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Here is some sample content from Life Safety - Construction Suitability:

	POLICY: There shall be consideration of the characteristics of the patient population and of the services provided when considering any new construction or remodeling. All components of the Americans With Disabilities Act shall be considered when new construction or remodeling is initiated. All new construction will comply with Guidelines For Construction and Equipment of Hospitals and Medical Facilities, 2001 edition published by the American Institute of Architects. All State requirements will be followed along with the standards of the American National Standards Institute ANSI. ...
Second excerpt:
	...will provide clean, neat and well-lit use areas. All efforts will be made to ensure patients auditory and visual privacy during treatment. Appropriate space and equipment for patient activities, i.e., storage for clothing, personal hygiene items or display of personal items. Appropriate door locks and structural restraints for the protection of patients, staff and visitors. All locking devices utilized will be consistent with the requirements of NFPA's Life Safety Code 101 - 2000. ...