The following are key considerations for the design and construction of an operating room:
- Standards for the Air Conditioning System – The operating room must have an air system that controls:
- Temperature
- Humidity
- Air pressure (positive and negative pressure)
- Air cleanliness
- Air circulation
- Air changes
- Standards for the Lighting System – Proper surgical lighting must be provided for optimal visibility during procedures.
- Standards for the Medical Gas System – The operating room must be equipped with a compliant system for medical gases used during surgery.
- Standards for Wall and Ceiling Systems – Walls and ceilings should be constructed using appropriate materials. Currently, compact laminate with laboratory-grade specification is commonly used.
- Standards for Operating Room Doors – Operating room doors come in various types, such as:
- Hermetic
- Airtight
- Semi-airtight
These doors must support appropriate opening/closing mechanisms and maintain controlled airflow.
- Flooring Standards – The operating room floor should consist of seamless rubber flooring that does not generate static electricity, with a minimum thickness of 2 mm.
