STANDARDS PUBLICATION

KOC RECOMMENDED PRACTICE

FOR

ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN BASIS

DOC. NO. KOC-AR-001 (Rev. 0)

STANDARDS TEAM
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page No.

FOREWORD 4

1.0 SCOPE 5

2.0 APPLICATION 5

3.0 TERMINOLOGY 5
3.1 Definitions 5
3.2 Abbreviations 5

4.0 REFERENCE STANDARDS AND CODES 6

4.1 Conflicts 6
4.2 List of Standards and Codes 6
4.3 KOC Standard Drawings 9
4.4 KOC Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) 9

5.0 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS 10

6.0 HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT 10

7.0 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN REQUIREMENTS 10

7.1 General 10
7.2 Planning and Design Considerations 10
7.3 Space Requirements 18
7.4 Green Building Requirements 32

8.0 DRAFTING AND MODELS REQUIREMENTS 32

8.1 Drafting Standards for Buildings 32
8.2 Symbology 32
8.3 Units of Measurement 32
8.4 Scale 32
8.5 Construction Drawings / Documents 33
8.6 References 33
8.7 3D Perspective Views or Model 33
8.8 Physical Models 33
8.9 Building Information Modelling 33

9.0 FINISHING SCHEDULE 33

10.0 BUILDING DESCRIPTIONS / COMPONENTS 34

10.1 General 34
10.2 Distribution of Prayer Areas / Rooms in Buildings 42

11.0 PROCESS / PLANT / INDUSTRIAL BUILDINGS 42

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12.0 NON-PROCESS / NON-PLANT / NON-INDUSTRIAL BUILDINGS 42

13.0 REFURBISHMENT OF EXISTING BUILDINGS 43

13.1 Introduction 43
13.2 General Factors for Refurbishment / Renovation / Extension 43
13.3 Existing Building Assessment 44

14.0 QUALITY ASSURANCE 45

15.0 DOCUMENTATION 45
15.1 General 45
15.2 Reports 46
15.3 Submittals 46

APPENDIX-1: TYPICAL FINISHING SCHEDULE 48

A.1 Internal Finishes 48
A.2 External Finishes 53

APPENDIX-2: PROCESS / PLANT / INDUSTRIAL BUILDINGS 54

APPENDIX-3: NON-PROCESS / NON-PLANT / NON-INDUSTRIAL BUILDINGS 55

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT 59
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FOREWORD

This document “KOC Recommended Practice for Architectural Design Basis”

(KOC-AR-001) is intended to provide guidelines / general requirements for the architectural
design.

This KOC Recommended Practice has been approved by the Standards Team in
consultation with the ESTC Sub-committee (Technical) for use throughout the Engineering
and Operational Functions of Kuwait Oil Company (K.S.C.).

This Recommended Practice sets out to achieve the following objectives:

a) To provide general technical inputs and guidance for developing project specifications
and design / construction drawings in order to ensure reliable and quality works.

b) To establish and ensure effective, functional spatial design while optimising resources
and promoting sustainability culture in the Company.

c) To unify the facade of KOC Buildings and provide unique image to KOC Buildings.

d) To maintain the Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Management requirements

during design for the protection of personnel, environment and assets ensuring
environmentally sustainable buildings.

Feedback as well as any comments or suggestions derived from the application of this
Recommended Practice at any stage of design, construction, installation, maintenance and
field experiences are invited and shall be directed to:

Team Leader Standards

Chairman, ESTC Sub-committee (Technical)
Projects Support Services Group, K.O.C.
P.O. Box-9758, Ahmadi - 61008
State of Kuwait
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1.0 SCOPE

1.1 This Recommended Practice (RP) specifies the basic technical requirements and
defines the engineering architectural works design basis for KOC buildings.

1.2 It describes minimum aspects shall be considered during design for the preparation
of the architectural contract documents.

1.3 This Recommended Practice shall be used as a guidance to develop complete set
of architectural drawings and documents, which are required to construct, extend
and refurbish the KOC buildings.

1.4 Structures or Shelters, which support or house process equipment are excluded
from the scope of this Recommended Practice.

2.0 APPLICATION

2.1 Architectural design works shall confirm to the requirements of the document and
further shall refer to Codes and Standards mentioned herein.

2.2 Compliance with this KOC Recommended Practice does not of itself confer
immunity from legal or statutory obligations.

2.3 Any exceptions or deviations from this Recommended Practice, along with their
merits and justifications, shall be brought to the attention of KOC’s Controlling Team
for their review, consideration and amendment by Standards Team (if required).

3.0 TERMINOLOGY

3.1 Definitions

For the purposes of this Recommended Practice, the following definition shall apply.

3.1.1 Building Information Modelling (BIM)

Building Information Modelling (BIM) is the creation of a single 3D model for the
project to which the designers, constructors and owners will contribute as well as
its a process focused on the development, use and transfer of a digital information
model of a building project to improve the design, construction and operations of a
project or portfolio of facilities.

3.2 Abbreviations

BIM Building Information Modeling

BMS Building Management System
CAD Computer Aided Design
CAE Computer Aided Engineering
DWG Drawings
ESTC Enhanced Standards Technical Committee
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FFL Finish Floor Level

FSC The Forest Stewardship Council
HCD Human Centered Design
HFE Human Factor Engineering
HSE Health, Safety and Environment
HVAC Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning
KOC Kuwait Oil Company (K.S.C.)
LAN Local Area Network
MCC Motor Control Center
UPS Uninterruptible Power Supply
VOC Volatile Organic Compounds

4.0 REFERENCE STANDARDS AND CODES

4.1 Conflicts

In the event of conflict between this Recommended Practice and the latest edition
of Standards / Codes referred herein, or other purchase or contractual
requirements, the most stringent requirement shall apply. If further clarifications are
required, the subject shall be brought to the attention of KOC Controlling Team.

4.2 List of Standards and Codes

The latest edition of the following Standards, Codes and specifications (including
amendment, if any) shall apply:

4.2.1 International / National Standards and Codes

Kuwait National Codes

Kuwait Parking Manual
Kuwait Ministry MEW/R-6 (Energy Conservation Program Code of Practice)
Municipality Code
Ministry of Endowments (MOE) Code
Ministry of Public Works (MPW) Code
United States Codes
International Building Code (IBC)
International Mechanical Code (IMC)
International Fire Code (IFC)
International Plumbing Code (IPC)
International Energy Conservation Code (IECC)
International Private Sewage Disposal Code (IPSDC)
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International Standards
American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA)
American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists (AATCC)
American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI)
American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers
(ASHRAE)
Architectural Graphic Standards (The American Institute of Architects)
Architectural Time Savers Standards
British Standards Institution (BSI)
Ceilings and Interior Systems Construction Association (CISCA)
Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Door and Access Systems Manufacturer's Association (DASMA)
Door and Hardware Institute (DHI)
Factory Mutual Engineering Corporation (FMEC)
Factory Mutual Research Corporation (FMRC)
Federal Specifications (FED SPEC)
Federal Standards (Fed-STD)
Flat Glass Marketing Association (FGMA)
GS-11 (Green Seal Standard for Paints, Coatings, Stains and Sealers)
GS-36 (Green Seal Standard for Adhesives for Commecial Use).
International Council of Building Officials (ICBO)
International Existing Building Code (IEBC)
International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
Metric Handbook: Planning & Design Data
National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)
National Woodwork Manufacturers Association (NWMA)
Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL)
Neufert Architect’s Data ebook
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
Steel Door Institute (SDI)
Steel Structures Painting Council (SSPC)
The Laboratory Products Association (LPA)
Tile Council of North America (TCNA)
UL-2818 (GREENGUARD Certification Program for Chemical Emissions for
Building Materials, Finishes and Furnishings)
United States Gypsum (USG)
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4.2.2 KOC Standards

KOC-AR-002 KOC Standard for Architectural Finishes

KOC-C-001 KOC Standard for Basic Civil Engineering Design Data
KOC-C-002 KOC Recommended Practice for Engineering Design
Basis of Civil and Structural Work
KOC-C-005 KOC Standard for Materials and Workmanship - Site
Preparation and Earth Works
KOC-C-006 KOC Standard for Concrete Work - Materials and
Construction
KOC-C-007 KOC Standard for Structural Steel Work-Materials,
Fabrication and Erection
KOC-C-008 KOC Standard for Masonry Works and Plastering -
Materials and Workmanship
KOC-C-023 KOC Standard for Grouting for Bases - Materials and
Workmanship
KOC-C-024 Part 1 KOC Standard for Materials and Workmanship -
Roadways, Paving and Hard Standing: Part 1: Flexible
Pavement
KOC-C-024 Part 2 KOC Standard for Materials and Workmanship -
Roadways, Paving and Hard Standing: Part 2:
Miscellaneous Works & Rigid Pavement
KOC-C-025 KOC Recommended Practice for Drainage Systems -
Design, Materials and Construction
KOC-C-030 KOC Recommended Practice for Blast Resistant Design
of Buildings
KOC-C-035 KOC Standard for Porta Cabins
KOC-E-017 KOC Recommended Practice for Lighting and Small
Power Supply Systems
KOC-E-024 KOC Recommended Practice for Earthing and Bonding
KOC-G-001 KOC Recommended Practice for Green Buildings (New &
Existing)
KOC-G-007 KOC Standard for Basic Design Data
KOC-G-019 Part 2 KOC Standard for Security Systems: Part 2: Security
Fences, Gates, Road Blockers, Vehicle Barriers, New
Buildings and Guard Houses
KOC-G-019 Part 3 KOC Standards for Security Systems: Part 3: Electronic
Security Systems for All KOC Facilities
KOC-L-002 KOC Recommended Practice for the Protection of KOC
Services: Clearance Requirements for Buried Pipelines,
Cables, Underground Structures, Buildings and Housing
Projects
KOC-L-006 KOC Standard for Fire & Gas Detection Equipment
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KOC-L-009 KOC Standard for Fire Protection Systems and Safety

Equipment
KOC-L-020 KOC Standard for Fire Protection in Non-Plant Buildings
KOC-L-025 KOC Recommended Practice for Scaffolding
KOC-L-028 KOC Recommended Practice for Plant Layout
KOC-L-030 KOC Standard for Plant and Equipment Noise Control
KOC-L-036 KOC Recommended Practice for Design, Selection and
Location of Fire & Gas Detection System
KOC-MH-001 KOC Standard for HVAC System and Equipment: Direct
Expansion (DX) Type
KOC-T-001 KOC Recommended Practice for Telecommunication and
Local Area Network (LAN) Infrastructure for Buildings
KOC-T-008 KOC Recommended Practice for Installation Optical Fibre
Cable
KOC-Q-014 KOC Standard for Project QA / QC Requirements

4.3 KOC Standard Drawings

55-02-6 Site Office "Type A" Plan and Section

55-02-7 Site Office "Type B" Plan and Section
55-02-8 General Site Layout for Office "Type A", Workshop and
Store Area
55-02-9 General Site Layout for Office "Type B", Workshop and
Store Area
55-02-10 Site Office "Type C" Plan, Elevation and Section
55-02-11 Foundations & Details for Brick Wall & Block Wall
55-02-12 Wall Types and Details
55-02-60 Steel Ladder Details for Access to Building Parapets
55-02-88 Security Guard House Ground Floor, Roof & Ceiling Plan
55-02-89 Security Guard House Building Elevations & Section
55-02-90 Security Guard House Door, Window & Finishing Schedule
EG-DO-C-001 Engineering Drawing Practice Code

4.4 KOC Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

KPC HSSE Policy

KOC.HE.009 Ergonomics Procedure
KOC.HE.010 Indoor Air Quality Management Procedure
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5.0 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

5.1 The environmental conditions in Kuwait are severe and shall be considered
carefully for selection and installation of materials. Due regard shall be given to the
consistently high levels of solar radiation experienced in Kuwait, which may develop
surface temperatures of over 80 C (176 F) in exposed metals. The atmosphere
shall be considered to be dusty, corrosive and humid with extreme ambient
temperature. The atmosphere may also contain traces of H2S / SOx / NOx gases
and airborne chemical contaminants.

