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Architectural Services DepartmentHKSAR
Laboratory Design for Secondary Schools
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Objective in Designing Laboratories
To design well serviced and equipped laboratories in an environment which is conclusive to learning
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Design Considerations
General Arrangement
Biology
The following laboratories are normally found in a standard secondary school
Chemistry
Physics
Integrated Sciences
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Design Considerations
General Arrangement
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Design Considerations
General Arrangement Laboratories with adjacent preparation rooms
Biology LaboratoryBiology LaboratoryChemistry LaboratoryChemistry LaboratoryPhysics LaboratoryPhysics LaboratoryIntegrated Science LaboratoryIntegrated Science Laboratory
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Design Considerations
ServicesLighting - 500 lux at worktop level
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Design Considerations
ServicesVentilation
Mechanical Extract (10 air change per hour)
Ceiling Fans
Air Conditioning
Natural Ventilation
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Design Considerations
ServicesUtility Services
Water
ElectricityGas
Sink
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Design Considerations
Fitted Furniture
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Design Considerations
Proprietary FurnitureThe proprietary laboratory furniture has the following advantages:
Proven material, good chemical and moisture resistance
Modular sizes for easy replacement and addition
Factory produced, consistent quality
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FurnitureMaterials
Laboratory furniture manufactured from high quality MR MDF (moisture resistance medium density fibre board), laminated and edge banded.
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WorktopsHigh Pressure Laminates with phenolic resin laminate core Easily machined requiring no edging
Allowing coved upstands for easier cleaningAcid resistant for chemicals used in schools
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Design Considerations
Storage Requirements
Large range of sizes Glass Fronted
Security Signage and identification of contents
Chemical storage
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Design Considerations
Fume Cupboards
Based on recommendations in “Fume Cupboards in Schools” U.K.Dept for Education & Employment
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Design Considerations
Fume Cupboards
Key Features
Glass side panels to enable visibility from all sides of the fume cupboard.Worktops are of chemical resistant Trespa.All glass is 6mm toughened safety glass.
Each fume cupboard is provided with 1xtwin RCB protected power socket, cold water and town gas supply.
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Design Considerations
Fume Cupboards
Key Features
A constant face velocity of 0.4m/s +/- 30% is maintained at sash opening of 400mm high.
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Safety
Preventive Safety Measures
Use of fume cupboardsPurpose designed chemical and chemical waste storage
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Design Considerations
Safety
Reactive Safety Measures
Eye wash facilities
First Aid
Fire extinguishers
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Conclusion
Good and efficient design can only be achieved with an accurate description of requirements
The feedback and comments of the users is essential for achieving good design
