Wa Police Building Code Custodial Design Guidelines

WESTERN AUSTRALIA POLICE BUILDING CODE CUSTODIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES
CUSTODIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES
1.1 BACKGROUND
Until convicted by a Court, a person detained by the police is presumed innocent and afforded a number of rights. Custodial facilities enable the police to detain people charged with an offence. The detainee may be in a stimulated / aggressive condition. Once convicted of an offence, a prisoner may serve their sentence in the facility. With the number of deaths in custody during the 1980's, the community became increasingly concerned with the treatment of detainees within both the Prison system and Police Lockups, culminating with the Royal Commission into Black Deaths in Custody. In response to these concerns and the Royal Commission, the Australian Police Ministers Council endorsed an indicative model for the design and operation of custodial facilities in all jurisdictions. See Standard Guidelines for Police Custodial Facilities in Australia. Using this model, the Western Australia Police Service developed a set of standards, comprising the Lockup Management Manual, and Custodial Design Guidelines (previously the Safe Cell Guidelines). ACKNOWLEDGEMENT The Police Service acknowledges the involvement of the Department of Housing & Works (DHW), previously the Department of Contract & Services, Western Australian Building Management Authority, in the development of the Safe Cell Guidelines.
1.2 INTRODUCTION
The Custodial Design Guidelines outline the specialised technical requirements for the design of custodial facilities, and standardises the critical building components / elements required in a safe cell. The approved components (see page 26) have been selected after extensive testing. Ongoing testing will result in regular updating of this guide. Variations from these guidelines must be approved by Police Land & Building Management Branch or a delegated representative.
1.2.1
STANDARD DETAILS
A complete set of standard details stamped preliminary will be issued with the brief. The commissioned consultant shall advise the DHW Contract Manager of the standard details required for incorporation into the contract documents. A non-preliminary set of required standard details will be issued. These shall be bound unaltered in the contract specification. Please notify the Client Manager (Police) - Client Services - Department of Housing & Works Services of any errors or discrepancies in the standard details. Refer to the Standard Detail section for an index of the current standard details.
REVISION 4 October 2011/ PRINTED 17:22 09/08/2012
1.3 DESIGN PHILOSOPHY

1.3.1 CUSTODIAL FACILITIES
The basic philosophy behind the design standards is that all detainees are entitled to certain recognised standards of care which provide for their basic human rights in an environment that ensures respect for human dignity and safeguards the individuals health and well-being. Detainees should have access to certain services and in some cases, be given control over those services, i.e. toilet, drinking water from a hygienic source, etc. The design should emphasise human interaction between detainees and personnel and allow an appropriate means of visual and / or audible communications between them. The custodial facilities cell and office areas should not appear overtly punitive or repressive. The purpose of a custodial facilities is seen to be for the secure custody / detention of a person while awaiting bail, court attendance, or serving a short sentence. The level of security should reflect the majority of the types of charges individuals are detained for, rather than the possibility of the need to detain a maximum security prisoner. For example, in an area where the majority of charges relate to offences against good order, cells should be designed for that level of security while providing for the environment of that particular region.
1.3.2
SAFE CELLS
The philosophy of safe cell design is to create a cell environment that is: not degrading or unsafe to the detainee; not unsafe to the police; and assists the police in the supervision of detainees.
1.3.3
DUTY OF CARE
The operational requirements associated with exercising "a duty of care" have resulted in custodial facilities only being provided in District Complexes and isolated stations. In all other stations, holding rooms will be provided to enable short term secure detention for a detainee awaiting charging or transfer to a overnight custody / detention facility. The provision of electronic surveillance is intended as a further aid to assist operational staff in determining the health of detainees held in custody. These systems are intended to provide on-site surveillance only. The WA Police Building Code does not address the issue of off-site monitoring.
1.4 DESIGN OBJECTIVES

Within a custodial facility there are two secure areas: Office Areas where detainees are bailed and receive visitors, processed and questioned with access to medical facilities; Cell Areas where detainees are detained. The size and complexity of these areas varies. The design of a custodial facilities should take into account: the purpose of a custodial facilities; the need to restrict public visibility; the ethnicity or culture of the majority of the detainees coupled with the need to detain a variety of cultural backgrounds;
WESTERN AUSTRALIA POLICE BUILDING CODE CUSTODIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES the type of offence the person is detained for; the provision to the detainee of an environment which is pleasant and provides access to basic facilities; the elimination of all potential suicide aids within cells; the need to detain a maximum security prisoner without the risk of escape or placing police at risk; that if a courthouse is located in town, the number of detainees held will increase; the recommendations of the final report of the Royal Commission into Aboriginal Deaths in Custody.
The design process of such facilities should include consultation with relevant groups. Detainees considered at risk of self harm, both in the metropolitan area and near country centres, will be transferred to East Perth Custodial facilities.
1.4.2
SAFE CELLS
To design a totally suicide proof cell is almost impossible. These guidelines seek to eliminate the opportunities presented in the construction of the cell to inflict self harm. For ease of supervision and access, cells need to be grouped together and in close proximity to staff areas e.g. General Office, Charge Room, Staff Entry, etc. Separation of male and female detainees is required.
1.4.3
CUSTODIAL FACILITIES TYPES
Custodial facilities design can be divided into three broad categories, depending on locality. These are considered to be ideal for the specified area. However, the design should reflect the unique requirements of each town or area, while adhering to the basic philosophy of custodial facilities design.
1.4.3.1 REMOTE AREA CUSTODIAL FACILITIES

The custodial facilities population is substantially aboriginal, usually male and generally detained for offences against good order. There is also the likelihood of a number of sentenced prisoners (trustees) serving short terms of imprisonment. The design of the custodial facilities should provide for maximum security prisoners (male, female and juveniles) who can be detained separately with access to secure but separate exercise yards. The majority of aboriginal detainees / prisoners prefer to share a cell with access to a security compound where they can sleep when the weather is hot, and cook and consume food. The security compound should be in line of sight, or at least within hearing, of the General Office, enabling detainees / prisoners to attract the attention of an officer. A visiting area should be provided to allow families to visit detainee / prisoners while maintaining some level of security. This area should: be fenced and grassed allowing detainees / prisoners contact visits, or where practicable, visitor access through the dual security compound fences; have trees or shelters; and have a drinking fountain. The custodial facilities should be designed to take advantage of prevailing winds and be sited in such a way as to avoid the harshness of the prevailing climate. This is recommended for places like Fitzroy Crossing, Roebourne or Laverton. The custodial facilities at Halls Creek is an example of this design.
1.4.3.2 COUNTRY CUSTODIAL FACILITIES DESIGN

This is recommended for towns in the wheatbelt or the south west of the State where the custodial facilities population is predominantly aboriginal. There will be fewer prisoners serving short sentences as each station would have access to a prison. A shaded and grassed fenced visiting area should be incorporated to allow detainees / prisoners contact visits, or where practicable, visitor access through the exercise compound fence. The extent of the custodial facilities office area is increased over that provided in a Remote Area Custodial facilities.
1.4.3.3 CITY / MAJOR CENTRE CUSTODIAL FACILITIES - OVERNIGHT DETENTION

This design is recommended for the city / metropolitan area or for larger country towns where the custodial facilities population is likely to be more transient and diverse. In addition, detainees face a wider variety of charges, often of a more serious nature. There will be fewer prisoners serving short sentences as each station would have access to a prison. The custodial facilities at Kalgoorlie and Joondalup are examples of this design.
1.4.3.4 CITY / MAJOR CENTRE CUSTODIAL FACILITIES - NO OVERNIGHT DETENTION

This design is recommended for the city / metropolitan area or for larger country towns where the custodial facilities population is likely to be more transient and diverse. In addition, detainees face a wider variety of charges, often of a more serious nature. If overnight detention is required the detainees are transferred to another facility. There will be no prisoners serving short sentences. The custodial facilities at Cannington and Australind are examples of this design.
1.4.4
CELL TYPE
The five types of safe cell, which are described in detail on the activity space data sheets, are: Padded Cell; General Cell Level A, B and C; Trustee Cell; Police Holding Cell Type A; and Court Holding Cell Type B.
1.4.4.1 DETERMINATION OF CELL TYPE AND NUMBER

The number and type of cells provided in a station varies. However, General Cell Type B and Holding Cell Type A are considered to be standards. The following criteria shall be used in assessing the number and type of cells required: length of custody / detention time; number and sex of detainees; number of detainees held in isolation; availability of other cells; staff numbers available for detainee supervision; distance of cells from continually manned location; number of detainees likely to attempt self harm; type of offences committed by detainees; and number of trustees located in the custodial facilities.
1.4.4.2 CELL COMPONENTS

The following table outlines the building components / elements that shall typically be provided in each cell type. Refer to activity space data sheets for more information. 4

BUILDING COMPONENTS / ELEMENTS GLASS FRONT TOILET SHOWER DRINKING UNIT BENCH BED PLINTH MECHANICAL SYSTEMS CELL ALARM INTERCOM AUDIO MONITORING CCTV SMOKE DETECTION TYPE A HIGH RISK GENERAL CELL TYPE B MEDIUM RISK GENERAL CELL TYPE C LOW RISK GENERAL CELL PADDED CELL TRUSTEE CELL
Yes Yes No Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Yes Yes No Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes
Yes Yes No Yes No Yes Yes Yes No No Yes Yes
No No No No No No Yes No No Yes Yes Yes
Yes Yes No Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes
COURT HOLDING CELL TYPE B GLASS FRONT TOILET SHOWER DRINKING UNIT BENCH BED PLINTH MECHANICAL SYSTEMS CELL ALARM INTERCOM AUDIO MONITORING CCTV SMOKE DETECTION
POLICE HOLDING CELL TYPE A
POLICE WAITING ROOM Yes No No Yes Yes No Yes Yes No No Yes Yes
Yes No No No Yes No Yes Yes No No Yes Yes
Yes Yes No Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes
1.5 DESIGN CRITERIA

Generally, the technical requirements for custodial facilities, excluding cells, is described in the Technical Criteria Section. The following outlines unique or specialised technical requirements for the design of custodial facilities.
1.5.1.1 GENERAL
The design shall allow for the easy movement of sick / injured detainees by stretcher from the custodial facilities to an Ambulance. All glass in the custodial facilities areas, where detainee may be left unattended, shall be of the approved type and pane size. Elsewhere, a laminated glass shall be used. Each pane of glass shall have the brand name indelibly marked in one corner. Walls in heavy wear areas such as Charge Rooms, cell corridors etc. shall have approved anti- vandal paint applied to a height of 1550 mm.
WESTERN AUSTRALIA POLICE BUILDING CODE CUSTODIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES The cleaning of custodial facilities, usually undertaken by detainees, often involves the use of considerable volume of water. Accordingly, adequate drainage both internally and externally shall be provided. Man holes shall not be located in those spaces where detainees may be left unattended e.g. search room, as they can be used as an escape route.
1.5.1.1.1 CONTROLS
All mechanical system controls that to be used by the occupiers shall be clearly labelled indicating the name, as per the brief, of activity space(s) served and the type of system. e.g. Charge Room Exhaust Fan, etc. All electrical switches that to be used by the occupiers shall be clearly labelled indicating the name, as per the brief, of activity space(s) served and the type of system. e.g. Holding Room Lights, Security Compound Power Point Isolating Switch, etc. Where a large control panel is provided, typically in the Charge Room, the switches shall be grouped by function.
1.5.1.2 ELECTRICAL
Emergency lighting and exit lighting shall be installed in all detainee handling areas in accordance with the Building Code of Australia. To minimise the risk of electrocution, should a light fitting be dismantled, lighting to cells and exercise yards shall be put on separate final sub circuit(s) and fed from 30mA residual current circuit breakers.
1.5.1.2.1 POWER
No GPO's shall be installed in detainee handling corridors or exercise yards. Electrical accessories located in the Charge Room and the associated Custodial facilities areas shall be Clipsal flush stainless steel plate type or similar. Secure switch mechanisms to the flush plate with fixing screws.
1.5.1.2.2 COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS

There are a range of communication systems which may be installed in custodial facilities to assist operational staff in determining the well being of detainees held in custody. These systems are intended to provide on-site surveillance and monitoring only. The operation of the systems is to be as simple as possible, so that police officers transferring to a station can be quickly instructed in its operation. The activity space data sheets indicate the communication systems, which shall be provided in each activity space. The detailed requirements for each system are described below.
1.5.1.2.2.1 CELL ALARMS AND AUDIO MONITORING

These systems provide detainees with a mechanism to instigate calls for staff assistance.
1.5.1.2.2.1.1 CUSTODIAL FACILITIES ALARM CONTROL PANEL