5.2 Refer to KOC-G-007 “KOC Standard for Basic Design Data” which provides the
relevant information regarding the environmental, site and utility supply conditions
prevailing throughout the KOC Facilities.

6.0 HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT

All applicable HSE requirements as per the relevant National and International
Standards shall be considered during the design of the buildings, especially
consideration of environmentally sustainable requirements.

7.0 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN REQUIREMENTS

7.1 General

a) Professional architectural design shall be used for the buildings to create an

energy efficient, usable and environment friendly building / facility.

b) Materials used shall be of good quality. While satisfying all functional

requirements under any possible combination of environmental conditions, the
objectives shall be to provide simplicity, reliability while ensuring low
maintenance, interchangeability of equipment, easy inspection, cleaning and
repair. Building shall be designed to operate satisfactorily under all climatic
conditions and especially with sand storms, heavy rainfall, high solar gain &
radiation.

c) The buildings shall be designed and constructed to house the staff including
physicaly challenged persons and / or equipment in order to meet all the
requirements of functionality, operation, safety, security, emergency response
and evacuation, convenience, accessibility, ergonomics, cost effectiveness,
preservation and sustainability aspects.

7.2 Planning and Design Considerations

7.2.1 General

a) Considerations should to given to various aspects such as but not limited to

passive energy conservation, personal comfort from harsh environment, water
conservation, effective functioning, proper use of spaces, adequate
clearances for equipment, proper access, operations and maintenance
requirements in future as per Manufacturer's written instruction, relevant
codes & standards.
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b) One of the most important considerations in designing a new project in Ahmadi

township area shall be to match with Ahmadi Theme / Heritage in facade
concept design such as:

(i) using clay brick or sand lime brick claddings for external walls;

(ii) pitched roof with clay roof tiles or flat concrete roof with clay roof tiles
installed in sloping pattern along external perimeter of building’s parapet
and;

(iii) using other miscellaneous architectural design elements such as

pediments, columns, molds, cornices etc. which reflect Ahmadi heritage.

c) All the requirements of ergonomics / Human Factor Engineering (HFE) shall be

considered in the design of buildings.

d) For Control Rooms, a detailed study shall be performed to satisfy all Human
Centered Design (HCD) requirements including but not limited to the following:

(i) Efficient and reliable working and movement within control room.

(ii) High levels of concentration and sustained working.

(iii) Providing a work environment that makes it easy to follow KOC

procedures.

(iv) Avoiding HSE risks and providing an acceptable and comfortable

working environment.

(v) Human Machine Interface to be designed to minimise the human error

and easy to identify the warning signal.

e) The study shall cover the layout, spaces, access, functional areas,
communication, workstation / seating, console design, furniture, lighting, noise-
control, HVAC, colour / texture of walls, flooring / ceiling, finishes material, fire
& smoke detection, fire fighting, emergency evacuation etc. consideration for
future expansion and practical connection to the existing facilities.

7.2.2 Design Fundamentals - Building Offsets and Sand Protection

a) All buildings shall maintain a minimum offset of 8.0 m from adjacent street
kerbstone for the building front side and a minimum of 2.0 m from adjacent
buildings in rear and sides.

b) Sand Protection

Type of sand / dust protection measures shall be decided based on the location
of structures / buildings / equipment and their criticality.
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(i) Subject to project requirements, for mega complex buildings which are
located in desert area, a study and execution plan shall be carried out
for the plantation of a green belt within the reserved space for the project
in order to minimise dust / desertification impacts to building occupants.

(ii) Subject to project requirements, for other buildings / projects which are
located in desert area, a minimum of 2.0 m high cluster of trees should
be planted 1.0 m after the fence (outside) to minimise dust /
desertification impacts to building occupants, taking into consideration
all security requirements or any other suitable measures approved by
KOC.

7.2.3 Design Fundamentals - Site Planning

a) The site planning shall be in accordance with the applicable KOC Standards,
Kuwait Local Standards and International Standards, whichever is more
stringent shall apply. Site planning of buildings shall take into account all
aspects like existing site context, land use, inter-relationship of the buildings
with the whole system, traffic and road network, safety regulations, service
network, fire & safety, climatic and environmental aspects, site conditions like
site dimension, contours, sewage, surface drainage, noise control level,
visibility, future expansion, visual aspects, privacy of occupants (especially for
residential buildings), etc.

b) Main and service / maintenance entrances of buildings shall be provided with

vehicular access. Parking space in accordance with traffic load shall be
provided to all buildings. Road network and open space around the buildings
shall be designed considering movement and functioning of fire tenders.

c) Climatic factors like prevailing wind direction, solar geometry shall be taken into
account in orienting the building. Orientation of building shall also consider easy
access to the main entrance, heavy rainfall, noise and smell propagation, views
and visual effect from various directions.

d) Sufficient outdoor open spaces shall be provided in the vicinity of buildings for
landscaping and recreation / sports (if required). Open spaces in and around
buildings shall be proportional to the height of the structure.

e) Site plan shall also taken into account of landscaping aspects. The inherent
characteristics of site, such as contours, land form, vegetation and terrain shall
be fully utilised in the design.

f) Appropriate minimum distances shall be maintained between the buildings

based on the type and use of the building to address aspects like access,
safety, privacy & outlook, noise etc. all in accordance with the applicable KOC
Standards and local codes. Also emergency evacuation to be considered in
designing the distance between buildings (Wide enough for all building
occupants to safely evacuate).

g) The clearance requirement of the buildings from the buried pipelines, cables,
underground structure shall be studied and building location at site shall be
suitably selected.
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h) The adjacent oil and chemical plants shall be considered in the design while
deciding the location of the building in the plant areas. The hazard assessment
of each plant operation shall be used to help establish the layout or orientation
of blocks within the plant. Sub-divide the overall site into general areas
dedicated to process units, utilities, services and offices.

i) Servicing and loading areas in buildings should be located at the rear or side
of buildings avoiding public view from main road / main entrances. Access to
servicing and loading areas should preferably be provided from secondary
roads to avoid traffic concerns.

7.2.4 Building Elevations

a) Buildings located within Ahmadi township area shall not exceed Three (3)
floors and the elevation / height of the buildings shall not exceed the height of
the KOC Main office building.

b) Residential buildings shall not exceed One (1) floor (with attic space used for
utilities purposes only).

c) Height of the external fence for residential buildings shall not exceed 3 m,
while other buildings fence shall be constructed as per KOC security
requirements and Security Vulnerability Assessment (SVA).

7.2.5 Requirements for Physically Challenged People

a) Ramps for Building Entrance

Slope % Length (m) Height (cm)

1:20 5.00 9 45

1:16 6.25 8 50

1:14 7.14 5 35

1:12 8.33 2 15

(i) The minimum clear width of a one way ramp shall be 1000 mm and a
two way ramp 2000 mm.

(ii) Handrails shall be installed on both sides of the ramp and the ramp
handrail shall extend 400 mm into the platform. Handrail height shall be
in between 850 mm to 950 mm except for curb ramps and ramps with
rise / height of 150 mm or less.

(iii) The maximum length of the ramp shall be 9 m for single span.

(iv) The minimum width of the platform shall be 1800 mm.

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b) Car Parking for Physically Challenged People

Reserved parking for physically challenged people shall be provided only in

public buildings close to the main entrance / elevator of the building along with
special signs. The number of parking spaces shall be 2 % of the total number
of car parking upto a total 150 parking and 1 % shall be given for more than
150 parking spaces.

(i) The minimum area of the car bay shall be 24 m² (4 m – width x 6 m -

length).

(ii) Provide a ramp adjacent to the car bay with minimum width of 900 mm.

(iii) All buildings must allow 1.2 m safe distance from front and rear sides for
the safe movement of physically challenged people.

(iv) Roads adjacent to the parking for physically challenged people shall be
3.9 m for one way streets and 7.2 m for two way streets.

c) Walkways

Provide a rough surface and avoid any ground obstacles on the walkway. In
case where manholes are used, the manhole cover shall be at same level of
the walkway. The minimum width of the walkway shall be 2.5 m from the car
parking to the main entrance. Sunshade for walkways shall be provided.

d) Toilets

For all buildings, one male & one female toilet on each floor shall be provided
and equipped with all necessary accessories / fittings for physically challenged
people.

(i) Provide an obstacles free clear space of 1600 mm diameter for ease of
access at the entrance and exit of the toilet.

(ii) Doors shall open outwards, the minimum width of the door shall be
900 mm, provide push plate at a height of 300 mm – 400 mm from the
floor level.

(iii) Toilet stall along with all necessary fittings shall be fixed at a height of
750 mm - 1250 mm.

(iv) Dimensions of toilet:

Minimum clear inner length & width shall be 2200 mm & 1500 mm
respectively.

(v) The toilet accessories shall include but not limited to the below:

Wash basin, grab bar, toilet bowl, flip-up grab bar, mirror, toilet roll, hand
air dryer, coat hooks, trash bins, toilet paper dispenser, liquid soap
dispenser and paper towel dispenser.
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e) Doors

(i) The minimum width of doors shall be 900 mm equipped with pushing
plate 300 mm - 400 mm from the floor level to avoid scratching of doors.

(ii) All emergency doors shall open outwards and provide ramps.

(iii) Maximum height of thresholds for doors shall be 10 mm.

f) Elevators

(i) Provide a clear zone of 2000 mm x 2000 mm adjacent to the elevator

free from any obstacles, the minimum dimension of the elevator cabinet
shall be 1300 mm x 1000 mm with a minimum door opening of 900 mm.

(ii) The height of “calling button” shall be fixed at a range of 750 mm -

1200 mm from floor level.

(iii) The height of “emergency button” inside the cabinet shall be fixed at a
range of 750 mm -1200 mm from floor level.

7.2.6 Lighting and Natural Ventilation

Established level of illumination as per relevant KOC Standard shall be maintained

for all parts of the building by providing windows, skylights, reflected lighting etc.
Established level of natural ventilation as per codes and standards in terms of air
changes per hour shall be maintained for all spaces including basement. Natural
ventilation shall also be supplemented by mechanical means of ventilation in all
occupied rooms. Forced ventilation in toilet / showers, battery rooms and the like shall
be provided based on the nature of utility and height of partition. Natural and forced
ventilation shall be planned in a way to ensure no accumulation of toxic gas or dust
or smell / odours in one area.

a) Indoor Lighting

(i) The lighting design shall integrate and align with the building envelope
design (i.e. window fenestration) in order to leverage optimal use of
daylight and achieve energy savings and comfort.

