Space planning should always attempt to achieve:

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  efficient service to the public,

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  economic performance of the DDS mission, and

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  safe and healthful working conditions for DDS employees.

Consider the following items in determining DDS space needs:

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  adequate safety and security,

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  standard fire protection equipment (e.g., fire extinguishers, exit doors),

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  provisions for the physically handicapped employees (e.g., wide doorways, low water fountains),

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  physical location,

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  building, employee and system security (e.g., employee safety, confidentiality of records and equipment),

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  available parking facilities when adequate public transportation is unavailable, and

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  electronic data processing equipment needs (e.g., ventilation, humidity, temperature, stable electrical power source, and interconnecting cable requirements).

Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Sections 503 and 504

Privacy and Security, DI 39567.000