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SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies - Health Facilities Scotland

1. e TB H1 Pair lever action bib taps e WT4 1 in unslotted grated waste e TRR2 P 1 in plastic resealing bottle trap 2 DUH assembly e DU H Hospital pattern disposal unit with plain top e TB H1 Pair lever action bib taps 3 DU assembly e DU Hospital pattern disposal unit without plain top e TB H1 Pair lever action bib taps DU HS Identification A stainless steel plain top incorporating a sink and a hopper a left hand drainer is shown in the diagram Standards Stainless steel type 1 4301 304 as BS EN 10088 Copper tube as BS EN 1057 Flushing cistern as BS 1125 Float operated valves Diaphragm type as BS 1212 Floats plastics for ball valves as BS 2456 and Stainless steel tube as BS EN 10217 Description e a plain top of stainless steel min 1 5 mm or where press formed 1 2 mm with no tap holes no upstand edges rimmed and turned down underside sound deadened with smooth impermeable easily cleaned material and or underlined with stainless steel e the top incorporates a rectangular sink bowl without overflow and a hopper with continuous flushing rim and concealed connection plus P trap with 110 mm O D outlet Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 24 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland wy YK health racities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series ervices e asingle flush reversible
2. Figure 6 sink and sink top assemblies for use in connection with clinical procedures Note See also HBN 00 02 Sanitary spaces which provides guidance on the ergonomic requirements for individual sanitary assemblies and room layouts in healthcare facilities Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 38 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland y7 WK health Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series ervices Components used in Figure 6 e ST A B C Sinktops e TB H1 Pair lever action bib taps e WT2 1 in flush strainer waste e TRR2 P 17 in resealing bottle trap plastic ST A B C Identification Sink top with integral drainer left hand drainer shown in diagram Standards e stainless steel type 1 4301 304 S16 as BS EN 10088 e metal sinks for domestic services as BS EN 13310 Description e a stainless steel sink top min 1 2mm Type A with ribbed drainer no tap holes no overflow no chain hole no upstand edges rimmed and turned down incorporating a rectangular sink bowl min 0 9 mm e underside sound deadened with smooth impermeable easily cleaned material and or underlined with stainless steel e concealed fixing clips e stainless steel support framework e all exposed stainless steel with 240S polish finish e outside of sink with bead blast finish e earthing terminal Options e rig
3. For WCs in acute facilities where children and young people receive treatment and care see SHPN 23 Hospital accommodation for children and young people forthcoming Basins Basins should have a smooth form and easily cleaned surfaces Overflows should not be provided for infection control reasons Three sizes of basin should fulfil most of the user requirements in health buildings Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 9 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 2 21 2 22 2 23 2 24 2 25 2 26 2 27 2 28 y7 YK health Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series ervices Scotland e large basins for use in clinical areas for scrub up purposes and for use by seated or wheelchair patients for which wide shallow basins should be selected e medium basins for use in clinical procedures and in general areas domestic services e small basins for use inside WC cubicles stalls food preparation areas and similar locations Generally described as being for hand rinsing or hand washing under running water only Hospital pattern Hospital pattern basins should be used in clinical procedures with safe integral thermostatically TMV3 D08 controlled water and wall mounted single lever action or sensor taps with concealed ducted services Washing of hands and forearms is carried out under running water and therefore a
4. Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 15 1 NHS National Scotland Sheet 15 Data sheets for taps traps wastes and floor outlets used in assemblies YK sreatn Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series Taps Note Swan neck outlets must be avoided as indicated in SHFS 30 Infection control in the built environment design and planning Therefore in existing facilities when such an outlet has become damaged and is due for repair this guidance recommends that it be completely replaced by an appropriate alternative component described in this section TB H1 Identification Lever action in bib tap with long lever Figure 16 Tap assembly TB H1 Standards e BS EN 200 e BS 5412 Description e pair metal bib taps with metal headwork shrouded metal quarter turn lever action top with colour temperature indicators e ever parallel to wall when tap closed e open nozzle and flow straightener with minimal restriction e tail with G in thread Inlet for 15mm O D supply pipe Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 67 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 15 2 NHS National YK health Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series Scotland Options e matching extension piece to give 200mm between wall and centre line of discharge e short leve
5. e water saving Cleaning maintenance safety All exposed surfaces to be smooth and easily cleaned see also paragraphs 2 84 2 89 See also SHTM 2040 The control of Legionella hygiene safe hot water cold water and drinking water systems Design and specification notes See paragraphs 2 62 2 70 TM1 Identification Concealed wall mounted thermostatic shower mixer valve flexible hose and spray handset on a sliding rail kit Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 76 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland NHS National Scotland YK sneatn Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series Standards e performance to Model Engineering Specification D08 Thermostatic mixing valves healthcare premises e shower heads as BS EN 1112 e shower hose as BS EN 1113 Description e metal thermostatic mixer valve with fail safe temperature control to TMV3 D08 and shrouded lever operated metal top to provide control of temperature and volume e metal elbow with flexible hose and outlet with smooth reinforced nylon hose spray handset with wall attachments see paragraphs 2 76 2 77 for back siphonage requirements e connecting pipework not included Figure 24 Shower assembly TM1 Options Concealed fixed height shower head with hose and handset at a fixed point Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 77 of 88 Health Facilities Scotlan
6. 2000 http www defra gov uk environment water industry wsregs99 wcspec index htm Health Facilities Scotland SHPN 04 In patient accommodation Options for choice SHPN 23 Hospital accommodation for children and young people SHTM 56 Partitions SHTM 62 Demountable storage system SHTM 63 Fitted storage system SHTM 67 Laboratory fitting out systems SHTM 68 Duct and panel assemblies SHEN 30 Infection control in the built environment Design and planning SHTM 2040 The control of Legionella hygiene safe hot water cold water and drinking water systems HAI SCRIBE Healthcare Associated Infection System for Controlling Risk in the Built Environment The NHSScotland National Cleaning Services Specification Healthcare associated infection Task Force SE HD 2004 Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 84 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 44 YK health Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series Department of Health resources Activity DataBase http adb dh gov uk HBN 00 02 Sanitary spaces The Stationery Office 2008 HTM 71 Materials management modular storage The Stationery Office 1998 Model Engineering Specification D08 Thermostatic mixing valves healthcare premises The Stationery Office 1997 British Standards BS 1010 2 1973 Specification for draw off taps and stopvalves for water services screw down patt
7. 6 9 L plastic cistern for mounting in duct with 1 2 in LP valve plastic float flush pipe and CP metal flushing lever handle e 1 in unslotted flush grated waste CP on brass e stainless steel support frame with all exposed stainless steel having a 240S polish finish excluding legs if supplied e finish excluding legs if supplied e outside of sink and hopper with bead blast finish e earthing terminal Options e right hand drainer available e in HP valve e exposed cistern and pipework plus S trap e removable splashback for access to services e pneumatic push button flush e front leg supports Application For the disposal of liquid and solid waste and to used with concealed services and used with wall mounted supply fittings Fixing installation e disposal unit mounted on brackets and or fixings suitable for screw fixing to wall or duct panel Provision for screw fixing concealed cistern and pipework e to be fed only from a cistern e use HP valve option when connecting to water supply pressure in excess of 1 35 bar Cleaning maintenance All exposed surfaces to be smooth and easily cleaned and with no sharp edges Design and specification notes See paragraphs 2 4 2 5 and 2 93 2 95 Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 25 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 44 YK health Facitities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Comp
8. not adequately covered by current British Standards BS on building components for health buildings The guidance given in this document applies to all new capital projects and whenever refurbishment or repair is required to existing facilities A full Reference schedule is provided at the end of this document including Acts and Regulations Health Facilities Scotland HFS guidance DoH Resources and British Standards The numbers and titles of the SHTMs e 54 User manual e 55 Windows e 56 Partitions e 57 Internal glazing e 58 Internal doorsets e 59 Ironmongery e 60 Ceilings e 61 Flooring e 62 Demountable storage system e 63 Fitted storage system e 64 Sanitary assemblies e 66 Cubicle curtain track e 6 7 Laboratory fitting out systems e 69 Protection The technical information in this series is the result of research and development funded by the Department of Health as part of collaborative working arrangements over a number of years between the Department the NHS and industry Scope and status This SHTM contains guidance to assist the design team in the selection specification and application of sanitary assemblies in healthcare buildings Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 4 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 1 5 1 6 1 7 1 8 1 9 y7 YK health Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series N zx The co
9. 997 2003 WC pans and WC suites with integral trap BS EN 1057 2006 Copper and copper alloys Seamless round copper tubes for water and gas in sanitary and heating applications BS EN 1111 1999 Sanitary tapware Thermostatic mixing valves PN 10 General technical specifications BS EN 1112 2008 Sanitary tapware Shower outlets for sanitary tapware for water supply systems of type 1 and type 2 General technical specification BS EN 1113 2008 Sanitary tapware Shower hoses for sanitary tapware for water supply systems of type 1 and type 2 General technical specification BS EN 1287 1999 Sanitary tapware Low pressure thermostatic mixing valves General technical specifications Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 86 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 44 WK health Facies scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series BS EN 10088 1 2005 Stainless steels List of stainless steels BS EN 10088 2 2005 Stainless steels Technical delivery conditions for sheet plate and strip of corrosion resisting steels for general purposes BS EN 10088 3 2005 Stainless steels Technical delivery conditions for semi finished products bars rods wire sections and bright products of corrosion resisting steels for general purposes BS EN 10217 7 2005 Welded steel tubes for pressure purposes Technical delivery conditions Stainless steel tubes BS EN 13310 2003 Kitchen sinks Fu
10. SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series ervices otland Description e anon rusting shower outlet with nickel bronze screw down grating surface clamping ring and 100 mm diameter outlet spigot with threaded tail e cast iron extension specify length 50 100 150 or 200 mm with internal thread for connection to outlet and plain tail Options e stainless steel grating e polished bronze grating e rough bronze galvanised extension e threaded tail to extension piece Application Suitable for use in connection with clinical procedures where showers are formed in builders work Fixing installation Grout into floor seal spigot to drain and seal floor finish to rim of outlet Cleaning maintenance All exposed surfaces to be smooth and easily cleaned with no sharp edges FOG Identification General pattern floor drainage outlet and grating Standards e cast iron to BS EN 13835 e stainless steel to BS EN 10088 e galvanised coatings to BS EN ISO 1461 Description A non rusting drainage hopper used for the disposal of bulk liquids and liquid wastes from floor cleaning machines To have 100mm diameter outlet spigot and flange to receive floor finishes and with lift out non rocking stainless steel grating Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 82 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland D NH health Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblie
11. and pipework for mounting in duct Standards e vitreous china as BS 3402 e washdown WC pans with horizontal outlet generally as BS EN 37 and BS EN 997 e Water Supply Water Fittings Regulations 1999 WC Suite Performance Specifications e float operated valves e diaphragm type as BS 1212 e plastic floats for ball valves as BS 2456 e plastic WC seats as BS 1254 Description e white vitreous china 475 480mm with 520 550mm projection rimless only wash down horizontal outlet pan with fully enclosed seat holes Pan to be suitable for use with sanitary chairs compliant with BS 4751 e plastic cistern with in valve plastic float or diaphragm valve siphon or flush valve reversible CP metal flushing handle e plastic ring seat set on easy clean metal hinges and visual contrast between seat and pan to be provided No cover lid and no exposed fixings e all necessary fixing devices Options e dual flush siphon e pneumatic push button or sensor operation e in HP valve e 420mm rimless pan with raised seat e wall hung rimless back to wall pan Application e for use by fully ambulant and ambulant disabled users e suitable for use with concealed services Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 59 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland D4 NH YK health races scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series National Services S
12. by WRAS Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 13 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 2 56 2 57 2 58 2 59 2 60 2 61 2 62 2 63 2 64 2 65 44 YK health Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series Water conservation The need to conserve water must always be considered when selecting sanitary assemblies and supply fittings Considerable savings of both hot and cold water can be made by specifying showers rather than baths and taps that include flow regulation or self closing for hand rinsing Use of compliant dual flushing WC cisterns and waterless urinals in public general toilet areas constitutes a major contribution to water saving Pipework Pipework should be planned to avoid dead legs that can become stagnant This is hazardous as it can create conditions suitable for organisms like Legionella to multiply In addition they are wasteful of heat and can cause corrosion of pipes and fittings by allowing sediment to be deposited For further guidance see SHTM 2040 Isolating valves should be provided to isolate each individual appliance Pipe clips on exposed pipework should be specified and installed to avoid injury to staff and patients from sharp edges or the like Water pressure As far as possible the engineering services installation should be designed to ensure minimum pressure differential between hot and cold water
13. medium or often a large integral back outlet basin with no plug is recommended This assembly should maintain the level of hygiene required in clinical areas See also SHFN 30 Infection control in the built environment which gives additional guidance General pattern General pattern basins with tap holes should only be used for general areas domestic services with thermostatically TMV3 D08 controlled maximum hot water temperature and concealed ducted services Washing is in a reservoir of water therefore a bowl with plug is recommended Plugs should be attached to an open link chain which should be panel mounted Where medium or small basins are selected with a monobloc pillar mixer tap TP6 the basin should be specified with a single 35mm tap hole Care must be taken when considering a small basin to ensure that the basin and tap size allow adequate room for washing hands Basin selection When selecting taps for clinical procedures and certain activities in food preparation and laboratory areas taps and supply fittings will be required to be operated without the use of hands Fittings actuated by a proximity sensor are now a preferred alternative to lever action taps The design team should select the appropriate combinations of basins and taps illustrated on the assembly data sheets for e clinical procedures see Sheet 7 e personal washing see Sheet 8 Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 10 of 88 Health
14. trap and waste For details see Sheet 15 e TP3 see Sheet 15 item 15 5 e TRR2 P see Sheet 15 item 15 11 e WT4 see Sheet 15 item 15 15 Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 43 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland wy YK reas aces scotand SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series N a Services Scotland Sheet 7 Basin assemblies for use in connection with clinical procedures The typical assembly requirements are Hospital pattern basin integral back outlet large or medium Washing hands and forearms under running water therefore no plug 3 Hospital pattern lever action tap or automatically by sensor to avoid contamination 4 Single horizontal spout open nozzle and flow straightener Thermostatic mixer in hot supply TMV3 D08 approved 6 Connecting to concealed services Figure 8 Basin assemblies for use in connection with clinical procedures Note See also HBN 00 02 Sanitary spaces which provides guidance on the ergonomic requirements for individual sanitary assemblies and room layouts in healthcare facilities Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 44 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 44 WK health Facitities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series 5N ervices cotland w Components used in Figure 8 Assembly 1 e LBHL M Hospital pattern basin e T
15. waste with recessed grate and no exposed sharp areas Plug with metal link chain and screw stay with threaded tail brass backnut and gaskets Application For use with medium or large general basins Cleaning maintenance All exposed surfaces to be smooth and easily cleaned Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 80 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 15 15 15 16 NA NHS YK health Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series Services Scotian ass WT4 Identification 1 2 in unslotted recessed grated waste CP on brass plug with CP link chain and screw stay Standards BS EN 274 Description All metal long waste with recessed grate and no exposed sharp areas Plug with metal link chain screw stay threaded tail with brass backnut and gaskets Application For use with domestic services sinks sink tops and baths Use slotted option for domestic baths Cleaning maintenance All exposed surfaces to be smooth and easily cleaned FOH Identification Hospital pattern floor drainage outlet and grating eo 50 100 150 200 extension 25 150 250 25 Figure 25 Floor outlet FO H Standards e cast iron to BS EN 13835 e stainless steel to BS EN 10088 Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 81 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 15 17 y7 YK health Facitities scotian
16. which may be press down shroud or a lever Fittings are now available in which the flow of water is initiated by means of a sensor switch Such devices may well have considerable application in high risk areas such as operating theatres and burns units These are also effective in reducing water waste and therefore running costs Other fittings are now available in which the flow of water is initiated and terminated by an integral thermostatic single lever Positioning supply fittings Supply fitting services should be concealed Consideration should be given to fittings that can be serviced and or maintained without the need to remove any panels Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 15 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 2 76 2 77 2 78 2 79 2 80 2 81 2 82 2 83 44 YK health racities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series Back siphonage Water regulations now differentiate the level of back siphonage protection required by the class of risk associated with the receiving vessel As a general rule hospital applications of even domestic ablutionary arrangements are elevated to class 4 or class 5 risk and as such require that supply fittings on baths basins and sinks etc with fixed outlets shall be arranged so that the discharge point creates an AUK3 air gap of twice the inlet diameter and never less than 25 mm above the spill over level of t
17. 04 S16 as BS EN 10088 e metal sinks for domestic services as BS EN 13310 Description e arectangular stainless steel sink bowl min 0 9 mm with tap holes no overflow no upstand no chain hole edges rimmed and turned down e concealed fixing clips e stainless steel support framework e all exposed stainless steel with 240S polish finish e outside of bowl with bead blast finish e earthing terminal Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 42 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland wy WK health Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series ervices Scotland Options e sink bowls may be located in stainless steel worktops as shown in SHTM 63 e front leg supports e front edge profiles may be square as illustrated or with roll front edge and upstand at rear to suit profile shown in SHTM 63 e 650 mm deep when matching SHTM 63 profile e sinks may be manufactured with integral worktops from cast resins sold surfacing materials or stainless steel type 1 4404 316 Application e for use with concealed services and wall mounted supply fittings e suitable for mounting on base unit wall brackets or stand support Cleaning maintenance Exposed surfaces smooth easily cleaned and with no sharp edges Fixing installation Set on base and secure with fixing clips Design and specification notes See paragraphs 2 47 2 52 Tap
18. 2 93 2 95 Taps and trap For details see Sheet 15 e TB H2a see Sheet 15 item 15 2 e TB H6 see Sheet 15 item 15 3 e TRR1 P see Sheet 15 item 15 10 Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 46 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland DA NH WK health Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series Services Scotland Sheet 8 Basin assemblies for use in connection with personal washing face forearms and hands etc The typical assembly requirements are General basin medium and large 2 Washing in reservoir of water therefore a basin with plug and chain with screw stay 3 Combined or separate nozzle with flow straightener 4 Lever action taps 5 All assemblies shown below are suitable with medium and large general basins 500 350 400 600 400 500 Figure 9 Basin assemblies for use in connection with personal washing Note See also HBN 00 02 Sanitary spaces which provides guidance on the ergonomic requirements for individual sanitary assemblies and room layouts in healthcare facilities Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 47 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland y7 YK health Facitities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series ervices Scotland Components used in Figure 9 Assembly 1 e LBGL M General basin e TP6 Integral ther
19. B H2a Integral thermostatic hospital pattern bib combination mixer tap with single lever fixed horizontal nozzle e TRR1 P 1 in resealing bottle trap plastic Assembly 2 e same as Assembly 1 except TB H6 Hospital pattern bib mixer automatic action with sensor used instead of TB H2a LBHL M Identification Wall mounted basins are available in two sizes medium or large both with integral back outlet Infection control team to confirm which size to be used for the proposed project Standards e vitreous china as BS 3402 e Model Engineering Specification D08 Thermostatic mixing valves healthcare premises Description e white vitreous china basin with concealed fixings no tap holes no overflow and no chain holes e integral back outlet to connect to concealed services e all necessary support brackets Application e for use in all clinical areas e for use with concealed services and wall mounted supply fittings Fixing installation Basin mounted on concealed brackets and fixings suitable for duct panels Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 45 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland NAA NHS YK health Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series N77 Services Scotland Cleaning maintenance Exposed surfaces to be smooth and easily cleaned Design and specification notes See paragraphs 2 19 2 29 2 53 and
20. Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 2 29 2 30 2 31 2 32 2 33 2 34 2 35 2 36 2 37 2 38 wy YE wean races scotand SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series xy e hand rinsing see Sheet 9 No physical barriers should exclude people with disabilities from using the appropriate service or equipment Baths General baths that is baths used for non assisted personal bathing have no tap holes and should be used with wall mounted mixer taps offering a safe and thermostatically TMV3 D08 controlled maximum temperature see Sheet 14 Mechanically operated variable height baths are recommended for assisted bathing These types of bath are not covered in this guidance See HBN 00 02 for spatial requirements size and position of components used in assisted bathing Waste appliances Bidets Bidets see Sheet 10 are generally used by patients in clinical areas The appliance should be rimless with an over rim supply preferably with sensor operation The water supply should be controlled by a TMV3 D08 thermostatic mixer valve to prevent scalding Floor outlets The general pattern floor outlet consists of a drainage outlet plus grating for use with a flexible hose fitted with appropriate back siphonage protection This is used to rinse areas or to dispose of the contents of floor washing machines The hospital pattern floor outlet consists of a drainage outlet c
21. NHS National Services Scotland Scottish Health Technical Memorandum 64 SHTM Building Component Series Sanitary Assemblies X J Health Facilities Scotland Property and Capital Planning December 2009 M YK health rcs scotland SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series N zx Scotland Contents page 1 doniga elt I ich E E E E E E 4 1 1 BACKI OU M n widest wide idee ising ei 4 1 4 Pe and CURES araen i A 4 1 6 Relationship to other data gnciiiennndecincnnnciineiennnolee 5 1 11 TONO a NNNNA 6 2 Design and Specification notes cccccceeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 8 2 1 User MUNITIONS sais scaizcasaciindedsuniacasseaddial daadieusdanticudatadiaacdoadsiasdeadiaaa 8 22 Sol asSompl SS aserra 8 2 32 Be AON ANS ih oari E 11 2 54 S UN O E 13 2 78 Wae UNOS aaia ANN N 16 2 81 Special FEB SII Sissies aie ies 16 2 82 A E lia E E E E E E E E E E E 16 2 84 Cleaning and diSinfethon as is 17 2 90 WY FeVialtclalelaler Wr lee 10 6 100 nrnna 18 2 93 Concealed SONVIGE Gs ci ictiicscscstacehicatcecsdcadinnasenincetdeabadsdbeneieetsdbbicibsaeds 18 2 96 Bactenal I ao arcdrg cating nya dnda dasa dezegayadadedaaidagegaiidudegunidaaegnidedeqiaee 19 2 97 Finge and NN cc a co ec cats cn cd cn cad ca cd ce eg eaee 19 3 Product selection criteria ssssssssssnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn nn 20 4 Assembly and component data Sheets cccccesssssssseeeeeeeeees 22 Sheet 1 Disposal unit
22. S EN 200 e Function as DDA and BS 8300 Description e metal pillar tap with metal headwork and shrouded metal top with colour temperature indicators e open nozzle and flow straightener with minimal restriction e spout to body connection clear of base e threaded tail with brass backnut and washer e inlet for 15 mm O D supply pipe Note Spray and aerator outlet should not be used Figure 20 Tap assembly TP3 Application For use with sinks and sink tops in domestic services procedures Options Short lever Cleaning maintenance safety Exposed surfaces smooth and easily cleaned see also paragraphs 2 84 2 89 Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 72 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 15 6 NHS National Scotland YK sneatn Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series Design and specification notes See paragraphs 2 62 2 70 TP5 Identification Pair of pillar taps 1 2 in with short lever Figure 21 Tap assembly TP5 Standards e performance as BS 5412 and BS EN 200 e function as DDA and BS 8300 Description e metal pillar tap with metal headwork and shrouded metal top with colour temperature indicators e open nozzle and flow straightener with minimal restriction e spout to body connection clear of base e threaded tail with brass backnut and washer e inlet for 15 mm O D supply pipe e thermos
23. S National Services Scotland NA NHS YK health Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series N77 Services Scotland Sheet 14 Bath assembly for use in connection with personal bathing E The typical assembly requirements are 1 General bath which is not for use in clinical areas 2 Open nozzle and flow straightener with minimal restriction 3 Thermostatic mixer on hot supply or integral thermostat TMV3 approved TB6 C 1700 Figure 15 Bath assembly Note See also HBN 00 02 Sanitary spaces which provides guidance on the ergonomic requirements for individual sanitary assemblies and room layouts in healthcare facilities Components used in Figure 15 BA G General pattern bath TB6 in bib combination tap assembly WT4 1 in waste with plug TRR2 P 17 in resealing bottle trap plastic Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 64 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 44 WK health Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series ervices BAG Identification Flat topped metal bath with no overflow Standards e sheet steel baths for domestic purposes as BS 1390 BS EN 232 e cast iron baths for domestic purposes as BS 1189 and BS EN 232 e vitreous enamel as BS 1344 and BS EN 14483 1 e Model Engineering Specifi
24. SHTM is intended to be read in conjunction with SHTM 2040 The control of Legionella hygiene safe hot water cold water and drinking water systems Health Building Note HBN 00 02 Sanitary spaces and Scottish Health Facilities Note SHFN 30 Infection control in the built environment in addition to SHTMs 56 Partitions 62 Demountable storage system 63 Fitted storage system and 67 Laboratory fitting out systems in this series and also HTM 69 Ducts and panel assemblies The design team should make reference to this SHTM and give early consideration to sourcing sanitary assemblies and duct panels for their project Some manufacturers offer complete pre assembled units This guidance should be used in conjunction with sections of the National Building Specification NBS relevant to sanitary assemblies NBS is a library of standard specification clauses covering most kinds of building work and comprising a wide range of clauses with accompanying guidance notes All clauses are optional and their combination into a job specification is left to the specifier NBS has great flexibility and it can be adapted to suit the technical needs and preferences of different projects organisations and specifiers Specifications go out of date as a result of technical innovation or major review of a key BSI document As NBS sections become affected by such major changes they are re issued to members of the s
25. Safe clinical care is supported through ensuring high standards of hygiene and related measures to tackle HAI in the healthcare environment Cleaning regimes including frequency of cleaning should be addressed in line with current national guidance together with any additional Local Management requirements Relevant Provisions of current guidance standards and Codes of Practice for cleaning of healthcare premises and including the latest technical requirements are embodied in the following documents e SHFN 30 Infection Control in the built environment Design and Planning NHSScotland Property and Environment Forum August 2005 e HAI Scribe Healthcare Associated Infection System for Controlling Risk in the Built Environment NHSScotland Property and Environment Forum August 2005 e The NHSScotland National Cleaning Services Specification SEHD CMO 2004 8 e NHS Quality Improvement Scotland Healthcare Associated Infection HAI Cleaning Services Standards CSBS NHSQIS 2002 ISBN 1 903766 12 5 e The NHSScotland Code of Practice for the Local Management of Hygiene and Healthcare Associated Infection Healthcare Associated Infection Task Force CMO 2004 09 Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 17 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 2 85 2 86 2 87 2 88 2 89 2 90 2 91 2 92 2 93 2 94 wy YK health Facitities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Compone
26. Standards e vitreous china to BS 3402 e Wastes to BS EN 274 e copper tube to BS EN 1057 e automatic flushing cistern to BS 1876 Description e white vitreous china bowl s e wall mounted privacy screen panels e plastic reversible cistern and cover e 12mm pet cock and automatic siphon e metal flushing pipework and back inlet CP or stainless steel spreader e 1 in strainer waste outlet s and P trap s with back outlet connection to concealed services e all necessary fixing devices Options e plastic waste trap and flush pipe e waterless urinals concealed drainage and supply Application For use with concealed services Fixing installation e concealed brackets and fixings for bowls and screen panels Provision for screw fixed concealed cistern and pipework e only to be fed from auto cistern e auto cistern should not exceed 10 L per hour for a cistern serving a single bowl or 7 5 L per hour per bowl on ranges of two or more refer to the Water Supply Water Fittings Regulations 1999 Cleaning maintenance All exposed surfaces to be smooth and easily cleaned Design and specification notes See paragraphs 2 6 2 9 and 2 93 2 95 Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 56 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland Ww NHS YK heath Facies scotand SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series Services Scotland Waste For detai
27. acilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland wy YE sweat rates sctiond SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series Services Scotland Sheet 3 Janitorial unit p Figure 4 Janitorial unit Note See also HBN 00 02 Sanitary spaces which provides guidance on the ergonomic requirements for individual sanitary assemblies and room layouts in healthcare facilities Components used in Figure 4 JU Combination sink and basin janitorial unit WT1 1 in flush strainer waste WT2 1 in flush strainer waste TRR1 P 17 in resealing bottle trap plastic TRR2 P 17 in resealing bottle trap plastic Page 32 of 88 Version 1 0 December 2009 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland DA NH YK health Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series National rvices Scotland JU Identification Stainless steel combination sink and basin janitorial unit Description e combined sink and hand wash basin in 1 2mm stainless steel e lever operated monobloc mixer tap with swivel nozzle e tamper proof concealing panel for basin trap e hinged bucket grating to sink e stainless steel legs and adjustable feet with earthing tag e fitting s to supply basin and sink Application For disposal of liquid waste by domestic services staff Cleaning maintena
28. and wheelchair users 61 Sheet 14 Bath assembly for use in connection with personal bathing 64 Sheet 15 Data sheets for taps traps wastes and floor outlets used in S18 2 ne a ene eee ane meee eee meee mere er arene Seer e eee 67 PTO acca snnsiinas bun sbnaiesnANunnnna spain naaie RAANAAUIAGNOARARGRARIONURAADAAA EN RaANuRSRDAANDEANDDAAD 84 Usetul WES NES ciiir ieina AEE ENE 88 Disclaimer The contents of this document are provided by way of general guidance only at the time of its publication Any party making any use thereof or placing any reliance thereon shall do so only upon exercise of that party s own judgement as to the adequacy of the contents in the particular circumstances of its use and application No warranty is given as to the accuracy relevance or completeness of the contents of this document and Health Facilities Scotland shall have no responsibility for any errors in or omissions therefrom or any use made of or reliance placed upon any of the contents of this document Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 3 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 1 1 1 2 1 3 1 4 44 WK health Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series ervices Scotland 1 Introduction Background This is one of a series of Scottish Health Technical Memoranda SHTMs which provides specification and design guidance
29. assemblies for the disposal of liquid and solid waste in connection with clinical proceCures c ccccssseesseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 23 Sheet 2 Plaster sink assembly for use in connection with plaster EECC ME i A A A a T 29 cheers Aermornal Wies E eae meen come eee renner 32 Sheet 4 Scrub up trough assemblies for use in connection with surgical washing of forearms and handS css sessiccdscacieemsasnus 34 Sheet 5 Sink and sink top assemblies for use in connection with clinical PII eh oraina aaa EE aA A A A A AE AERAR 38 Sheet 6 Sink and sink top assemblies for use in connection with domestic Services POCONOS cirio edea ie 41 Sheet 7 Basin assemblies for use in connection with clinical procedures 474 Sheet 8 Basin assemblies for use in connection with personal washing face forearms and hands etc ass oceccccscccsaicicerccnescialesenscsicataenesttenessiacsaseean 47 Sheet 9 Basin assemblies for hand rinsing only eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 50 Sheet 10 Bidet assembly for use in connection with clinical procedures 53 Sheet 11 Hospital pattern urinal occcciecnccmcd nid 55 Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 2 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland YK beath races scotland SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series ws Sheet 12 WC for fully ambulant and ambulant disabled userS 0 0668 58 Sheet 13 WC for assisted ambulant disabled