Depending on the systems installed, the following shall be incorporated on the Control Panel: Custodial facilities layout, including illuminated cell numbers / room names. LED's for staff duress alarm buttons outside area of layout should be located under the layout and clearly labelled. Different colour LEDs shall be used to differentiate between cell and staff alarm points. Cell Alarm System illuminated buzzer mute buttons (yellow LED steady), when muted light to remain on; tamper indicator lights (red LED steady); buzzer test switch;
WESTERN AUSTRALIA POLICE BUILDING CODE CUSTODIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES duress indicator lights (red LED flashing); and power on switch (green LED steady). Audio Monitoring System illuminated cell selection switches (yellow LED flashing call request, green LED steady call accepted); cell audio monitoring volume controls, illuminated cell radio / music selection switches, audio monitoring speaker including volume control, and microphone; Brief instructions (up to 4 lines) covering system(s) operation. An illuminated text display indicating location and type of alarm.
The control panel shall be mounted flush with finished wall or cupboard, depending on location, surface. The control panel shall be duplicated in the Security / Communications Room or a continually manned location i.e. General Office and the Charge Room, unless these two rooms are immediately adjacent, or the Charge Room is occupied on a 24-hour basis. In large custodial facilities, a dedicated printer or Personal Computer shall be attached to the Cell Alarm and Audio Monitoring system for alarm logging. The logging device should be located in the Security / Communications Room or Communications Room / Alcove and shall be programmed to log the time, date and cell number of all defined activities. The defined list of activities includes buzzer mute on / off, cell alarm call and reset, cell call acknowledge and cell call reset and tamper. The control panel shall hold up to 1,000 events before over writing the first event. The event log shall not be lost if the control panel looses power. When the station is not manned 24 hours a day the Cell Alarm System and Audio Monitoring System shall be capable of being switched to the Officer in Charge's residence. Provide a duplicate alarm panel in a discrete location within the quarters. Ensure the buzzer can be clearly heard in the main bedroom. For off-site cell monitoring see also Duty of Care on page 2.
1.5.1.2.2.1.2 CELL ALARM SYSTEM

A push button cell alarm enabling a detainee to call for assistance. When activated by depressing the cell alarm button an intermittent buzzer on the control panel(s) and / or otherwise located, shall sound and a yellow LED on the control panel(s) indicating the cell calling and will remain flashing until the call is acknowledged. Furthermore, an LED, incorporated in the cell alarm button and in the cell alarm reset button located outside the cell / holding room requiring assistance, shall be illuminated to show the call has registered. This alarm shall only be reset outside the cell / holding room in alarm. The intermittent buzzer shall be capable of being muted at the control panel if a detainee is creating a nuisance in using the alarm. The mute shall automatically reset after a predetermined time period, typically five minutes. The loudness of the buzzer on the mimic panel in the General Office shall enable staff to clearly hear it. Consideration shall also be given to the installation of a small ceiling mounted strobe light activated when the buzzer sounds. The mute must automatically reset upon the alarm being reset at the alarm reset button. Muting the Cell Alarm buzzer shall not alter the operation of the indicating LED, which shall remain on until the reset button is depressed and the alarm call cleared from the system. The alarm call shall electrically latch, so that only momentary use of the alarm push button in the cell will activate the alarm, remaining on at the both nominated locations until the alarm reset button outside the calling cell / holding room is depressed. All wiring to the cell alarms in the detainee areas (including cells / holding rooms) is to be at maximum 24V (a.c. or d.c.). The cell alarm system shall be tamper monitored at the control panel. For details of the cell alarm push-button plate see page 25.
1.5.1.2.2.1.3 CELL INTERCOM

In Custodial facilities where a Audio Monitoring System is not provided, the Trustee's and General Type A cells shall be fitted with an intercom that will enable the trustee / detainee to communicate with police officers in a continually manned location (i.e. Security / Communications Room or General Office). In the Trustee and General Type A cell the approved intercom stainless steel front plate and button shall be mounted 1300 mm above floor level and contain: an alarm / intercom button as detailed under Cell Alarms; a microphone; and a speaker. The stainless steel front plate shall be fixed to triple gang wall box with six off 3mm stainless steel pop rivets. Refer to details L-329 or L-330. In acknowledging a cell alarm, the normal operation of the cell intercom system is 1. mute Cell Alarm buzzer 2. use the telephone handset to talk to the caller and 3. reset the Cell Alarm outside the cell or where CCTV is installed in the cell on the control panel. Muting the Cell Alarm in one location shall cancel, for that cell, buzzers on duplicate panels . The mute will automatically reset upon cancellation of the call. Muting the Cell Alarm buzzer shall not alter operation of the indicating light, which is to remain on until cancelled. The mute shall automatically reset after a predetermined time period, typically five minutes.
1.5.1.2.2.1.4 AUDIO MONITORING SYSTEM

An Audio Monitoring system enables direct interaction between detainees and staff and is used in conjunction with the Cell Alarm system. The system shall be capable of: providing commercial radio to nominated cell(s). The system shall be capable of automatic interruption of the radio when the cell alarm system is activated; enabling voice communication with individual cells / holding rooms, via telephone handset; and providing continual sound monitoring of all cells / holding rooms. The volume of sound monitoring for each cell / holding room must be adjustable but not able to be switched off. In acknowledging a Cell Alarm, the normal operation of the audio monitoring system is 1. Corresponding Cell Alarm activation LED (yellow) flashes; 2. Press corresponding cells / holding rooms call connect button to mute the Cell Alarm buzzer. On line LED green will light and yellow LED is off; 3. Use the telephone handset to talk to the caller; and 4. On completion of the call, cancel the connection by reseting the Cell Alarm outside the cell / holding room by depressing the Cell Reset button or where CCTV is installed in the cell, by use of the Call Reset Button on the control panel when installed. Muting the Cell Alarm in one location shall cancel all buzzers. The mute will automatically reset upon cancellation of the call. Muting the Cell Alarm buzzer shall not alter operation of the indicating light. The yellow LED shall flash until the call is responded to or reset. which is to remain on until cancelled. The mute shall automatically reset to on and activate the buzzers after a predetermined mute time period, typically five minutes. The commercial radio receiver shall be rack mounted in the Communications Room, and shall be a commercial quality AM/FM radio tuner with manual and auto scan, and pre-set for 30 stations. The radio receiver shall be connected to an aerial sufficient to receive without any audible interference all commercial AM and FM radio stations in the area. For details of the cell / holding room Audio Monitoring System plate see page 32. The cell speakers for the Audio Monitoring System shall be water resistant (for piped music and voice communication) and the microphone (for sound monitoring) shall be either:
WESTERN AUSTRALIA POLICE BUILDING CODE CUSTODIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES Behind an approved ceiling mounted stainless steel front plate(s). The plate shall be 2mm brushed stainless with tamper resistant screws. It shall have a 3 mm baffle with offset holes and a microphone on LED behind a polycarbonate lens. The stainless steel front plate shall be fixed to a heavy-duty wall box with six off 3 mm stainless steel pop rivets. Recess mount the above unit approximately in the centre of the ceiling. If this is not possible, recess in a wall immediately under the ceiling. The front face of the stainless steel plate shall be flush with the ceiling / wall surface and free of any gaps; Housed in a approved CCTV camera housing;
A tamper alarm shall sound at the control panel if the unit is removed. Operation and adjustment of the system is critical to: Achieve a speaker volume level so as to be clearly heard within the cell / holding room; and Enable the microphone to detect responses at normal voice levels anywhere in the cell / cell holding room.
1.5.1.2.2.2 CLOSED CIRCUIT TELEVISION

The type of CCTV monitoring equipment required shall be determined on a custodial facilities by custodial facilities basis. Only the CCTV camera(s) in the Charge Room and Sally-port or separate Detainee Entry shall be recorded. CCTV cameras to the staff entry shall not be recorded. All cameras shall produce a clear picture on the monitor with good contrast in full colour, when used with lighting ranging from maximum natural lighting through to installed artificial lighting (allowing for appropriate maintenance and lamp depreciation factors). The lens shall be selected so as to ensure full coverage of the cell, including the area directly beneath the camera housing. To meet the performance criteria listed below the recording units shall be SVHS units. In order to enable viewing of the tapes one of VHS units provided as part the loose equipment shall have Super VHS playback capability. The following signage shall be installed in all areas under surveillance by CCTV systems except inside cells or holding rooms. The signage wording shall be This area is under CCTV Surveillance; or This area is under recorded CCTV Surveillance. The signage shall be designed and positioned to clearly readable and visible to all occupants.
Refer to Technical Criteria CCTV section for further details. For details of the Cells, Exercise Yard or Security Compound closed circuit television camera housing refer to page 20.
1.5.1.2.2.2.1 MONITORS
The colour CCTV monitors shall be located in a continually manned location i.e. Security / Communications Room or General Office. In a District Complex, the CCTV monitors should be duplicated in the Charge Room. Where monitors are mounted in the General Office or Charge Room they shall be placed to prevent viewing by the public or detainees. Where a camera is provided in the padded cell, an additional monitor shall be mounted in the corridor adjacent to the padded cell door. Provide monitors programmed, with a manual override, to switch from camera to camera, with a maximum of four cameras per monitor. Any call from any cell shall cause that respective camera to lock on until the call is answered or the automatic mode button on the control panel is pressed to cause automatic switching to recommence. The switcher should be mounted directly under the monitors. The facility for future recording capabilities is required.
1.5.1.2.2.2.2 DIGITAL VIDEO / AUDIO RECORDER SYSTEM

A colour CCTV camera(s) and Digital Video Recorder with inclusive Audio (DVRA) system shall be provided in the Charge Rooms of all District Complexes and satellite stations with overnight detention facilities or a high charge rate. The system, motion activated, shall record all CCTV cameras located in the Charge Room, Sally Port, Detainee Entry and the corridor outside all general & padded cells and holding rooms. The installed DVRA system shall meet the requirements of Detail LLXXXXX and have the following features: The DVRA system shall be 19 Rack mountable in a tamper monitored secure equipment enclosures or secure cupboard located under full camera supervision in the Charge Area. The DVRA control unit, monitor and DVD burner shall be located in the rack/cupboard above 1200mm FFL to enable a person to stand at the rack/cupboard and operate the DVRA, view the monitor and archive information without bending to carry out the required DVRA operations. The DVRA shall have front panel controls and a LAN connection for remote operation under multiple password protection, (when connected). The requirements for a remote connection or remote PC for any or all function programming or viewing is not acceptable and rejected. Archiving and recovery of images may occur directly from the DVRA by connection of a DVD burner or other nominated archiving device. All controls on the front panel shall be displayable on the local monitor for viewing and programming. The video data burned to DVD, CD or floppy disk shall be auto starting once the images have been transferred from the DVRA to the disk. When the archived disk is inserted into any Windows platform the video shall auto start and provide a high quality reproduction of the events recorded. The DVRA shall have a minimum of four audio inputs selectable to any camera and connect with an audio mixer as required to provide clear audio recording of all discussions in the Area under recording of that camera. The DVRA shall provide 91 days recording of a minimum of three cameras at SVHS image resolution (720 x 576/288) with a minimum of 6 images per second per camera. Higher image rates may be provided if available. Lower quality settings for recording to 91 days shall be rejected. The consultant shall ensure that where more than three cameras are required, allowance for the image quality and recording days are assessed to ensure all cameras are recorded for 91 days at the image quality stated. The DVRA shall be configurable to provide motion activated or alarm activated recording as nominated for each camera/room and provide a minimum record, archive and playback resolutions of (720 x 576/288) in all operational modes for the frame rates required for all cameras. All recorded information shall be date time stamped and stored within event files for easy retrieval. Have both a 60 second pre buffer and minimum of 60 second post buffer. Both buffers shall be adjustable and operate in all modes of operation. Upon alarm activation, automatically and instantaneously record the pre buffer to the Hard Disk Drive (HDD), change individual or global picture record rates for associated alarm cameras, without effecting recording continuity, record the event until the alarm resets or the movement ceases then record the post buffer. Have alarm inputs for movement detectors, cameras, NO/NC inputs, and relay outputs. The ability to view live, recorded or HDD archived images and audio simultaneously, while still recording. All recorded information shall be accessible without disruption to the recording process. Have a First In First Out (FIFO) recording to overwrite previously recorded information when the HDD storage is full after 91 days. Have real time video and audio recording. Automatic recording guarantee regardless of power fluctuation, HDD failure or other equipment failure. Have continuous system status monitoring including recording failure of a HDD, video failure, camera failure and power failure alarms. The tamper alarm from the rack/cupboard and failure alarms provide via the output connector on the DVRA shall be input into the Cell Call or other nominated alarm notification systems. Have a UPS to supply all DVRA equipment including the cameras and have automatic reset and startup after power failure. UPS shall be sized to suit the DVRA system requirements and the Police Code. The DVRA HDD storage shall be expandable within the unit or with an add-on expansion module(s) matched to the DVRA. The DVRA HDD shall be full formatted RAID 5 configuration to allow recovery of data from a HDD failure. Third party HDD configurations, which are not hot swappable with the DVRA are not acceptable and rejected. The DVRA HDD expansion units will allow configuration of each site depending on number of cameras and disk storage to provide 91 days recording. Mirroring is not acceptable and rejected. A DVD burner for archiving shall be provided with the DVRA to archive selected images to DVD. As stated above, selected images may be burned to disk at any time. These images shall auto played on any Windows platform. The requirement for special software to play back any archived disk is unacceptable and rejected.
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WESTERN AUSTRALIA POLICE BUILDING CODE CUSTODIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES Archiving to videotape or separate removable HDD shall also be available if required but not supplied with the DVRA. The camera(s) shall be positioned to provide complete CCTV and audio coverage of the Charge Room, Sally Port and Detainee Entry as required at each site. A monitor with built-in speaker for audio playback shall be provided with each installation and installed within the recording enclosure. The monitor shall be a LCD flat screen 12 or 15 to suit the enclosure. All programming, playback, review and archiving shall occur from the front panel controls on the DVRA with audio and video viewing on the monitor. The ceiling mounted microphones in the Charge Room should be located as close as possible to the speech source; ie in front of the air grill at the top of the dock, and in front of the normal position of the police officer when talking to the PIC. The recording equipment shall be 19 rack mounted and located in a locked security cupboard in full view of the CCTV camera within the Charge Room. No monitors are required for the Charge Room cameras. Sally-Port and Detainee Entry monitors shall be located in the General Office.
1.5.1.2.2.2.3 CELL, EXERCISE YARD OR SECURITY COMPOUND

