600-22 Access to Building Mechanical Rooms and Electrical Vaults

Effective Date: 1/1/92 (revised 2/1/97)

Office of Origin: Facilities Management

I. Purpose

Building mechanical rooms, electrical vaults, and manholes are critical control points for the various systems that regulate power and other utilities for the campus. This policy delineates authorization for access to these areas.

II. Definitions

None provided.

III. Policy

A. Only Facilities Management senior managers may authorize access to building mechanical rooms, electrical vaults, and manholes.

B. Any work performed on building systems (electrical, plumbing and ventilation, etc.) by contractors requires the advance approval of Facilities Management.

C. Storage is not permitted in these areas.

IV. Responsibility

Contact Office of Origin (see above) with any questions.

V. Related Policies

Architectural and Engineering Services (Policy 600-10)
Construction Contracts (Policy 600-11)
Utilities (Policy 600-23)

VI. References

UCSF Facilities Management Website