30. available e fora high backed upstand dimensions have to be specified Application For use with concealed services and with wall mounted supply fittings Fixing installation Concealed fixings suitable for duct panels and masonry Cleaning maintenance Exposed surfaces to be smooth easily cleaned and with no sharp edges Design and specification notes See paragraphs 2 37 to 2 40 Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 36 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland yw NHS YK health Faciities Scotland SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series N Services Scotland Taps traps and waste For details see Sheet 15 e TB H2a see Sheet 15 item 15 2 e TB H6 see Sheet 15 item 15 3 e TRR2 P see Sheet 15 item 15 11 e WT2 see Sheet 15 item 15 13 Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 37 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 1 NH tional Na Services Scotland Q Ww YK health Faciities Scotland SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series Sheet 5 Sink and sink top assemblies for use in connection with clinical procedures The typical assembly requirements are 1 Sink or sink tops 2 Hospital pattern lever action tap s 3 Separate manual control of hot and cold water 4 Flush grated waste with no plug 200 500 x 400 x 200 deep bowl suitable for 1 2 BSP waste
31. cation D08 Thermostatic mixing valves healthcare premises e cast acrylic baths for domestic purposes as BS 4305 1 BS EN 198 1987 and BS EN 232 e cast acrylic sheet for baths for domestic purposes as BS EN 263 Description e vitreous or porcelain enamelled bath pressed from steel of 2 5 mm overall thickness with slip resistant bottom no tap holes no overflow no chain hole and no handgrips e supporting framework legs with adjustable feet e all necessary fixing devices e earthing terminal Options Minimum 5mm thick fully reinforced white plastic bath with supporting framework adjustable feet and no tap holes Application Suitable for independent wheelchair users and ambulant disabled people but not suitable for patients who require assistance Fixing installation Supporting framework set on floor with side and end panels secured by concealed fixings Cleaning maintenance All exposed surfaces to be smooth and easily cleaned Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 65 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland NA NHS YK heath Facies Scottand SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series N 3x Scotland Design and specification notes See paragraphs 2 30 2 31 Tap trap and waste For details see Sheet 15 e TB6 see Sheet 15 item 15 4 e TRR2 P see Sheet 15 item 15 11 e WT4 see Sheet 15 item 15 15 Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 66 of 88
32. cotland Fixing installation e pan for non ferrous screw fixings to the floor Screws with domed covers to be used and pan sealed back to the wall or duct panels therefore only top access seat fixings suitable e concealed cistern and pipework e should only be fed from the cistern e use HP valve option when connecting to water supply pressure in excess of 1 35 bar Cleaning maintenance Exposed surfaces must be smooth and easily cleaned If a spacer box is used then all exposed surfaces must be finished with melamine or similar material Design and specification notes See paragraphs 2 2 2 3 2 10 2 18 and 2 93 2 95 Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 60 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland NA NHS YK health Facitities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series N zx Services Scotlan ass Sheet 13 WC for assisted ambulant disabled and wheelchair users The typical assembly requirements are 1 Rimless pan for all back to wall hospital pattern pans 2 Fully enclosed seat holes 3 Seat only with no lid cover 4 WC suite to fully comply with the WC Suite Performance Specifications of the Water Supply Water Fittings Regulations 1999 5 Cistern to include flushing arrangement siphon adjusted to deliver no more than 6 L full flush and if dual flush smaller volume not to exceed two thirds of full flush volume Figure 14 WC for assist
33. d a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 15 10 15 11 NA NHS YK health Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series N zx Services Scotlan ass Cleaning maintenance safety All exposed surfaces to be smooth and easily cleaned see also paragraphs 2 84 2 89 and SHTM 2040 The control of Legionella hygiene safe hot water cold water and drinking water systems Design and specification notes See paragraphs 2 62 2 70 TRR1 P Identification 1 in plastic resealing bottle trap Standards BS EN 274 Description e 75mm seal plastic bottle trap with removable sump and threaded outlet for connection to copper or plastic pipework and annular pattern resealing device e white Application All basins Cleaning maintenance All exposed surfaces to be smooth and easily cleaned TRR2 P Identification 1 2 in plastic resealing bottle trap Standards BS EN 274 Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 78 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 15 12 15 13 NA NHS WK health Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series Services Scotian age Description e 75 mm seal plastic bottle trap with removable sump and threaded outlet for connection to copper or plastic pipework and annular pattern resealing device e white Application Sinks scrub up troughs and gen
34. ding Component Series NHS Right hand flushing lever Right hand tap hole Right hand drainer gt C Se View Figure 1 Handing of an appliance is determined from the front of the appliance Version 1 0 December 2009 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland Page 7 of 88 National Services Scotland 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 4 2 5 2 6 2 7 2 8 2 9 2 10 44 YK health Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series ervices Scotland 2 Design and specification notes User requirements The design team should identify user requirements for sanitary assemblies from Activity DataBase ADB and then use the data sheets in Section 4 of this SHTM to identify appropriate assemblies Soil assemblies Relationship between appliances and fittings The relationship between soil appliances and the fittings that make up the complete assembly is critical Therefore disposal units urinals and WCs should be treated as assemblies for the purposes of design specification procurement and installation Disposal units A hospital pattern disposal unit should be provided in clinical areas for the disposal of solid and liquid waste the contents of vomit bowls drainage bags and urine bottles The unit can also act as a standby in the event of the failure of a bed pan disposal unit macerator Urinals Bowl u
35. ed ambulant disabled and wheelchair users Note See also HBN 00 02 Sanitary spaces which provides guidance on the ergonomic requirements for individual sanitary assemblies and room layouts in healthcare facilities Components used in Figure 14 e WC HD Hospital pattern WC for assisted ambulant disabled wheelchair users Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 61 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland y7 YK health Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series WC HD Identification Low level back to wall rimless only WC pan with seat and including cistern and pipework for mounting in duct Standards e vitreous china as BS 3402 e washdown WC pans with horizontal outlet generally as BS EN 37and BS EN 997 e Water Supply Water Fittings Regulations 1999 WC Suite Performance Specifications e float operated valves e diaphragm type as BS 1212 e plastic floats for ball valves as BS 2456 e plastic WC seats as BS 1254 Description e white vitreous china 475 480 mm with 700 mm projection rimless only wash down horizontal outlet pan with fully enclosed seat holes Pan to be suitable for use with sanitary chairs compliant with BS 4751 e plastic cistern with 1 2 in valve plastic float or diaphragm valve siphon or flush valve reversible CP metal flushing handle e plastic ring seat set on easy clean metal hinges and v
36. eral baths Cleaning maintenance All exposed surfaces to be smooth and easily cleaned WT1 Identification 1 4 in unslotted flush grated waste CP on brass Standards BS EN 274 Description All metal long waste with flush grated top and no exposed sharp areas Threaded tail with brass backnut and gaskets Application For use with small general basins and hospital pattern bidets Cleaning maintenance All exposed surfaces to be smooth and easily cleaned WT2 Identification 1 in unslotted flush grated waste CP on brass Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 79 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 15 14 X m NH rn nei Fadia nano SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series Scotland Standards BS EN 274 Description All metal long waste with flush grated top with no exposed sharp areas Threaded tail with brass backnut and gaskets Options Plastic option with urinals and removable top access shower wastes Application For use with bottom outlet scrub up troughs and sinks used for clinical procedures Use plastic option with urinals and removable top access shower wastes Cleaning maintenance All exposed surfaces to be smooth and easily cleaned WT3 Identification 114 in unslotted recessed grated waste CP on brass plug with CP link chain and screw bolt stay Standards BS EN 274 Description All metal long
37. erheads should be provided and the design of the unit should be such that the head cannot become immersed in water to accord with back siphonage prevention requirements It must be constrained to give a type AUK3 air gap above the spillover level of the bath or shower tray and any other fluid Category 5 risk for example a WC by a robust means that cannot be removed without destroying the fitting Shower controls should be positioned so as to allow manipulation without the operator and or assistant getting wet see HBN 00 02 Showers in clinical areas must be thermostatically controlled TMV3 D08 to reduce the risk of scalding or thermal shock should either water supply fail Showers in general areas for use by staff should be provided with shower trays These must take into account their suitability for use by disabled staff including appropriate supply fittings and grab rails See also HBN 00 02 Deluge showers will generally be supplied via their own dedicated storage tank which should be flushed weekly Such installations to comply with the recommendations of SHTM 2040 The control of legionellae in healthcare premises to be replaced by SHTM 04 01 Details of supply fittings and assemblies are not covered by this SHTM and advice should be sought from specialists manufacturers Where filters are provided the recommended maintenance procedures should be followed Sinks and sinktops A range of single bowl and double bow
38. ern Draw off taps and above ground stopvalves BS 1125 1987 Specification for WC flushing cisterns including dual flush cisterns and flush pipes BS 1189 1986 Specification for baths made from porcelain enamelled cast iron BS 1212 3 1990 Float operated valves Specification for diaphragm type float operated valves plastics bodied for cold water services only excluding floats BS 1212 4 1991 Float operated valves Specification for compact type float operated valves for WC flushing cisterns including floats BS 1254 1981 Specification for WC seats plastics BS 1344 1 1994 Methods of testing vitreous enamel finishes Determination of resistance to thermal shock of coatings on articles other than cooking utensils and fabricated sheet steel components BS 1390 1990 Specification for baths made from vitreous enamelled sheet steel BS 1876 1990 Specification for automatic flushing cisterns for urinals BS 2456 1990 Specification for floats plastics for float operated valves for cold water services BS 3402 1969 Specification for quality of vitreous china sanitary appliances BS 4751 2005 Mobile sanitary chairs BS 5412 1996 Specification for low resistance single taps and combination tap assemblies nominal size 1 2 and14 suitable for operation at PN 10 max and a minimum flow pressure of 0 01 MPa 0 1 bar still current but replaced by BS EN 200 2008 Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 85 of 88 Health Facili
39. fixing devices and the construction to which it is fixed The assembly should sustain a load of 140 kg Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 19 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 3 1 3 2 44 YK health racities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series N Services Scotland 3 Product selection criteria The assembly data sheets provide the design teams with a set of product selection criteria in graphic and text form for each of the soil and waste appliances and assemblies covered by the guidance in Section 2 They are intended for use in evaluating manufacturers trade literature and communicating requirements to manufacturers and to merchants The component references may be used by the design team to identify each appliance when preparing layout drawings schedules and product lists The references are made up in sequence of e appliance fitting e type e material where applicable Soil appliances e DU disposal unit e UR urinal e WC water closet Waste appliances e LB lavatory basin BA bath BD bidet e FO floor outlet PS plaster sink SU scrub up SH shower e SK sink ST sinktop Supply fittings e TP pillar tap e TPP pillar tap press action e TB bib tap e TM thermostatic mixer shower Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 20 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS Nati