The cell CCTV camera system shall be an independent system. The camera lens shall be capable of producing optimum picture quality to facilitate surveillance of all parts of the cell with 50% of installed lighting in operation. Cell cameras shall operate on 12DC or 24V AC supply only.
1.5.1.2.2.3 DURESS ALARM - CUSTODIAL FACILITIES

These alarms shall be installed along cell block corridors, at six metre centres, in the Charge Room and Sally-port to enable a police officer or trustee to call for assistance. When activated, a continuous buzzer shall sound and a light appear on a control panel located in a continually manned location (i.e. Security / Communications Room or General Office). A facility to mute this alarm shall not be provided. The activated alarm shall be key reset at the activated push button switch only. Once the Duress Button is key reset, the alarm will cancel from the Control Panel and the red LED extinguish. The push button Duress Alarm shall be an approved stainless steel front plate and push button mounted 1800 mm above floor level. The stainless steel front plate shall be fixed to a double gang wall box with six off stainless steel pop rivets. Refer to details L-329 or L-330.
1.5.1.2.2.4 DETAINEE TELEVISION

In country custodial facilities, with overnight detention a colour television monitor shall be provided for the entertainment of detainees. The monitor shall be located in one of the following locations Dining Room, Exercise Yard(s) or Security Compound and housed in a protective bulkhead with speaker outlets as per detail L-341. The local climatic conditions shall be taken into account if located externally. Periodic access to the monitor is required for maintenance needs. The television shall be controlled by a hand-held remote control device operated by station staff.
1.5.1.3 FIRE PROTECTION CRITERIA 1.5.1.3.1 CLASSIFICATION

Classification as defined in the Building Code of Australia for: Custodial facilities is Class 3; and
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WESTERN AUSTRALIA POLICE BUILDING CODE CUSTODIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES Police Stations is Class 5.
1.5.1.3.2 GENERAL - BUILDING CODE OF AUSTRALIA

Custodial and Police Stations are to comply with the Building Code of Australia and Annexure 1 Building Code Alternative Solution For Custodial Accommodation Police Stations Condensed Report. The Design Requirements are to be incorporated into cell and Police Station design. Where items are not listed and/or specified in the reports they are to comply with the Deemed to Satisfy (DTS) provisions of the Building Code of Australia.
1.5.1.3.3 EGRESS
The Custodial facilities shall be designed to enable detainees, under police supervision, to exit the custodial facilities into open space with the distance of travel minimised. A cell or holding room door should be within 6m of either an external exit or a point enabling a choice of two exit paths. A direct external exit shall be provided from the cell area of a custodial facility. This exit shall enable the evacuation of the custodial facilities should the station be on fire and should be in addition to the normal exit via the Charge Room. These doors shall be keyed alike with the cell doors. All doors shall open 180o and be able to be latched in the open position. The CSIRO Smoke Exhaust assessment, refer to Smoke Exhaust System on page 13, established that the Trustee cells should be fire isolated from the other cells because of the higher fire loading in the Trustee cells. The door of the fire-isolated cell shall be non-lockable, but the corridor in the vicinity of this cell shall be provided with lockable doors/gates. This allows the occupant of the Trustee cell to escape from the fire isolated compartment in the event of a fire, but he or she is still locked in once outside of the fire affected cell. Egress Requirements 1. The custodial facilities are to be designed in accordance with the Alternative Building Solution (Annexe 1). Where the cell numbers are greater than 2, an additional egress point direct to open space is to be provided; 2. At least one of the egress points is to be into an enclosure which is open to the air (may have chain mesh cover). The enclosure is to be a minimum of 1m in width and 2m long and not to be located so as openings are within 3m of the enclosure; 3. The egress point from the building to the enclosure is to comply with D2.21 of the BCA (be openable at all times from the direction of egress); 4. The enclosure is to have an alternative means of exit to unrestricted open space. This exit may be controlled to meet operational needs; or 5. any other means as approved by an authorised person. Authorised person means Local Government, or appropriately qualified Building Surveyor.
1.5.1.3.4 COMPARTMENTATION
Where a Custodial facilities is attached to the Police station, a one-hour 'fire isolation' rated barrier shall be installed between the two occupancies and between these and special hazards such as plant rooms, store rooms etc. Refer to Annexure 1 for ceiling fire rating requirements. Within a custodial facilities high risk areas such as kitchens, laundries and stores shall be separated from the cell areas and associated escape paths with a 1 hour fire barrier. The fire barrier shall be robust with minimum penetrations. Any penetrations must be well sealed. All fire doors within the custodial facilities shall be either monitored to prevent the door being propped open or fitted with magnetic hold open latches which release the fire door upon alarm.
1.5.1.3.5 FIRE DETECTION

Fire detection in custodial facilities requires special consideration so as to prevent the possibility of equipment damage and false alarms. All Custodial facilities shall be fitted with smoke detection in the exhaust systems.
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1.5.1.3.5.1 SMOKE DETECTION

Smoke detectors / fire alarms shall be installed in all areas of the Police Station including custodial facilities. Consideration, based on life cycle cost, maintainability and reliability, should be given to the use early warning smoke detectors The lack of combustible materials in cells and exercise yards means that smoke detectors provide more appropriate protection than thermal detectors. One detector per cell or exercise yard is preferred and: located within the return or exhaust air ducts; duct mounted detectors shall be accessible via manholes located outside the cell / exercise yard area; and integrated with the mechanical services design. Additional smoke detector(s) shall be provided in high points in the ceiling where smoke from the cells or exercise yards could collect. Such detectors should be no closer than 1500 mm from any openings in the cell exercise yard fronts large enough for a person's arm. The system shall sound an alarm and illuminate a location indicator on a control panel located / duplicated in the Security / Communications Room or a continually manned location i.e. General Office and the Charge Room, unless these two rooms are immediately adjacent, or the Charge Room is occupied on a 24-hour basis. When the station is not manned 24 hours a day, the alarm shall be capable of being switched to the Officer in Charge's residence. The alarm shall be incorporated in the Electronic Control System. See Security Systems section in the Technical Criteria.
1.5.1.3.5.2 SMOKE EXHAUST SYSTEM

Smoke extraction from cells, holding and waiting rooms shall be designed in accordance with the following guidelines
1.5.1.3.5.2.1 Background
The following design guide is based on the outcomes of a smoke exhaust assessment carried out by the CSIRO with assistance from the WA Police Service, Department of Housing & Works (previously Department of Contract and Management Services) and the WA Fire Brigade. The CSIRO assessment was carried out to establish the minimum smoke exhaust rates in various cells, including holding rooms, taking into account the likely fire load and size of the cell(s) or holding room(s). The assessment included computer modeling and real fire tests using the flame retardant "Just Kidding" - Safe Guard - Proban P.U. S300" cell mattress Operational aspects relating to fire safety are to be in accordance with the Building Code of Australia.
1.5.1.3.5.2.2 Description of the cells.

The smoke exhaust design guidelines are based on the following assumptions: the Trustee Cells are overnight and short-term detention cells where trustee detainees are locked in the cell overnight but not during the day. the General Cells are overnight and short-term detention cells and the occupants are locked in their cells at all times. the holding / waiting rooms are short-term detention cells and the occupants are locked in the cells during the day, but there is no overnight detention. the floor areas of the cells, holding / waiting rooms vary between 10 m2 and 20 m2.
1.5.1.3.5.2.3 Smoke Exhaust Options
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WESTERN AUSTRALIA POLICE BUILDING CODE CUSTODIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES Smoke exhaust options include mechanical exhaust and natural smoke exhaust through the ceiling vents and wall vents. Wall vents are not as efficient as ceiling vents and therefore require larger areas to achieve the required results. The smoke exhaust requirements and the various options are: Cell type Holding / Waiting Room(s) 10 m2 cell 15 m2 cell 20 m2 cell General Cell All sizes General Cell 10 m2 cell 15 m2 cell 20 m2 cell Trustee Cell Mechanical Smoke Exhaust Natural Ceiling Mounted Ventilation 2x 0.29m x 0.29m free area all cell sizes Natural Wall Mounted Ventilation 8x 0.29m x 0.29m free area all cell sizes
24 a/c per hour (0.2 m3/s) 16 a/c per hour (0.2 m3/s) 12 a/c per hour (0.2 m3/s) 2x 0.29m x 0.29m free area 48 a/c per hour (0.4 m3/s) 30 a/c per hour (0.375m3/s) 24 a/c per hour 0.4m3/s) 24 air changes per hour 12x 0.29m x 0.29m free area
2x 0.29m x 0.29m free area
8x 0.29m x 0.29m free area
Where Trustee cells are intended to be used as General cells, smoke exhaust rates shall be determined from the relevant entries for General cells in the above table. Where cells have floor areas different from those listed it may be assumed that the mechanical smoke exhaust rates increase linearly. The listed sizes namely 10m2, 15 m2 and 20 m2 were used for modelling purposes. Make up air openings should be at low level and designed so that the face velocity of the make-up air with mechanical smoke exhaust does not exceed 1.0 m/s. In the case of natural ventilation the free area of the make-up air openings should be similar to the vent areas. The smoke exhaust system shall be activated by the smoke detection system and be connected to the emergency power supply. Smoke spill fans shall be constructed to comply with AS 1668 - Part 1. Make up air for the smoke exhaust system shall not be drawn from areas likely to be contaminated by smoke. In the event of smoke being detected in a cell any supply system serving the cell shall shut down. Smoke exhaust grilles in cells shall be as per details L-331, L-332 or L-333.
1.5.1.3.6 FIRE HOSE REELS

Fire hose reels, when required, shall be located in such a position that: all parts of the Custodial facilities floor area can be reached; and it is not accessible to detainees. In some custodial facilities detainees have free movement between Exercise Yards / Security Compounds and their Cells.
1.5.1.3.7 FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

Where required, fire extinguishers that conform to relevant Codes and Standards are to be included. Their location shall be limited to areas not accessible to detainees. Fire extinguishers shall be mounted on the latch side of doors.
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1.5.1.3.8 HYDRANTS
Police stations with a floor area greater than 500m2 and no street hydrant within 90 metres of the front door shall have a hydrant located within the grounds.
1.5.1.3.9 SALLY-PORT
The Sally-port is required to have a two hour 'fire isolation' rating as this area can be used to hold detainees in case of a fire emergency. As this will required lockable doors, both handles, the Sally-port may not be able to be used as a required fire exit path. The Sally-port roller door needs to be constructed with an open mesh design so as to provide ventilation. Alternatively, there needs to be sufficient smoke exhausting to render the area safe. If an open mesh roller door is used the door shall be located to prevent the public from seeing into the Sally-port.
1.5.1.3.10 EVACUATION PLAN

A fire emergency and evacuation plan shall be written for the custodial facilities in consultation with the Fire Brigade. The evacuation plan shall be prominently displayed in the custodial facilities. For further information refer to the report by the Western Australian Fire Brigades Board (May 7,1990 "Fire Protection For Existing Custodial facilities And Police Department Custodial facilities" on DHW Files BB 1546/85 and BB 605/89.)
1.5.1.4 MECHANICAL 1.5.1.4.1 THERMAL COMFORT IN STAFF AREAS

