Title :
Special locations, medical locations
Author_Institution :
Principal Engineer, DH Estates & Facilities, Leeds
Abstract :
Healthcare facilities contain a complex mix of inter-related building services and present some important challenges where medical technology is used. Operating theatres, imaging and diagnostic treatment areas are being supported by resilient electrical supply systems and these must maintain a Safe patient environment. Other related issues including external interference, high magnetic fields, communication systems, etc., can also demand special attention which justifies the healthcare environment as a "Special Location".
Keywords :
electrical safety; health care; hospitals; electrical supply systems; healthcare facilities; high magnetic fields; inter-related building services; medical technology; safe patient environment;
Conference_Titel :
Electrical Installations in Special Locations: Requirements for Electrical Installations in BS 7671, 2008 IET Workshop on
Conference_Location :
Edinburgh
Print_ISBN :
978-0-86341-917-1