40. he appliance Concealed showers with fixed position adjustable heads are recommended but when flexible hoses with sliding and hand held spray attachments are unavoidable special measures must be taken to prevent back siphonage The proximity of any adjacent sanitaryware should be considered The Water Regulations Guide is the best source of information on this issue Waste fittings The waste fittings included in this SHTM are outlets and traps All outlets are unslotted for use with appliances without overflows There are two types one with a flush grating and the other with a recessed grating plug chain and stay Plugs are recommended only where it is necessary to retain water in an appliance This includes basins for general use baths and sinks Where this is not recommended plugs should be omitted and the flush grating type used Bottle traps for use with waste appliances should be plastic with a white finish Special requirements This SHTM does not cover special requirements for such as squatting WC pans variable height baths autopsy tables birthing pools and drinking fountains Accessories Accessories such as toilet roll holders grab rails mirrors soap dispensers and towel rails are not included in this SHTM However they should be subject to a set of minimum standards with medical clinical issues at the core of the criteria For the spatial relationships for the above accessories and the positioning of grab
41. ht hand drainer available e type B with single bowl and double drainer e type C with double bowl and right or left hand single drainer e front leg supports e plug and chain with screw stay panel mounted Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 39 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland wy YE reat races Sota SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series Services Scotland e front edge profiles may be square as shown or with roll front edge and with upstand at rear to suit profile shown in SHTM 63 e 650mm deep when matching SHTM 63 profile e sink tops with integral drainer may be manufactured with integral worktops from cast resins or stainless steel Application e for use with concealed services and wall mounted supply fittings e use option with tap holes only when impractical to conceal pipework then supply pipework is surface mounted below sink e suitable for mounting on base unit wall brackets or stand support Fixing installation Set on base and secure with fixing clips Cleaning maintenance Exposed surfaces smooth easily cleaned and with no sharp edges Design and specification notes See paragraphs 2 47 to 2 52 Tap trap and waste For details see Sheet 15 e TB H1 see Sheet 15 item 15 1 e TRR2 P see Sheet 15 item 15 11 e WT2 see Sheet 15 item 15 13 Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 40 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Div
42. ies Components used in Figure 5 SU H 1 2 3 Hospital pattern scrub up trough TB H6 Hospital pattern bib mixer automatic action integral sensor with integral thermostat with option to use TB H2a Hospital pattern bib combination tap fixed horizontal spout single lever with integral thermostat TRR2 P 17 in resealing bottle trap plastic WT2 1 in flush strainer waste Note See also HBN 00 02 Sanitary spaces which provides guidance on the ergonomic requirements for individual sanitary assemblies and room layouts in healthcare facilities Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 35 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 44 YK health Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series ervices Scotland SU H 1 2 3 Identification Wall mounted stainless steel scrub up trough right hand outlet shown in diagram Standards Stainless steel type 1 4301 304 as BS EN 10088 Description e stainless steel trough min 1 5mm in three sizes single double and triple person shaped to avoid splashing with all internal corners radiused outlet at one end to suit e 1 2in connection to concealed pipework in duct e any necessary fixing devices All exposed stainless steel with 240S polish finish outside of trough with bead blast finish e shrouded bottom outlet e earthing terminal Options e left hand outlets
43. ies Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 44 YK health Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series Services Scotian ass Sheet 9 Basin assemblies for hand rinsing only E T I E The typical assembly requirements are General basin small Washing rinsing under running water therefore no plug Hand rinse only therefore small basin E a e Combined manual control of flow and temperature of water or automatic control of thermostatically mixed water with single flow spout Either lever action tap or press tap 6 Thermostatic mixer on hot supply TMV3 D08 approved B 300 350 Figure 10 Basin assemblies for hand rinsing only Note See also HBN 00 02 Sanitary spaces which provides guidance on the ergonomic requirements for individual sanitary assemblies and room layouts in healthcare facilities Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 50 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland y7 YK health Facitities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series NN ervices otland Components used in Figure 10 Assembly 1 e LBGS Small general basin e TP6 Integral thermostatic monobloc pillar mixer tap e TRR1 P 1 in resealing bottle trap plastic e WT1 1 in flush strainer waste Assembly 2 e Same as Assembly 1 except use TPP1 monobloc pillar mixer tap self clos
44. ing press action instead of TP6 LBGS Identification Wall mounted basin available in one size small with bottom outlet Standards e vitreous china as BS 3402 e Model Engineering Specification D08 Thermostatic mixing valves healthcare premises Description e white vitreous china basin with concealed fixings with single right hand tap hole no overflow no chain hole and bottom outlet e all necessary support brackets Application e for use other than for clinical procedures or personal washing e for use with concealed services Fixing installation Basin to be mounted on concealed brackets with suitable fixings for duct panels or wall construction Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 51 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland NA NHS YK health Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series N77 Services Scotland Cleaning maintenance All exposed surfaces to be smooth and easily cleaned Design and specification notes See paragraphs 2 19 2 29 2 53 and 2 93 2 95 Taps traps and waste For details see Sheet 15 e TB H6 see Sheet 15 item 15 3 TP6 see Sheet 15 item 15 7 e TRR1 P see Sheet 15 item 15 10 e WT1 see Sheet 15 item 15 12 Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 52 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland WK health Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblie
45. ision of NHS National Services Scotland DA N YK health Facies Scottand SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series as National Scotland Sheet 6 Sink and sink top assemblies for use in connection with domestic services procedures The typical assembly requirements are 1 Sink or sink top 2 Separate manual control of hot and cold water 3 Open nozzle and flow straightener with minimal restriction 4 Lever action taps 5 Recessed grated waste with plug SJ LCS 500 x 400 x 200 deep bowl suitable for 1 BSP waste Figure 7 Sink and sink top assemblies for use in connection with domestic services procedures Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 41 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland y7 YK health Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series Services cotland w Note See also HBN 00 02 sanitary spaces which provides guidance on the ergonomic requirements for individual sanitary assemblies and room layouts in healthcare facilities Components used in Figure 7 Assembly 1 SK 1 Single bowl sink TP3 Pair pillar taps in high neck WT4 1 in waste with plug and chain TRR2 P 17 in resealing bottle trap plastic Assembly 2 e Same as assembly 1 except SK 2 double bowl sink used instead of SK 1 SK 1 2 Identification Sink bowl Standards e stainless steel type 1 4301 3
46. isual contrast between seat and pan to be provided No lid cover and no exposed fixings e all necessary fixing devices Options e associated back rest rail and cushion used to aid transfer of patients e dual flush siphon e pneumatic push button or sensor operation e in HP valve e 420mm rimless pan with raised seat e wall hung rimless back to wall pan Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 62 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland DA NH YK health Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series National Services Scotland Application e for wheelchair users and assisted ambulant disabled users e suitable for use with concealed services Fixing installation e pan for non ferrous screw fixings to floor Screws with domed covers to be used and pan sealed back to wall or duct panels therefore only top access seat fixings e concealed cistern and pipework e should only be fed from cistern e use HP valve option when connecting to water supply pressure in excess of 1 35 bar Cleaning maintenance All exposed surfaces to be smooth and easily cleaned If a spacer box is used then all exposed surfaces must be finished with melamine or similar material Design and specification notes See paragraphs 2 2 2 3 2 10 2 18 and 2 93 2 95 Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 63 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NH
47. l sinks with or without integral drainers and or worktops are available They should have a smooth form and easily cleaned surfaces Overflows are not provided as they are unhygienic Sinks and sinktops are available in various sizes and materials to suit the recommendations in this SHTM and the specific dimensional recommendations of SHTM 62 Demountable storage systems SHTM 63 Fitted storage systems and SHTM 67 Laboratory fitting out systems Sinks with integral tops are available in a variety of materials as well as stainless steel and the Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 12 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 2 48 2 49 2 50 2 51 2 52 2 53 2 54 2 55 y7 WK health Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series appropriate material should be selected to reflect the intended use SHTM 67 offers further guidance on selection of materials In clinical procedures sinks or sinktops without tap holes with wall mounted lever action bib taps and concealed ducted services should be used Sinks or sinktops with tap holes should be used for general use domestic services together with separate lever action pillar taps TP3 These sinks should take a plug with screw stay to the panel The design team should select the appropriate combination of sink integral drainer or worktop and taps illustrated on the assembly data shee
48. laster preparation a The typical assembly requirements are 1 Hospital pattern plaster sink 2 Hospital pattern lever action taps to avoid contamination 3 Separate manual control of hot and cold water 4 Open nozzle and flow straightener with minimal restriction 5 Connecting to concealed services 150 200 Figure 3 Plaster sink assembly Note See also HBN 00 02 Sanitary spaces which provides guidance on the ergonomic requirements for individual sanitary assemblies and room layouts in healthcare facilities Components used in Figure 3 see next page for more details e PS H Hospital pattern plaster sink e TB H1 Pair lever action bib taps e TRR2 P 17 in resealing bottle trap plastic Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 29 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland y7 YK health Facies scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series PS H Identification Stainless steel plaster sink with integral plain top right hand drainer shown in diagram Standards e stainless steel type 1 4301 304 or 1 4404 316 to BS EN 10088 e wastes to BS EN 274 Description e aplain top of stainless steel min 1 5 mm or where press formed 1 2 mm with no tap holes no upstand edges rimmed minimum 13 mm high and turned down underside sound deadened with smooth impermeable easily cleaned material and or underlined with stainless s
49. ll be required for suitable provision of such facilities in all areas departments for use by patients and staff and also general areas where they may be required for use by visitors For further information refer to HBN 00 02 Sanitary spaces the Building Scotland Regulations and BS 4751 Mobile sanitary chairs All pans should have a horizontal or P outlet so that the soil pipe can be connected above floor level This gives flexibility in setting out pans and pipework and allows access to the joint for both installation and maintenance A variety of WC connectors are available which can accommodate different configurations between the outlet and the soil pipe see BS 5627 1984 Specification for plastics connectors for use with horizontal outlet vitreous china WC pans Suitable access must be provided to allow the fitting of the WC connector to be carried out properly This can be provided either from the rear within a duct or by access panels on the room side Flushing arrangements are traditionally lever operated However dual flush anti vandal pneumatic push buttons flush plates or sensor operation may also be considered Designers and specifiers must always consider people with disabilities and what will suit them In all areas a visual contrast between WC seat and pan should be provided see HBN 00 02 Note WC pans for use in prison hospitals and mental health facilities are not covered by this SHTM