Staff areas within the custodial facilities i.e. Charge Room, shall have the same standard of heating and cooling as that provided in the station.
1.5.1.4.1.1 CHARGE ROOM

A mechanical extraction system with local controls shall be incorporated into the charge dock to assist in removal of odours. The ventilation grille shall be: vandal proof; located as high as possible preferably on the dock ceiling; devoid of any anchor points; and as per detail L-331, L-332 or L-333. Woven Mesh (5 mm Aperture x 2 mm diameter). High Tensile Wire may be used in lieu of perforated steel plate.
1.5.1.5 HYDRAULICS 1.5.1.5.1 SEWERAGE

Frequent blockages of the Custodial facilities sewerage system due to detainees flushing large objects i.e. whole toilet paper rolls, requires provision for adequate inspection / rodding openings.
1.5.1.5.2 DOMESTIC HOT WATER TO SHOWERS

Hot water, usually at 45 0C but not above 550C, shall be provided via a suitable hotwater unit with a mixing valve to control the water temperature. The mixing valve shall be located in an area not accessible by detainees. e.g. plumbing duct.
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1.5.1.5.3 GAS
No gas appliances are to be provided in custodial facilities.
1.5.1.5.4 HOSE COCKS

Hose cocks shall be provided to enable padded cells, general cells, trustee cells, exercise yards and the security compound to be hosed out. All hose cocks in custodial facilities areas, where a detainee may be left unattended, shall be in recessed cupboards, and in the Security Compound shall be in recessed cast iron valve boxes with non-removable lids.
1.5.1.6 WALL ELEMENTS 1.5.1.6.1 WALLS

In custodial and operational areas where walls may be subject to damage from equipment worn by police personnel, additional protection such as sheet vinyl to walls below dado level and corner guards should be provided. This finish is required in all heavy traffic areas. e.g. main circulation corridors.
1.5.1.6.2 DOORS
All doors should be All doors should be solid core doors as per detail L-205 or steel clad doors as per detail L-307, L-308 or L309. All doors shall be hung on approved hinges. The door locks to doors within the Custodial Holding area shall be Chubb Custodian Lock, without a latch release button and keyed both sides and all keyed alike. Where the custody area is jointly used by Police and Department of the Attorney General all Chubb Custodian Locks in both facilities shall be keyed alike. The Chubb Custodian Lock shall be uniquely keyed for each police station custody area. Under no circumstances are locks across multiple custody areas to be keyed alike. Other doors shall have commercial locks as per the remainder of the station. The flush pull shall be Stanco No 626, 150mm x 75mm, or equal approved. Consideration should be given to using 920 mm wide doors in major circulation corridors. Typically external entry to Charge Room and Charge Room to Holding Room(s) / Cells. All door handles should be lever handles. Adequate clearance shall be provided between the jamb and the handle to ensure ease of use. All door closers shall have fully concealed arms. Door in custodial facilities passages should incorporate glass viewing panels but no louvered A/C vents as these are easily kicked out providing a potential escape route.
1.5.1.7 BUILT-IN FURNITURE 1.5.1.7.1 BENCH SEATS

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WESTERN AUSTRALIA POLICE BUILDING CODE CUSTODIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES Refer to details L-208, L-319 or L-320.
1.5.2
SPECIALISED ACTIVITY SPACE DETAILS
The following section outlines in greater detail the technical performance requirements for particular activity spaces.
1.5.2.1 SALLY-PORT
The Sally-port shall be designed to accommodate both Police and Department of the Attorney General vehicles as outline in the table below. Dimension of Vehicles Using Sally-port WESTERN AUSTRALIA POLICE SERVICE VEHICLE WIDTH WIDTH MAKE / MODEL INC. WING AS AT MARCH 1994 MIRRORS
FALCON PANEL VAN FALCON UTE MAZDA B SERIES MAZDA T4000 HOLDEN RODEO TOYOTA L/C UTE TOYOTA PERSONNEL/C NISSAN PATROL UTE OKA 4x4 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 413CDi LWB High Roof (Long wheel base) Notes
W1 1800 1800 1700 2000 1700 1700 1700 1700 2100 1994
W2
WIDTH WITH SIDE DOORS OPEN W3
LENGTH
L1 4800 4800 4900 5500 4900 4900 4900 4900 5800 6600
LENGTH WITH REAR DOOR OPEN L2
HEIGHT
H 2200 2000 2200 2600 2050 2500 2750 2500 2800 2800
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All Measurements In Millimetres Police Service Vehicles The height measurements are taken from the highest point i.e. blue light Aerials are excluded. Allow approximately 600 mm The length/width are vehicle dimensions only. As a general rule, add 1000 mm to the length to allow for roo bars and swinging steps fitted to some of the country based vehicles.
For confirmation of Police Vehicle size contact Police Fleet Services on 08 9370 7111, Fax 08 9370 7187 DEPARTMENT OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL The Department of the Attorney General / Department of Corrective Services have advised that the standard has been accepted for all new Courts and Prisons sally ports state wide. Type and Model of Vehicle: ISUZU FVY 1400 Long Length of Vehicle: 11,875 (11,145mm vehicle+ 750mm for bull bar and tow bar) Height of Vehicle: 3,450mm Width of Vehicle: 2,500mm It is important to leave sufficient room along both sides and at the rear of the vehicle to allow doors to open wide without forcing the officers to work in a confined space with prisoners. GENERAL Clear access of 1500 mm shall be provided around the sides and rear of a vehicle parked in the Sally-port with the roller door down. Adequate access to the Sally-port through the roller door shall be provided for the largest vehicle nominated from the above table. The minimum clear opening of the roller door shall be 3000 mm wide by 2850 mm high. The
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WESTERN AUSTRALIA POLICE BUILDING CODE CUSTODIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES Sally-port roller door shall be electronically operated remotely from the Charge Room and Security / Communications Room. Sally-ports shall be naturally vented. Where natural ventilation is either unable to be provided or is inadequate a mechanical ventilation is to be provided. If an open mesh roller door is used, the door shall be located to prevent the public seeing into the Sally-port, as this presents a potential hazard to detainees. The door from the Sally-port to the Charge Room should be located at the rear of the Sally-port and include a glass panel to provide visibility between Charge Room counter / Custodial facilities Corridor and Sally-port.
1.5.2.1.1 SIGNAGE
Sign outside Roller Door to read Vehicles to be Reversed into Sally-port. Sign inside Sally-port, adjacent to internal door to read No Firearms Past This Point. All lettering shall be equal or similar to Helvetica Medium 100 mm high, mixed case to suit.
1.5.2.1.2 DISTRICT COMPLEX

In a District Complex: the door from the Sally-port to the Charge Room shall be electronically operated remotely from Charge Room and Security / Communications Room and / or key operated only; provide reed type switches to the roller shutter and to the door from the Sally-port to Charge Room / Custodial facilities Corridor to allow these doors to be interlocked (so one cannot be opened unless the other is closed); CCTV cameras shall be provided to enable monitoring of the external entrance to and from the area within the Sally-port . The CCTV monitors shall be located in the Charge Room and Security / Communications Room. Refer to Technical Criteria, CCTV Section; an intercom / buzzer system is required to enable communication between officers entering the Sally-port and the Charge Room. It shall be located: externally, by the Sally-port Roller Door; within the Sally-port adjacent to the door into the custodial facility.
1.5.2.2 DETAINEE ENTRY

When a Sally-port is not provided and a separate detainee entry is required, the entry shall be a half glazed door, fitted with an electric strike door lock, and operated by an external proximity card reader. Inside handle always free. Inside handle to be operated by proximity card. If the entry is a required fire exit the proximity card reader shall be replaced with door release button located near the door. In the event of a fire alarm the outside handle shall fail secure and the inside handle shall fail open. Additionally, for a District Complex only, an intercom and CCTV system connected to either the Security / Communications Room or General Office (101-8) shall be provided. The CCTV camera shall be located to principally enable the observation of detainees being removed from a vehicle, reversed parked, and secondly identification of the person using the intercom. Refer to Technical Criteria - Proximity Card System and Staff Entry in the Project Information - Notes on Activity Spaces section.
1.5.2.3 DETAINEE EXIT

A detainees shall be released directly into an external public area. The escorting of detainees through the station to the public foyer or releasing them into the Police Vehicle Parking Compound presents a risk to police staff and property. The exit shall: be well lit externally;
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WESTERN AUSTRALIA POLICE BUILDING CODE CUSTODIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES have CCTV coverage to an internal monitor above the door; not be a fire escape; have an internal staff duress button adjacent to the door; and have no glazing in the door or adjacent to the exit
The door shall open out and be fitted with an internal handle and proximity card reader, which shall operate an electric strike door lock. No external door hardware or proximity card reader shall be provided. The door shall be interlinked with the staff entry in a manner that prevents both doors being open at the same time.
1.5.2.4 CHARGE ROOM

Any corners of built-in furniture protruding into the charge room shall be chamfered and rounded. A protruding bench can provide a hazard. A clear full height wall area 2000 mm wide, minimum, used as background for detainee photographs, shall be painted with a wash and wear low sheen paint. Colour Dulux Master Palette Galactic Blue 10BG 72/080.
1.5.2.4.1 LIVE SCAN UNIT

WA Police Corporate Programs and Development shall be consulted in regards to the provision of a Live Scan Unit. If provided it shall be located in the Charge Room adjacent to the fingerprint bench. Refer to Standard Detail L-201. The fingerprint bench is required to enable fingerprinting of detainees during periods when the Live Scan Unit is non operational due to power failure or break down.
1.5.2.5 CELL BLOCK CORRIDORS

The corridor width outside a cell shall be 1800 mm to enable access past the cell door when it is open 90o. Where practical, all fittings and controls in corridors shall be flush with the wall so as not to provide hand grasp points for detainees. Striker plates, lock cylinder face plates, handles and hinges on duct doors should be flush unless located above 2000 mm or below 600 mm. Recorded CCTV coverage shall be provided in all cell block corridors outside holding rooms, general and padded cells to provide recorded coverage of officers undertaking cell checks and persons in custody being escorted to and from cells. Refer to Digital Video / Audio Recorder System for details.
1.5.2.6 CLOTHES DRYING AREA

This area is used for the drying of blankets, detainee clothing and the like washed by detainees. The clothesline should be kept as simple and maintenance free as possible. Refer to detail L-210. Rotary clothesline should be avoided. The drying area should be adjacent to the custodial facilities laundry and within the Security Compound or Police Vehicle Parking Compound.
1.5.2.7 SECURITY COMPOUND 1.5.2.7.1 FLOORS

The floor shall be constructed from a combination of brush finished monolithic reinforced concrete, and lawn. The perimeter of the compound shall consist of a two metre wide (minimum) strip of reinforced concrete.
1.5.2.7.2 WALLS
The walls shall be constructed from a combination of:
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WESTERN AUSTRALIA POLICE BUILDING CODE CUSTODIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES 6.3 mm diameter high tensile rods with a 50 mm aperture woven mesh with each rod welded to a minimum 40 mm x 40 mm x 5 mm galvanised mild steel angle frame. The angle frames shall be either welded or bolted together. The bolts shall be a minimum 8 mm diameter at a minimum of 500 mm centres with the nut spot welded to prevent removal; and safe cell wall construction. An approved anti vandal paint shall be applied over the specified finish.
The construction shall ensure no gaps larger than 50 mm x 50 mm. An approved anti-vandal paint shall be applied over the specified finish. The painting of walls in remote and country custodial facilities with aboriginal motifs by the local community should be encouraged. These shall be applied over the specified finish. To prevent visitors passing objects to detainees, a fence shall be provided between the visitors area and the Security Compound. It shall be a two rail heavy duty link mesh fence and provide a continuous secure 1500 mm gap between the fence and the Security Compound. The 1500 mm gap shall have a link mesh roof to prevent items being thrown in the gap and retrieved by detainees.
1.5.2.7.3 ROOF
The roof shall be constructed from a combination of: 6.3 mm diameter high tensile rods with a 50 mm aperture woven mesh with each rod welded to a minimum 40 mm x 40 mm x 5 mm galvanised mild steel angle frame. The angle frames shall be either welded or bolted together. The bolts shall be a minimum 8 mm diameter at a minimum of 500 mm centres with the nut spot welded to prevent removal; metal roof sheeting with a combined 50 mm (R1.2) fibreglass blanket and perforated Sisalation or equal approved under, all supported by tensioned knitted shade cloth. The fibreglass blanket shall have a moisture absorption capacity of not more than 0.2% by volume. The Sisalation perforations shall be 1.5 mm diameter and comprise 10% of the surface area and face downward. The shade cloth shall have a 70% shade coefficient, overlapped by joints at 25 mm and laced together at 200 mm centres with continuous nylon thread.
1.5.2.7.4 LIGHT FITTINGS

