Cardiff University Health Board – Healthcare Relocation

  • Sector: Healthcare
  • Project Type: Electrical Services

About this Project

A new bespoke healthcare facility to enable medical students to develop the clinical and non-technical skills required to become healthcare professionals.
47-week project was to refurbish Block 2 and Block 4 of the former Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) site adjacent to University Hospital of Wales, a teaching hospital of Cardiff University.
Our services included the installation, testing and commissioning of all electrical systems, including HV, LV, small power, fire, security, lighting, nurse call systems, access control and data.

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Evans activities comprised:

– Isolations, Recovery & Enabling Works: Full electrical isolations and enabling works carried out safely to facilitate refurbishment, including coordination with other trades.

– Containment Systems: Installation of galvanised steel trunking, tray, basket and conduit systems to support all new electrical, data, and security cabling throughout Blocks 2 and 4.

– LV Distribution – Including UPS: New low-voltage distribution boards and sub-main cabling to serve the refurbished areas. Installation of rack-mounted UPS systems to ensure resilience for critical healthcare and IT equipment.

– General Power: Provision of small power supplies to offices, teaching spaces, treatment rooms, simulation suites, and support areas, including both general and specialist medical equipment.

– CMD Wire Managed Desk Pods: Installation of fully integrated wire-managed desk pods for flexible student and staff working areas.

– General & Emergency Lighting Including Controls: LED lighting scheme throughout the facility designed for energy efficiency, including automated lighting controls, daylight dimming, and emergency lighting in line with healthcare regulations.

– Electrical Works to Mechanical Services: Power supplies and control wiring to support HVAC systems, pumps, AHUs, and other critical mechanical plant, ensuring integration with the building management system.

– Fire Detection & Alarm Systems – Including Disabled Refuge System: Addressable fire alarm system with automatic detection, manual call points, and voice sounders. Disabled refuge alarm system installed for safe evacuation procedures in compliance with HTM requirements.

– Intruder Alarms: Grade 3 intruder detection system installed to protect sensitive areas, including monitoring points and access-restricted rooms.

– Access Control: Card-based access control system with door monitoring and integration to secure entry points across the facility.

– Earthing Installations – Including Surge Protection & Lightning Protection System Alterations: Comprehensive earthing and bonding, surge protection devices installed to safeguard sensitive healthcare and IT equipment. Existing lightning protection systems modified to accommodate the new building layout.

– CCTV Systems: Internal and external CCTV coverage for safety and security, including high-definition IP cameras, recording facilities, and monitoring stations.

– WiFi Access Points: Installation of WiFi infrastructure across Blocks 2 and 4 to ensure full wireless connectivity for staff, students, and medical equipment.

– Testing & Commissioning: Thorough inspection, testing, and commissioning of all installed systems to ensure compliance with BS 7671, HTM regulations, and project-specific performance standards.

– Handover & Documentation: Provision of detailed as-fitted drawings, O&M manuals, and training for Cardiff University Health Board staff, ensuring smooth operation and maintenance of all systems.

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