Division 10 - Specialities

Division 10 - Specialities
10.01 Chalkboards and Tackboards


     A.   Chalkboards and tackboards must comply with UMCP Design
          Standards for Instructional Spaces in Division 12.

     B.   Provide one (1) bulletin board outside each classroom.

          1.   Model:    Claridge #958-W     4' x 4', or approved
                                             equal.
                         Claridge #962-W     4' x 8', or approved
                                             equal.
                         Hardwood Frame -    1-3/4"

          2.   Color:    #2100 - NuTAN or approved equal.

10.02 Exterior Building Signs


     Currently, the UMCP standard sign is to be of the shape, size,
     and material as specified in the detail drawing.  The cast
     alumimum letters presented are for special building names and
     are to be used when appropriate and as directed on a
     project-by-project basis.
Exterior Sign Standard (TIF Format)
Installation Specifications: Building Identification (TIF Format)

10.03 Fire Extinguishers & Fire Extinguisher Cabinets


PART I - GENERAL

All requirements of the State of Maryland and Office of the State
Fire Marshal shall apply to the specifications and design
requirements, including the following:

A.   NFPA National Fire Prevention Code (NFPA 1) 

B.   Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL), Fire Protection Equipment
     List

C.   Maryland Occupational Safety and Health Act

D.   National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 10, Standard for
     the Installation, Maintenance and Use of Portable Fire
     Extinguishers (latest edition)


PART II - PRODUCTS

2.1  All dry chemical ("ABC") extingushers shall be: Multi-purpose
     dry chemical stored pressured fire extinguishers, steel
     cylinder (12 year hydrostatic test interval), all metal valve,
     handle and syphon tube assembly, readable pressure gauge, red
     in color, rechargeable, and flexible discharge hose.  
     
     1)   10 lb size: U.L. Rating 4A-60B:C, Amerex Model #441 or
          approved equal shall be installed in all areas unless
          specifically specified.

     2)   5 lb size: U.L. Rating 2A-40B:C, Amerex Model #424          or
          approved equal shall be installed in all lab areas.

          
2.2  All dry Chemical ("BC").  Class "BC" purpose potassium
     bicarbonate (Purple K) stored pressure fire extinguishers,
     steel cylinder (12 year hydrostatic test interval), all metal
     valve, handle and syphon tube assembly, readable pressure
     gauge, red in color, rechargeable, and flexible discharge
     hose.   

     1)   10 lb size: U.L. Rating 80B:C, Amerex Model #460 or
          approved equal shall be installed in all commercial
          kitchen areas. 

          

2.3  Halon. Halon fire extingushers will not be permitted.

2.4  FIRE EXTINGUISHER CABINETS: All fire extingushers located in
     areas accessible to the public (ie. corridors, lobbies,
     public assembly areas and open office areas) shall be placed
     in a fire extinguisher cabinet. 
     
     A.   Fire extinguisher cabinets for recessed indoor
          installations
     
          1)   Cabinets shall be 18 gauge steel, red baked enamel
               with red trim mounted in a semi-recessed position. 
               Larsens Model #2712 or approved equal.

          2)   Cabinet doors shall be 18 gauge red steel, mounted
               on continuous piano hinges. The door shall be
               provided with a tamper-proof lock, two keys, with
               break away acrylic panel. When the panel is broken,
               the cabinet door shall be opened from the    inside
               by tripping the door lever. Larsens Door Style with
               lock and "Break-A-  Way acrylic panel" or approved
               equal.

          3)   Cabinet trim shall be 18 gauge red steel or painted
               red under the painting division.  The return trim
               for the semi-recessed mounting shall not be less
               than 1¬ inches.  Larsens Semi-recessed type suffix
               "RK, RL, or RM."

          4)   The minimum interior dimensions shall be 12 inches
               in width, 27 inches in height, and 8 inches in
               depth. Larsens Model #2712 or approved equal.

          5)   Cabinet key shall be CH751
     
     B.   Fire Extinguisher Cabinets for surface mounted locations
          and exterior areas.   
     
          1)   Cabinets shall be weather resistant 20 gauge, white
               or red baked enamel aluminum with break away
               acrylic panel front with pull handle and aluminum
               locking bar.  Lock shall be tamper proof and
               supplied with 2 keys. White cabinets shall be
               lettered in red with the words "FIRE EXTINGUISHER" 
               Larsen's Model #AL 2410 with Break-A-Way acrylic
               panel or approved equal. 


