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01 30 00 ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

01 35 13 Special Project Requirements

.01 General

1. This manual of Design and Construction Standards has been prepared by the University to guide Architects and Engineers, hereinafter referred to as the Professional, commissioned to design buildings and other facilities for The Pennsylvania State University.  The information contained herein applies to the University Park Campus and all other Campuses; The Milton S. Hershey Medical Center (MSHMC); and all other locations.
2. Due to Penn State's size and breadth of operations, many locations have unique operating characteristics and requirements, which must be incorporated into the project by the Professional during design.

.02 Projects at the Milton S. Hershey Medical Center

1. As a fully functioning healthcare institution, the Milton S. Hershey Medical Center occupies a unique position within the University system, and therefore has many requirements and regulations that do not apply to other University locations.  The Professional must coordinate all project requirements with the Office of Physical Plant HMC Design and Construction Division, and with MSHMC Facilities Planning & Construction Department.
2. All construction firms performing work at the Milton S. Hershey Medical Center must have their project managers and superintendents ASHE Healthcare Construction Certified.
3. In addition, the following documents describe specific requirements that apply only to projects at MSHMC.  Where these documents conflict with other requirements in the Design & Construction Standards, these documents supersede other requirements:

01 35 20 Safety Requirements

.01 General Safety Considerations

1. Runaways and ramps should be installed in all buildings where bulk supplies are handled.  Ramps should have a surface providing traction.
2. All glass and glazed doors used at entrances, stairwells, etc., shall have adequate push plates or bars and proper glass as required by applicable building codes or regulations.
3. All windows in buildings (above ground floor) must be of the type which can be washed on both sides from the inside of the building.  Where construction is such that this type of window cannot be installed, there shall be safety belt anchors placed at the outside of the windows for fastening safety belts and an outside ledge for standing not less than 12" wide.  Safety belt anchors installed outside shall be a standard approved type. They shall not be the expansion bolt type.
4. On all windows where the stool of the window is less than two feet from the floor, there shall be bars or other approved means provided to eliminate the possibility of falls through the windows. Casement windows or other outward projecting sash will not be used at the ground floor.
5. A non-slip nosing shall be installed on all interior stairs. Nosings with grooves or other depressions tending to form trip hazards shall not be permitted. (Carborundum or similar abrasives are not permitted.)
6. All outside steps must be adequately lighted  Treads and landings should have positive drainage away from the building.
7. Suitable and guards shall be provided at all places such as stairwells, outside steps, bridges, loading ramps, etc. where persons are exposed to the possibility of falls from one level to another.
8. All inside lighting fixtures must be placed so relamping can be accomplished with minimum effort and hazard.
9. Chemical and flammable liquid storage and usage areas will be ventilated sufficiently to remove all fumes and shall be constructed in accord with all applicable codes and University requirements.
10. For the University piping color code and the usual painting called for under the mechanical trades, the University uses a "Color Code" for the identification of certain equipmentment and piping. See Division 23.

.02 Roof Fall Protection and Prevention

1. Purpose
1. The Pennsylvania State University Office of Physical Plant, in its continued dedication to safety, has developed the following minimum standards to improve fall protection and prevention through proper planning, design, construction and maintenance. These standards are intended to remove fall hazards, prevent access to fall hazards, restrict movement at fall hazards and/or provide the proper fall arrest equipment as well as assist in the proper selection, care and use of fall protection equipment.
2. Definitions
1. Fall Protection Team – The Pennsylvania State University Office of Physical Plant has established a team of individuals including members of the Safety, Design Services, Work Control Center, Maintenance Programs, Roof Crew and Project Management Offices to establish, maintain and uphold Fall Protection and Prevention Standards.
2. Passive Fall Protection Systems - A “passive” fall protection system refers to a system that is non-dynamic, stationary, and does not move, adapt, or change when in or out of use. Passive systems do not require the use of personal protective equipment or active participation from individuals occupying the roof. Common Passive systems on campus include parapets and guardrails.
3. Active Fall Protection Systems - Active fall protection systems are dynamic and require the use of special personal protective equipment as well as active participation by the individual. Common Active systems on campus include Life Lines and Anchor Points.
3. Applicability
1. Any project which proposes to add, remove or modify any portion of the roofing system or roof-top equipment, including new construction.
4. Roof Fall Protection Codes and Regulations
1. The following codes and regulations and their appendices, as amended, are hereby incorporated by reference:
1. OSHA 1926.500 through 502 (Fall Protection)
2. OSHA 1926.502 (b) (Guardrails)
3. OSHA 1926.502 (d) (Personal Fall Arrest Systems)
4. OSHA 1910.23 (Guarding floor and wall openings and holes).
5. OSHA 1910.27 (Ladders)
6. Current IBC requirements
7. PSU Ladder Detail

