CT Imaging Control Room

Standard Area16m²

Ceiling Height2700mm

Briefing

Description

The CT Control Room provides the space and equipment for remote control of CT imaging equipment, and amenities for review of images and reporting. Direct visibility of the patient through an observation window and direct access to the imaging room is required.

Hours of Operation

Up to 24 hours

Occupancy

up to 4 staff

Additional Considerations

~ Cable ducts for services between the imaging unit, the equipment room (if provided) and the control room will be required and must be coordinated with the MME vendor. Additional building services connections and outlets are to be coordinated to suit equipment requirements. ~ All shielding on this Standard Component is indicative. Radiation shielding to suit the overall department layout, anticipated workload and the equipment procured is to be assessed and advised by a qualified Radiation Consultant to meet relevant legislation and local radiation safety policies. ~ An ‘X-ray in Use’ light system is required with signs at each entry to the imaging room that are illuminated when the imaging device is on and turned off when it stops. The exact wording required on illuminated signs will be determined by relevant legislation and local radiation safety policies. Project teams must confirm all radiation safety signage requirements with their jurisdiction’s regulatory agency. ~ The size, quantity and configuration of computer display screens is to be finalised based on the specific image display and processing task requirements (e.g. number of application windows to be viewed concurrently) and ergonomic considerations. Providing flexibility of monitor positioning is vital to ensure adjustments are possible to meet the ergonomic requirements of different users. ~ Depending on service requirements and staffing profile, workflow control and advanced processing workstations may be combined into the CT control room to support staffing and efficient patient flow. ~ Additional RIS/PACs/EMR workstations may be required in larger services depending on service requirements and staffing models. ~ Physiological monitoring on a display screen in the CT Control Room may be provided and would need to be supported with a connection provided within the CT Imaging Room. Provision will depend on service requirements and ICT policies. ~ Acoustic treatment to be considered to manage noise from the CT machine and the adjacent equipment room. ~ Provision of height adjustable workstations or fixed joinery is to be in line with service requirements and local WHS policies. ~ Hours of operation depend on the service in which this room is located. Ambulatory medical imaging services may only operate during business hours or extended business hours, some small hospital services may have an on-call, after-hours service. Large units are likely to provide a 24-hour service, especially where a satellite service is provided with an emergency department. ~ Requirement for fixed and/or mobile duress to be confirmed to suit service requirements. ~ An operational model for responding to calls from staff/patients will be needed to support the inclusion of a nurse call system and is to be determined based on service requirements. ~ Provision of an intercom for staff communication within the department is dependent on service requirements. This function may be provided as part of the telephone system. ~ The need for and extent of emergency power and UPS must be reviewed to suit site specific requirements and confirmed based on risk assessment considering the impact of a power outage on patient care/safety.

Performance Requirements

HVAC

Air Conditioning (General)

Lighting

GeneralDimmable

Nurse Call

Buttons / Handset

Items