          2)   Minimum interior dimensions shall be 10 inches in
               width, 24 inches in height, and 6 inches in depth.          
          3)   Lock key shall be CH751
                         
2.3  MISCELLANEOUS ACCESSORIES

     A.   Wall Mounting Hangers shall be Amerex Model #1007 or
          approved equal. 

     B.   Indicating Signs for areas where fire extinguishers will
          not be readily visible (ie. warehouses, shop areas, large
          laboratories) shall be red in color with red letters
          printed inside a white arrow with the word FIRE printed
          horizontally on top and the word EXTINGUISHER printed
          vertically below, 4 inches by 18 inches, flexible vinyl
          with adhesive backing. Seton Model #37809 or approved
          equal. 

PART III - EXECUTION FIRE EXTINGUISHER CABINETS

3.1  Fire extinguisher cabinets shall be provided in sufficient
     number and location but shall not exceed the minimum
     requirements of NFPA Standard 10.

3.2  Where construction does not allow the installation of recessed
     cabinets (penthouses, mechanical rooms, etc.), surface mounted
     cabinets shall be specified. Surface mounted cabinets shall
     meet the requirements of II-B above, except that they shall be
     surface mounted type. (Larsen's Model 2409SMSM or approved
     equal).

3.3  Cabinets are not required in labs areas, shop areas, and any
     other area as approved by the University.Fire extinguishers
     not placed in cabinets shall be mounted on hangers as
     specified in Section 2.3 of this Specification and as
     indicated in NFPA 10.

10.04 Infant Changing Stations


     One set of men's and women's toilet rooms on the first (main
     building entrance level) floor of all new construction are to
     include a horizontally mounted infant changing station that
     complies with ADA.

     Acceptable manufacturers include:  Baby Changing station by
     Koala Bear Kare and Diaper Deck by American Infant Care
     Products (AICP), or approved equal.  The color to be
     determined on a project-by-project basis.

10.05 Interior Graphics/Signage


     The design shall include an identification and directional
     system to communicate information essential to the operation
     of the new facility.  The interior/exterior graphic system is
     to assist individuals moving to and within the facility. 
     Particular attention must be given to the needs of individuals
     with disabilities to permit their access to the building from
     parking areas and walkways and to move freely throughout the
     building.

     It is imperative that the interior graphic system meets
     critical maintenance, replacement, and anti-vandalism
     specifications with regard to location and method of
     application, as well as design specifications for material,
     color, texture, dimensions, and letter type (reference sign
     detail.  These requirements also apply to painted wall
     graphics.

     The development of the interior signage system and all
     supplementary graphics specific to the project shall be
     coordinated with the DAEC.  The specific room numbering
     assignments are to be conducted by DAEC at the completion of
     the Schematic Design Phase.  All rooms shall be numbered on
     the drawings using the University room numbering standard.
     
     The design is to be in accordance with the following
     references:

     A.   Interior Room Numbering Standard

          In order to properly identify rooms, assign space and
          maintain a computerized space inventory and key control,
          the following room numbering and identification system is
          in use at the College Park Campus.



