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Standards and Manuals

Unless otherwise indicated all files are in PDF. This software is freely available for download from Adobe Software.

These standards provide the technical requirements for the construction of new buildings that ARES leases or builds for its clients. It applies primarily to office buildings and office space.

For technical requirements for specific buildings/spaces other than offices, contact the Environmental Stewardship & Technical Value Department.

Technical Standards 2007 - 1.2 MB 

ARES Security System Specifications July 2007 - 200 KB

Client Comfort Systems Design Manual 
To open the MS Word files within this manual you need at least Office 95/97 or Office 2000-SR1. An alternative to opening a file is to right click on the link and save the file to your desktop.
 

Designers Handbook For Tenant Improvements 2007 - 1.9 MB
Provides information on the Ministry's design requirements for tenant improvements in Ministry owned or leased office space under 500m2
 

Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)
WorkSafeBC (formally Workers Compensation Board) regulations require employers to investigate complaints on indoor air quality, and to have a maintenance plan to prevent problems from occurring. The following documents shows how to do an investigation and how to set up a maintenance plan.

Mandatory IAQ Complaint Investigation Standard October 1999 - 199 KB

Mandatory Preventative Maintenance Standard August 1999 - 157 KB

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