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1224.4.9 Windows and Screens
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Patient room windows shall have sills not more than 36 inches (914 mm) above the floor. If operable windows are provided that require the use of tools or keys for operation, the tools or keys shall be located at the nurses' station.
Exception: Window sills in intensive-care units may be 60 inches (1524 mm) above the floor.
If operable windows are provided in airborne infection isolation or protective environment rooms, they shall only be operable by the use of tools or keys which shall be located at the nurses' station.
Safety glass or plastic glazing materials shall be used in windows in psychiatric patient areas.
Windows which may be frequently left in an open position shall be provided with insect screens of 16 meshes to the inch.
All portions of a building used by patients, personnel or other persons shall be provided with artificial light and a mechanically operated ventilating system as specified in the California Electrical Code and the California Mechanical Code.
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