The light fittings shall be safe cell fittings switched from the Charge Room.
1.5.2.7.5 POWER
The facility to isolate any power points provided within the compound shall be in the Charge Room.
1.5.2.7.6 CLOSED CIRCUIT TELEVISION

The CCTV camera(s) shall be positioned within a security compound to enable complete observation of that space. The selected camera lens shall provide a good quality picture under all lighting conditions and regardless of sun angle. All cameras shall be located immediately below the ceiling / roof level in a corner mounting. The camera housing shall be an approved high security triangular housing with a polycarbonate lens cover. Fill any gaps between camera housing and wall / ceiling / roof with Sikaflex 1A or equal approved epoxy filler. Ensure front cover remains removable.
1.5.2.8 POLICE STATION / COURT HOUSE SECURE LINK

The secure link between court and police custodial facilities shall only be designed to assist offices transfer detainees. It is not practical or cost effective to design this space to minimize the opportunity for detainees to inflict self harm.
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Signage, worded DETAINEES ARE NOT TO BE LEFT UNATTENDED IN THIS AREA, shall be installed adjacent to each entry to the secure link.
1.5.3
SAFE CELLS
The size and shape of cells can be varied to suit overall planning. However, the ability of the Police to view the whole cell before entering is critical. The construction of cells (especially junctions) shall withstand vigorous washing down. No fixtures, fitting and finishes other than those specified shall be provided in a cell without prior approval.
1.5.3.1 STRUCTURE 1.5.3.1.1 FLOORS

The cell floor finish shall be either: smooth machine trowelled monolithic reinforced concrete; or reinforced granolithic finish; or butt jointed 24 mm compressed fibre cement sheets with a clear sealed finish on 16 gauge sheet steel and fixed joists at 450 mm centres with counter sunk screws. All joints to be filled with an approved filler. All screw holes to be epoxy filled and ground flush. In all cells except padded cells the monolithic / granolithic floor shall: be laid to fall (1:60) to a floor gully in the shower recess. If no floor gully is provided, the floor, in Custodial facilities only, should fall to the door way; and have a 50 mm coved skirting integral with the floor. The padded cell shall have a structural floor level 60 mm above the adjacent finished floor level.
1.5.3.1.2 WALLS
The cell wall construction shall be one of the following: the brickwork is to be 110 mm thick with 75 mm wide brick reinforcement (two courses above floor level, four courses below top of wall and every six courses and built with cement mortar), or cell walls adjoining areas with security rating other than category A are to be a minimum of 230 mm thick (or of cavity wall construction), or blockwork (internal Cell Walls) 140 mm minimum hollow concrete blockwork voids, course reinforced and filled with grout. Vertical voids reinforcing bars set into the concrete floor slab. Well lap and tie when joining bars, and have, except in padded cells, a rendered glass faced cement finish, 20 mm thick, reinforced with expanded steel mesh equal to 'Lysaghts Metalath F1 25'. The junction between the render and the monolithic / granolithic floor shall be coved. butt jointed 18 mm compressed fibre cement sheets fixed to stud work with 50 mm long counter sunk screws at 450 mm centres (max.). The compressed sheets shall have vertical butt joints only, located centrally over stud work. All joints to be filled with an approved filler. All screw holes to be epoxy filled and ground flush; or reinforced concrete having a minimum thickness of 150 mm. The concrete must have a smooth finish with flush joints.
1.5.3.1.3 CEILINGS
Cell ceiling height shall generally be 3000 mm with the absolute minimum height being 2750 mm. In stations with only holding / waiting rooms for short term custody, no overnight detention, the ceiling height shall be 2700mm. The ceiling shall be constructed from either: reinforced concrete with a skim coat of plaster; or 21
WESTERN AUSTRALIA POLICE BUILDING CODE CUSTODIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES butt jointed 18 mm compressed fibre cement sheets fixed to stud work with 50 mm long counter sunk screws at 450 mm centres (max.). The compressed sheets shall have butt joints only, located centrally over joists. All joints to be filled with an approved filler. All screw holes to be epoxy filled and ground flush. or 1.6 mm galvanised steel sheet pop riveted, at 450 mm centres to underside of galvanised steel ceiling joists welded together. 10 mm villaboard sheets shall be fully laminated to the underside of the galvanised sheet with Liquid Nails or equal equivalent and fixed with 40 mm counter sunk screws at a max of 450 mm centres. The galvanised sheet and villaboard sheets joints shall be staggered. The villaboard sheets shall have butt joints only, located centrally over joists. All screw holes to be filled with an epoxy filler and ground flush. All joints to be filled with an approved filler.
No cornice is to be provided and the walls are to be butt jointed to the ceiling. No manholes or access panels shall be located in the Cells.
1.5.3.2 FINISHES 1.5.3.2.1 FLOORS

An approved anti-vandal paint (colour grey) shall be applied to the floor. Consideration shall be given to a low level non-slip finish. The waiting room shall have indoor / outdoor carpet securely fixed to the floor using a high strength adhesive. The carpet shall be terminated under the door with a securely fixed brass covering strip. The adhesive along the edge of the carpet shall be continuous to prevent occupants lifting the carpet.
1.5.3.2.2 WALLS
The walls shall: be suitable to receive a non porous semi gloss acrylic paint; be one colour from floor to a height of 1200 mm and a contrasting colour above so as to provide a point of reference for intoxicated detainees awaking. Pigment mixed into render is a suitable alternative for rendered surfaces. Colours of paint / render are to be psychologically neutral. Avoid blues, greens, blacks and reds. Suggested colour combinations (Dulux Chroma Range) are as follows: Raw Sugar Confetti Billow Quicksand Surfcrest Moonshadow White spice Swansdown Caravan Moodyblue 36131 36583 37302 36585 36502 37231 36581 37272 37072 37233 Above 1200 mm Below 1200 mm Above 1200 mm Below 1200 mm Above 1200 mm Below 1200 mm Above 1200 mm Below 1200 mm Above 1200 mm Below 1200 mm
An approved anti-vandal paint shall be applied to the walls. The painting of cell walls in remote and country custodial facilities with aboriginal motifs by the local community should be encouraged. This shall be applied over the specified finish.
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1.5.3.2.3 PADDED CELL

The padded cell wall and floor finish shall be either an approved: Reconstituted rubber will be made from recycled truck tyres shredded to produce rubber particles of 16 mesh and 12 mesh sizes bonded together with a polyurethane based binder and compressed into sheets. In situ rubber will be brought to site as a slurry of the same constitution as preformed sheets. The method of installation shall comply with the following principles: Reconstituted Rubber To Walls - Sheet out walls from floor to ceiling using reconstituted rubber sheet nominal 20mm thick glued and mechanically fixed to walls. Seal with a polyurethane binder and then roller coat with a dyed binder. All fixings will be sealed and rolled again with a dyed polyurethane binder. The cell door will be sheeted generally as detailed with the same sheeting as the walls. Reconstituted Rubber To Floor - Screed floor and cove to wall sheeting using a slurry of reconstituted rubber of the same constitution as the sheet material. Refer to WAPS file 00416 99 FV001 for specification. or An approved propriety product. Refer to Approved Components / Elements Section.
All internal corners shall be 35mm coved corners. All external corners shall be rounded. Refer to standard detail L-301.
1.5.3.2.4 CEILINGS
The ceiling shall have a flat white acrylic paint finish with an approved anti-vandal paint to reinforced concrete or 18 mm compressed fibre cement sheets.
1.5.3.3 MECHANICAL 1.5.3.3.1 CELL BLOCK CLIMATE CONTROL

A combination of natural and mechanical systems is required in all general and trustee cells. Natural ventilation systems reduce running costs, and provide an alternative in case of power or plant failure. Mechanical systems provide cooling and / or heating an extraction system to remove odours and smoke, and supplementary ventilation, where natural ventilation is either unable to be provided or is inadequate.
1.5.3.3.1.1 THERMAL COMFORT

In areas where the daily maximum dry bulb temperature, during the hottest three months of the year, exceeds 350C for 75% of that period, cooling is required. (refer Bureau of Meteorological Climatic Data for daily maximum temperatures). Due to the design of cell blocks i.e. external doorways into security compounds permanently open, strict adherence to standard cooling design criteria is not required. The system should be designed to reduce the discomfort of high temperatures and minimise running costs. As detainees are provided with blankets, the need for heating shall be assessed on a station by station basis. Controls for the mechanical systems shall be located in the Charge Room or General Office. Refer to the Technical Criteria - Thermal Comfort. 23
1.5.3.3.1.2 NATURAL VENTILATION

Cells in Remote Area and Country Custodial facilities shall be naturally vented. Cells in City / Major Centre custodial facilities should be naturally vented wherever practical. Where natural ventilation is provided the design shall provide for: adequate air flow through the cell preferably at the occupant level; sufficient air changes; and manual restriction of air flow through the cell in winter. One method of naturally venting the cell is to draw air into the cell via the cell door and external grilles in the corridor and expel the air through cell ceiling grilles.
1.5.3.3.1.3 MECHANICAL SYSTEMS

Mechanical systems designed for summer conditions shall be able to provide satisfactory winter requirements, in addition to meeting AS1688 Part 2. The design of mechanical systems shall ensure that: each heating and cooling system serves an optimum grouping of cells to provide a cost effective solution in terms of capital and running costs; no short circuiting of air occurs between supply and exhaust grilles; sufficient air circulation occurs within the cell; temperature sensors are located in the exhaust system and are accessible from outside the cell; cell air is recycled, if required, only within the cell areas. It shall not be recycled with staff areas; and requirements of AS 1668 Part 2 are satisfied.
1.5.3.3.1.3.1 MECHANICAL VENTILATION

The ventilation system shall be capable of providing : normal ventilation. Consideration should be given to drawing make-up air from a conditioned space; and smoke exhaust during fire conditions (See Smoke Exhaust System, Page 11).
1.5.3.3.1.3.2 COOLING
o The cell design air temperature in the cooling mode shall be a maximum of 27 during the intended periods of occupancy, which may vary from station to station.
1.5.3.3.1.3.3 HEATING
o The cell design air temperature in the heating mode shall be a minimum of 18 during the intended periods of occupancy, which may vary from station to station.
1.5.3.3.1.3.4 VENTILATION / MECHANICAL GRILLES

Cell grilles shall be: vandal proof; located as high as possible/preferably on the ceiling; devoid of any anchor points; and as per detail L-331, L-332 or L-333. Woven Mesh (5 mm Aperture x 2 mm diameter. High Tensile Wire) may be used in lieu of perforated steel plate.
1.5.3.4 ELECTRICAL
All wiring shall be in a fully concealed conduit.
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WESTERN AUSTRALIA POLICE BUILDING CODE CUSTODIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES Surface mounted equipment such as light fittings and camera enclosures shall be installed to produce absolutely no gaps at the ceiling or walls.
1.5.3.4.1 LIGHTING
Cell lighting shall be included on the essential power supply, if provided, and have a minimum illuminance of 150 lux so as to enable detainees to read or participate in chosen activities without injury to eyesight. Centralised lighting control is required for the cell area with control from a labelled stainless steel switch panel, normal located in the Charge Room. The luminaire mounting positions should provide adequate illumination to all parts of the cell to allow observation of detainees from the observation windows and CCTV camera(s), but should not be located where detainees can stand on the benches or modesty panels and touch them. To ensure adequate observation of detainees is readily achieved, the level of illumination in the cells shall not be less than in the corridor or other observation locations. Light fittings used near showers must be both water resistant and corrosion resistant.
1.5.3.4.1.1 LIGHT FITTINGS

The light fitting shall be an approved surface mounted luminaire, 3x36 watts, suitable for high abuse areas and switched from the Charge Room or for holding cells outside the cell. To enable the observation of sleeping detainees / prisoners using low light levels, an approved low light level compact fluorescent lamp shall be incorporated within the surface mounted luminaire and separately switched from the change room. For cells with no permanent emergency power supply, e.g an onsite generator, an approved emergency lamp shall be incorporated within the surface mounted luminaire to provide light in the event of a power failure. The surface mounted luminaire diffuser shall be fixed with a minimum of 6 allenhead large diameter screws. Where the fitting is fixed to an uneven ceiling the pack around the screw fixings to prevent the base of the light fitting twisting when fixed. Fixing of light fittings to a concrete ceiling shall be as per detail L-326, L-327 or L-328. Fixing of light fittings to 18 mm compressed fibre cement sheet ceilings shall be to trimmers with 40 mm long x 6 mm diameter allenhead screws.
1.5.3.4.2 POWER
No GPO's shall be installed in cells, except in nominated trustee cells. The facility to isolate this power point shall be in the Charge Room.
1.5.3.4.3 CELL MONITORING AND ALARMS 1.5.3.4.3.1 CELL ALARMS

