Adoption Info of Georgia Hospital Facilities Design Code 2018
- FGI Guidelines for Design and Construction of Hospitals 2018 Edition with Georgia-specific amendments
Effective Dates
- January 1, 2018 – December 31, 2021
Adopts with Amendments
- FGI Guidelines for Design and Construction of Hospitals 2018 Edition
Scope
- The Georgia Hospital Facilities Design Code applies to the design, construction, and renovation of hospital facilities to ensure standards for patient safety, accessibility, infection control, and functional efficiency. This code includes requirements for patient care areas, surgical suites, HVAC and ventilation systems, and emergency facilities, aiming to create safe, compliant hospital environments for both patients and staff.
Exception #1: Outpatient clinics and other non-hospital healthcare facilities may have different design requirements based on the types of services provided.
Exception #2: Existing hospital facilities undergoing minor updates may be exempt from meeting all 2018 code requirements unless changes impact critical health and safety functions.
CODE REFERENCE GUIDE
| Area | Primary | Supplement |
|---|---|---|
| Patient Room Design | FGI | NONE |
| Infection Control Requirements | FGI | ASHRAE 170 |
| Operating and Surgical Areas | FGI | NONE |
| HVAC and Ventilation Systems | FGI | ASHRAE 170 |
| Emergency and Trauma Facilities | FGI | NONE |
| Accessibility and ADA Compliance | FGI | ADA |
| Electrical and Lighting Standards | FGI | NEC |
| Plumbing and Medical Gas Systems | FGI | IPC |
| Fire Safety and Egress | FGI | NFPA 101 |
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