(ii) The lighting system shall achieve desired efficiency, flexibility of use,
easy maintenance in line with the use of the space and minimum
illumination requirements as per the relevant KOC Standards and
International Codes.

(iii) The lighting design shall include appropriate selection of light fixture
(luminaire) type, lighting control, illumination levels, location as per the
type & use of the building / space, while avoiding glare & over-lighting to
maximise opportunities for energy conservation.
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b) Outdoor lighting (for parking areas, street lighting, external building, landscape
& signage).
(i) The lighting design shall provide cohesive and homogeneous
illumination to ensure adequate light levels for safety and uniformity
while avoiding glare, over lighting, light trespass and sky glow.
(ii) Landscape lighting shall be carefully shielded to avoid view of light
source and sky glow where applicable. The design shall be in line with
IESNA design guide.
(iii) The light fixtures shall be appropriate style for architectural design of the
building, reflect the architectural language and enhance the aesthetics
of the building & its context.
c) Specially for guard house, the lighting ratio of outside to inside shall be 7:1 for
clear visibility during night.
7.2.7 Landscaping and Paving Around Buildings
a) Subject to project requirements, the outdoor soft landscape area including
trees and shrubs shall be 25 % of the proposed development area fitted with
water efficient irrigation system around non-process / non-plant / non-
industrial buildings for purpose of enhancing building design, public views and
spaces, providing buffers, transitions and screening. Outdoor landscape shall
be fitted with chairs, lights and walkways whenever applicable. Residential
buildings shall have a minimum of 25 % of the building footprint as front and
rear garden areas.
b) Subject to project requirements, unused areas, within project boundary, not
intended for a specific use or planned for future phases or area which are
neither asphalted nor covered by paving blocks shall be landscaped with
existing natural vegetation, native grasses or 100 mm thickness natural gravel
to be laid evenly and compacted to the required levels as directed by KOC.
7.2.8 Essential Building Services
Following essential services shall be provided, unless specified otherwise in the
contract documents.
a) Water Supply & Distribution, Drainage and Sanitary Services.

All buildings with human occupancy shall have toilets / pantries with both hot
and cold water facilities. Drinking water shall be provided outside and away from
the toilets within an enclosure. Water meters shall be provided for each building
to monitor water usage.
(i) Necessary arrangement shall be made for collection of surface drainage
i.e. from roads, walkways, open yards, car park & roof drainage and can
be discharged directly to storm water system.
(ii) Sanitary sewage from the buildings shall be collected and treated in
accordance with KOC-C-025 “KOC Recommended Practice for Drainage
Systems - Design, Materials and Construction”. All service pipes routed
on the external wall shall be suitably concealed.
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b) Electrical Services
Electrical services for buildings consists of electrical supply, distribution, internal
& external lighting systems, exhaust fans, earthing & lightning protection
systems, including all their accessories, cabling systems etc. shall be in
accordance with relevant KOC Electrical Standards. Electrical meters shall be
fitted to measure and record electricity demand and consumption of electricity
used in specific areas / individual equipment of workshop.
c) Air Conditioning System

(i) Air Conditioning systems shall be designed to provide temperature and

humidity controlled environment for personnel, equipment and
instruments. The design of the system shall cater for the adverse desert
environments with very fine sand and high humid conditions and possible
ingress of toxic gas (H2S) into the building.

(ii) Occupancy schedule shall be considered according to the type of building

usage during design and selection of air conditioning equipment such that
air conditioning system shall not be in operation on full load during un-
occuppied period. Furthermore, recommendations of MEW/R-6 shall be
mandatory for all HVAC Design submittals and Energy Modeling report
shall be provided to ensure compliance with ASHRAE 90.1. To achieve
thermal comfort in buildings, projects shall adhere to ASHRAE 55 &
approved addendum.

d) Fire & Gas Detection and Fire Protection System

(i) Fire detection and alarm system shall be provided with heat detectors,
smoke detectors, flame detectors, air sampling smoke detection, manual
fire call points along with combination of audio / visual alarms, flammable
gas and toxic gas detectors in air inlet ducts, humidity and temperature
sensors for laboratories. Hydrogen gas detector shall be provided in
battery rooms. Such system shall have control panel as an integral part
of the system.
(ii) Fire protection system for buildings shall consist of portable fire
extinguishers, fire hose reels / cabinets, fire hydrant, fire water network,
dry risers etc. with dedicate fire water pump house as specified for each
building type in fire protection design philosophy and relevant KOC
Standards. A clean agent based automatic fire extinguishing system
shall be used where water based fire extinguishing media may not be
suitable for buildings / locations such as electrical substation, computer
rooms, etc.
e) Building Management System (BMS)
Where a Building Management System (BMS) or Central Control and
monitoring system is installed as per project requirements, all meters shall be
connected to allow real-time profiling and management of energy consumption.
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f) Other Services

The services shall be provided in accordance with the project requirements

which shall include but not limited to the following:

(i) Closed Circuit Television System (CCTV).

(ii) Telephone system.

(iii) Personnel access control system.

(iv) Public address system.

(v) Telecommunication system.

(vi) Gas detection system.

7.3 Space Requirements

Space requirements for a building or structure shall be decided based on the

functions of the building and consequent occupancy pattern, equipment layout etc.
Spaces which shall be provided in all the buildings / sheds can be generally classified
as follows:

7.3.1 Functional Spaces

Functional spaces of any building are the space required by the occupants (the
requesting / end user KOC Teams) to perform the required activities to be executed
in that specific building. Various spaces / rooms shall be sized suitably and shall be
integrated logically to generate the overall building layout plan based on the following
considerations:

a) Activities.

b) Site conditions i.e. dimensions, contours, etc.

c) Considering the orientation along with climatic conditions.

d) Safety regulations.

e) Ergonomics.

f) Acoustics.

g) Services and utilities.

h) Security.

i) Cost effectiveness.

j) Aesthetics.
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k) Emergency evacuation.

l) Views and outlook.

m) All other established architectural design parameters.

n) Any other specific requirements.

7.3.2 Circulation Spaces

Circulation spaces required for integrating various types of spaces and as means of
access / egress etc. shall be provided as per project requirements for the building
and mainly consisting of:

a) Corridors and passages.

b) Staircases.

c) Entrance lobby and waiting areas.

d) Walkways.

e) Equipment loading / unloading platform.

f) Emergency exits.

g) Elevators / escalators.

h) Any other specific requirements.

7.3.3 Amenity Spaces

Amenity spaces shall be provided as per project requirements for the building,
depending on gender, designation and number of building users / occupants and
mainly consisting of:

a) Toilet (Gents & Ladies).

b) Drinking Water Facility.

c) Locker and Change room.

d) Wash room.

e) Pantry.

f) Prayer room.

g) Ablution area.

h) Store room.
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i) Photocopy and printer room.

j) Filing / Document Control room.

k) Cleaner's / Janitor room.

l) Garden area for residential houses.

m) Any other specific requirements.

7.3.4 Utility Spaces

Utility spaces required for utility services like air-conditioning, electrical, telecom etc.
shall be provided as per project requirements for the building and mainly consisting
of:

a) HVAC room.

b) Electrical switchboards, Control panels, Annunciation panels, Marshalling

panels, UPSs, distribution boards room, etc.

c) LAN / Telecom equipment room.

d) Battery room.

e) Security equipment room.

f) Any other specific requirements.

7.3.5 Parking

a) Spaces

The number of parking spaces shall be decided based on the following:

Building Type Number of Parking Spaces

1 Parking area for each office & Workstation + 5 % of total spaces for Visitors
Administration buildings
+ 5 % for Carpool and VIP (Refer Note-1)
Residential buildings Minimum 2 Parking Spaces
Mosque 20 % of maximum capacity
Hospitals 1.50 Parking area per bed
Retail & Services 1 for every 40 m²
Note-1:
Number of parking for Control building and Administration building inside the fields shall be computed
based on the project requirements.
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Dedicated parking shall be considered for higher management in all administration

buildings as per project requirements. Following spaces shall be provided as per
specific building services, based on user preference and project requirements:
(i) Reserved parking.
(ii) Employee parking.
(iii) Visitor parking.
(iv) Parking for physically challenged.
(v) Truck or bus parking.
(vi) Bicycle stands near public buildings / recreational areas.
Minimum parking sizes shall be as follows:

Sl. No. Description Parking Sizes

1 Unshaded Car Parking 3.0 m x 6.0 m
2 Single Bay Shaded Car Parking 3.0 m x 6.0 m
3 Double Bay Shaded Car Parking 6.0 m x 6.0 m
4 Mini Bus / Truck Parking 3.0 m x 9.0 m
5 Coaches (60 Seats) 3.5 m x 14.0 m

b) Parking Design Considerations

(i) Locate the parking areas convenient to building entrances.
(ii) Align rows of parking spaces perpendicular to the facility to minimise
the number of pedestrian aisle crossing.

(iii) Provide access points and crosswalks from parking areas to facility
entries.
(iv) Parking spaces for a facility shall not be more than 75 m from the facility
entrance.
(v) Parking spaces shall be shaded with cantilever type for offices and
recreational buildings.
(vi) Locate entrances and exits away from busy intersections.
(vii) Locate aisles and rows of parking parallel to the long dimension of the
site with parking on each side of an aisle.
(viii) The minimum setback between parking area curbing and facility walls
is 6.0 m and parking area entrances & exits from roadway intersection
is 15 m - 45 m.
(ix) Parking area pavement slopes shall be in accordance with
KOC-C-002 “KOC Recommended Practice for Engineering Design
Basis of Civil and Structural Work”.
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(x) Storm water collection shall depend on the size of the parking area.
Preferably, shall be collected through circulation aisle in between the
parked areas (stalls).

(xi) The radius of a parking entry or exit should be at least 4 m. The parking
radius should be 13 m when it is expected to use by buses or tractor
trailers. Interior radii for perimeter curbing and islands can be reduced
to 2 m. Inside turning radius of at least 4 m on all internal vehicle
circulation aisles.

(xii) Designate the pedestrian walkway toward the entrance of building to

be separated from vehicle movement.

7.3.6 Finished Floor Levels

In general, finished floor level of buildings shall be determined with respect to top
of approach road or pavement. For more detail on finished floor level KOC-C-002
“KOC Recommended Practice for Engineering Design Basis of Civil and Structural
Work” shall be referred.

