An important part of ventilating for safety consists of providing the necessary exhaust systems to remove building contaminants safely. Further, the effluent must be cleaned within practical limits by means of filters, collectors, and scrubbers. Where recirculation is not safe or feasible, the effluent must be discharged to the outside in a manner…

The draft includes--(1) comments on file structure, (2) descriptions of dictionary organization and format, (3) alphabetical lists of elements, and (4) facilities related elements in dictionary form. The data element definitions in this draft are compatible with the Higher Education Facilities Classification and Inventory Procedures Manual, which…

The Fourth Annual Report from the School Planning Laboratory discusses the quest for quality and explains how better schools have been planned at the Center through--(1) systems construction, (2) an airborne institute, (3) school planning education, (4) service to visitors, (5) community college planning, (6) direct assistance, and (7) continued…

This booklet recommends procedures to be followed by communities who wish to obtain financial assistance under the Connecticut School Building Aid Law, with particular emphasis on economy. Subjects of general interest include: the sequence of school building procedures, allocation of responsibilities, planning time, the building committee,…

This pamphlet explains how to be prepared and plan for bomb threats and describes procedures to follow once a call has been received. The content covers (1) preparation for bomb threats, (2) evacuation procedures, (3) room search methods, (4) procedures to follow once a bomb has been located, and (5) typical problems that search teams will…

This paper presents an overview of selected basic guidelines valuable to the planning process of designing barrier-free facilities for able and disabled persons. (DS)

The designers of the Arnold Schoenberg Institute at the University of Southern California defined the common denominators between structure in music and structure in architectural form to construct a research, study, and performance center. (Author/MLF)

The triangularly shaped library at State University College in Plattsburgh, New York, repeats the triangular shape of the campus. (MLF)

Discusses methods of utilizing existing buildings to provide library services, including complete renovation of a building structure internally while retaining walls and roof, and temporary use of buildings which serve another purpose. Examples of building conversion methods are included. (Author/MBR)

Author compared different book reviews on building and architecture as well as the relation between architecture and general building practice. (Author/RK)

Fine arts, music, science, and vocational training departments share a multifunction building in Miami. (Author/MLF)

The Nathan Marsh Pusey Library is constructed below grade on a site that was too constricted for a building above ground. (MLF)

This document includes three papers addressing the issue of using stock plans for building educational facilities. The papers are: (1) "Re-Use of Plans: Why It Works (and When It Doesn't)" from the newsletter of Rainforth Grau Architects; (2) "Stock Plans for North Carolina's Public Schools: A Study" by architect Leslie N. Boney, Jr.; and (3) "Why…

The recommendations included in this document are intended to reduce seismic hazards associated with the non-structural components of schools buildings, including mechanical systems, ceiling systems, partitions, light fixtures, furnishings, and other building contents. It identifies potential earthquake hazards and provides recommendations for…

This publication is a compilation of original and republished materials from numerous individuals and organizations working on pesticide reform and integrated pest management (IPM)--using alternatives to prevailing chemical-intensive practices. The manual provides comprehensive information on implementing school IPM, including a practical guide to…