1. General Requirements
1. Any project which proposes to add, remove or modify any portion of the roofing system or roof-top equipment, including new construction, shall consult with Fall Protection Management Team during the preliminary design for concurrence on fall protection scope and approach.
2. In general, passive fall protection systems such as parapet walls and/or guardrails shall be the basis of design in all situations to minimize the need for personal fall arrest systems and ongoing expenses associated with inspection, maintenance, personal protection equipment and training of such systems.
3. Campus Planning and Design shall be consulted regarding the finishes of passive fall protection systems.
4. New Construction
1. In order to minimize the frequency of rooftop access, all serviceable equipment shall be located inside the building or outside the building at ground level.
2. Passive fall protection systems such as parapet walls and/or guardrails shall be installed along all rooftop edges. Parapet walls or guardrails shall comply with all applicable design standards referenced herein.
5. Roof Replacement on Existing Building
1. All equipment or travel path to equipment which is located within fifteen (15) feet of edge of roof shall be protected with an approved fall protection system.
1. Passive fall protection systems such as parapet walls and/or guardrails shall be installed along all rooftop edges around equipment and along travel path.  Parapet walls or guardrails shall comply with all applicable design standards referenced herein.
2. Should the designer determine passive fall protection is not feasible, the designer shall submit a proposal to the Project Leader for review and approval which includes, but is not limited to, details on the proposed alternative (fixed anchor points or horizontal lifeline system), evaluating the lifecycle cost comparison between the preferred passive system and the proposed alternative system, outlines the required maintenance, inspection and training requirements.  No active systems may be constructed without written approval from the Project Leader.
6. All other roof modifications, including the retrofitting existing roofs with the sole purpose of providing fall protection based off fall protection risk assessment priorities:
1. Passive fall protection systems such as parapet walls and/or guardrails shall be installed along all rooftop edges around equipment and along travel path which is located within fifteen (15) feet from the edge of roof.
2. Should the designer determine passive fall protection is not feasible, the designer shall submit a proposal to the Project Leader for review and approval which includes, but is not limited to, details on the proposed alternative (fixed anchor points or horizontal lifeline system), evaluating the lifecycle cost comparison between the preferred passive system and the proposed alternative system, outlines the required maintenance, inspection and training requirements.  No active systems may be constructed without written approval from the Project Leader.
3. Temporary/movable fall protection systems (i.e. portable railing, carts) may be utilized if roof is scheduled for replacement within five (5) years or as determined appropriate by the Fall Protection Team.  No temporary systems may be constructed without consulting with the Fall Protection Team and written approval from the Project Leader.
2. Design Criteria:
1. Passive Fall Protection Systems:
1. Fall protection (guards) shall extend past equipment and roof access hatches within fifteen (15) of roof edge and all roof access ladders regardless of location a minimum of six (6) feet on both sides.
2. No wood material shall be used.
3. Parapet wall design criteria
1. Parapet walls shall measure forty-eight (48) inches from top of finished roof grade and comply with all design standards referenced in 01 35 20 Safety Requirements.
4. Guardrail design criteria
1. Guards must comply with IBC, OSHA and all applicable design standards as found in 1926.502 (b).
2. Guards shall be a minimum of forty-eight (48) inches in height as measured from the top of finished roof grade with spacing in accordance with 2009 IBC 1013.5 and 1013.6 in order to accommodate future installation of additional roof system thickness. Exception is only considered in guardrail applications on catwalks. In this case, guards shall be a minimum of forty-two (42) inches in height as measured from the top of finished catwalk walking surface grade.  All other applicable design standards apply.
2. Active Fall Protection Systems:
1. Anchor point design criteria
1. Anchor points must comply with OSHA design standards found in 1926.502 (d).
2. Anchor point quantity, spacing and load rating shall be designed to ensure two workers can work concurrently at the same location. It is the responsibility of the design professional to provide supporting calculations regarding load ratings.
2. Horizontal Lifeline design criteria:
1. Shall be designed in accordance with all applicable codes, regulations and manufacturers’ specifications.
3. Marking and Signage
1. Approved tie off locations shall be marked with stamped stainless steel tag including, but not limited to, the following information: Building number, tie off sequential number, and rating (maximum number of people allowed to hook to). Tags may be secured on structural member, adjacent to tie off, or wire connected to loop.
2. Close out submittal requirement - Contractor shall provide log of tie off sequential number and information with general description of location.
3. Roof Protection Diagram – The design professional shall provide a diagram to the Project Leader of each roof section which includes, but is not limited to, the following
1. Locations of all fall protection features
2. Load rating for each fall protection feature, if applicable
3. Maximum number of people permitted on each anchor point, where applicable.
4. Type of personal protection equipment required at each fall protection feature (i.e. connection devices/lanyard/retractable lanyard, etc.)
5. The Project Leader is responsible for distribution of the map to the Fall Protection Team and to ensure installation on-site.
4. Skylights
1. Shall be protected per OSHA Section 1910.23(a)(4) and (e)(8)
5. Fixed Ladder Access and Stairs
1. Fixed ladder access and/or stairs shall be provided in accordance with OSHA 1910.27 and OSHA 1910.24.
2. Guardrails shall extend beyond all ladders a minimum of six (6) feet on each side.
3. All applicable Penn State University Ladder Design Standards are hereby incorporated by reference.
6. ROOF HATCH OR SCUTTLE
1. All roof hatches and scuttles shall be in accordance with OSHA 1910.23.(a)(3)
2. Roof hatches and scuttles shall be a minimum of three (3) feet by four (4) feet.
3. Basis for design of new roof hatches or scuttles shall be stair access.
4. All roof hatches and scuttles with ladders shall be equipped with means of assistance for transition from access ladder onto rooftop (i.e. Ladder safety post, folding post, etc.).
3. AS-BUILTS
1. At a minimum, as-built drawings shall include, but are not limited to the precise location of all fall protection features with design criteria and identifying information
4. O&M FROM DESIGNERS
1. Maintenance and inspection requirements must be provided by the designer prior to final payment.
2. Warranty information must be provided by the designer prior to final payment.