7.3.7 Steps and Ramps

The minimum width of platform parallel to the door shall be 1200 mm or maximum
door width + 400 mm and minimum length of platform shall be same as the door
width and shall be provided in between entrance door and steps / ramps. This shall
not be applicable for the main entrance of a building that may require larger width
and length of the platform. The following dimensions for the steps / ramps should
be adhered to:

Sl.
Description Steps and Ramps Sizes
No.
280 mm (minimum) for non-process / non-plant / non-industrial buildings.
1 Tread
For process / plant / industrial buildings, KOC-C-007 shall be referred.
150 mm to 160 mm (maximum) (up to 180 mm for fire stair) for non-process
2 Riser / non-plant / non-industrial buildings. For process / plant / industrial
buildings, KOC-C-007 shall be referred.
Stair or staircase flight 1000 mm (minimum) for non-process / non-plant / non-industrial buildings.
3
width & ramp width For process / plant / industrial buildings, KOC-C-007 shall be referred.
4 Clear width of landing 1200 mm (minimum).
Number of risers per 13 nos. (maximum) for non-process / non-plant / non-industrial buildings.
5
flight For process / plant / industrial buildings, KOC-C-007 shall be referred.
Vehicular ramp slope 7 % in general. However, the slope can be increased up to 12 % in case
6
(maximum) of limitation of available space.
a) For upto 750 mm rise - provide slope / gradient 1 (v):12 (h) (max. length
of ramp not to exceed 9 m - provide intermediate landing (min. 1200
mm to 1500 mm wide) after 9 m length.
Pedestrian ramp slope
7
(maximum) b) For more than 750 mm rise - provide slope / gradient 1 (v):16 (h) (with
max. length of ramp not to exceed 12 m - provide intermediate landing
(min. 1200 mm to 1500 mm wide) after 12 m length.
8 Handrail height Height shall be 1000 mm (minimum) above finish floor level.
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7.3.8 Spaces and Room Dimensions

Size of various types of space requirements shall be decided based on occupancy

/ equipment / panel / furniture layout, clearance, maintenance, safety & ventilation
and space use. The followings should be adhered to:

a) In General Buildings:

Room / Spaces Sizes Minimum Clear Sizes or Widths

Offices Refer Table-1 of this Recommended Practice
a) 55 m2 (minimum) up to for 20 persons and more.

b) 40 m2 (minimum) up to 15 persons.
Conference room
c) 25 m2 (minimum) up to 10 persons.

Approximate area per person is 2.5 m 2

Telecom room For details of telecom room KOC-T-001 shall be referred.
Passage / corridor in the open offices
1200 mm (minimum)
(workstations)
Single loaded passages / corridors
1400 mm (minimum)
(rooms on one side of corridor)
Double loaded passages / corridors
1800 mm
(rooms on both sides of corridor)
Toilet cubicles in common toilets 1200 mm x 1600 mm
Showers 1200 mm x 1800 mm
1800 mm x 2400 mm
Bathrooms
The bathroom includes (shower / bathtub, toilet and wash basin)
300 mm – 350 mm wide x 500 mm – 550 mm depth x 1800 mm –
Lockers 2000 mm high (minimum). (Number of lockers shall be decided
based on number of employee and number of shifts )
Air lock lobby 2000 mm x width / breadth same as corridor
Entrance landing & steps 2000 mm wide (minimum)
Paved walkway around buildings 1000 mm (minimum)
Parapets shall be of reinforced concrete for all buildings with
minimum 500 mm high for non-accessible roof and 1000 mm high
Parapet height (minimum) for accessible roof from highest roof finished level,
taking into consideration to hide / invisible the above roof
equipment such as ac machines etc.
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b) In residential buildings:

Room / Spaces Sizes Minimum Clear Sizes or Widths

Bed rooms 10 m2 (minimum) (minimum width of 3 m)
Kitchen 7.50 m2 (minimum) (minimum width of 2 m)
Bathrooms 4.0 m2 (minimum) (minimum width of 1.75 m)
Toilets 1.50 m2 (minimum) (minimum width of 1.20 m)
Corridors 1.20 m (minimum width)

7.3.9 Minimum False Ceiling Heights: (Measured from Finish Floor Level)

All height dimensions are to underside of ceiling or beams, whichever is at the lower
level:

Type of Room Minimum Height from Finished Floor Level

Office rooms 2700 mm to 3000 mm (minimum)
Control room, computer rooms 3000 mm to 3200 mm (minimum)
Height of false ceiling is 2400 mm for cubicle & 2800 mm for
Toilets, wash / locker rooms etc.
common toilet (minimum)
Corridors 2700 mm to 3000 mm (minimum)
Electrical substation In accordance with KOC-C-002
Cellar for substation In accordance with KOC-C-002
Minimum 1000 mm from soffit of slab or 750 mm from soffit of
Space above false ceiling
beam (whichever is higher)
Residential dwellings 3000 mm clear height (minimum)

7.3.10 Door Dimensions

Door dimensions shall be increased to accommodate installation and access for

equipment as required by equipment manufacturer’s guidelines, building codes and
regulatory authorities having jurisdiction.

Door dimension in buildings such as warehouses, workshops, fire and safety

building shall be verified to suit space / access requirements of forklift, trucks and
any other specific requirements.

All doors over 2200 mm high can be provided with removable transoms panel of
sufficient size to suit all plant access and removal, subject to KOC approval.

a) Minimum Clear Openings of Internal Doors

Door Location Size of Door

First aid facilities for passage of stretcher only 1500 mm wide x 2200 mm high (minimum)
Instrument shop 1600 mm wide x 2200 mm high (minimum)
Between electrical shop and mechanical shop 2000 mm wide x 2200 mm high (minimum)
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Door Location Size of Door

Control room between instrument and electrical room 1800 mm wide x 2500 mm high (minimum)
Between warehouse and bulk store 1800 mm wide x 3000 mm high (minimum)
One door in each laboratory room shall be large enough 2500 mm wide x 2200 mm high (minimum)
for bringing fume cupboards etc. inside room
Toilets and showers 800 mm wide x 2200 mm high (minimum)
Other doors (for offices & residential buildings) 900 mm wide x 2200 mm high (minimum)

b) Minimum Clear Openings of External Doors

Door Location Size of Door

Main entrance of offices, training and
2000 mm wide x 2200 mm high (minimum)
first aid rooms
Control Room
1800 mm wide x 2500 mm high (or) to allow the largest
Equipment entrance
equipment size (whichever is greater) (minimum)
All other doors 1000 mm wide x 2200 mm high (minimum)
Workshops and warehouses 3000 mm wide x 3000 mm high (minimum)
Storage for heavy field tools rigging
1800 mm wide x 3000 mm high (minimum)
equipment
Substations and Operator Rooms:
1800 mm wide x 2500 mm high (or) to allow the largest
Equipment entrance
equipment size (whichever is greater) (minimum)
Personnel entrance 1000 mm wide x 2200 mm high (minimum)
Switchgear room 3000 mm wide x 3000 mm high (minimum)
Gas cylinder room 2500 mm wide x 3000 mm high (minimum)
Battery room 2500 mm wide x 3000 mm high (minimum)
HVAC room 2500 mm wide x 3000 mm high (minimum)
Other external doors 1000 mm wide x 2200 mm high (minimum)
Other Service Buildings
1800 mm wide x 2500 mm high (or) to allow the largest
Pump room, chiller room etc.
equipment size (whichever is greater) (minimum)

7.3.11 Windows

a) The windows shall be suitably located to provide views to the outdoors for light
& visual relief with 50 %, 75 % & 90 % of external wall area as glazed openings
on suitable facades, where feasible within the constraints of the environment.
Blast resistant buildings shall be typically without windows in line with the
recommendation of KOC-C-030 “KOC Recommended Practice for Blast
Resistant Design of Buildings”.

b) Non-blast resistant buildings which are located inside oil fields in that case all
external windows of the buildings should be fixed closed type because of dust,
safety (H2S and other harmful gas leaks) and security reasons.
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c) Appearance, function, heat gain & loss, maintenance & operation, safety,
structural requirements and stability against environment shall be considered
while designing the size of the window and selecting window glazing. Sill of
windows shall be as per engineering design requirements. Where mullion are
provided for windows, in such cases design of mullion shall be decorative.
Windows shall be designed with suitable sealing to avoid dust ingress into the
room.

7.3.12 Amenities, Facilities and Accessories

a) Workplace amenities (fitness room, recreation rooms, etc.) and facilities shall
be provided for the health, welfare and personal hygiene needs of employees
as per project requirements. They shall include toilets, shelter, seating, dining
rooms, change rooms, drinking water, personal storage and washing facilities.
They shall also include work environment facilities such as workspace,
temperature and air quality, lighting and flooring.

b) The provision of appropriate workplace amenities and facilities is important for

the basic health and welfare of employees as required by KOC HSE
documents.

c) Provide adequate visual aids and building specialities such as writing

surfaces, tack boards and tack “walls”, projection screens, sufficient functional
cabinets and millwork as determined during detail design.

d) The prayer and ablution rooms (Male and Female) shall be provided for the
buildings as per project requirements.

e) The following accessories shall be provided but not limited to the below:

(i) Wall clocks.

(ii) Trash bins.

(iii) Planters (along with the plant as approved by KOC).

(iv) White boards and tack boards for the offices.

(v) Pen and paper holders.

(vi) Book and file holders.

7.3.13 Interior Furnishings

The aesthetics, quality of the interior furnishings and graphics shall be good quality,
commercial design with clean lines, high-tech appearance and shall feature
durability, strength and comfort. This applies to:

a) Interior wall, partition wall and ceiling finishes.

b) Interior floor finishes.

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c) Upholstered furniture.

d) Laboratory furniture.

e) Workshop & Ware house equipment / furniture.

f) Miscellaneous furniture.

7.3.14 Life Safety, Security & Exits

The building design shall incorporate safety & security measures to meet the design
criteria, relevant codes and project requirements as applicable.

a) Safety

Designs for buildings shall adequately provide life safety features relative to
fire, natural calamities, collapse and aid life safety in similar emergencies. The
designs shall incorporate but not limited to the following:

(i) Required exits at proper locations.

(ii) Required security alarm devices.

(iii) Audible and visual fire and smoke alarms.

(iv) Appropriate fire rated assemblies and materials.

(v) Appropriate fire rated doors, windows, walls and glazing etc. which shall
be in accordance with KOC-C-001 “KOC Standard for Basic Civil
Engineering Design Data”.

(vi) Access security code for doors.

(vii) Appropriate signage and graphics both for building identification and
interiors in both Arabic and English language.

(viii) Fire protection and detection system, fire fighting & safety equipment.

(ix) Emergency lighting systems as per KOC-E-017 “KOC Recommended

Practice for Lighting and Small Power Supply Systems”.

(x) Emergency evacuation arrow sign, emergency alarm button, panic bar
door and AED (Automated External Defibrillator).

(xi) Safety and first aid in each labs.

b) Security

Security risk mitigation measures shall be addressed through appropriate

building design. The security services needs to be considered based on the
project requirements as applicable but not limited to the following:

(i) Access control systems.

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(ii) Video surveillance systems.

(iii) Door intercommunication systems.

(iv) Intrusion detection systems.

(v) Security lighting.

(vi) Security screens and fences.

(vii) Secure parking.

(viii) Radio communication systems.

c) Emergency Exits

(i) Emergency exits shall be provided for all buildings, including individual
functional spaces such as console area and MCC area, etc. Minimum
Two (2) numbers of emergency exits including the entry door at each
floor shall be located in such a manner that escape route is direct,
unobstructed.

(ii) The two emergency exits shall be remote from each other and preferably
not facing any potential blast source. An equipment access door fitted
with a panic bar may act as an emergency exit for personnel.

(iii) Protected corridors / staircases shall be provided as escape route to the

emergency exits. Escape routes and emergency exits shall be in
accordance with Kuwait Fire Service Directorate (KFSD) regulations and
Block / Zone wise evacuation route plan shall be hanged on the walls in
each corridor.

(iv) Spiral stair, sliding door and revolving doors, lifts, cat ladders etc. shall
not be permitted as emergency exits.

(v) Fire escape routes including staircase, corridors etc. shall be adequately
illuminated and also visible exist sign shall be provided for all fire exits.