50. ls Sheet 15 e WT2 see Sheet 15 item 15 13 Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 57 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland NA NHS YK health Facitities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series N zx Services Scotlan Sheet 12 WC for fully ambulant and ambulant disabled users ass The typical assembly requirements are 1 Rimless pan for all back to wall hospital pattern pans 2 Fully enclosed seat holes 3 Seat only with no cover lid 4 WC suite to fully comply with the WC Suite Performance Specifications of the Water Supply Water Fittings Regulations 1999 5 Cistern to include flushing arrangement siphon adjusted to deliver no more than 6 L full flush and if dual flush smaller volume not to exceed two thirds of full flush volume Figure 13 WC for fully ambulant and ambulant disabled users Note See also HBN 00 02 Sanitary spaces which provides guidance on the ergonomic requirements for individual sanitary assemblies and room layouts in healthcare facilities Components used in Figure 13 e WCH Hospital pattern WC Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 58 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 44 YK health racities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series WC H Identification Back to wall rimless only WC pan with seat and including cistern
51. lush pipe to be plastic Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 27 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland yy YK health Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series ervices Scotland e enclosed and floor mounted if mechanical floor cleaning equipment is not used e pneumatic push button flush e front leg supports Application For the disposal of liquid and solid waste and to be used with concealed services and wall mounted supply fittings Fixing installation e disposal unit mounted on brackets and or fixings suitable for screw fixing to wall or duct panel Provision for screw fixing concealed cistern and pipework e should be fed only from cistern e use HP valve option when connecting to water supply pressure in excess of 1 35 bar Cleaning maintenance Exposed surfaces smooth and easily cleaned with no sharp edges Design and specification notes See also paragraphs 2 4 2 5 and 2 93 2 95 Tap trap and waste For details see Sheet 15 e TB H1 see Sheet 15 item 15 1 e TRR2 P see Sheet 15 item 15 11 e WT4 see Sheet 15 item 15 15 Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 28 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland DA NH YK health Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series N77 Services Scotland Sheet 2 Plaster sink assembly for use in connection with p
52. ly for use in connection with clinical procedures Sheet 11 Hospital pattern urinal Sheet 12 WC for fully ambulant and ambulant disabled users Sheet 13 WC for assisted ambulant disabled wheelchair users Sheet 14 Bath assembly for use in connection with personal bathing Sheet 15 Data sheets for taps traps wastes and floor outlets used in assemblies Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 22 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 5 heath races scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series Sheet 1 Disposal unit assemblies for the disposal of liquid and solid waste in connection with clinical procedures SSS sss The typical assembly requirements are Hospital pattern disposal unit including cistern 2 Hospital pattern lever action taps to avoid contamination located over sink or hopper if no sink 3 Separate manual control of hot and cold water Open nozzle and flow straightener with minimal restriction connected to concealed services a bE a Figure 2 Disposal unit assembly Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 23 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland WH WK health Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series ervices Components used in Figure 2 1 DU HS assembly e DU HS Hospital pattern disposal unit with sink
53. mostatic monobloc pillar mixer tap e TRR1 P 1 in resealing bottle trap plastic e WTS3 1 in waste with plug and chain Assembly 2 e Same as Assembly 1 except use TP5 7 in pillar taps short lever action thermostatic mixer on hot supply LBGL M Identification Wall mounted basin available in two sizes medium or large with bottom outlet Standards Vitreous china as BS 3402 Description e white vitreous china basin with concealed fixings right hand tap hole or two tap holes no overflow no chain hole and bottom outlet e all necessary support brackets Application e for use in areas other than clinical areas e for use with concealed services Fixing installation Basin mounted on concealed brackets and fixings suitable for duct panels Cleaning maintenance Exposed surfaces to be smooth and easily cleaned Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 48 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland NA NHS DK health Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series N77 Services Scotland Design and specification notes See paragraphs 2 19 2 29 2 53 and 2 93 2 95 Taps and trap For details see Sheet 15 e TP5 see Sheet 15 item 15 6 e TP6 see Sheet 15 item 15 7 e TPP1 see Sheet 15 15 8 e TRR1 P see Sheet 15 item 15 10 e WT3 see Sheet 15 item 15 14 Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 49 of 88 Health Facilit
54. n against back siphonage is required refer to the Water Supply Water Fittings Regulations 1999 Cleaning maintenance All exposed surfaces must be smooth and easily cleaned If a spacer box is used then all exposed surfaces must be finished with melamine or similar material Design and specification notes See paragraph 2 32 Waste For details on WT1 see Sheet 15 item 15 12 Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 54 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland X NH WK health Facies scotiana SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series NN Services Scotland Sheet 11 Hospital pattern urinal The typical assembly requirements are 1 Concealed trap Floor level Figure 12 Hospital pattern urinal Note See also HBN 00 02 Sanitary spaces which provides guidance on the ergonomic requirements for individual sanitary assemblies and room layouts in healthcare facilities Components used in Figure 12 e URH 2 Hospital pattern urinal e WT2 17 in unslotted flush grated waste UR H 1 2 3 Identification Wall mounted single double or triple urinal with high level cistern and pipework for mounting in duct Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 55 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 44 WR health Facies scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series 5N ervices otland
55. nce safety Exposed surfaces smooth and easily cleaned with no sharp edges Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 33 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland NA NHS YK health racities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series Services Scotlan ass Sheet 4 Scrub up trough assemblies for use in connection with surgical washing of forearms and hands The typical assembly requirements are Hospital pattern scrub up trough Washing under running water therefore no plug Hospital pattern lever action tap s or automatic operated by sensor to avoid contamination Open nozzle and flow straightener with minimal restriction 5 Water temperature to be controlled via integral thermostat 6 Connecting to concealed services The point of discharge relative to front rim of trough is critical to ensure e that there is no water discharge or spillage outside the trough e that water falls onto inclined surface of trough e that users are able to operate lever s if supplied e that there is sufficient space for users to wash their hands and forearms under running water Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 34 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland NHS National Scotland YK sneatn Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series 2250 2400 Te H6 3 9 Figure 5 Scrub up trough assembl
56. nctional requirements and test methods BS EN 13835 2002 Founding Austenitic cast irons BS EN 14483 1 2004 Vitreous and porcelain enamels Determination of resistance to chemical corrosion Determination of resistance to chemical corrosion by acids at room temperature BS EN ISO 1461 2009 Hot dip galvanized coatings on fabricated iron and steel articles Specifications and test methods BS EN ISO 9000 2005 Quality management systems Fundamentals and vocabulary British Standards Institution 2005 Other Water Regulations Guide Water Regulations Advisory Scheme 2001 Water fittings and materials directory www wras co uk Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 87 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland NAA NHS YK health Faciities Scotland SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series N77 National Services Scotland Useful websites SSS SaaS SSS aaa Health Facilities Scotland nss hfsenquiries nhs net NBS www thenbs com BSI Shop http www bsigroup com Activity database http www adb dh gov uk Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 88 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland
57. nt Series yy e The NHSScotland national Cleaning Services Specification HAI task Force ISBN 1 903766 12 5 Components should be easy to clean There should be no inaccessible recesses rough surfaces or connections projections sharp edges unnecessary joints or exposed threads etc which may retain dirt snag cleaners hands or equipment or be difficult to reach Hospital cleaning policies must ensure that care is exercised in cleaning sanitary assemblies particularly those that are new The manufacturer s instructions must always be referred to To avoid damaging surfaces only approved cleaning cloths neutral detergent solutions and cream cleansers should be used Materials such as scouring powders and abrasive pastes and pads can cause irreparable damage and should be avoided Abrasive scouring powders can cause considerable damage by removing glaze and should be avoided A de scaling fluid should be used to remove lime deposits in WCs and other appliances The infection control team must be consulted and their recommendations strictly applied where it is necessary to disinfect baths and other appliances See also SHTM 2040 All components require to be sealed at junctions with floors and walls with a suitable sealant Maintenance and replacement Planned maintenance of sanitary assemblies must be included in maintenance manuals and programmes to ensure that supply and waste fittings are in full working order for exam
58. ntent of this SHTM does not diminish either the manufacturer s responsibility for fitness for purpose of products or the team s responsibility for selection and application of products to meet project requirements Design teams are also are reminded of their obligations under The Construction Design and Management Regulations 2009 to ensure safe construction It does not diminish the manufacturer s responsibility for supplying goods fit for purpose nor the design team s responsibility for selecting assemblies to meet project requirements Relationship to other data This SHTM was prepared for publication in September 2009 and is adapted from core text provided by the Estates and Facilities Division of the Department of Health England The main sources of data used in its preparation are listed in the References section Readers should ensure they use the latest edition of all building legislation British Standards Health and Safety Regulations etc and give first preference to products and services from sources which have been registered under a quality assurance procedure Suppliers offering products other than to British Standards should provide test evidence to show their products are at least equal to such standards Reference should also be made to the acceptability of water fittings as approved by the Water Regulations Advisory Scheme WRAS and published in the Water Fittings and Materials Directory www wras co uk This
59. onal Services Scotland D NH WK health Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series N77 National Scotland Waste fittings e WT waste Traps e TRR trap resealing Type e H hospital pattern e HD hospital pattern for assisted ambulant disabled wheelchair users e G general pattern Material e M metal e P plastic Size e L large e M medium e S small Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 21 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland NHS Na YK near races scotond SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series Scotland 4 Assembly and component data sheets Sheet 1 Disposal unit assemblies for the disposal of liquid and solid waste in connection with clinical procedures Sheet 2 Plaster sink assembly for use in connection with plaster preparation Sheet 3 Janitorial unit Sheet 4 Scrub up trough assemblies for use in connection with surgical washing of forearms and hands Sheet 5 Sink and sink top assemblies for use in connection with clinical procedures Sheet 6 Sink and sink top assemblies for use in connection with domestic services procedures Sheet 7 Basin assemblies for use in connection with clinical procedures Sheet 8 Basin assemblies for use in connection with personal washing face forearms and hands etc Sheet 9 Basin assemblies for hand rinsing only Sheet 10 Bidet assemb
