Faced Acoustical Tile (moisture resistant) on a Suspension System

VCT Vinyl Composition Tile or acceptable alternative

LVT Luxury Vinyl Tile (Thickness must be 20mil or higher)

WOM Walk-off Mat

15. NET AREAS AND TOTAL GROSS BUILDING AREA:

SMALL

126 Capacity

MEDIUM

232 Capacity

LARGE

338 Capacity

1. VESTIBULE 75sf 75sf 75sf

2. WAITING AREA 100sf 260sf 260sf

3. CENTRALCOUNTER/

RECEPTION

90sf 130sf 130sf

4. ADMIN STORAGE 25sf 40sf 40sf

5. ISOLATION AREA 53sf 53sf 53sf

6. ISOLATION TOILET AREA 40sf 40sf 40sf

7. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES

DIRECTOR’S OFFICE 120sf 120sf 120sf

ASST. DIRECTOR’S OFFICE 90sf 90sf 90sf

OPEN OFFICE AREA 130sf 300sf 300sf

8. INFANT/PRE-TOD/TODDLER

ACTIVITY ROOM

*490sf Program Area 626sf +/- Net Area (4)

*490sf Program

Area 626sf +/-

Net Area (8)

*490sf Program

Area 626sf +/-

Net Area (12)

9.INFANT/PRE-TOD/TODDLER

STORAGE ROOM

45sf (4) 45sf (8) 45sf (12)

10. INFANT/PRE-TOD/TODDLER

TOILET AREA

38sf (4) 38sf (8) 38sf (12)

11. PRESCHOOL/PRE-K/KINDER-

GARTEN ACTIVITY ROOM

*840sf Program Area 1023sf +/-

Net Area (3)

*840sf Program

Area 1023sf +/-

Net Area (6)

*840sf Program

Area 1023sf +/-

Net Area (9)

12. PRESCHOOL/PRE-K/KINDER-

GARTEN STORAGE ROOM

45sf (3) 45sf (6) 45sf (9)

13. PRESCHOOL/PRE-K/KINDER-

GARTEN TOILET AREA

62sf (3) 62sf (6) 62sf (9)

14. BUGGY STORAGE 45sf 45sf (2) 45sf (3)

15. PUBLIC & STAFF TOILETS 48sf (2) 48sf (5) 48sf (6)

16. EXTERIOR STORAGE 40sf (5) 40sf (8) 40sf (11)

17. JANITOR CLOSET 45sf 45sf 45sf

18. STROLLER/CAR SEAT AREA 50sf 60sf 100sf

19. TRAINING ROOM 260sf 460sf 660sf

20. TRAINING ROOM STORAGE 30sf 50sf 50sf

21. STAFF LOUNGE 300sf 400sf 600sf

22. CENTRAL STORAGE 40sf 120sf 240sf

23. CCTV EQUIPMENT ROOM 60sf 60sf 60sf

24. KITCHEN 906sf 982sf 982sf

24A. DRY FOOD STORAGE In Kitchen In Kitchen In Kitchen

25. LAUNDRY ROOM 100sf 180sf 180sf

26. OUTREACH/TRANSITIONAL CARE

ACTIVITY ROOM

*840sf Program Area 1023sf +/-

Net Area

*840sf Program

Area 1023sf +/-

Net Area

*840sf Program

Area 1023sf +/-

Net Area

27. OUTREACH/TRANSITIONAL CARE

STORAGE ROOM

45sf 45sf 45sf

28. OUTREACH/TRANSITIONAL CARE

TOILET AREA

62sf 62sf 62sf

29. ACTIVE PLAY ROOM *1080sf *1080sf *1080sf (2)

30. ACTIVE PLAY STORAGE ROOM 90sf 90sf 80sf (2)

31. ACTIVE PLAY TOILET AREA 45sf 45sf 45sf (2)

32. NURSING MOTHERS ROOM 48sf 48sf 48sf

33. CORRIDOR(S) 1556sf 2824sf 3931sf

MECHANICAL ROOM 783sf 1374sf 1568sf

ELECTRICAL ROOM 108sf 203sf 119sf

COMMUNICATIONS ROOM 96sf 131sf 152sf

TOTAL PROGRAMED SPACES 14,017sf 23,492sf 32,876sf

TOTAL GROSS FACTOR

(Incl. interior & exterior wall thickness)

1,833sf 2,958sf 4,424sf

TOTAL BUILDING GROSS 15,850sf 26,450sf 37,300sf

NOTE: An asterisk (*) identifies Program Space that has a mandatory minimum size.