(vi) The fire escape routes shall be sufficiently protected from the effects of
fire and shall consider limiting the ingress of smoke from other areas.

(vii) Doors on the emergency escape routes shall open in the direction of the
escape route.

(viii) The need for easy and rapid evacuation during fire may conflict with
security control of entry / exit access doors. Such potential conflicts shall
be identified and resolved in the design to ensure fire rescue services
are not hindered in case of rescuing people trapped in fire.

(ix) All of the above shall be considered while developing the evacuation plan
for the building.
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7.3.15 Miscellaneous

a) Separate service entry shall be provided for service areas such as kitchen, air
conditioned pressurisation plant, electrical room, etc. A common service entry
may be provided depending on spatial arrangement.

b) An air lock lobby shall be provided for one external personnel entrance to each
air conditioned reception area of manned / office buildings, except at external
entrance to small air-conditioned room, like UPS rooms. Air locks shall not be
provided at equipment access doors.

c) Traffic analysis shall be carried out to determine the number of elevators

required for building. The analysis shall consider the effective users of
building, the average number of stops made by the elevator during round trip
and delay in time consumed by making a single trip. For building with total
built up area more than 30,000 m², service elevators shall be provided.
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7.3.16 KOC Office Space and Ancillary Facilities Allocation Standards

Table-1: KOC Office Space and Ancillary Facilities Allocation Standards

Status Circular Appointed Employees (CAEs) Non Circular Appointed Employees (NCAEs)
Grade / Team Level / 18 &
CEO DCEO Manager 14 / 13 17 / 16 15 / 14 13 & Below
Grade Level Other CAEs Above
Office Space Office Space 70 m2 50 m2 35 m2 25 m2 21 m2 18 m2 15 m2 12 m2 Work Station
Standards
Admin. Asst.
Closed Office / Open Work Station /
(CEO’s Office) /
-- -- -- -- -- -- -- Closed Work Open Areas / Double
Admin. Asst.
Station Occupancy
(DCEO’s Office)
Attached
Secretarial Office
        

Office Finishing Carpet         

Standards Wall Paper         
Board with
Designation
        
Parking
Reservation Board with
Standards Group / Team -- -- -- --     
Name

Legend:  Entitled  Not entitled  Offices furnish with roll carpet

 Offices furnished with superior quality tile carpet  Offices furnish with tile carpet
Note:
1. Double occupancy allocation may be applied in case of any alternate options are not available due to the office space deficiencies identified and operational needs.

2. Wall paper (for CAEs only) will be in beige / white colour with self-design on.

3. Non-KOC employees will be allocated in workstations for the KOC grade equivalent 15 and below, grade 16-17 will have 12 m 2, grade 18 above will have 15 m 2,
the Project Leaders / Mangers will have 21 m 2 and only PMC Managers will have 25 m 2.
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Table-2: Furniture Standards for Offices

Team Leader (Option A) Team Leader (Option B) Team Leader Secretary Grade 18
Sl. Sl. Sl. Sl.
Type of Furniture Qty. Type of Furniture Qty. Type of Furniture Qty. Type of Furniture Qty.
No. No. No. No.
Executive Desk Arc Top with Executive Desk Arc Top with Executive U Shaped
1 1 1 1 1 L-Shaped Desk [1] 1 1 1
Extension Extension Desk
Wood Bookcase Executive Ergonomic
2 High Executive Bookcase 1 2 High Executive Bookcase 1 2 1 2 1
Cabinet Chair
3 Executive Ergonomic Chair 1 3 Executive Ergonomic Chair 1 3 Ergonomic Chair 1 3 Wooden Guest Chair 2
4 Executive Wooden Guest Chair 2 4 Executive Wooden Guest Chair 2 4 Wooden Guest Chair 2 4 Small Coffee Table 1
5 Small Coffee Table 1 5 Small Coffee Table 1 5 Small Coffee Table 1 5 Credenza 1
6 Executive Round Meeting Table 1 6 Medium Coffee Table 1 -- -- -- -- -- --
7 Ergonomic Chair 4 7 Large Coffee Table 1 -- -- -- -- -- --
-- -- -- 8 3 Seat Sofa 1 -- -- -- -- -- --
-- -- -- 9 1 Seat Sofa 1 -- -- -- -- -- --
Multiple Occupancy
Grade 16 & 17 Grade 14 & 15 Grade 13 & Below
(Quantities Per Occupant)
Sl. Sl. Sl. Sl.
Type of Furniture Qty. Type of Furniture Qty. Type of Furniture Qty. Type of Furniture Qty.
No. No. No. No.
[1] L Shaped Desk
1 U Shaped Desk 1 1 L Shaped Desk 1 1 Workstation 1 1 1
(160 cm / 140 cm) [1]
Wood Bookcase
2 Wood Bookcase Cabinet 1 2 Wood Bookcase Cabinet 1 2 Ergonomic Chair 1 2 --
Cabinet [2]
3 Ergonomic Chair 1 3 Ergonomic Chair 1 3 Visitor Armchair 1 3 Ergonomic Chair 1
4 Wooden Guest Chair 2 4 Visitor Armchair 2 -- -- -- 4 Visitor Armchair [3] 1
5 Small Coffee Table 1 5 Small Coffee Table 1 -- -- -- 5 Small Coffee Table [3] 1
[1] Desk size subject to office space and available furniture.
[2] One wood bookcase cabinet to every two (2) occupants.
[3] Provision subject to office space and available furniture
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7.4 Green Building Requirements

All Buildings shall conform to the requirements of KOC-G-001 “KOC Recommended

Practice for Green Buildings (New & Existing)”.

8.0 DRAFTING AND MODELS REQUIREMENTS

8.1 Drafting Standards for Buildings

a) Drafting standards shall be applicable for all type of buildings, landscape and
interiors design documents. Drafting shall result in clear, legible and
graphically complete drawing documents incorporating line weight schemes
for readability. Proper pen assignments shall follow while printing. For more
details refer to EG-DO-C-001 “Engineering Drawing Practice Code”.

b) Minimum letter size (height) shall be 2.0 mm high for any scale.

c) The drawings shall be produced using latest Computer-Aided Engineering

(CAE) drafting software approved by KOC. The drawings shall have a bar
scale for each metric scale used on the drawing.

d) Directional arrows shall be provided showing plant north, true north and
prevailing wind direction for the site plans and building floor plans. Grid lines,
bench marks, etc. to be included as appropriate.

8.2 Symbology

The architectural drafting symbology for buildings should be a widely recognised

architectural profession / industry Standard.

8.3 Units of Measurement

All dimensions, quantities and units of measurement used on the drawings and in
calculations shall be in SI units.

8.4 Scale

The following minimum scales are suggested as a guide:

Description Scale
Site setting out plan for a large buildings 1:200 to 1:500
Building floor plans, elevations & sections 1:100 or 1:150 (As per the size of drawings)
Wall sections 1:25
Door, window and miscellaneous details 1:10 to 1:25
Kitchen / pantry and toilet layout and details 1:10 to 1:25
Staircase & handrail details 1:10 to 1:25
Floor pattern layout & details 1:50
Reflected ceiling plans 1:100
Landscape layout plans 1:100 & details 1:25
Furniture layout 1:50 & details 1:25
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8.5 Construction Drawings / Documents

Drawings / Documents provided by the Contractor shall consist of detailed plans,

elevations, sections, finishes schedules, fittings or furniture layout or equipment,
door and window schedules and other details for the buildings as per project
requirements.

8.6 References

Drawing cross referred with other disciplinary drawing shall be listed such as civil-
structural, HVAC, plumbing, instrumentation, electrical and fire protection, etc. as
applicable.

8.7 3D Perspective Views or Model

Subject to project requirements, Contractor shall prepare 3D Architectural

perspectives for buildings, using latest industry standard software approved by
KOC such as 3D MAX (V-Ray) etc. The perspectives shall be suitable for
integration with overall plant 3D perspective. Contractor shall provide the 3D model
native file which can be integrated to Plant 3D model software (which is normally
PDMS, PDS or SP3D) for model review. All architectural and landscaping detail
shall be made according to the scale with extreme precision.

8.8 Physical Models

a) Subject to project requirements, Contractor shall provide the physical model

of the projects. The physical model shall show the buildings, the site with
surrounding roads, parking areas and proposed landscaping for the project
site at an appropriate scale.

b) The base dimension shall be determined by the Contractor / Designer based

on the design and as practical for handling. The material used to create the
site topography and the base shall be durable but as lightweight as possible.
The model shall have a removable Plexiglas protective cover. All elements of
the 3D physical model shall be permanently fixed to the base including
labelling such as element identification, North direction, scale, etc. The title on
the models base shall be same as the colour used to indicate major buildings
elements accompanied by an appropriate legend.

8.9 Building Information Modelling

Subject to project requirements, Building Information Modelling (BIM), a complete

project package drawings shall be submitted using the latest software approved by
KOC for all disciplines.

9.0 FINISHING SCHEDULE

a) All projects shall adhere to Appendix-1 of this RP for typical finishing schedule
and shall be used as a general guidance.

b) Subject to project requirements, Contractor shall prepare building specific

finishing schedule and sanitary fitting schedule for all buildings and shall be
submitted for KOC approval.
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10.0 BUILDING DESCRIPTIONS / COMPONENTS

10.1 General

10.1.1 Equipment Space Requirements

The designer shall be responsible to verify the space requirements for operation,
service, maintenance and replacement etc. of all mechanical, electrical equipment
as per Manufacturer’s recommendations and shall design all spaces / rooms to
accommodate these requirements. The Contractor shall review all Manufacturer’s
drawings and KOC Standards as well as Government codes requirements to verify
that the drawings of the designer are in compliance.

10.1.2 Blast Protection Requirements

The blast resistant buildings shall be designed in accordance with KOC-C-030

“KOC Recommended Practice for Blast Resistant Design of Buildings”.

10.1.3 Roofing System

a) The minimum requirements of the composite roofing system for flat slabs
which consist of different layers above the structural concrete slab shall be
selected from the following types with prior approval from KOC.

a.1) Type-1

(i) Light weight foam concrete screed laid to slope 1 % minimum

50 mm thick towards rainwater drains.

(ii) Laying of 20 mm screed.

(iii) Two (2) layers of water proofing membrane 4 mm thick.

(iv) 20 mm thick protection screed.

(v) Minimum 75 mm thick heat insulation.

(vi) Filter membrane 150g/m2.

(vii) 50 mm thick sand cement bedding mortar.

(viii) 250 x 250 x 20 mm thick terrazzo tiles.

a.2) Type-2

(i) Light weight foam concrete screed laid to slope 1 % minimum

50 mm thick towards rainwater drains.

(ii) Laying of 20 mm screed.

(iii) Two (2) layers of water proofing membrane 4 mm thick.

(iv) 20 mm thick protection screed.

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(v) Minimum 75 mm thick heat insulation.

(vi) Filter fabric membrane 150g/m2.

