Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers and construction managers interested in plumbing and gas systems for hospitals and medical clinics. Here is what is discussed: 1. GENERAL, 1.1 PLUMBING SYSTEMS, 1.2 WATERBORNE PATHOGEN PREVENTION/CONTROL, 1.3 GENERAL DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS, 2. POTABLE WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM, 2.1 QUALITY, 2.2 CONTINUITY OF SERVICE, 2.3 BACKFLOW PREVENTION, 2.4 DOMESTIC HOT WATER SYSTEMS, 2.5 PLUMBING FIXTURES AND OTHER EQUIPMENT, 2.6 SANITARY DRAINAGE SYSTEM, 2.7 STORM WATER DISPOSAL, 2.8 FUEL GAS SERVICE, 2.9 MEDICAL GAS SYSTEMS, 2.9.1 SYSTEMS FOR MEDICAL CLINICS, 2.9.2 DENTAL CLINICS, 2.9.3 SYSTEM CONTROL VALVES, 2.9.4 ALARM SYSTEMS, 2.9.5 GAS SYSTEM SOURCES (STORAGE), 2.9.6 POINT-OF-USE SOURCES, 2.9.7 ALTERNATIVE COMPRESSED AIR SOURCES, 2.9.8 COLOR CODING AND LABELING, 2.9.9 MEDICAL GAS SYSTEMS OUTLETS, 2.9.10 EMERGENCY POWER SOURCE, 2.9.11 MEDICAL COMPRESSED AIR (MCA), 2.9.12 DENTAL COMPRESSED AIR (DCA), 2.9.13 LABORATORY AIR (LA), 2.9.14 INSTRUMENT AIR (IA), 2.9.15 SURGICAL HANDPIECE DRIVE AIR (SHDA), 2.9.16 MEDICAL-SURGICAL VACUUM SYSTEM (MV), 2.9.17 DENTAL HIGH VACUUM (DHV), 2.9.18 DENTAL LOW VACUUM (DLV), 2.9.19 CENTRAL DENTAL HIGH-VOLUME LABORATORY DUST EVACUATION (LDE), 2.9.20 WASTE ANESTHESIA GAS DISPOSAL (WAGD), 2.9.21 OXYGEN (OX), 2.9.22 NITROUS OXIDE (NO), 2.9.23 NITROGEN (NI), 2.9.24 STERILIZATION GAS, 2.9.25 PROCESS GAS.

Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers, architects and construction managers interested in design of hospitals and medical clinics. Here is what is discussed: 1. ARCHITECTURAL DETAILS, 2. DRAINAGE SYSTEMS, 3. MEDICAL GAS AND VACUUM SYSTEMS, 4. HVAC SYSTEMS, 5. PLUMBING AND PIPING, 6. PLUMBING FIXTURES AND EQUIPMENT, 7. PLUMBING CRITERIA, 8. PUMBING SCHEMATICS AND SCHEDULES, 9. WATER SYSTEMS, 10. SITE PLANNING, 11. TRANSPORTATION, LOGISTICS, WAYFINDING, 12. WATER SUPPLY.

Introductory technical guidance for architectural engineers, electrical engineers, mechanical engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in medical equipment for hospitals and medical clinics.

A Comprehensive Guide to Facility Piping Systems Fully up-to-date with the latest codes and standards, this practical resource contains everything you need to plan, select, design, specify, and test piping systems for industry, commercial, and institutional applications. The book includes complete coverage of pipes, fittings, valves, jointing methods, hangers, supports, pumps, tanks, and other required equipment. Facility Piping Systems Handbook, Third Edition, progresses from fundamentals of systems operation to a design procedure that allows quick and accurate component and pipe sizing. Listings of FDA, EPA, and OSHA requirements are included. Complete with formulas, charts, and tables, this invaluable all-in-one volume will save you time and money on the job. Coverage includes: Water treatment and purification Heat transfer, insulation, and freeze protection Cryogenic storage Facility steam and condensate systems Liquid fuel storage and dispensing Fuel gas and compressed gas systems Vacuum air systems Animal facility piping systems Life safety systems Nonpotable and drinking water systems Swimming pools, spas, and water attractions And more

Introductory technical guidance for mechanical engineers and other professional engineers interested in design and construction of medical air and gas systems for hospitals and medical clinics. Here is what is discussed: 1. GENERAL, 2. MEDICAL GAS AND VACUUM SYSTEMS, 3. LABORATORY GAS AND VACUUM SYSTEMS FOR RESEARCH AND MEDICAL LABORATORIES, 4. ORAL EVACUATION SYSTEM, 5. DENTAL COMPRESSED AIR SYSTEMS, 6. DESIGN FOR DENTAL UNIT WATER LINES, 7. FUEL GAS SYSTEMS.

Introductory technical guidance for architectural engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in design and construction of hospitals and medical clinics. Here is what is discussed: 1. TECHNICAL CONSIDERATIONS, 2. FUNCTIONAL DIAGRAMS, 3. FUNCTIONAL RELATIONSHIPS MATRIX.

Introduction to Clinical Engineering focuses on the application of engineering practice within the healthcare delivery system, often defined as clinical engineering. Readers will explore the fundamental concepts integral to the support of healthcare technology to advance medical care. The primary mission of clinical engineers is the utilization of medical devices, software, and systems to deliver safe and effective patient care throughout technology's lifecycle. This unique and interdisciplinary workforce is part of the healthcare team and serves as the intersection between engineering and medicine. This book is aimed at practitioners, managers, students, and educators to serve as a resource that offers a broad perspective of the applications of engineering principles, regulatory compliance, lifecycle planning, systems thinking, risk analysis, and resource management in healthcare. This book is an invaluable tool for healthcare technology management (HTM) professionals and can serve as a guide for students to explore the profession in depth. - Offers readers an in-depth look into the support and implementation of existing medical technology used for patient care in a clinical setting - Provides insights into the clinical engineering profession, focusing on engineering principles as applied to the US healthcare system - Explores healthcare technology, hospital and systems safety, information technology and interoperability with medical devices, clinical facilities management, as well as human resource management

This publication provides an introduction to the design of plumbing and gas systems for medical and dental treatment facilities including hospitals and clinics.

This publication provides technical guidance for mechanical engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in gas and vacuum systems hospitals and medical and dental clinics. Here is what is discussed:1. GENERAL 2. MEDICAL GAS AND VACUUM SYSTEMS 3. LABORATORY GAS AND VACUUM SYSTEMS FOR RESEARCH AND MEDICAL LABORATORIES 4. ORAL EVACUATION SYSTEM 5. DENTAL COMPRESSED AIR SYSTEMS 6. DESIGN FOR DENTAL UNIT WATER LINES 7. FUEL GAS SYSTEMS.

This publication describes the processes involved in the design installation and maintenance of modern plumbing systems. It recommends a number of plumbing system design and installation specifications that have demonstrated their validity from years of experience. It also examines the microbiological chemical physical and financial risks associated with plumbing and outlines the major risk management strategies that are used in the plumbing industry and emphasizes the importance of measures to conserve supplies of clean water. This work is dedicated to assisting developing countries in achieving the best possible plumbing levels to ensure the highest health benefits from use of sound plumbing practices. It is aimed at administrators and plumbers working in areas that are served by a mains drinking- water supply or sewerage system or are about to install a mains drinking- water supply or sewerage system. It should be of particular value to those working in countries or areas that are in the early stages of introducing modern plumbing systems. While it draws attention to the problems of drinking- water supply and waste removal in developing countries and outlines some of the strategies currently used it does not systematically cover issues specific to developing countries.