Figure 1 (JPG Format)
1. Each floor within a building is to be assigned a group of 4-digit numbers. The first digit will indicate the floor of the building, the second will indicate the wing, and third and fourth will indicate the room number in that wing. 2. The four digit number may have an alpha prefix indicating a sub-basement (SB0123), basement (B0123) or mezzanine (M1123), or an alpha suffix indicating a part of one room or space (1123A). 3. Small rectangular buildings will be numbered using 4-digits, where the first digit will indicate the floor, the last two digits shall indicate the room number and the second digit shall be "one". Figure 2 (JPG Format)
4. Each room entered from a public corridor will have a separate room number. Rooms with more than one door opening into the corridor will have the same number plate. Where spaces are not entered from a public corridor, but from another space, they will be assigned the same room number with an alpha suffix. Note: In the alpha suffix system, letters "I" and "O" are not assigned. When the letter "Z" is passed, continue with AA, BB, etc. Room number suffixes will be assigned in a clockwise direction with even numbered rooms on one side and odd numbered rooms on the opposite side. (See FIGURE 2.) 5. The room numbering system must be flexible enough to accommodate physical changes which may occur during the life of the building. The most frequent changes will be the subdivision of larger rooms into smaller rooms. In cases where long rooms run parallel with the corridor, a block of numbers will be reserved so that if future subdivisions do occur, numbers will be available for the spaces without renumbering the entire wing. 6. The numbering system should reflect a general location within the building. This can be done most easily by "stacking" room numbers as much as possible. For instance, room 1101 should be in the same relative position in the building as room 2101 and 3101. 7. All public corridors, lobbies, elevators, lifts, and stairways will be numbered starting from 99 and going down, i.e., 1199, 1198, 1197, 1196, etc. (See FIGURE 3.) Figure 1 (JPG Format)
FIGURE 3. B. Identification System 1. All building support areas will be marked with a sign identifying its room use. Building support areas include: mechanical, electrical, elevator and telephone equipment rooms, custodial closets, and toilets. a. For these support spaces all drawings are to reflect the following abbreviations: - Mechanical equipment rooms - ME - Electrical rooms, transformer vaults - EE - Elevator machinery - X - Telephone equipment - TE - Custodial closets - CU - Men's Rooms - MT - Women's Rooms - WT - Bathroom - T b. All signage for these spaces will be worded as follows to provide uniformity: - Mechanical equipment rooms - "MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT" - Electrical rooms, transformer vaults - "ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT" - Elevator machinery - "ELEVATOR EQUIPMENT" - Telephone equipment - "TELEPHONE EQUIPMENT" - Custodial closets - "CUSTODIAL" - Men's Rooms - "MEN" - Women's Rooms - "WOMEN" - Bathroom - "TOILET" C. Assignment of Room Numbers to New Buildings Design drawings shall incorporate room numbering in accordance with the UM Room Numbering Standard identified above. Before working drawings are completed, the doors that are scheduled to have room # plates and/or room i.d. signs shall be identified. At the completion of construction, all "As Built" floor plans (architectural, mechanical, electrical, and structural) shall reflect the room numbers as installed by the contractor. D. Assignment of Room Numbers for Renovation Projects Before any renovation begins, DAEC will mark room numbers on two (2) set of plans in accordance with the Standard Room Numbering and Room Identification System, indicating what room numbers and room identification sign are required. One set will be used to incorporate the information on the working drawings, and the second set will be distributed to Facilities Management O&M Building Security. At the completion of the renovation, "As Built" drawings, verifying work done and installation of the required room number plates and room identification signs shall be prepared. The cost for the fabrication and installation of room number plates and room identification signs will be included in the cost of renovation. E. Interior Room Identification Sign Detail NOTES: 1) All room numbers shall be 1" high, raised minimum 1/32" and include Braille. 2) All permanent assigned rooms, such as toilet rooms, stairs, floors designations and symbols of accessibility shall be raised minimum 1/32" and in Braille as required by ADA. All other signs may be engraved. 3) Non-permanent room names shall be installed in 3" black aluminum plate holder similar to name holder. 4) All signs shall be on 3-ply 1/8" black matt finish laminated plastic Gravoply II by New Hermes, Inc.(or equal). White letters on dull black background. 5) Style of letters shall be Helvetica Medium ¾" high. Height may vary with phrase length, but not smaller than 5/8" high. 6) Signs shall be attached to walls with "Normount 1201" or "3M Scotch" double-faced, or equal 1/32" thick tape; continuous around perimeter of sign and security one-way screws in toggle fasteners or expansion inserts appropriate to wall material. Delete tape on drywall surfaces. 7) Signs shall be latchside of door, unless otherwise directed. 8) Attach with #8 buttonhead TORX security screws (18-8 S.S.) unless otherwise directed. 9) Provide and install black aluminum plate holder with slide-in name plate with ½" letters or proportional to name length as required.
Interior Room Identification - Sign Detail (TIF Format)
Interior Room Identification - Sign Detail (DWG Format)
Interior Room Identification - Architechural Detail (TIF Format)
Interior Room Identification - Sign Detail (DWG Format)

10.06 Mailboxes


     If required as part of a project, coordination between the
     user, Department of Operations and Maintenance, and the
     Department of Architecture, Engineering, and Construction is
     required to determine specific requirements and acceptable
     manufacturers.

