- Author
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Dikkers, R. D.
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Husmann, R. J.
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Webster, J. H.
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Sorg, J. P.
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Holmes, R. A.
- Title
- Preliminary Performance Criteria for Building Materials, Equipment and Systems Used in Detention and Correctional Facilities.
- Coporate
- National Institute of Standards and Technology, Gaithersburg, MD
Omni Signal, Inc., Capitola, CA
Webster (James H.), Arlington, VA
Sorg (John P.), Annandale, VA
Sure-Lock Holmes, Inc., Albany, NY
- Sponsor
- Department of Justice, Washington, DC
- Report
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NISTIR 89-4027; NUREG/CP-0103
January 1989
157 p.
- Distribution
- Available from National Technical Information Service
- Keywords
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construction materials; materials specifications; performance standards; criteria; security; internal security; design standards; facilities management; planning; site surveys; warning systems; communications equipment
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structural systems
- Identifiers
- correctional institutions
- Abstract
- In a National Institute of Corrections (NIC) sponsored study, many important criteria and standards which need to be developed for improving the selection of materials, equipment and systems for use in detention and correctional facilities were identified. The preliminary performance criteria for materials, equipment, and systems contained in the report have the following objectives: establish performance levels which are consistent with the security and custody levels used in detention and correctional facilities; and establish standard performance measures with regard to security, safety and durability. Part I contains general criteria pertaining to the overall facility. Part II contains requirements and criteria relating to the perimeter security of the facility. Part III includes requirements and criteria pertaining to structural systems, doors, windows, glazing, locks, control center, alarms and communication systems.