(vii) Aggregate / Concrete pavers

b) Thermal transmittance (or U-value) for roofs shall be as per MEW/R-6.

c) As a minimum, all the roofs shall be accessible by cage steel ladders. Air
conditioning equipment and / or any other equipment that are installed on the
roof of buildings which requires regular maintenance shall be accessible by
staircase. All roof top equipment shall be adequately set back from the
facades such that these are not visible from the surrounding areas / streets
and adequately enclosed using appropriate building materials, parapet height
and facade treatments.

d) Warehouse or workshop building roof shall be of pitched design wherever

possible with single or double sloped. Typically a slope of not more than
1 in 6.

e) Suitable provision of permanent guardrail systems or permanent anchor

points shall be considered while designing roofing system.

10.1.4 Exterior Walls

a) Exterior walls should be comprised either of painted reinforced concrete or

plastered and painted concrete solid / cavity walls or painted pre-cast
reinforced concrete panel or pre-finished metal panels or modular cladding
panel as per project requirements to suit the functional and intended purpose
of the building.

b) Thermal transmittance (or U-value) for walls construction shall be as per

MEW/R-6.

c) Exterior walls shall have noise transmission loss levels as specified in

KOC-C-001 “KOC Standard for Basic Civil Engineering Design Data”.

d) Exterior walls shall be designed for blast resistance wherever required in

accordance with KOC-C-030 “KOC Recommended Practice for Blast
Resistant Design of Buildings”.

e) Construction of external solid walls should be provided with sand lime / clay
brick for outer leaf and inner leaf of lightweight block work. The thickness of
the inner leaf shall be minimum 200 mm, subject to project type and design.
For more details KOC-C-008 “KOC Standard for Masonry Works and
Plastering - Materials and Workmanship” shall be referred.

10.1.5 False Ceilings

a) All materials shall be non-combustible and fire-rated materials.

b) All ceiling materials shall have a flame spread index of 25 or less and smoke
developed index of 0-450 when tested in accordance with ASTM E84.
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10.1.6 Doors

a) All entrance doors shall meet the design and architectural requirements and
shall be fire-rated or blast resistant as per project requirements. Doors shall
include hardware and weather-stripping. Vision panels if provided shall be
double paned insulated safety glass to match exterior windows.

b) Exterior steel doors should be insulated hollow metal door and frame, made
of galvanised steel, factory primed & painted.

c) Interior wooden doors shall be solid core wood veneer faced in hollow metal
frame. Plastic lamination shall not be used because of development of
dangerous gases in case of fire. Internal doors to toilets and showers shall
have a minimum 50 mm free opening or undercut from the finished floor.
Doors in corridors of office buildings should not be located directly opposite
each other. Doors should be preferably installed in niches, in order to create
more room in the corridor near the entrance of office rooms. 500 mm height
steel plate covering shall be provided on both sides of wooden door starting
from the bottom of the door leaf in all wet areas.

d) All external doors shall open outwards in the direction of the escape route and
shall be arranged to remain in the normally closed position with suitable self-
closing device. Each door assembly shall include the door, frame, anchors,
hardware and accessories all provided by a single Manufacturer. Panic bars
shall be installed for all emergency exits and the switchgear hall exits, both for
single and double-winged doors with overlapping astragal. Simultaneous
opening of double doors shall be ensured by slight pressure on any part of the
panic bar. The outside operation shall be made by lever handle with a dead
locking mechanism.

e) Subject to project requirements, all door lock hardware keying system shall
be co-ordinated with KOC plant keying system. All cylinders and keys shall be
integrated with the existing master key system.

f) The use of aluminium doors or door made of other materials shall be subjected
to KOC approval.

10.1.7 Windows

a) Exterior windows shall be of high quality steel or powder coated aluminum

units, double glazed or more depending on the HVAC and / or noise level
design requirements, with fly screen net (as applicable), hermetically sealed
with air gap not less than 12 mm insulated, tinted & tempered. Frame colour
finishing shall match the building entrance doors. The glass shall have
minimum thickness of 6 mm.

b) Frames and glazing should be selected with consideration for energy

conservation and blast resistance (as applicable).

c) Interior glazed openings / partitions shall be high quality steel or powder

coated aluminium, hinged or fixed units with clear tempered glass.
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10.1.8 Interior Walls and Partitions

a) All internal partition walls constructed with concrete blocks, gypsum board or
any other type shall extend up to the underside of the roof slab or sheeting for
acoustic reasons and to provide specified noise control between the rooms /
spaces.

b) Metal studs and gypsum wall board shall be as specified in the construction
drawings.

c) Private office and other related spaces may be constructed of moveable wall
/ partition system as directed by KOC.

d) Interior masonry walls in all rooms, corridors and lobby to be plastered and
painted as noted in the finishing schedule. Plastering shall be up to the slab
soffit level including the part above false ceiling (if any).

e) Glazed ceramic shall be fixed up to one tile above false ceiling level in toilet
areas and in other rooms as indicated in the finishing schedule.

f) Acid / chemical resistant tiles for laboratories and battery rooms walls shall be
laid to full height of the room.

10.1.9 Floors, Walls and Ceilings

a) Floors, walls and ceilings shall be provided in accordance with Appendix-1

(Typical finishing schedule) of this Recommended Practice.

b) Provide metal dividers strips or thresholds at juncture of different floor

materials in accordance with construction drawings.

10.1.10 Skirting / Wall Bases

a) PVC cove base shall be provided with PVC floors.

b) Tile cove base shall be provided with tile floors.

c) Coved sand / cement skirting shall be provided as indicated in the finishing

schedule.

d) All skirting boards and cover strips shall be snugly fitted and durably fastened.

e) Wooden cover strips shall be mitred at covers and joints. They shall be fixed
at distances not exceeding 600 mm.

f) Stair tread nosing and other edging of metal shall be screw-fastened at

distances not exceeding 180 mm unless otherwise anchoring is specified.

g) Skirting shall be provided in accordance with Appendix-1 (Typical finishing

schedule) of this Recommended Practice.
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10.1.11 Toilet Partitions

a) Minimum 100 mm thick sand cement block walls or modular solid phenolic
plastic, 26 mm thick toilet partitions or Cubicles shall be installed for built-in
ceramic tile toilets and shower rooms including all fixing accessories as
specified in the contract. Ironmongery shall be stainless steel.

b) Urinal screens shall be solid phenolic and wall mounted. For urinals, ceramic
partitions can also be used with prior approval from KOC.

c) Hardware for partition doors and urinal screens shall be stainless steel.

10.1.12 Fixtures and Accessories

All toilet fixtures and accessories shall be made from brass and exposed parts shall
be stainless steel or chromium plated. Provide flexible hose union tap in a position
adjacent to each water closet. Type and model of all fixtures and accessories shall
be submitted for KOC approval. All the fixtures and accessories shall conform to
the requirements of KOC-AR-002 “KOC Standard for Architectural Finishes”.

Subject to project requirements, fixtures & accessories shall be provided which shall
include, but not limited to the following:

a) Western Type Closet

(i) Matching toilet seat and plastic white cover.

(ii) Hand spray with angle valve, hand trigger and 1000 mm long hose.

(iii) Toilet roll holder.

(iv) Coat hooks.

(v) 2 hand grips, 250 mm long each only for physically challenged persons.

(vi) Wall mounted cistern.

(vii) Wooden or ceramic shelf.

b) Asian Squatting Water Closet

(i) White ceramic squatting plate (500 mm x 400 mm approx.) with raised
treads for flush installation at floor level.

(ii) Hand spray with angle valve and hand trigger, 1000 mm long hose.

(iii) Toilet roll holder.

(iv) Coat hooks.

(v) 2 hand grips, 250 mm long each each only for physically challenged
persons.

(vi) Wall mounted cistern.

(vii) Wooden or ceramic shelf.

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c) Showers

(i) Shower basin in white porcelain, minimum size: 900 mm x 900 mm x

150 mm, floor mounted at floor level, complete with shower cabin and
built-in shower combination consisting of all shower mixer accessories.

(ii) Stainless steel towel rail (800 mm long), rope hook, soap tray, foot tray.

(iii) Hand grip 250 mm long.

(iv) Cloth hooks.

d) Common Wash Area

(i) Hand dryer.

(ii) Paper towel dispenser.

(iii) Soap Holder / Dispenser.

(iv) Granite / marble or corian vanity top with integrated ceramic bowl with
complete accessories.

(v) Frameless mirrors.

(vi) Coat hangers.

e) Rest Room / Individual Toilet

Each rest rooms / Individual toilets shall be equipped with but not limited to
the following accessories:

(i) Water closet shall be western type or Asian squatting type as per KOC
approval. The number of toilet shall be 1 per 25 building occupants.

(ii) Matching toilet seat and white plastic cover.

(iii) Hand spray with angle valve, hand trigger and 1000 mm long hose.

(iv) Toilet roll holder.

(v) Coat hooks.

(vi) 2 hand grips, 250 mm long each each only for physically challenged
persons.

(vii) Wall mounted cistern.

(viii) Wall mounted wash basin with complete accessories.

(ix) Frameless mirror size 600 mm x 800 mm (minimum).

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(x) Vitreous china shelves below the mirror (length matching to washbasin
and mirror) shall be installed above each washbasin.

(xi) Shower details as listed above (Applicable for manned building).

(xii) Soap holder / dispenser, paper towel dispenser and hand dryer.

f) Ablution Room

All prayer rooms shall be provided with adjacent ablution facility. Ablution shall
include but not limited to the following:

(i) Seating to be cladded with marble or granite.

(ii) Hand dryer.

(iii) Paper towel dispenser.

(iv) Soap dispenser.

(v) Robe hooks

(vi) Wash basins.

g) Safety Shower & Eye Wash

Safety shower and eye wash shall be located near the exits of laboratories or
other hazardous areas. Safety shower and eye wash shall be in accordance
with KOC-L-009 “KOC Standard for Fire Protection Systems and Safety
Equipment”.

10.1.13 Cabinets and Countertops

a) Pre-mirror polished, jet black granite or other KOC approved materials shall
be used for the countertops in kitchen, pantry and vanity top. Countertops
shall have a vertical facia of 300 mm from the countertop level to conceal
plumbing underneath countertops with 100 mm high backsplash.

b) Built-in-kitchens, ready to use with furniture (floor cabinets with work tops, sink
and wall cabinets) etc., of a modular system, with an elegant shape, safe and
ergonomic, hard-wearing and easy to clean shall be provided.

c) Drawers and shelves shall be of easy-to-move rail system. Cabinets and

cabinet shutters / leaves shall be stainless steel or aluminium as per KOC
Approval.

d) Sinks shall be stainless steel, generally rectangular in plan and with round
corners including all necessary fittings. The accessories shall be made of rust-
proof high quality stainless steel. For more details KOC-AR-002 “KOC
Standard for Architectural Finishes” shall be referred.
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10.1.14 Metal Shelving

Heavy-duty steel shelving shall be provided in store rooms and janitor rooms.

10.1.15 Building Graphics and Signage

a) KOC logo shall be placed at each main entrance for office and recreational
buildings. The size of the logo shall match with the size and height of building.

b) Building name (in Arabic & English) with KOC logo shall be identified in front
of each main entrance. The building name shall be either on ground or wall
mounted.

c) Employee name plate (in Arabic & English) shall be placed in front of all offices
and cubicles identifying employee name and designation.

d) Building signage manual or project signage manual shall provide:

(i) Zoning and circulation strategy for signage and wayfinding shall be
developed for the building and for the site.

(ii) Graphics for the signage and wayfinding internal / external.

(iii) Signage and wayfinding schedule with specific message and symbols
for each sign.

