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VSP 2018 Construction Guidelines

21.0 Waste Management

21.1 Food and Garbage Lifts

21.1.1 Interiors
Provide FOOD and garbage lifts with interiors constructed of stainless steel that
meet the same standards as section 16.0.

21.1.2 Decks
Construct decks of a durable, nonabsorbent, NONCORRODING material with
integral COVING.

21.1.3 Air Vents
Position air vents in the upper portion of the BULKHEAD panels or in the
DECKHEAD.

21.1.4 Drain
Install a drain at the bottom of all lift shafts, including provision platform lifts
and dumbwaiters. Install the drain flush with the floor of the shaft.

21.1.5 Dumbwaiter Interiors
Construct the interiors of dumbwaiters of stainless steel with COVED junctures
that meet the standards of section 16.0.

21.1.6 Lighting
Provide light fixtures that are recessed or fitted with stainless steel guards.

21.1.7 Garbage Chutes
If installed, construct garbage chutes of stainless steel and with COVED
junctures. Install an automatic washing system for the garbage chute. Ensure
the garbage chute meets all SOLAS and classification society requirements.

21.2 Trolley, Waste Container, and Cleaning Equipment Wash Rooms

21.2.1 Construction
Construct BULKHEADS, DECKHEADS, and decks to the same standards as
section 16.0.

21.2.2 Pressure-Washing System
Provide a BULKHEAD-mounted pressure-washing system with a DECK SINK
and drain. An enclosed automatic equipment washing machine or room may be
used in place of the pressure washing system and DECK SINK.

21.2.3 Handwashing Station
Provide an easily ACCESSIBLE handwashing station that meets the
requirements of section 7.1.

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