The push button alarm and reset button shall be an approved stainless steel front plate and push button mounted 1000 mm above floor level. The button shall be a robust, vandal resistant push button manufactured from stainless steel. The push button shall activate a micro switch and bear against a solid shoulder, which will resist knock through. An internal neoprene gland shall seal the button. A cell LED protected by a flush polycarbonate lens shall operate when the call button is pushed. A tamper alarm separate to the call alarm shall notify the central control of a unit's removal. The stainless steel front plate shall be fixed to a double gang wall box with six, 3 mm stainless steel pop rivets. The reset push-button shall be 1200 mm away from any openings, in the cell front, large enough for a person's arm.
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Refer to details L-329 and L-330 and custodial facilities Communications Systems section on page 6.
1.5.3.4.3.2 AUDIO MONITORING SYSTEM

The water-resistant speaker (for piped music and voice communication) and microphone (for sound monitoring) shall be either: behind an approved ceiling mounted stainless steel front plate(s). The plate shall be 2 mm brushed stainless with tamper resistant screws. It shall have a 3 mm baffle with offset holes and a "microphone on" LED behind a polycarbonate lens. The stainless steel front plate shall be fixed to a heavy-duty wall box with six off 3 mm stainless steel pop rivets. Recess mount the above unit approximately in the centre of the ceiling. If this is not possible, recess in a wall immediately under the ceiling. In either case, use a heavy duty wall box with the front face of the plate flush with the surface and without any gaps around the plate; housed in an approved CCTV camera housing. A tamper alarm shall notify the central control of a unit's removal. Operation and adjustment of the system is critical to achieve a speaker volume level so as to be clearly heard within the cell, and enable the microphone to detect responses at normal voice levels anywhere in the cell. In both cases, operation, including voice switching, with typical cell background noise conditions, is to be possible. Refer to details L-329 and L-330 and custodial facilities Audio Monitoring section on page 8.
1.5.3.4.3.3 CLOSED CIRCUIT TELEVISION

The CCTV camera(s) shall be positioned within a general / padded cell(s), holding / waiting room(s) or exercise yard or to enable complete observation of that space. The camera(s) shall be located to provide full observation of areas not visible from the corridor observation windows. e.g. the area behind modesty screens. The CCTV camera housing should not be located where detainees can stand on the benches or modesty panels and touch them or block the image by sticking CCTV housing. All cameras shall be located immediately below the ceiling level in a corner mounting. In the padded cell a central camera mounting may used if the curvature of the wall prevent the proper installation of a corner mounting The camera housing shall be an approved high security approved camera housing securely fixed with a minimum of 4 x 25mm long mechanical fixings. The commissioned consultant shall select and fully specify the fixings to suit the specified housing and wall / ceiling construction. Fill any gaps between camera housing and wall / ceiling with Sikaflex 1A or equal approved epoxy filler. Ensure front cover remains removable. To enable the observation of detainees in a darkened padded cell, an infra red imager shall be recess mounted in the ceiling, or at high level in the wall in an approved high security camera housing. Due to the imager's heat output, ensure adequate rear ventilation is provided. See custodial facilities Closed Circuit Television section on page 9.
1.5.3.5 WALL ELEMENTS 1.5.3.5.1 GLASS

The approved glass types and pane sizes have been selected after testing by the CSIRO Division of Building, Construction & Engineering in accordance with AS2208 - 1978 Safety Glazing Materials for use in Building (Human Impact Considerations). Cracking of the glass was considered failure. No variation from the approved glass manufacturer and type is permitted. Minimal variation from the approved pane size is permitted. Site measure all pane sizes prior to ordering. Each pane of glass shall the brand name indelibly marked in one corner.
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WESTERN AUSTRALIA POLICE BUILDING CODE CUSTODIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES For further information refer Western Australia Police Service file Accommodation Buildings WA Police Service Building Code 01039 04 FV002
1.5.3.5.2 DOORS
All cell doors except the padded cell door shall be as per details L-334A, L-335A and L-336. The padded cell door shall be as per detail L-301. Pressed cell door frames shall be formed from a minimum 3 mm thick Galvabond coated sheet steel and have a continuous stop to the head and jambs. The doors are to be hung on approved hinges, which allow for 180o outwards opening. The doors shall open away from the direction of access and be easily latched in the open position. Mounting height of hold open device shall be 2000 mm. Door stoppers shall be provided to prevent damage to walls. Door locks shall be approved deadlocks, key operated from the corridor side only and keyed alike as part of a station master key system. It should be noted that certain models of "Chubb" locks cannot be keyed alike with other "Chubb" lock models. Provide four keys for each set of keyed alike locks. It should be noted that Chubb keys are supplied and charged for separately from the lock. Provide a white board within the centre rail of the door as indicated on the standard details. No pen tray is required. Luminous cell numbers shall be provided to enable easy identification at night or during a power failure. Numbers shall be fixed to door frame head. Doors are not to be painted. Door frames shall be painted to match the lower wall colour. Refer to page 22 for colour. An approved anti-vandal paint shall be applied to the door frame.
1.5.3.5.3 OBSERVATION WINDOWS

All General, Trustee and Holding Cells shall be provided with observation windows, as per details L-305 or L-306, where all areas within the cell cannot be viewed via the door observation window. No observation windows shall be provided in the Padded Cell. An observation window shall be located: so that the ability of male detainees to view into female cells and vice versa is avoided; and out of public view. Observation windows: frames shall be steel framed, be painted using an approved anti-vandal paint to match the wall colour. Refer to page 22 for wall colours, securely fixed to the wall, and flush with the cell wall finish; shall have a nominal sill height of 1200 mm; and glazing shall be Pilkingtons 15 mm thick glass, toughened to AS 2208, with a standard pane size of 620 mm x 395 mm and glazed as per detail L-310. Multiple panes may be used to increase the overall window size. However, each pane must be fully glazed to the steel frame. Each pane of glass shall have the brand name indelibly marked in one corner.
1.5.3.5.4 EXTERNAL WINDOWS

All General, Trustee and Holding Cells should be provided with high level fixed glazed windows providing natural light sufficient for detainees to read or participate in chosen activities. The windows shall be located in the highest possible position, preferably directly under the ceiling.
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WESTERN AUSTRALIA POLICE BUILDING CODE CUSTODIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES External window(s): frames shall be steel framed, be painted using an approved anti-vandal paint to match the wall colour. Refer to page 22 for wall colours, securely fixed to the wall, and be flush with the cell wall finish; glazing shall be Pilkingtons 15 mm thick glass, toughened to AS 2208, with a standard pane size of 620 mm x 395 mm and glazed as per detail L-310. Each pane of glass shall have the brand name indelibly marked in one corner. Multiple panes may be used to increase the overall window size. However, each pane must be fully glazed to the steel frame; and shall have security bars fitted externally to prevent entry to and escape from the cell.
1.5.3.6 HYDRAULICS 1.5.3.6.1 SHOWERS

The shower rose shall be an approved vandal resistant fitting with the rose face fixed with allenhead screws. In Trustee Cells: the shower base on a compressed fibre cement floor shall be as per detail L-315; no soap holder shall be provided; the shower waste outlet shall be as per detail L-314; and the shower shall be controlled either by: recessed taps located in the corridor adjacent to the cell door as per detail L-313; or by a push button timer switch located in the corridor adjacent to the cell door. The timer shall located in an area not accessible to detainees and provide an adjustable time range of 2 - 15 minutes. Refer to page 15 for mixing valve location.
1.5.3.6.2 FLOOR WASTE

The floor waste outlet (if required) shall be as per detail L-314 or an approved vandal resistant fitting.
1.5.3.6.3 DRINKING & HAND WASHING UNIT

The drinking and hand washing unit shall be as per detail L-316, L-317 or L318. The stainless steel shall be grade 316. Where practicable, any access panels attached to these units are to be securely fastened with stainless steel pop rivets in preference to tamper proof screws.
1.5.3.6.4 TOILET
The toilet shall be an approved fully enclosed, anti vandal floor mounted stainless steel pan, as per detail L-312 or L-312A. The stainless steel shall be 1.6 mm thick, grade 316. The stainless steel cover (skirt) has be backed with 3 mm mild steel. The void between the bowl and cover (skirt) shall be filled with polyurethane foam. The flushing rim shall be devoid of anchor points. In order to ensure adequate flushing of the toilet, the cistern shall have a minimum capacity of nine litres. It shall be located in a duct accessible from outside the cell. The height from underside of cistern to floor level shall be 1500mm. The cistern button shall be an approved domed type fitting. No toilet paper holder shall be provided.
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WESTERN AUSTRALIA POLICE BUILDING CODE CUSTODIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES Where practicable, any access panels attached to these units are to be securely fastened with stainless steel pop rivets in preference to tamper proof screws.
1.5.3.7 FIXTURE 1.5.3.7.1 BENCHES

Benches are to be rigidly constructed using either: reinforced concrete or brickwork rendered with glass finished cement render; or compressed fibre cement sheet; with all exposed edges to be rounded. Refer to details L-319 and L-320.
1.5.3.7.2 MODESTY SCREENS

Modesty screens to the cell shower and toilet, measuring 900 mm (l) x 100 mm (w) x 1200 mm against the wall sloping to 600(h), shall have all exposed edges rounded, and be painted using an approved anti vandal paint to match the wall colour. Refer to page 22 for wall colours. They are to be rigidly constructed using either: reinforced concrete or brickwork rendered with glass finished cement render; or 5 mm thick mild steel sheet fixed to RHS; or 18 mm compressed fibre cement sheets fixed to a stud work frame at a maximum of 450 mm centres. Refer to details L-324 and L-325.
1.5.3.7.3 BED PLINTH

Bed plinths measuring 2000 mm (l) x 900 mm (w) x 150 mm (h) shall have all exposed edges rounded, and be made continuous where two or more bed plinths are located adjacent to each other. The locating of bed plinths under observation windows should be avoided. They are to be rigidly constructed using either or a combination of : reinforced concrete rendered with glass finished cement render; 24 mm compressed fibre cement sheets fixed to a stud work frame at a maximum of 450 mm centres; water proof ply. Refer to details L-321, L-322, and L-323.
1.5.3.7.4 CHARGE DOCK - SIGNAGE

A charge dock is a facility provided for the temporary isolation of detainees, under constant supervision, in situations where there is a risk of assault to officers during the preferring of charges. Provide a self adhesive sign, 210mm x 150mm, to the external face of the top left hand corner of the charge dock.
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1.5.3.8 SPECIALIST EQUIPMENT 1.5.3.8.1 PILLOWS

The flame retardant pillows shall be "Safeguard / Mothercare (previously Just Kidding) DHS S100 Nibbed Pillow".
1.5.3.8.2 MATTRESSES
The flame retardant cell mattresses, 1900 mm (l) x 760 mm (w) x 100 mm (d), shall be " Safeguard / Mothercare (previously Just Kidding)" - Safe Guard - Proban P.U. S300".
1.5.3.8.3 BLANKETS
Blankets shall be 100% wool.
1.5.3.8.4 SHEETS
The Police Service are currently investigating sheet types in order to select an appropriate type and make.
1.5.3.9 APPROVED COMPONENTS / ELEMENTS