10.1.16 Building Equipment for Warehouses

Layout of shop equipment, cabinets, appliances and heavy duty warehouse racking
shall be provided as per project requirements. Circulation of forklift and trollies shall
be considered during design.

10.1.17 Interior Furnishings and Accessories

a) Interior design and furniture selection shall provide a high quality, commercial
design which provides a high degree of flexibility, functionality, ergonomic
design, strength, long standing, durability and sustainability.

b) Generally, fabrics (if any) shall be durable and washable. Materials and
finishes used should be easily and locally available. To minimise static
electricity generation in sensitive computer areas, wood or other non-
conductive materials shall be used rather than plastic coated or metal
furniture. For more information regarding furnitures, KOC Office
Administration Team should be contacted.
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10.1.18 Solar Shading

All glazed areas which are subject to direct sunlight (if it is not conflicting with
concept and theme of elevations design) at any time of the day throughout the year
may be provided with external shading. Areas of both horizontal and vertical
shading shall be provided to cope with the angle of the sun anywhere on its path.
Solar shading shall be formed by a fixed system.

10.1.19 Material Emissions: Adhesives & Sealants

Refer to KOC-G-001 “KOC Recommended Practice for Green Buildings (New &
Existing)” in regards to usage of adhesives, adhesive bonding primers, adhesive
primers, sealants, sealant primers or any other primer, which have a VOC (Volatile
Organic Compounds) content.

10.1.20 Low Emitting Material: Paints and Coatings

Interior surface area covered by paints and coatings shall be less than the maximum
allowable VOC content limits specified in KOC-G-001 “KOC Recommended
Practice for Green Buildings (New & Existing)”. All paints and coatings shall be fugal
resistant.

10.2 Distribution of Prayer Areas / Rooms in Buildings

a) Mega Complexes:

All projects shall have a dedicated mosque, KOC shall design the mosque
size / capacity according to the number of employees occupying / expected to
occupy inside the building & one female prayer room shall be provided.

b) Other Buildings:

Subject to project requirements, a dedicated male & female prayer room shall
be provided according to the number of employees occupying / expected to
occupy inside the building.

11.0 PROCESS / PLANT / INDUSTRIAL BUILDINGS

Appendix - 2 provides information and general guidance for each of the process /
plant / industrial buildings and their minimum requirements.

12.0 NON-PROCESS / NON-PLANT / NON-INDUSTRIAL BUILDINGS

Appendix - 3 provides information and general guidance for each of the non-
process / non-plant / non-industrial buildings and their minimum requirements.
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13.0 REFURBISHMENT OF EXISTING BUILDINGS

13.1 Introduction

Life of existing buildings can be extended through the adaptation of their basic forms
to provide a new or updated appearance to the original structure. During
refurbishment of existing buildings below aspects shall be considered but limited to
the following:

a) The location, condition, shape and size of the existing structure / building.

b) The intended use of the structure / building.

c) The amount of work required to the existing structure / building to enable

compliance with current codes and standards.

d) Safe work.

e) Feasibility.

f) Classification of refurbishment - Minor, Major or Complete.

13.2 General Factors for Refurbishment / Renovation / Extension

There are number of factors that should be included in the evaluation process and
which should be weighed as part of the overall decision process.

13.2.1 Service Impacts

These include the possible disruption of service due to construction activity,

discomfort created by exterior noise or noise within the building or phasing of
construction within the existing building, dust or higher variations in climate control.

13.2.2 Quality of Space

In addition to providing pleasant lighting and acoustics, the extension part shall have
an ambience that encourages its use and provides the users with an increased
comfort in building.

13.2.3 Site Location

Decision to renovate / refurbish or build new should be taken based on the site
location and design implications.

13.2.4 Phasing

Renovation and expansion inevitably involve planning for phasing (especially if the
existing building is equipped during the construction) and possible surge space for
the period of construction. Depending on site conditions and the capacity of the
expansion space, the phasing should be simple, using the new expansion space as
surge space while the renovation work is being carried out.
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13.2.5 Sustainable Design / Environmental Impact

In order to ensure energy efficient and environmentally friendly building, sustainable

design shall be carried out in accordance to KOC-G-001 “KOC Recommended
Practice for Green Buildings (New & Existing)”.

13.2.6 Safety Issues and Site Constraints

Design shall be according to the safety measures and risk management tips and
guidelines as specified. In addition, other site constraints need to be evaluated to
determine the impact on the options for expansion of existing structures.

13.2.7 For extension of any building, the following points shall be considered before
starting the design:

a) “As-Built” drawings and verification of all dimensions, heights and layouts of

the existing facilities.

b) Site survey.

c) Re-route plan & drawings of the underground services, which conflict (if any)
with the new extension part.

d) Verification of electrical, water and HVAC requirements.

e) Considering the existing building elevations and theme to provide compatible

extension.

13.3 Existing Building Assessment

An assessment study shall be carried out for upgrading the existing buildings
considering the followings but not limited to the below:

Sl.
Building Component Purpose of Assessment
No.
Seismic Resistance Determine what measures are likely to be required to meet current
1
Capacity codes & standards.
Evaluate if the floor loading capacity is adequate for shifting / removal
2 Structural Load Capacity / relocation of equipment etc. throughout the existing structure to
provide maximum flexibility.
Determine what features are particularly inefficient and need to be
3 Energy Efficiency
corrected. Retrofit features should be considered as necessary.
Study the heating / cooling systems and determine if they have
4 HVAC Systems
reached the end of their useful lives.
5 Electrical Systems Determine how extensive an upgrade will be required.
Evaluate the current illumination of existing building and how to make
6 Lighting energy-efficient and also evaluate the possibility of introducing extra
natural lighting.
Telecommunications and Determine the possibility to install new cabling in the existing building
7
Information Systems and how many new data closets needs to be added.
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Sl.
Building Component Purpose of Assessment
No.
Determine if this system needs to be upgraded to meet current
8 Fire Alarm
standards.
Evaluate security needs and assess the requirements of security
9 Security Systems
systems need to be installed.
Determine requirements for additional toilet & facilities and
10 Plumbing Systems
replacement of pipes, fixtures and fittings.
Determine the most feasible fire protection system that can be used
11 Fire Protection
for existing building.
Determine the extent of existing noise problems that need to be
12 Acoustics
addressed.
13 Accessibility Determine upgrades will be required to meet current requirement.
Determine if the existing equipment / machines etc. meets current
14 Equipment Systems standards and other code requirements and evaluate the feasibility
of keeping the existing equipment in place.
Conduct an overall review of the general condition of the existing
15 Architectural Systems building, including features such as roofing, windows, exterior
sheathing and ceilings etc.
Architectural Design Evaluate changes that will be required to improve the overall space
16
Features limits and other architectural features as per current requirements.
17 Interior Design Interior designing shall be based on ergonomic standards.
Determine if there are any special aspects of the existing building that
18 Miscellaneous
may have cost implications in a renovation option.

14.0 QUALITY ASSURANCE

14.1 The Contractor shall operate a quality system preferably based on ISO 9000 series
of standards to satisfy the requirements of this Recommended Practice. The
Contractor shall demonstrate compliance by providing a copy of the accredited
certificate or the Contractor’s quality manual.

14.2 Verification of the Contractor’s quality system is normally part of the pre-qualification
procedure and therefore not detailed in the core text of this Recommended Practice.

15.0 DOCUMENTATION

15.1 General

15.1.1 All correspondence, instructions, drawings, design calculations or any other written
information shall be in the English language. In the case of dual languages, one
language shall be English.

15.1.2 All dimensions, units of measurement, physical constants etc. shall be in SI units,
unless otherwise specified in the project document.

15.1.3 In addition to the hard copies, all documents (text, specifications, drawings, design
calculations, etc.) shall be provided with electronic (editable & searchable PDF format)
files in the approved and widely used software (MS Word, Excel, Auto Cad etc.). All
calculations shall be submitted in approved and widely used software(s) agreed by
KOC.
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15.2 Reports

When buildings are being designed, depending on the building type / project
requirements, a selection of the following reports shall be submitted to KOC for
review:

Sl. No. Report Type Purpose of Report

1 Site Land Survey Record all site features and levels.
2 Soil Investigation Establish the geotechnical properties of the site soils.
3 Slit Trenching Identify existing sub-surface services.
Establish the likelihood of site flooding and identify any
4 Flood Analysis & Mitigation
infrastructure changes to mitigate the effects of flooding.
Environmental Impact
5 To comply with environmental legislation.
Analysis
To define the connection points and strategy for the provision of
6 Utilities
all utilities.
7 Water Demand To identify the water demand for the building.
8 Electrical Load To identify the electrical load for the building.
To define how the building complies with the fire regulations in
9 Fire Strategy
terms of life safety and materials.
To provide designers with guidelines for compliance with KOC
10 Security
security principles.
To determine the traffic generation and parking requirements of
11 Traffic Analysis
the project.
12 Elevator Study Define the vertical movement criteria.
External Envelope Cleaning To define the parameters for providing access to the facades and
13
& Access Strategy roof of the building for cleaning and maintenance.
14 Acoustic Requirements To define any acoustic control and constraints.
For simulation of solar gain and day-lighting for the buildings and
15 Lighting & Solar Analysis solar isolation studies to determine optimum design and detail of
external envelope and photo voltaic energy estimates.

15.3 Submittals

The architectural design work for the buildings shall include but not limited to the
following submittals:

a) Overall plot / master plan.

b) Building floor plans, elevations & sections.

c) Building wall sections and details.

d) Shop drawings for doors and windows. Doors & windows schedule including
Ironmongery and hardwares.

e) Co-ordinated reflected ceiling plan as required.

f) Interior – Plans, elevations, view and details as required.

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g) Furniture schedule as required.

h) Colour and finishing schedule.

i) Soft / Hard landscape drawings and details as required.

j) As-built Drawings.
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APPENDIX-1: TYPICAL FINISHING SCHEDULE

A.1 Internal Finishes

Sl. No. Room Name Floors Skirting Walls Ceiling

Acoustic suspended ceiling of

Acrylic co-polymer base
100 mm high gypsum tiles (600 mm x 600 mm x
washable emulsion paint
Carpet roll or tiles with underlay, laid on wood matching 12 mm thick), pre-finished, PVC
1 Offices system or wall paper on
terrazzo tiles (300 mm x 300 mm) floor. with door colour coated, including 50 mm thick rock
plastered surfaces or on
and finish. wool insulation and acoustic pads
gypsum board dry wall.
above.

