Windows
Generally anodised or powder coated commercial grade aluminium framed windows are to be used to match in colour those in the existing buildings.
It is essential that windows more than one storey above ground can be cleaned from inside. In cases where it is not necessary for windows to be opened by the users they are to be fitted with budget locks so that they can be opened by maintenance staff.
It is noted that window openings widths and locations are to meet the Deemed to Satisfy Provisions of the Building Code of Australia.
Opening windows accessible from the ground (within 3 metres to the sill) are to have window locks (Lockwood or equal, as directed).
The use of blinds should not be relied upon as the sole protection from summer sun penetration.
Specify Holland blinds to all windows.
Window Selection Requirements
The following table sets out the window requirements based on the functional space requirements.
| WINDOWS | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Space | Y/N | Observation Window | VP | OTH19 |
| Staff Work point | Windows are required for this space. | Maximise windows to adjacent corridor. | - | External glazing, sill height 1000mm min. Internal safety glass glazing to adjacent circulation space for supervision from floor to 2.1m height |
| Staff Meeting Room (Dept) | Windows are Desirable for this space. | Maximise windows to adjacent corridor. | - | External glazing(if provided), sill height 1000mm min Internal safety glass glazing to adjacent circulation space for supervision from floor to 2.1m height |
| Copy / Print / Resource Room | Windows are not required for this space. | Maximise windows to adjacent corridor. | Visual privacy is required from other spaces. | When windows provided they must have obscure glazing and security Grills. |
| Comms Room | Windows are not required for this space. | - | Visual privacy is required from other spaces. | When windows provided they must have obscure glazing and security Grills. |
| First Aid | Windows are Desirable for this space. | Observation window to adjacent corridor. | - | External glazing(if provided), sill height 1000mm min |
| Toilets | Windows are not required for this space. | Visual privacy is required from other spaces. | When windows provided they must have obscure glazing and security Grills. | |
| Cleaners Room | Windows are not required for this space. | Visual privacy is required from other spaces. | When windows provided they must have obscure glazing and security Grills. | |
| Tea Point | Windows are Desirable for this space. | Open to adjacent corridor/walkway. | - | External glazing (if provided), sill height 1000mm min |
| Tea Room / Lunchroom | Windows are required for this space. | Maximise windows to adjacent corridor. | - | External glazing to floor preferred (if provided) |
| Seminar Room | External Windows are desirable. Maximise external glazing with sill height 1.2m. | Maximise windows to adjacent corridor. | ||
| Tutorial Room | External Windows are required. Maximise external glazing with sill height 1.2m. | - | - | - |
| Teaching Dry Lab | External Windows are required for this space. Maximise external glazing with sill height 1.2m. | Observation Windows between access corridor and Lab for observation between 1200mm and 2100mm | - | Observation window to preparation, where possible, 900mm wide, from 1.2m to door Height (2.1m) Adjustable openings min 7% of the floor area for ventilation. |
Dry Lab Preparation | External Windows are desirable for this space. Sill height 1.2m. | Observation window to preparation, where possible, 900mm wide, from 1.2m to door Height (2.1m) | ||
| Dry Lab Prep Store | External Windows are not required for this space. | - | Visual privacy is required from other spaces and outside | When windows provided they must have obscure glazing and security Grills. |
| Science / Engineering Comms Room | WINDOWS ‐ N External Windows are not required for this space. | Visual privacy is required from other spaces and outside | When windows provided they must have obscure glazing and security Grills. | |
| Science / Engineering Robot Test | WINDOWS ‐ N External Windows are not required for this space. | Windows to Laboratory and CAD Room for observation between 1200mm and 2100mm | When windows provided they must have obscure glazing and security Grills. | |
| Science / Engineering CAD Room | WINDOWS ‐ N External Windows are not required for this space. | Windows to Laboratory and Robot Test Room for observation between 1200mm and 2100mm | When windows provided they must have obscure glazing and security Grills. | |
| Chemical Store | WINDOWS ‐ N Windows are not required for this space. | - | Visual privacy is required from other spaces. | When windows provided they must have obscure glazing and security Grills. |
Glazing
- All glazing selection is to be undertaken in accordance with the regulatory requirements.
- External window glazing is to be integrally tinted for glare and heat transfer control to meet the regulatory requirements.
- Glazing visual material is to be consistent around the perimeter and vertically up the building. Internal partition glass to walkways and in student areas is to be laminated or toughened with thickness to suite the application.
Observation Windows
- Observation windows can be either one way or two way observation windows depending upon the application.
Visual Privacy
- Tinting may be introduced, or film applied to glazed panels to provide visual privacy to sensitive areas. Any tinting or film application is to extend through areas to provide visual consistency in spaces.
- Applied Tinting Patterns: Tinted film is to be applied only to existing glazing. 3M Scotchcal 7725-314 'Dusted Crystal' or 3M Scotchal 7725-324, 'FrostedCrystal' or equal window film tint by Austratint.
Window Hardware
Control gear is only to be used where absolutely essential.
Where used, control gear should be appropriate for the location and application. Preferred supplier / manufacturer is Soady Controls.