The design standards (PDF 1.1MB) provide guidance for contractors who install, repair and maintain fixtures, fittings and furniture at SA government schools and preschools.The links below take you to different sections of the design standards.
Curtains and blinds
Refer to section 4 of the design standards for:
- curtains and blinds
- preferred types
- blackout requirements.
Plumbing fittings
Refer to section 4 in the design standards for:
- appropriate sinks and troughs for different areas
- tap ware
- amenities, including relevant accessibility requirements
- student and staff showers, emergency showers and eye wash units.
Joinery
The design standards in 7.6 outline:
- joinery guidelines
- appropriate materials
- guidelines for bench heights.
Fixtures
The design standards in 7.7 include specifications for:
- storage units
- display boards
- wall stripping
- signage.
Loose furniture
Refer to 7.8 in the design standards for additional information about:
- loose furniture
- clocks
- kilns
- shelving
- whiteboards.
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Email: education.Environment [at] sa.gov.au