HOSPITALITY: DESIGN GUIDELINES FOR INFECTION CONTROL. HE N D E R S ON IN SIG HTS | COVID-19 SERI ES
The hospitality industry has undoubtedly been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. To do their part to flatten the curve, many hotels closed their doors while society stayed home. As more cities across the country reopen, it’s imperative that the industry implement design strategies for infection control to keep guests as safe and comfortable in their environments as they would be at home. Our experts have developed the following guidelines to help our clients navigate conversations around doing just that.
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SURFACES
BIOAEROSOL TRANSMISSION
SURFACE CONTACT TRANSMISSION
▪ HEPA filtration of HVAC — Either within HVAC units or portable and standalone units
▪ UVc lights in restroom stalls activated by vacancy sensors
- Standalone units are the most feasible compared to retrofit of existing HVAC equipment ▪ UV lights in HVAC equipment - Install where a straight run can provide adequate dosage time ▪ Bipolar Ionization air purification ▪ Active Particle control devices — Standalone units are the most feasible compared to retrofit of existing HVAC equipment ▪ Increased ventilation and air transfer rates
▪ Additional cleaning protocol in food service areas ▪ Increase surface cleaning especially high-touch surfaces ▪ Touchless plumbing fixtures, automatic door operators, drinking fountains, elevators ▪ Replacement of finish materials to more easily cleanable surfaces ▪ Reduction of decorative elements (pillows, bed runners, etc.) ▪ Sanitize bottom of shoes as customers enter
▪ Relative Humidification — 40%-60% CON TI N U ED
> H OSP I TA LI T Y: DESIGN GUIDELINE S FOR IN FE CTION CON TR OL
SOC I A L D I STAN C IN G DROPLET TRANSMISSION ▪ Limit occupancy of specific areas like, customers at bar and dining areas, gym, pool, etc.
▪ Infrared temperature measurement of customers and staff at main entries
▪ Add signage for social distancing in elevators and lobby areas
▪ Remove outer doors of public restrooms to avoid a touch point
▪ Technology-based solutions to support mobile check-in and phone based-room access CHRIS LEECH HOSPITALITY PRACTICE DIRECTOR chris.leech@hendersonengineers.com
There are many considerations when making changes to your existing building. When it’s time to talk logistics, our Henderson Building Solutions group can help get these updates done fast and efficiently through product sourcing and installation. Speed to market and making changes in a seamless manner both matter as people come back to your spaces. Let us know how our team at Henderson can help.