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Contact Information: Gary A. McFarland, P.E. Billings Area Indian Health Service Billings, MT 59107 (406) 247-7091 gary.mcfarland@mail.ihs.gov Activity: Architectural Keyword: Vinyl CSO No.:9950 Background: After 5 years of use the vinly wall covering in waiting rooms have been destroyedbecause of chair backs and waiting patients. Lessons Learned: If vinly wall covering is to be used adequate protection must be provided to maintain the covering for a longer life. If economic measures reduce wall guards or chair rails, vinyl should not continue to be in the design. Recommended Action: The designer should recognize the traffic and wear anticipated in high volume areas and make necessary design recommendations. Location: Crow/Northern Cheyenne Hospital Program: Various waiting rooms and inpatient rooms Date: 07/12/2001