60. onent Series DU H Identification A stainless steel plain top incorporating a hopper a left hand drainer is indicated in the diagram Standards See DU HS Description e aplain top of stainless steel min 1 5mm or where press formed 1 2mm with no tap holes no upstand edges rimmed and turned down underside sound deadened with smooth impermeable easily cleaned material and or underlined with stainless steel e the top incorporates a hopper with continuous flushing rim and concealed connection and P trap with 110 mm O D outlet e asingle flush reversible 6 9 L plastic cistern for mounting in duct with 1 2 in LP valve plastic float flush pipe and CP metal flushing lever handle e stainless steel support frame with all exposed stainless steel having a 240S polish finish excluding legs if supplied e outside of plain top and hopper with bead blast finish e earthing terminal Options e right hand drainer available e in HP valve e exposed cistern and pipework plus S trap e removable splashback for access to services e front edge profiles may be square as shown or with roll front edge and with upstand at rear to suit profile shown in SHTM 62 and SHTM 63 e 650mm deep when matching SHTM 63 profile e pneumatic push button flush e front leg supports Application For the disposal of liquid and solid waste and to be used with concealed services and wall mounted supply fi
61. overed by a small grating It is intended mainly for use in showers in clinical areas The floor finish should be dressed into the flange of the grating Plaster sinks Plaster sinks in clinical areas have a lift out strainer basket and wall mounted taps A plaster sink assembly is described in Sheet 2 Scrub up troughs Scrub up troughs should be provided to enable one or more surgeons and nurses to scrub their hands and forearms Troughs should be wall hung and fitted with a single waste outlet Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 11 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 2 39 2 42 2 43 2 44 2 45 2 46 2 47 y7 YK health Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series Taps should be wall mounted and deliver safe thermostatically TMV3 D08 controlled hot water A scrub up trough assembly is described in Sheet 4 For infection control reasons sensor controlled fittings are generally required for controlling the flow of water at scrub up troughs and these can also offer the additional benefit of controlled run times The relationship between the taps and the trough is critical in order to avoid splashing Showers Showers in clinical areas should be provided in shower rooms with wheelchair access The floor should be laid to falls to a waste outlet set into the floor Supply fittings should be wall mounted Flexible hose to hand held show
62. p troughs and with medium and large hospital pattern integral back outlet basins Cleaning maintenance safety All exposed surfaces to be smooth and easily cleaned See also paragraphs 2 84 2 89 Sensor located either below the fixed nozzle to the side of the fitting or integral with the fitting Design and specification notes See paragraphs 2 54 2 76 TB H6 Identification Integral thermostatic automatic action bib mixer tap Standards Performance to Model Engineering Specification D08 Thermostatic mixing valves healthcare premises Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 69 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 15 4 NHS National wy YK health Faciities Scotland SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series Services Scotland Ce TB H6 Figure 18 Tap assembly TB H6 Description e integral thermostatic hospital pattern bib combination mixer with sensor operation e flow straightener with minimal restriction e single threaded tail with brass backnut washer and two inlets Note Spray and aerator outlet should not be used Options e remote thermostatic mixing valve e approx 200mm tubular spout e close proximity and timed flow sensor Application Suitable for use in conjunction with hospital pattern basins and scrub up troughs Cleaning maintenance safety All exposed surfaces to be smooth and easily cleaned see also pa
63. ple TMV3 D08 valves to hot outlets and shower valves have a six monthly audit This necessitates regular access to parts of fittings that require maintenance adjustment or checking including connections and elbows Some components such as tap and valve washers flexible hoses and plugs and chains become worn with use They should be examined regularly and replaced before they affect the operation of the entire assembly Concealed services In clinical areas pipework and cisterns should always be concealed Exposed services are visually unattractive can be unhygienic and are difficult to clean and decorate Indeed the additional cost of the latter over a number of years may well exceed any savings in initial capital costs Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 18 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland y7 YK health Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series Services Scotland 2 95 In all cases the objectives of design and specification must be an installation which is neat easy to clean and maintain and durable Bacterial growth 2 96 Components and accessories should not sustain the growth of bacteria The design team should refer to SHTM 2040 and SHFN 30 for guidance on the control of Legionella and other bacteria Fixings and loadings 2 97 All appliances should accept live loadings in use This depends on the strength of the appliance its
64. prevents rotation e two inlets for supply pipes Note Spray and aerator outlet should not be used Application For use with general pattern basins in WCs both for hand rinsing and personal washing Cleaning maintenance All exposed surfaces to be smooth and easily cleaned see also paragraphs 2 84 2 89 Design and specification notes See paragraphs 2 66 2 74 TPP1 Identification Monobloc pillar mixer self closing press taps non concussive and with two inlets Figure 23 Tap assembly TPP1 Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 75 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 15 9 X ner NH AN Health Facilities Scotland SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series scotland Standards e BSEN 816 e performance to comply with Model Engineering Specification D08 Thermostatic mixing valves healthcare premises Description e monobloc pillar mixer tap with metal headwork shrouded metal top and colour temperature indicators e open nozzle and flow straightener with minimal restriction run time adjustable e spout to body connection clear of base e G in x 15mm connectors e thermostatic mixer on the hot supply Note Spray and aerator outlet should not be used Application e for hand washing when used in conjunction with medium and large general basins e for hand rinsing when used in conjunction with small general basins
65. r pattern approximately 75mm long Note Spray and aerator outlet should not be used Application Suitable for use with sinks and hoppers Cleaning maintenance All exposed surfaces to be smooth and easily cleaned TB H2a Identification Integral thermostatic hospital pattern bib combination mixer tap with a single lever single flow fixed horizontal nozzle and 2 x Ain inlets with sequential operation Figure 17 Tap assembly TB H2a Standards Performance to Model Engineering Specification D08 Thermostatic mixing valves healthcare premises Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 68 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 15 3 y7 WK health Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series ervices Scotland Description e integral thermostatic hospital pattern bib combination mixer with sequential operation via single lever through a minimum travel of 120 degrees cold into hot Single flow fixed horizontal nozzle and 2 x in inlets e open nozzle and flow straightener with minimal restriction e open end reach of nozzle 200 250 mm from wall e two threaded tails with brass backnuts and washers Inlets for 15 mm supply pipe Options e Remote thermostatic mixing valve e Dual lever control one lever to operate flow rate and one lever to set temperature Application Suitable for use in conjunction with scrub u
66. ragraphs 2 90 2 95 Design and specification notes See paragraphs 2 62 2 70 TB6 Identification Bib combination tap assembly 2 x in inlets and with single flow fixed nozzle and short levers Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 70 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 15 5 NHS National YK health rcs scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series Standards Performance of draw off taps with metal bodies as BS 5412 Description e metal bib combination tap with all metal headwork shrouded rotating lever action tops with coloured indicators e threaded tails to valves and nozzle metal flange plates and combination pipework with threaded inlets for mounting in duct CAQ TB6 Figure 19 Tap assembly TB6 Options Integral or upstream thermostat to be on the hot supply Application Suitable for use with general baths Cleaning maintenance safety All exposed surfaces to be smooth and easily cleaned see also paragraphs 2 84 2 89 Design and specification notes See paragraphs 2 62 2 70 TP3 Identification Pair of pillar taps in high neck and long lever Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 71 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland YK health Facts scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series National Scotland Standards e Performance as BS 5412 and B
67. rails in accessible WCs see HBN 00 02 Sanitary spaces Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 16 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 2 84 44 YK health Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series yy Cleaning and disinfection Hygiene and cleaning Control and Prevention of Healthcare Associated Infection HAI is a priority issue for NHSScotland both in respect of the safety and well being of patients and staff and also the resources consumed by potentially unavoidable infections Healthcare Associated Infection HAI is a complex issue involving the many different elements of patient care and provision Due to its multi factorial nature there is a need to develop a holistic approach to combating the spread of infection within the built environment It is imperative that those involved in the design and planning construction and refurbishment and on going maintenance of the healthcare facility have a sound knowledge of prevention and control of infection in the built environment SHFN 30 and HAI SCRIBE aim to provide information on the prevention and control of infection and on the prevention of cross infection and cross contamination in healthcare facilities to those responsible for the planning design and maintenance of such facilities Cleaning is an essential part of the multi disciplinary approach in improving patient staff and public safety
68. red may be set and locked on the valve The design team should refer to SHTM 2040 when considering the problems of safety particularly the risk of scalding young children and older people To reduce the risk of an outbreak of Legionnaires disease occurring cold water should be stored and distributed at a temperature below 20 C and hot water should be stored at a temperature of a minimum of 60 C and distribution controlled to a temperature of a minimum of 55 C The safety of users particularly some children and older people would be compromised if they were allowed to use washing or bathing facilities supplied with water at this temperature that is immersion in or exposure to running hot water This risk can be reduced by the installation at each hot outlet of a locally adjustable thermostatic mixing valve see SHTM 2040 for guidance on safe water temperatures Valves of this type are unaffected by changes in water pressure and should automatically and quickly close the hot or cold supply if either supply fails Vigilance will still be required to ensure that vulnerable patients using sinks in kitchens are not in prolonged contact with water that could be in excess of these temperatures Water delivery The control of water delivery at point of use on off and hot cold may be achieved in several ways and in several different combinations Supply fittings are more normally controlled by hand manipulation of a tap head
