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Lessons Learned Program - Lesson: Flooring

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Contact Information:
Joseph Corliss
12300 Twinbrook Parkway Suite 610
Rockville, MD 20852
(301) 443-4205
jcorliss@hqe.ihs.gov

Activity: Architectural

Keyword: Flooring

CSO No.:096600

Background:
Finishes in Hospital Emergency Rooms and other heavy traffic areas place high demands on floor finishes relating to durability, disinfection, and maintenance requirements.

Lessons Learned:
The welded sheet vinyl used in the Emergency room at ANMC has performed well and is easily cleaned and maintained.

Recommended Action:
Consider welded sheet vinyl as a floor finish choice for future Emergency Rooms.

Location:
ANMC – Anchorage, AK

Program: IHSAA/ANMC

Date: 09/19/2002