Numbers in () = quantity of these rooms in the building.

16. TOILET FIXTURE & GRAB BAR SCHEDULE

DESCRIPTION: CDC (0-5) ADULT:

Water Closet (Toilet) – ABA – floor mounted Infants: Not Applicable

17" min -19" max AFF to seat

Preschool: 12" AFF to seat

ABA dimension centerline of WC to wall

Infants: Not Applicable Preschool: 12" min -15" max 16" min -18" max

Water Closet (Toilet) - Non-ABA – floor mounted

Infants: 10"-11" AFF to rim

Typical Industry Standard

Preschool: 13"-14" to rim

Lavatory (Handsink) – ABA – wall hung Infants: Not Applicable 34" max AFF to rim

Preschool: 20" AFF to rim

Lavatory (Handsink) - Non ABA – wall hung Infants: 17" AFF to rim

Typical Industry

Urinal - ABA Not Applicable 17" max AFF to rim

Urinal - Non-ABA Not Applicable Typical Industry

Drinking Fountain within Activity Rm Infants: 17" AFF to rim Not Applicable

Drinking Fountain in Corridor - ABA < 27" max to rim AFF < 36" max to rim AFF or EWC 29"-34" to spout AFF 38"-43" to spout AFF

Min one of each req'd; Min one of each req'd;

If >2, 50% of each req'd If >2, 50% of each req'd

Grab Bars in ABA stalls & rooms Preschool: 20"- 25" AFF to top 33"min - 36" max AFF to top

Grab bars req'd on rear & adjacent wall Infants: Not Applicable

NOTES:

1. ABA requirements based upon ABA Accessibility Standard for Department of Defense Facilities, adopted Oct, 2008.

2. ABA requires only one (1) plumbing fixture of each type in every toilet room to comply with ABA/ADA. All other fixtures comply with Army Standards.

3. CDC standards are based upon The Army Standard for Child Development Centers for Children Ages 6 weeks to 5 years.

4 Within CDC's, drinking fountain outside of the Active Play Rooms shall be mounted 20" AFF to the rim.

5. Within the Isolation Toilet in CDC's, water closet to be 15" AFF to rim, lavatory 20" AFF to rim, and grab bars mounted at 25" AFF to the top.

17. TOILET ACCESSORY SCHEDULE

FIXTURE

TYPE

ADULT

TOILETS &

LAVATORIES

ACTIVITY

ROOM

CHILD

TOILETS

ACTIVITY

ROOM

LAVATORIES

(Hand sinks

DIAPERING

STATIONS

FOOD

PREPRATION

SINKS

ISOLATION

AREA

TOILET

Mirror+ X X X

Paper Towel Dispenser*

X X X X X

Trash Receptacle

(user provided)

X X X X X

Soap Dispenser*

X User provided retail pump soap

User provided retail pump soap

X X

ABA

Exposed Piping

Covering

X X X X

Coat Hook X

Toilet Tissue Dispenser*

X X X

ABA Grab Bars

X X Preschool

Toilets only at Child

ABA height

X at Child ABA height

* Soap, toilet paper and paper towel dispensers – coordinate with the installation and provide in accordance with the service contract. Store bought soap in pump bottles to be used in child activity rooms.

+ Mirrors in most areas must be a tempered safety glass mirror, with stainless steel surround, including clear film applied to mirrored surface to retain glass pieces, if somehow the tempered…