VISUAL CONTROL ROOM DESIGN CHECK LIST & QUESTIONNAIRE



1 What is the function of the VCR ie: Emergency Services, ATC or Apron Control ?
2 What is the Controllers seated eye height AGL ?
3 How many Controllers are to work in the VCR ?
4 i) Air Traffic Controllers ii) Trainees iii) SATCO
5 What is the gross internal floor area required ?
6 What is the plan shape of the VCR ?
7 What if any is the required Eye level arc of vision - elevation & depression (seated & standing) ?
8 Where is the Staircase position, shape and size ?
9 What floor construction is required, ie: Computer Access floor etc.
10 Is a raised Dias required ?
11 Does the VCR require and External perimeter walkway and handrail ?
12 Where is the position of the exit hatch to the walkway ?
13 What is the towers Proximity to runway/thresholds ?
14 Is the tower Air or Landside ?
15 What are the Local environmental conditions, seasonal temperatures, humidity etc.
16 What is the glass specification ?
17 Is Alifabs Sonarview electrically heated anti-condensation glazing required ?
18 What are the design criteria: i) Airport 'Basic Wind Speed' ii) Siesmic Zone (UBC)
19 Is access required to the VCR roof ?
20 Is an Obstruction light required ? What type ie: Low or Medium Intensity ?
21 Is a roof handrail and antennae mounts required ?
22 How many Ceiling lights are required ? 22) Is cable trunking required around the perimeter of the VCR ?
23 Is anti-static carpet required ?
24 Are Sun Blinds required ? How many ? Electric, remote control or manual ?

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