Outdoor air intakes shall be
located at least 25 feet (7.62 m) from exhaust outlets of
ventilating systems, combustion equipment stacks,
medical-surgical vacuum systems, cooling towers, and
areas that may collect vehicular exhaust or other noxious
fumes. Plumbing vents shall be located in relation to
outdoor air intakes per California Plumbing Code. The
bottom of outdoor air intakes shall be located as high as
practicable, but not less than 10 feet (3048 mm) above
ground level. If installed above the roof, they shall be
located 18 inches (457 mm) above roof level or 3 feet (914
mm) above a flat roof where heavy snowfall is anticipated.
Exceptions:
Exceptions:
- These dimensions may be reduced if it is demonstrated by the submission of details and calculations that location of intakes with respect to exhausts and their orientation, or the use of special filters, provides equal performance.
- The requirements regarding the bottom of outdoor air intakes and installation through the roof do not apply to skilled nursing facilities, intermediate-care facilities or nonsensitive areas in correctional treatment centers.
Exhaust outlets shall be
located a minimum of 10 feet (3048 mm) above adjoining
grade and 10 feet (3048 mm) from doors, occupied areas,
and operable windows.
Exception: Airborne infection isolation rooms shall comply with Section 414.1.
Exception: Airborne infection isolation rooms shall comply with Section 414.1.