The components / elements listed below have been selected after extensive testing with the objective of meeting functional requirements, and eliminating the opportunities for detainees to inflict self harm. Ongoing testing will result in regular updates to this guide. No fixtures, fitting and finishes other than those specified shall be provided in a cell without prior approval by Police Land & Building Management Authority or a delegated representative. Alternatives will be considered provided it can be adequately demonstrated they meet the above aims. APPROVED COMPONENTS / ELEMENTS WALL ELEMENTS Glass 15 mm Glass - Toughened to AS 2208 Approved pane sizes 395 mm x 620 mm, Viewing Windows, 708 mm x 944 mm, Cell Door, 708 mm x 1028 mm, Cell Door A, 578 mm x 1028 mm, Charge Dock Door Top Pane, 578 mm x 788 mm, Charge Dock Door Bottom Pane, 438 mm x 788 mm, Charge Dock Top Side Pane, 438 mm x 788 mm, Charge Dock Bottom Side Pane, MANUFACTURER / SUPPLIER
Pilkington (Australia)Ltd. 79 McCoy St, Myaree, W.A. Ph 08 9330 2333 Modern Glass 35 Stebbing Road, Maddington, W.A. 6109 Ph 08 9493 1600 Westate Glass Pty Ltd 3 5 Zanni Street, Canning Vale, W.A. 6155 Ph 08 9455 1900 Glassform 148 - 152 Bernard Street, Cheltenham, Vic. Ph 03 9585 0588 Fax 03 9585 0500 30
17.5 mm Glassform Policeguard TT Laminated Glass Approved pane sizes 708 mm x 944 mm, Cell Door,
WESTERN AUSTRALIA POLICE BUILDING CODE CUSTODIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES 708 mm x 1028 mm, Cell Door A, 578 mm x 1028 mm, Charge Dock Door Top Pane, 578 mm x 788 mm, Charge Dock Door Bottom Pane, 438 mm x 788 mm, Charge Dock Top Side Pane, 438 mm x 788 mm, Charge Dock Bottom Side Pane
Approved Padded Cell Padding Reconstituted rubber Refer to WAPS file 00416 99 FV001 for specification
Entyre Rubber Systems / Reclaim Industries, 67 Miguel Road, Bibra Lake, WA 08 9418 8144 Gold Medal Safety Padding PO Box 6, Red Hill, QLD. 04 1971 5787
Gold Medal Safety Padding
Anti-Vandal Paint Guardian Anti-Graffiti Coating
Dulux - Acrathane IF / Amerase Anti Graffiti System
Dulux - Luxepoxy 4T Non Skid Finish
Graffiti Coatings Unit 13, Stirling Gate Commercial Centre 257 Balcatta Rd, Balcatta, W.A Dulux Australia Murphy St, O'Connor, W.A. Ph 08 9314 4666 Dulux Australia Murphy St, O'Connor, W.A. Ph 08 9314 4666
Joint Filler Sikaflex 1A
ELECTRICAL
Surface Mounted Luminaire Superline Pentagon (697 mm long) Superline Plastic Products(1979) 451 Belmont Ave, Belmont, W.A. Ph 08 9353 3477 Sunlighting Australasia Holophane Australia 111 Broadway, Bassendean, W.A. Ph 08 9377 1322 H.I.Lighting 119 Broadway, Bassendean, W.A. Ph 08 9377 1322 Philips Electronics Lighting 1 Fredrick St, Belmont, W.A. Ph 08 9277 4977
Alcatraz Security Luminaire Catalogue No A2236 With secuity screws to diffuser. Vanguard Series CV800
Low Light Level Lamp Philips 11 watt PL
Emergency Lamp Minitronics SRL10
Day J. T. & Co Pty Ltd 16 Mumford Place, Balcatta, W.A. Ph 08 9345 3388
Cell Alarm Austco - Cellguard CI-WBC Ring-Master - Cell Call System E.L.A.ABSECA
Austco Communication Systems 78 Collingwood St, Osborne Park, W.A. Ph 08 9244 4499 Comsec Distributors Pty. Ltd. 549 Willoughby Rd, Willoughby, N.S.W. Ph 02 958 6052 or Electro Acoustic Co. Pty. Ltd. 31
WESTERN AUSTRALIA POLICE BUILDING CODE CUSTODIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES 35 Dellamarta Road Wangara, W.A. Ph 08 9409 7966 Audio Monitoring System Austco - Cellguard CI-PC
Ring-Master - Cell Call System Cell Alarm E.L.A.AMP Cell Alarm Reset E.L.A.ABSEAR
Austco Communication Systems 78 Collingwood St, Osborne Park, W.A. Ph 08 9244 4499 Comsec Distributors Pty. Ltd. 549 Willoughby Rd, Willoughby, N.S.W. Ph 02 958 6052 or Electro Acoustic Co. Pty. Ltd. 35 Dellamarta Road Wangara, W.A. Ph 08 9409 7966
CCTV Camera Housing Hartech CSC-X Tricam Corner Camera Housing
Strongbuilt TH Series Corner Mount Housing
Maxpro Systems - RD-Cell Camera MTV - 231CM (CCIR)
Optek Vandal Resistant CDC685B Corner Dome Camera Housing Silent Witness V27 Armor Plate High Resolution Color
Hartech (Australia) Pty Ltd 29 Bursaria St, Everton Hills, Qld. Ph 07 3355 3498 Fax 07 3354 2219 Comsec Distributors Pty. Ltd. 549 Willoughby Rd, Willoughby, N.S.W. Ph 02 958 6052 or GEC Video Systems 73 Troy Tce, Daglish, W.A. Ph 08 9382 1144 GEC Video Systems 73 Troy Tce, Daglish, W.A. Ph 08 9382 1144 GEC Video Systems 73 Troy Tce, Daglish, W.A. Ph 08 9382 1144 Rexel Australia Video Systems 33 Abernethy Road, Belmont WA 6104 Ph 08 9477 0100 Alert Tagging Systems 13 Nimrod Place Hillarys, W.A. 6025 Ademco Australia Pty Ltd Unit 5 Riverside 24-28 River Road Parramatta, N.S.W. 2150 Ph 02 9842 9333 / Fax 02 9893 9480 or Electro Acoustic Co. Pty. Ltd. 35 Dellamarta Road Wangara, W.A. Ph 08 9409 7966
Duress Alarm - Custodial facilities Austco Cellguard CI-WBD Ring-Master - Cell Call System - E.L.A.ABSEDA
Austco Communication Systems 78 Collingwood St, Osborne Park, W.A. Ph 08 9244 4499 Comsec Distributors Pty. Ltd. 549 Willoughby Rd, Willoughby, N.S.W. Ph 02 958 6052 or Electro Acoustic Co. Pty. Ltd. 35 Dellamarta Road Wangara, W.A. 32
WESTERN AUSTRALIA POLICE BUILDING CODE CUSTODIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES Ph 08 9409 7966
Trustee Cell Intercom Austco Cellguard CI-WP Ring-Master - Cell Call System - E.L.A.ABSETR
Austco Communication Systems 78 Collingwood St, Osborne Park, W.A. Ph 08 9244 4499 Comsec Distributors Pty. Ltd. 549 Willoughby Rd, Willoughby, N.S.W. Ph 02 958 6052 or Electro Acoustic Co. Pty. Ltd. 35 Dellamarta Road Wangara, W.A. Ph 08 9409 7966
HARDWARE Hinges Custodial facilities Solid Core / Steel Clad Doors 3 (off) Lanes Stainless Steel Super Hinges
Black and Decker (A'Asia) 87 Hector Street, Osborne Park, W.A. Ph 08 9446 4033
Cell Doors 2 (off) Chubb W Anti Hanging Block Hinges
ASSA ABLOY Australia Pty Ltd, 37 45 Gladstone Street, Perth, WA Ph 08 6462 8000
Locks Cell Doors Chubb Custodian deadlock, with modified latch release button
ASSA ABLOY Australia Pty Ltd, 37 45 Gladstone Street, Perth, WA Ph 08 6462 8000
HYDRAULICS Shower Rose Galvins 40691
Galvin Engineering Pty Ltd 410 Victoria Road, Malaga W.A. Ph 08 9249 5900
Floor Waste Charmac Floor Drain Assembly 22
RAM Anti-Vandal/Suicide Resistant Floor Waste Heavy Duty
SPS 150mm Round Prison / Safe Cell Drain (VariLevel) Stainless Steel Grate Model - R150SH/C
Associated Water Equipment Pty Ltd 14 Westchester Road, Malaga, W.A. 6062 Ph 08 9249 4311 RAMTAPS Pty Ltd 138 Fison Avenue West, Eagle Farm, Queensland 4009 Ph 08 7268 5655 Civil & General Distributors Unit 1 #3 Cobbler Place, Mirrabooka WA 6061 Ph: 9344 3883 Fax: 9344 3969 Galvin Engineering Pty Ltd 410 Victoria Road, Malaga W.A. Ph 08 9249 5900
Model # 302992 Ge Safe Cell Floor Waste 100 x 80bsp (Round Hole Style)
Cell Toilet and Wash Basins Simcraft Police Anti Suicide Pan
Simcraft Products 64 Railway Parade, Welshpool WA 6106 Ph 9258 3033 / Fax 9258 3044 33
WESTERN AUSTRALIA POLICE BUILDING CODE CUSTODIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES Galvins Safe Cell Push Button Assembly #127837 Enware DLB601 Detention Cistern Push Button Assembly Galvin Engineering 410 Victoria Rd, Malaga, W.A. Ph 08 9249 5900 Enware Australia Pty Lty 27 Montgomery Way, Malaga, WA 6090 Ph 08 92428 8944 Fax 08 9248 8233 Stoddart Manufacturing Stainless Plumbing Products 23 Baling Street, Cockburn Central WA 6164 Ph.: 08 9414 1343 Fax: 08 914 1361 Mob: 0412 189 868 E-mail: cbell@stoddart.com.au Web: www.stoddart.com.au Stoddart Manufacturing Stainless Plumbing Products 23 Baling Street, Cockburn Central WA 6164 Ph.: 08 9414 1343 Fax: 08 914 1361 Mob: 0412 189 868 E-mail: cbell@stoddart.com.au Web: www.stoddart.com.au
Stoddart Pedestal Pan Model: SPPL.TP.WF.3.S.S.BSA.VAR
Stoddart Security Wash Basin Round Model: SPPL.WB.SR2.FM.LSA.NB.VAR
Tapware DET608 Detention Recess Adaptor. DET618--Detention Extended Recess Assembly up to 280mm. DET660 Detention Shower Rose. DET661Detention Extended Shower Rose for walls up to 280mm thick. DET664Detention Ceiling mounted Shower (7lpm). DET665Detention Ceiling Mounted Shower Extended up to 280mm. DET648Detention Shower Module SS Single Control. DET649Detention Shower Module SS Hot & Cold. DET601Push Button Basin Assembly to suit SS Fixtures- Self Closing. DET603-- Push Button Basin Assembly to suit SS Fixtures-15 Second Delay DET601R- Push Button Basin Assembly to suit SS Fixtures- Self Closing. DET603R- Push Button Basin Assembly to suit SS Fixtures- Self Closing. DET685Push Button Basin & Outlet Assembly Complete with 1.5M Flexible Connector to suit SS Compact Cell Basins- Self Closing. DET686-- Push Button Basin & Outlet Assembly Complete with 1.5M Flexible Connector to suit SS Compact Cell Basins-15 Second Delay. DET687-- Push Button Basin & Outlet Assembly Complete with 1.5M Flexible Connector to suit SS Compact Cell Basins- Self Closing. DET688-- Push Button Basin & Outlet Assembly Complete with 1.5M Flexible Connector to suit SS Compact Cell Basins-15 Second Delay. DET650Push Button Extended Basin Assembly to
Enware Australia Pty Lty 27 Montgomery Way, Malaga, WA 6090 Ph 08 92428 8944 Fax 08 9248 8233
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WESTERN AUSTRALIA POLICE BUILDING CODE CUSTODIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES Suit Wall up to 280mm DET651- Push Button Extended Basin Assembly to Suit Wall up to 280mm 15 second Delay. DET653- Push Button Extended Basin Assembly to Suit Wall up to 280mm 30 second Delay. DET617Basin Bubbler Outlet. DET616Basin Bubbler Outlet to suit wall thickness up to 280mm. EMD811Enmatic Shower Touch Activated Control Module. EMD811R-Enmatic Shower Remote Control Module. EMD820Enmatic Warm & Cold Shower Touch Activated Module. EMD812Enmatic WC Touch Activated Control Module. EMD823Enmatic Dual Flush WC Control Module. EMD822Enmatic Touch Activated Basin/WC Control Module. EMD822R- Enmatic Remote Basin/WC Control Module. EMD830REnmatic Remote Basin-Shower-WC Control Module. EMD810Enmatic Basin Touch Activated Control Module. EMD820Enmatic Warm & Cold Basin Control Module.
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1.6 ANNEXURE 1 BUILDING CODE ALTERNATIVE SOLUTION FOR CUSTODIAL ACCOMMODATION POLICE STATIONS CONDENSED REPORT
1.6.1 ALTERNATIVE SOLUTION FOR CUSTODIAL ACCOMMODATION POLICE STATIONS
The compliance will be conditional on: 1. Operational procedures maintaining visual observation of the cell area. 2. Staff being adequately trained on evacuation procedures. 3. Restriction of fuel loads and ignition sources to the cell inmates. 4. A minimum of two (2) exit points direct to open space being available where cell numbers are greater than 2. 5. Standard evacuation procedures applicable to all stations. 6. Adequate training for staff in the use of fire fighting equipment. 7.
1.6.1.1 BUILDING CODE OF AUSTRALIA (BCA)