10.07 Restroom Requirements


     A.   Restroom facilities must be designed for ease of
          maintenance.

     B.   Graffiti resistant finishes shall be specified where
          possible.

     C.   Specify all stainless steel or chrome plated brass
          fittings for long lasting quality.

     D.   Each restroom shall have individual exhausts to prevent
          sound transmission.

     E.   Floors and walls (to at least 4'-0" above finished floor)
          shall be covered with ceramic tile.

     F.   Partitions shall be solid plastic (similar to "Polypro
          FR" and "Sanatac Class B FR"), mounted to walls using
          continuous wall brackets and continuous hinges.  The head
          rail shall be a heavy duty anti-grip design to prevent
          vandalism.  Partition shall meet the interior finish
          requirements of NFPA 101.  (Note:  The required fire test
          is ASTM E-84, which is the same as ANSI 2.5, CAN/ULC
          S102M, NFPA 255, UBC 42-1, UL723; Flame Spread Max. 200
          and Smoke Developed Max. 450).

     G.   Provide A MINIMUM OF two (2) 120 V receptacles on a
          separate 20 amp service spaced along wall above
          lavatories and adjacent to wall mounted mirrors.  Specify
          GFCI receptacles.

     H.   Wall mounted lavatories with drained indentation for soap
          are preferred.  Acceptable manufacturers:  American
          Standard, Kohler or Crane.  Countertop lavatories will be
          considered on a case by case basis by FACILITIES
          MANAGEMENT.

     I.   At a minimum, one lighting fixture to be connected on
          emergency power.

     J.   Public restroom lavatories shall have 29 inches clear
          from floor to underside of lavatory apron to allow
          regular lavatories to serve the disabled.  Special
          wheelchair lavatories are not to be used.

     K.   Provide floor mounted water closets with elongated bowls
          and Sloan Optima Plus Battery-Powered or equal hard wired
          flush valves with manual overide for waterclosets,
          urinals and lavs. Contact FACILITIES MANAGEMENT for
          acceptable manufacturers.

     L.   Each restroom shall have at least one floor drain.  Floor
          drains should be located under stall partitions where 
          one is not likely to walk.  Access to trap primers is
          required.  Slope floor to drains.

     M.   Specify wall mounted (not recessed) sanitary napkin waste
          receptacles, Rubbermaid Model No. 6140 or Rochester
          Midland Model No. 33W (or equal), in women's rest rooms
          (one per stall).  All restroom equipment shall be
          included in construction contract.

     N.   Provide at least one (1) electric hand dryer in        each
          restroom and one (1) Kimberly-Clark Capacitor Paper Towel
          Dispenser No. 09755.

     O.   The following University standard toilet tissue
          dispensers and liquid soap dispensers shall be specified:
     
          1.   A Kimberly-Clark jumbo roll tissue dispenser No.
               09556 shall be mounted a maximum of 36 inches from
               the rear wall to the center of the dispenser, a
               minimum of 19 inches above the floor.  Mount
               dispenser a minimum of six(6) inches to twelve (12)
               inches maximum clear above the handrail in
               wheelchair stalls.

          2.   Flush valve levers shall be located on the wide
               side in wheelchair stalls for easy reach.

          3.   Kimberly-Clark Capacitor Paper Towel Dispenser No.
               09755 shall be mounted such that the dispenser is
               accessible from a wheelchair and the lever should
               not exceed 48 inches from the floor.

          4.   Kimberly-Clark No. 91132 Skin Care 800 ml. Soap
               Dispensers to be mounted such that the top is 45"
               from the floor, accessible by wheelchair, and the
               level not to exceed 48".

               The design drawings shall locate the equipment and
               identify any wall support requirements associated
               with installation.

     P.   Provide separate stainless steel framed mirrors at least
          18 inches X 36 inches over each lavatory.  Continuous
          mirrors will be considered on a case-by-case basis.


     
Q.   PROVIDE AT LEAST ONE WALL MOUNTED URINAL AT 17" MAXIMUM HEIGHT
     TO THE RIM TO MEET ADA REQUIREMETNS IN EACH MENS TOILET ROOM
     AND AN ADDITIONAL ONE FOR EVERY TEN(10) OR MORE URINALS
     REQIRED BY CODE.
Restroom Requirements (TIF Format)
Restroom Requirements (DWG Format)