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South Carolina Code of Regulations
Chapter 61 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL
Subchapter 61-103 - Residential Treatment Facilities for Children and Adolescents
Section 61-103.S - Mechanical Requirements

S.C. Code Regs. § § 61-103.S

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Current through Register Vol. 48, 12, December 27, 2024
Section 61-103.S - Mechanical Requirements
(1) Prior to licensure of the facility all mechanical systems shall be tested, balanced and operated to demonstrate that the installation and performance of these systems conforms to the requirements of the plans and specifications.
(2) Each piece of equipment shall be valved at the supply and return ends.
(3) Design temperatures for all occupied areas shall be seventy-five degrees (75 degrees Fahrenheit) minimum at winter design conditions and seventy-eight degrees (78 degrees Fahrenheit) maximum at summer design conditions.
(4) Air handling duct systems shall meet requirements of "Installation of Air Conditioning and Ventilating Systems" (NFPA 90A).
(5) Fire and smoke dampers shall be constructed, located and installed in accordance with the requirements of "Installation of Air Conditioning and Ventilating Systems" (NFPA 90A). Access for maintenance shall be provided at all dampers.
(6) An emergency heating system shall be provided.

S.C. Code Regs. § 61-103.S