The BCA enables building designs and structures to comply with its requirements by two (2) methods. 1. Performance Requirements (PR) (minimum standard required). 2. Deemed to Satisfy Provisions (DTS) (prescriptive measures set out). In addition the BCA classifies buildings dependent on the use of the building. It is possible to have more than one classification in one building. In this report we are assessing two (2) classifications, being Classes 3 and 5. 1.1 Class 3 a residential building, other than a building of Class 1 or 2, which is a common place of long term or transient living for a number of unrelated persons, including a) a boarding-house, guest house, hostel, lodging-house or backpackers accommodation; or b) a residential part of a hotel or motel; or c) a residential part of a school; or d) accommodation for the aged, children or people with disabilities;or e) a residential part of a health-care building which accommodates members of staff; or f) a residential part of a detention centre. 1.2 Class 5 an office building used for professional or commercial purposes,excluding buildings of Class 6, 7, 8 or 9.
1.6.1.2 PERFORMANCE CLAUSES

The following Performance Clauses have been assessed under performance requirements: BCA Clause Item Part C CP1 Structural stability CP2 Spread of fire CP4 Limit the generation of smoke CP8 Protection of openings Part D DP1 Access to building DP2 Safe movement to and within the building DP4 Required number and location of exits DP5 Protection of evacuating occupants Part E EP2.1 Automatic warning EP2.2 Building conditions to be maintained The BCA addresses life and safety of occupants. To achieve this various methods of both passive and active fire prevention systems are used.
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WESTERN AUSTRALIA POLICE BUILDING CODE CUSTODIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES Passive fire systems are generally building elements designed or included into the building to prevent spread of fire, flame and smoke. Active systems are generally mechanical devices which are activated by electronic and/or human means which contain the spread of fire and smoke.
In this alternative solution it is proposed not to amend the requirements for smoke exhaust or ventilation as: a) The exhaust rate for ventilation meets the DTS Provisions; and b) Due to the minimal fire load of the cells there is no requirement to provide additional exhaust rates to maintain tenable conditions, as they will be maintained due to the fire load being consumed prior to the area becoming untenable, or the occupant being evacuated.
1.6.1.3 BASIS OF ALTERNATIVE SOLUTION

To provide adequate exits to open space by increasing exits where cell numbers are greater than two (2). Provision of fire rated ceilings to a distance of 3m within any horizontal exit. Minimise the fuel load to the cell areas. Provide suitable surveillance to cell areas. Provide addressable smoke detection and alarm systems to the cell areas.
1.6.1.4 REQUIREMENTS OF THE BCA

The BCA classifies the cell areas as Class 3 due to the fact that they are considered to be Residential Sections of Detention. That is it is probable for inmates to sleep over in the cells. The Front end operational area of the Police Station is considered to be a Class 5 building due to the nature of officers providing a service to the public. As the primary objective of the BCA is to provide safety for the occupants the requirement for a building where occupants are both unfamiliar and sleeping are of a higher standard to those where occupants are either familiar with or do not sleep in the building. To this end the requirements under the BCA for a Class 3 building is much greater than those for a Class 5. Even within classifications a building can have very different uses, for example, a Class 3 building includes buildings such as motels and residential areas of hotels, etc. There is a clear difference between a detention area and a motel. This report examines the differences of the BCA between these similar classifications and identifies areas which are considered to be able to be assessed by other means due to the nature and operation of the building.
1.6.1.5 OCCUPANTS
The BCA relies on occupants to be able to adequately respond to events when the need arises and to take reasonable steps to ensure their safety. In Police Stations this principal applies to the Class 5 section of the building, however inmates held in the Class 3 section are there due to the need to restrict their movement and access to outside influences, and they are unable to take reasonable steps to ensure their safety. In addition the condition of the inmate may be such that they are unconscious or affected by alcohol, therefore require assistance. The design and building elements together with operational procedures will ensure that those who are responsible for the care of inmates are able to assist to ensure that the inmate safety is catered for without compromising their own. The BCA caters for these situations within the PR by using the terminology to the degree necessary and appropriate to the function and use of the building. The function and use of a cell area within a Police Station is to detain and hold people. The function and use would not be achieved if an evacuation system or procedure would allow the free flow of occupants within the building in the case of an event. For this reason the DTS Provision of the BCA would not be suitable.
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1.6.1.6 ASSESSMENT
Terminology SOU Sole Occupancy Unit Fire check Fire rated material FER Fire engineers report FRL Fire rating required BCA Building Code of Australia PBC Police Building Code Technical Criteria DTS Deemed to Satisfy Provisions. PR Performance Requirements Italics Sections which appear in italics are a direct quote from the BCA. In this assessment the SOU is considered to be the entire holding cell area as a suite of rooms as defined in the BCA. In addition, this assessment has been carried out on the understanding that the building will be built in accordance with the PBC. The PBC does require fire separation between the Class 3 and 5 sections with smoke detection in the holding cell area and the Class 5 section. This assessment includes those requirements with some additional requirements to the fire separation and smoke monitoring system and is applicable to Type C construction only. This alternative solution is for the purpose of Police Stations with holding cell areas attached. Due to the remoteness of some stations, and the fact of minimal fuel load in the Class 3 section, and that the Class 5 section will comply with the DTS Provision, no allowance has been made for Fire Brigade intervention. This is based on the fact that in remote areas there is either minimal water supply and quality and/or The Brigade servicing the area is a volunteer organisation, therefore may not be able to respond within any specified time.
1.6.1.7 FIRE WALLS

Both the BCA and PBC require the wall separating the cell area (Class 3) from the operations area (Class 5) to be fire rated. The minimum FRL required is 60/60/60. The fire separation is to be continuous and be carried up to the underside of the roof and the penetrations to be kept to a minimum. All penetrations are to be protected in accordance with the DTS Provisions of the BCA Specification C3:15. The fire load is restricted in the cell area by not permitting any fuel load or ignition source into the cell area by inmates. The cells are constructed of concrete and steel framed openings with toughened glass panels. In addition the bench seat is concrete. If required to be detained overnight the inmate is given a fire retardant mattress. This together with the fact of no ignition source means the fire load is minimal to none, therefore not able to produce smoke or heat to a point where evacuation times would be reduced due to untenable conditions.
1.6.1.8 PROTECTION OF OPENINGS

In addition to the additional exit if required due to the number of cells, a fire check ceiling to all corridors or the like for a distance of at least 3m is required in the cell area side. This fire rated ceiling is to achieve a minimum FRL of 60/60/60.
1.6.1.9 ACCESS TO THE BUILDING

Access to the Class 3 section of the building is to be maintained from the area within the Class 5 section which is accessible to the public through the horizontal exits into the cell area. At least one cell must have a minimum door width of 800mm clear opening to allow for wheel chair access. Corridors and access ways to the designated cells are to comply with AS1428.1 being a minimum of 1m and appropriate distances when negotiating doorways and other obstacles.
1.6.1.10 REQUIRED NUMBER AND LOCATION OF EXITS

The Class 5 section of the building is to comply with the DTS Provisions of the BCA.
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WESTERN AUSTRALIA POLICE BUILDING CODE CUSTODIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES The Class 3 section of the building is to: a) Comply with DTS of the BCA where the cell number is no greater than 2, or b) Where the cell number is greater than 2 i) have at least 2 exits directly to open space from the holding cell area in addition to the horizontal exit located within the firewall separating the different classifications, and ii) the horizontal exit and at least one of the other exits latches to comply with D2.21 of the BCA (that is a single downward action openable at any time from the side of egress).
1.6.1.11 PROTECTION OF EVACUATING OCCUPANTS

All external openings to comply with the separation distances as per Table C3.3 of the BCA. The minimum distance from the horizontal exits to any other exit is to be a minimum of 3m with a fire rated ceiling for a minimum distance of 3m along the path of travel to that exit.
1.6.1.12 AUTOMATIC WARNING SYSTEM

An addressable warning system which addresses each individual cell is to be installed. In metropolitan areas fire indicator panel (FIP) is to be direct linked to the emergency services. In remote areas or country town sites there is no requirement for a link as there may not be a brigade service available for fire intervention. This alternative solution and the Fire Engineers Report is based on not having fire brigade intervention due to the remoteness of some locations of police stations. The warning system in the Class 3 section is to be located in a concealed space where air quality can be monitored. The alarm warning system in the Class 5 section is to be zoned to suit operational needs and connected to the FIP. In the event of an alarm in either section a general alarm is to be sounded in the other section. All alarms are required to meet the relevant standards in accordance with the BCA.
1.6.1.13 THE NUMBER OF OCCUPANTS

The number of the occupants is limited to the number of cells and officers in attendance. Although each cell is built to cater for up to 3 occupants there may be occasions where more than 3 need to be accommodated. In all circumstances this will be determined by the number of operational staff available at the time. This alternative solution considers the maximum number of inmates to operational staff should not exceed 5. Any operational requirement outside of this number will require further assessment.
1.6.1.14 GENERAL
The objectives of the BCA, (to protect life) have been adhered to when considering both the design and fire characteristics of this alternative solution. The alternative solutions address the need to provide a secure and safe environment for all occupants of the building, whilst enabling the function and use of the building to be carried out. The general guidelines which apply to this alternative solution provide for: Well rehearsed evacuation procedures, recorded in a register at a frequency of no less than one (1) every six (6) months. Addressable alarm systems to enable cell identification of smoke. Restriction of fuel loads and ignition sources therefore limiting smoke generation and toxicity. Provision of additional exits when the number of cells is greater than 2, therefore permitting additional exits and re-entrant points to assist in evacuation. Restricting the ratio of operational staff to other occupants so as to achieve a realistic evacuation time and minimise the re-entrants to the building. Fire extinguishers required as per Table E1.6 of the BCA and be positioned on the latch side of the door. Refer to WAPOL file 00144 05 FV001
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WESTERN AUSTRALIA POLICE BUILDING CODE CUSTODIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES

CUSTODIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES

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WESTERN AUSTRALIA POLICE BUILDING CODE CUSTODIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES

1.3 DESIGN PHILOSOPHY

1.4 DESIGN OBJECTIVES

CUSTODIAL FACILITIES TYPES

1.4.3.1 REMOTE AREA CUSTODIAL FACILITIES

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WESTERN AUSTRALIA POLICE BUILDING CODE CUSTODIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES

1.4.3.2 COUNTRY CUSTODIAL FACILITIES DESIGN

1.4.3.3 CITY / MAJOR CENTRE CUSTODIAL FACILITIES - OVERNIGHT DETENTION

1.4.3.4 CITY / MAJOR CENTRE CUSTODIAL FACILITIES - NO OVERNIGHT DETENTION

1.4.4.1 DETERMINATION OF CELL TYPE AND NUMBER

1.4.4.2 CELL COMPONENTS

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Yes Yes No Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes

Yes Yes No Yes No Yes Yes Yes No No Yes Yes

No No No No No No Yes No No Yes Yes Yes

Yes Yes No Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes

POLICE HOLDING CELL TYPE A

Yes No No No Yes No Yes Yes No No Yes Yes

Yes Yes No Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes

1.5 DESIGN CRITERIA

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1.5.1.2.2 COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS

1.5.1.2.2.1 CELL ALARMS AND AUDIO MONITORING

1.5.1.2.2.1.1 CUSTODIAL FACILITIES ALARM CONTROL PANEL

1.5.1.2.2.1.2 CELL ALARM SYSTEM

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1.5.1.2.2.1.3 CELL INTERCOM

1.5.1.2.2.1.4 AUDIO MONITORING SYSTEM

1.5.1.2.2.2 CLOSED CIRCUIT TELEVISION

WESTERN AUSTRALIA POLICE BUILDING CODE CUSTODIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES

1.5.1.2.2.2.2 DIGITAL VIDEO / AUDIO RECORDER SYSTEM

1.5.1.2.2.2.3 CELL, EXERCISE YARD OR SECURITY COMPOUND

1.5.1.2.2.3 DURESS ALARM - CUSTODIAL FACILITIES

1.5.1.2.2.4 DETAINEE TELEVISION

1.5.1.3 FIRE PROTECTION CRITERIA 1.5.1.3.1 CLASSIFICATION

1.5.1.3.2 GENERAL - BUILDING CODE OF AUSTRALIA

1.5.1.3.5 FIRE DETECTION

WESTERN AUSTRALIA POLICE BUILDING CODE CUSTODIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES

1.5.1.3.5.1 SMOKE DETECTION

1.5.1.3.5.2 SMOKE EXHAUST SYSTEM

1.5.1.3.5.2.2 Description of the cells.

1.5.1.3.5.2.3 Smoke Exhaust Options

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2x 0.29m x 0.29m free area

8x 0.29m x 0.29m free area

1.5.1.3.6 FIRE HOSE REELS

1.5.1.3.7 FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

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1.5.1.3.10 EVACUATION PLAN

1.5.1.4 MECHANICAL 1.5.1.4.1 THERMAL COMFORT IN STAFF AREAS

1.5.1.4.1.1 CHARGE ROOM

1.5.1.5 HYDRAULICS 1.5.1.5.1 SEWERAGE

1.5.1.5.2 DOMESTIC HOT WATER TO SHOWERS

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