69. rinals are more hygienic and easier to install than slabs Assemblies of one two and three bowls are available in the hospital pattern assembly with concealed services and cistern Water economy should be considered when choosing urinals Additionally waterless urinals could be considered Using an appropriate cleaning regime waterless urinals can eliminate all supply services resulting in better hygiene reduce duct depth and eliminate the splashing spray and medium for bacteria associated with water fed urinals WCs Hospital pattern WCs should be rimless wash down pans and be of the back to wall or wall hung type with concealed cistern and services Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 8 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 2 11 2 12 2 13 2 14 2 15 2 16 2 17 2 18 2 19 2 20 y7 YK health Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series N zx Access for sanitary chairs and wheelchairs should be carefully considered This will involve coordinating the dimensions of chairs with those of WC assemblies and any necessary adjustment to the location of the WC in relation to the wall behind it or to the height from floor level to facilitate transfer of patients to and from the chair The Building Scotland Regulations require adequate provision of and the maximum travel distance to accessible WC facilities Consideration wi
70. s Building Component Series N77 National Services Scotland Options Galvanised cast iron grating Application Suitable for domestic service use in main cleaners rooms service departments etc To be used with wall mounted hot and cold taps and length of hose to hose down Fixing installation Grout into floor seal spigot to drain and seal floor finish to rim of outlet Cleaning maintenance All exposed surfaces to be smooth and easily cleaned and with no sharp edges poo ps 400 600 l 400 600 Figure 26 Floor outlet FO G Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 83 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 44 XK health races scotland SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series References Acts and Regulations The Building Scotland Regulations 2004 ISBN 0 9546292 3 x Ref Scottish Building Standards Agency The Construction Design and Management Regulations 2007 The Stationery Office http www legislation hmso gov uk Disability Discrimination Act 1995 and 2005 HMSO 1995 http www legislation hmso gov uk acts acts 1995 Ukpga _19950050_en_1 htm The Water Supply Water Fittings Regulations 1999 SI 1999 No 1148 HMSO 1999 http www hmso gov uk si si1999 19991148 htm The Water Supply Water Fittings Regulations 1999 WC Suite Performance Specifications Department for Environment Food amp Rural Affairs
71. s Building Component Series N77 Services Scotland Sheet 10 Bidet assembly for use in connection with clinical procedures The typical assembly requirements are Hospital pattern bidet with flush grated waste therefore no plug required Sensor operated over rim supply Water temperature thermostatically controlled TMV3 approved Pe eS All service connections to be concealed 375 Figure 11 Bidet assembly Note See also HBN 00 02 Sanitary spaces which provides guidance on the ergonomic requirements for individual sanitary assemblies and room layouts in healthcare facilities Components used in Figure 11 e BDH Hospital pattern bidet e WT1 1 in unslotted flush grated waste Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 53 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland y7 YK health Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series rvices Scotland BDH Identification Back to wall pedestal bidet with sensor operated spout Standards e vitreous china as BS 3402 e wastes as BS EN 274 e Model Engineering Specification D08 Thermostatic mixing valves healthcare premises Description White vitreous china bidet rimless with one tap hole no overflow with outlet to suit 17 in waste and no plug Options Spacer box Fixing installation Prepared for screw fixing to floor Special provisio
72. supply pipes at the point of connecting the control fitting This will improve the performance of sanitary assemblies helping to avoid the use of expensive supply fittings such as pressure regulating valves Water temperature The water temperature at point of delivery should be controlled by one of the methods described below as appropriate to user requirements Provided certain requirements are met notably that hot and cold pressures are balanced and from a common source and that the outlet air gap is appropriate the Water Supply Water Fittings Regulations permit blending within the supply fitting Where the requirements cannot be met but the hot supply is wholesome mixing within the fitting is still acceptable providing appropriate inlet backflow prevention protection is employed An alternative solution is the use of supply fittings that maintain separate hot and cold water up to the point of discharge Manual control Separate hot and cold water taps or valves that the user controls manually Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 14 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 2 66 2 67 2 68 2 69 2 70 2 71 2 72 2 73 2 74 2 15 y7 WK health Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series Individual thermostatic control Thermostatic mixing of hot and cold water is by a valve at a fitting The maximum water temperature requi
73. tatic mixer on hot supply Note Spray and aerator outlet should not be used Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 73 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 15 7 NHS National Services Scotland YK sneatn Faciities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series Application Suitable for use with medium and large general basins Cleaning maintenance All exposed surfaces to be smooth and easily cleaned see also paragraphs 2 84 2 89 Design and specification notes See paragraphs 2 66 2 74 TP6 Identification Integral thermostatic monobloc pillar mixer tap with short lever and sequential operation Figure 22 Tap assembly TP6 Standards e performance to Model Engineering Specification D08 Thermostatic mixing valves healthcare premises e function as DDA and BS 8300 Description e metal pillar mixer tap with composite headwork and shrouded metal top with colour temperature indicators and short lever Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 74 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 15 8 NHS YK beatin races scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series N zx Services Scotland e progressive action from cold to hot through gt 120 travel e open nozzle and flow straightener with minimal restriction e spout to body connection clear of base e fixing or clamping mechanism that
74. teel The top incorporates a rectangular sink bowl without overflow with a round sump containing a partially perforated stainless steel basket and covered by a close fitting stainless steel cover with recessed handle e stainless steel support frame with all exposed stainless steel having a 240S polish finish excluding legs if supplied e outside of sink and sump with bead blast finish e earthing terminal Options e left hand drainer available e front leg supports e front edge profiles may be square as shown or with roll front edge and with upstand at rear to suit profile shown in SHTM 63 and SHTM 71 e the unit requires to be 650 mm deep when matching SHTM 63 profile Application e for use with concealed fittings and with bib taps Suitable for mounting on wall brackets stand supports or base unit Fixing installation Concealed fixing clips Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 30 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland X NHS YK reas aces scotand SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series Services Scotland Cleaning maintenance Exposed surfaces smooth and easily cleaned no sharp edges all internal corners radiused Design and specification notes See paragraph 2 36 Taps and traps For details see Sheet 15 e TB H1 see Sheet 15 item 15 1 e TRR2 P see Sheet 15 item 15 11 Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 31 of 88 Health F
75. ties Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 44 YK health racities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series xv BS 5627 1984 Specification for plastics connectors for use with horizontal outlet vitreous china WC pans BS 6340 1 1983 Shower units Guide on choice of shower units and their components for use in private dwellings BS 6340 2 1983 Shower units Specification for the installation of shower units BS 7181 1989 Specification for storage cisterns up to 500 L actual capacity for water supply for domestic purposes BS 8300 2009 Design of buildings and their approaches to meet the needs of disabled people Code of practice BS EN 37 1999 Pedestal WC pans with independent water supply Connecting dimensions EN 198 2008 Sanitary appliances Baths made from crosslinked cast acrylic sheets Requirements and test methods BS EN 200 2008 Sanitary tapware Single taps and combination taps for water supply systems of type 1 and type 2 General technical specification BS EN 232 2003 Baths Connecting dimensions BS EN 263 2008 Crosslinked cast acrylic sheets for baths and shower trays for domestic purposes BS EN 274 1 2002 Waste fittings for sanitary appliances Requirements BS EN 274 2 2002 Waste fittings for sanitary appliances Test methods BS EN 274 3 2002 Waste fittings for sanitary appliances Quality control BS EN 816 1997 Sanitary tapware Automatic shut off valves PN 10 BS EN
76. ts for e janitorial units see Sheet 3 e clinical procedures see Sheet 5 e general use domestic services see Sheet 6 All sinks with or without tap holes should be supplied via separate bib or pillar taps see also SHTM 2040 Kitchen sinks should be subject to a duty of care risk assessment When temperatures are in excess of 46 C scald risk warning notices will require to be displayed Overflows Overflows to sinks basins baths and bidets are not recommended as they constitute a constant infection control risk This is much more significant than the possible risk of damage due to water overflowing WCs have an internal overflow This recommendation does not apply to staff residential accommodation but does apply to patient areas including en suite and general public toilet areas Most of the components in this SHTM are specified with no overflow In situations where an overflow is required such as in a plaster sink a standing waste which incorporates an overflow may be used Supply fittings Source of supply All installations must comply with the Water Supply Water Fittings Regulations framed to avoid the risk of contamination of the mains water supply In residential buildings the regulations require a direct connection to the cold connection on a tap for drinking water normally that to the kitchen sink For further information see SHTM 2040 and the Water Regulations Guide published
77. ttings Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 26 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland 7 YK health Facitities scotian SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series N ervices Scotland Fixing installation e disposal unit mounted on brackets and or fixings suitable for screw fixing to the wall or duct panel Provision for concealed cistern and pipework e should be fed only from a cistern e use HP valve option when connecting to water supply pressure in excess of 1 35 bar Cleaning maintenance Exposed surfaces to be smooth and easily cleaned and with no sharp edges Design and specification notes See also paragraphs 2 4 2 5 and 2 93 2 95 DU Identification A stainless steel hopper Standards See DU HS Description e a stainless steel min 1 5 mm hopper with no tap holes no upstand edges rimmed and turned down and with continuous flushing rim and concealed connection plus P trap with 110 mm O D outlet e asingle flush reversible 6 9 L plastic cistern for mounting in duct with 1 2 in LP valve plastic float plastic flush pipe and CP metal flushing lever handle e stainless steel support frame with all exposed stainless steel having a 240S polish finish excluding legs if supplied e outside of hopper with bead blast finish e earthing terminal Options e in HP valve e high level exposed cistern and pipework f
78. ubscription service Users are advised to ensure that they refer to the current edition Refer to the NBS website at www thenbs com Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 5 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland x JAS Health Facilities Scotland SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Building Component Series yy Any enquiries regarding the technical content of this SHTM should be e mailed to nss hfsenquiries nhs net Terminology Throughout this SHTM the following definitions apply General pattern for use by hospital staff patients and the public in general i e in other words non clinical use Hospital pattern for use by clinical staff in connection with clinical procedures Sanitary assembly an assembly comprising a soil or waste appliance and appropriate supply and waste fittings Soil appliance an appliance for the reception and discharge of excretory matter Supply fitting a fitting to control or regulate the supply of water commonly used with an appliance Waste appliance an appliance for the reception of water for ablutionary cleansing or culinary purposes and its discharge after use Waste fitting a fitting to conduct the discharge from an appliance and to connect to pipework Version 1 0 December 2009 Page 6 of 88 Health Facilities Scotland a Division of NHS National Services Scotland X Health Facilities Scotland SHTM 64 Sanitary Assemblies Buil

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