Seismic Mitigation for Equipment at Army Medical Centers Methods Illustrated WithExamples from Madigan Army Medical Center

摘要

Medical centers may be the most critical facilities in the response and recoveryphase immediately after a damaging earthquake. This report presents observations and makes recommendations for the protection of equipment, many of which support essential functions. These observations are based on a walk-down inspection of Madigan Army Medical Center conducted in December 1996. Protecting critical equipment include, ensuring an adequate load path, providing adequate anchorage, and accommodating differential movement. Observations and recommendations are presented based on effective equipment protection seen at MAMC, anchorage problems seen at MAMC, and load path concerns for well anchored equipment. Lastly several references are listed with highlights on their significance to medical facilities.