.03 Prevention through Design Standards

1. Roofs (See official PSU Roof Fall Protection Standard)
1. Fall Protection system is required for employee protection anytime work is required on the roof.
1. Rooftop equipment
1. Evaluate locating on the ground or in mech rooms, or be at least 15 feet from the leading edge of a roof.
2. Passive fall protection systems shall be installed so personal fall arrest systems are not required.
1. Walkways to equipment shall be further than 15 feet from the edge of the roof.
2. Roof access ladders shall be equipped with a safety climb system, 6 feet of guardrail on either side and a self-closing swing gate at the ladder opening
2. Serviceable Equipment
1. Shall not be installed in any space that meets the definition of an OSHA confined space.
2. Valves, switches, disconnects, vavs, dampers, AHUs, exhaust fans, filter banks, etc shall be located so they can be safely accessed for servicing.
3. Lighting fixtures, etc shall be located so they can be safely accessed.
1. Look at area where installing to ensure ladders, scaffolds or personnel lifts can be utilized
2. Evaluate the use of Retractable fixtures 
3. Elevated work surfaces
1. Shall be equipped with standard guardrail, midrail and toe boards
2. Access shall be by standard stairway
1. If access is provided by straight ladder, refer to ladder standard. 
4. Janitorial Sinks
1. Shall be installed at floor level so buckets, equipment, etc do not have to be lifted to empty. 
5. Fixed Ladders
1. Shall be equipped with safety climb system when greater than 24 feet in length
2. Shall have 6 feet of conforming guardrail installed on either side regardless of length.
3. Ladder openings at the landing shall be equipped with a self closing swing gate regardless of length.
6. Electrical Gear
1. Shall be equipped with arc flash reduction capabilities.
2. Adequate clearance distances shall be established in front of gear to provide safe access.
3. Disconnect shall be installed within sight of the equipment.