NCJ Number
125834
Date Published
Unknown
Length
241 pages
Annotation
This report presents minimum standards for security in the design and construction of detention and correctional facilities in Alberta, Canada.
Abstract
General standards cover planning guidelines, building code analysis, building envelope, building architecture, and institutional project procedures. Standards for the site encompass the design for pedestrian and vehicular traffic, storm drainage, physical barriers, perimeter security fences, barbed tape, security gates, and lighting. Standards for building construction cover masonry reinforcing and support, steel, doors and frames, hardware, security windows, plumbing, and ceilings. Other building design and construction standards pertain to glazing, control stations, wall finish for high-security walls and partitions, vandal-proof wall finish, security caulking, floor finish, acoustics, furnishings and interior design, inmate rooms and furniture, security openings, cell lighting fixtures, electrical surveillance devices, and elevators.