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Hospital construction basics

By Scavi Company · · 3 min read
Hospital construction basics

Healthcare projects demand discipline and specialized knowledge.

Codes

Healthcare.

Infection control

ICRA.

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MEP

Complex.

Phasing

Patient care.

Inspections

Many.

A closer look

Hospitals cannot stop. Every shutdown of water, power or medical gas must be planned with facility staff. Contractors who respect that become trusted partners.

Where to start

Partner with experienced healthcare subcontractors.

An example

A GC planned shutdowns with hospital staff weeks ahead. No patient areas were disrupted.

Common mistakes

Underestimating complexity, poor infection control and unplanned shutdowns.

What to track

Track shutdowns and infection control audits.

Questions to ask

Do we understand the codes? Who coordinates shutdowns? Are subs experienced?

Who owns it

The PM and superintendent coordinate with the facility team.

Pricing and risk

Healthcare work carries higher overhead for infection control, inspections and shutdown planning. Price it explicitly instead of hiding it in general conditions.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is hospital construction different?

Strict codes, infection control, complex MEP systems including medical gases, phasing around patient care and extensive inspections.