Carpet tiles with underlay, laid on

2 Auditorium Special finishes to be selected based on the project requirements.
terrazzo tiles (300 mm x 300 mm) floor.

Acoustic suspended ceiling of

Acrylic co-polymer base
Conference room, gypsum tiles (600 mm x 600 mm x
washable emulsion paint
meeting room, Carpet tiles with underlay, laid on 100 mm high 12 mm thick), pre-finished, PVC
3 system or vinyl wall covering
recreational room, terrazzo tiles (300 mm x 300 mm) floor. PVC tiles. coated, including 50 mm thick rock
on plastered surfaces or on
TV room wool insulation and acoustic pads
gypsum board dry wall.
above.
Acoustic suspended ceiling of
100 mm high Acrylic co-polymer base
gypsum tiles (600 mm x 600 mm x
matching to washable emulsion paint
12 mm thick), pre-finished, PVC
floor. system on plastered
Marble tiles or porcelain stoneware tiles. coated, including 50 mm thick rock
Corridors, airlock lobby, surfaces.
(or) wool insulation and acoustic pads
4 reception, waiting (or)
(or) above.
areas, entrance lobbies Special finishes
Carpet tiles.
to be selected Special finishes to be (or)
on basis of selected on basis of
Special finishes to be selected on
requirements. requirements.
basis of requirements.
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Sl. No. Room Name Floors Skirting Walls Ceiling

Acoustic suspended ceiling of

Training room, lecture
Acrylic co-polymer base gypsum tiles (600 mm x 600 mm x
halls, study rooms,
Carpet tiles with underlay, laid on 100 mm high washable emulsion paint 12 mm thick), pre-finished, PVC
5 document control room,
terrazzo tiles (300 mm x 300 mm) floor. PVC tiles. system on plastered coated, including 50 mm thick rock
CAD or drafting room,
surfaces. wool insulation and acoustic pads
safety induction room.
above.
1000 mm stoneware wall tiles Glass reinforced gypsum (GRG)
100 mm high
/ marble / granite and 600 mm x 600 mm tiles with
Broadloom carpet with underlay, laid on wooden board.
6 Prayer hall followed by high build glazed emulsion paint or special finishes to
terrazzo tiles floor. Color to match
coating system on plastered be selected on basis of
with the floor.
surfaces. requirements.
Acoustic suspended ceiling of
gypsum tiles (600 mm x 600 mm x
100 mm high Acrylic co-polymer base
Non slip ceramic or porcelain stoneware 12 mm thick), pre-finished, PVC
7 Dining hall matching to washable emulsion paint
tiles / marble / granite. coated, including 50 mm thick rock
floor finish. system on plastered surface.
wool insulation and acoustic pads
above.
100 mm high
Toilet, shower, locker Non-slip ceramic floor tiles. For ablution Glazed ceramic tile reaching Water resistant gypsum board
8 matching to
room, ablution seating areas to be marble / granite. one tile above ceiling level. panels with emulsion paint.
floor finish.
Marble / granite treads and risers
Acrylic co-polymer base
including carborandum strips on treads 100 mm high Acrylic co-polymer base washable
Staircase, steps, washable emulsion paint
9 and marble / granite / rubber tile on matching to emulsion paint system on plastered
landings system on plastered
landings except for stairs exposed to the treads finish. surfaces.
surfaces.
weather.
High-build glazed coating system on
plastered surfaces or acoustic
Rubber floor tiles / high quality, heavy
High-build glazed coating suspended ceiling of aluminium
First aid room & duty PVC tiles laid on 5mm -12 mm thick 100 mm high
10 system on plastered panels 0.7 mm thick, pre-finished,
facilities cement based, self-levelling, self- PVC tiles.
surfaces. powder coated, including 50 mm
smoothing compound.
thick rock wool insulation and
acoustic pads above.
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Sl. No. Room Name Floors Skirting Walls Ceiling

Server room, CCTV

surveillance room,
LAN / telecom room,
computer room,
Acrylic co-polymer base Acoustic suspended ceiling of
instrument workshop 100 mm high
Raised floor tiles with heavy duty, non- washable emulsion paint gypsum tiles (600 mm x 600 mm x
11 (air conditioned), matching to
slip antistatic PVC finish. system on plastered 12 mm thick), pre-finished, PVC
control room, auxiliary floor.
surfaces. coated.
room, security
equipment room,
instrument room & UPS
room
Acrylic co-polymer base
50 mm to 70 mm hardened sand cement
Electrical equipment 100 mm high washable emulsion paint Fair faced finished for the concrete
12 screed trowelled finish with three (3)
room PVC tiles. system on plastered ceiling.
coats of light grey colour epoxy paint.
surfaces.
50 mm hardened concrete screed with
galvanised wire mesh of 50 x 50 x
3.2 mm size, covered with high build,
solvent free, hard wearing, abrasion &
chemical resistant, epoxy resin floor Acrylic co-polymer based
100 mm high Acrylic copolymer based washable
coating system. washable emulsion paint
13 Switchgear room epoxy paint emulsion paint system over
system on plastered
(or) system. plastered surface.
surfaces.
6 mm thick heavy duty rubber flooring
laid on 5 mm - 12 mm thick cement
based, self-levelling, self-smoothing
compound.
Removable fencing panels at
Cable cellar (elevated open sides & above-ground Above-ground coating system for
14 Gravel above levelled soil. N/A
buildings) coating system for all concrete surfaces.
concrete surfaces.
Fair-faced concrete covered
High build, solvent free, hard wearing, Fair-faced concrete covered with
with acrylic copolymer base
15 Cable basement abrasion & chemical resistant, dust N/A acrylic copolymer base washable
washable emulsion paint
proof epoxy resin floor coating system. emulsion paint system.
system.
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HVAC rooms,
firefighting cylinder Plastic acrylic co-polymer
High build, solvent free, hard wearing, 100 mm high Acrylic copolymer base washable
storage room, based washable emulsion
16 abrasion & chemical resistant, dust- epoxy paint emulsion paint system on plastered
generator room, stores, paint system on plastered
proof epoxy resin floor coating system. system. surfaces.
warehouses & surfaces.
workshop
Plastic acrylic co-polymer
Hard wearing, skid-resistant, 100 mm high Acrylic co-polymer base washable
based washable emulsion
17 Garage, fire stations waterproof, flexible, polyurethane epoxy paint emulsion paint system on plastered
paint system on plastered
based, traffic deck system. system. surfaces.
surfaces.
Chemical resistant glazed
Chemical resistant heavy duty non-slip
Chemical stores, ceramic wall tiles full height
vitrified ceramic floor tiles with Chemical resistant epoxy paint
18 battery room, analyser N/A or chemical resistant epoxy
chemically resistant tile adhesives and system on plastered surfaces.
room & sample area paint system on plastered
joint grouting.
surfaces.
Acoustic suspended ceiling of
Acrylic co-polymer base
100 mm high aluminium panels 0.7 mm thick, pre-
washable emulsion paint
19 Security building Non-slip ceramic tiles. matching to finished, powder coated, including
system on plastered
floor finish. 50 mm thick rock wool insulation and
surfaces.
acoustic pads above.
Water resistant and fire rated
gypsum board panels with emulsion
paint.
Kitchen, pantry, food 100 mm high Glazed ceramic wall tiles
20 serve area, washing, Non-slip vitrified floor tiles or quarry tiles. matching to reaching one tile above (or)
dishwashing area etc. floor finish. ceiling level.
600 mm x 600 mm x 1.0 mm thick
metal ceiling with water-proof paint
and fire resistant material.
Oil resistant epoxy coating system on all
concrete surfaces of the pit.
At floor level, GI gratings, covered with Above-ground concrete Concrete roof slab with concrete
21 Transformer areas N/A
crushed gravel layer of at least 150 mm coating system. protection coating system.
thickness or the pit to be fully filled with
the gravel up to floor level.
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Flooring shall be non-absorbent with

covings to the wall, skid proof, resistant
to adverse effect of acids, solvents and
chemical solvents. Vinyl tiled a layer of
poly SD vinyl ester flooring, minimal
number of joints, standard industrial Chemical resistant glazed
conditions apply for thickness, texture ceramic wall tiles full height
and finish. KOC laboratory team Chemical resistant epoxy paint
22 Laboratory N/A or chemical resistant epoxy
approval shall be obtained. system on plastered surfaces.
paint system on plastered
Floors shall be coved up walls and surfaces.
cabinets to ensure spills cannot
penetrate underneath floors / cabinets.
Tiles and wooden planks are not
appropriate because liquids can seep
through the small gaps between them.
Acrylic co-polymer base
Residential building / 100 mm high Glass reinforced gypsum (GRG)
washable emulsion paint
23 bachelor's Non-slip ceramic or porcelain tiles. matching to 600 mm x 600 mm tiles with
system on plastered
accommodation floor finish. emulsion paint.
surfaces.
Guest house / hospital
24 Special finishes to be selected based on project requirements and design.
& clinics
25 Retail shops The internal finishes to be done by the tenant.
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A.2 External Finishes

Area Finishes

Ramps and loading bays Hard wearing, skid-resistant, waterproof, flexible, polyurethane based, traffic deck system.

External stairs, steps etc. Non-slip UV, dust & water resistant epoxy coating system over hardened concrete or Polished marble / granite 30 mm thick
(Open type) treads and 20 mm thick risers over a cement mortar with 2 or 3 anti-slip grooves based on building services.

Fair faced concrete surfaces High-build epoxy textured, UV, dust & water resistant coating system.

Block-work walls Depends on each building design concept and function.

Notes:

a) All concrete surfaces and soffits of slabs above the false ceiling shall be painted with light coloured, KOC approved concrete protective coating system.

b) All recesses / penetrations inside rooms / buildings shall be closed with KOC approved fire resistant material and at external faces of the rooms / buildings
recesses / penetrations shall be closed with KOC approved fire resistant and weather resistant material.

c) Floor tiles in the wet areas like AC plant room, battery room, laboratory, kitchen / pantry, toilet, ablution etc. shall be constructed with a gradient of at least 1
% slope in order to guarantee a smooth flow of liquids on the floors.

d) Ventilation openings for extract air louvers, fresh air louvers and extract fans shall be equally spaced, equally sized, equally levelled and shall have
symmetrical external finish as far as possible, subject to KOC approval.

e) 30 mm thick machine cut and machine polished granite / Marble threshold over a cement mortar bed shall be provided at all the entrance doors of wet
areas.

f) Anti-termite - A chemical treatment of soils for the protection of buildings from attack by subterranean termites shall be provided while the building is under
construction.

g) All paints and coating systems must have fungal resistance.

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APPENDIX-2: PROCESS / PLANT / INDUSTRIAL BUILDINGS

Appendix-2 provides information and general guidance for each building and their design requirements. However, project specific criteria
may be prepared to meet the project requirements.

Sl. Building Type of Construction Design Requirement Remarks

No.

The building should include various spaces like airlock lobby, console area based
on the ergonomic study and architectural requirements, auxiliary / marshalling
Raised floor with cable cellar
Control Single or Double storey rooms, conference & training rooms, rest rooms, offices, separate toilets (gents &
1 to be provided at all cable laid
Building reinforced concrete ladies), ablution room, shower and lockers rooms, prayer room, pantry, engineering
areas.
room, store rooms, smoking room, rooms for battery, telecom / LAN, HVAC,
firefighting cylinder storage, instrument & electrical etc., parking spaces.

Elevated floor with cable cellar

The building should include various spaces like airlock lobby, office rooms, separate shall be provided for cable
toilets (gents & ladies), pantry, room for electrical switchboards, control panels, entries into the building.
Substation Single or Double storey marshalling panels, annunciation panels, UPSs, distribution boards, battery, Raised flooring shall be
2
Building reinforced concrete telecom / LAN, HVAC, firefighting cylinder storage, security equipment etc., provided in Telecom / LAN
transformer bays, capacitor rooms, remote control room, diesel generator room, room, security equipment
staircases etc., parking spaces. room, electrical control panel
room etc.

The building should include various spaces like air lock lobby, operator’s room,
Operator Single or Double storey
3 prayer room, full height lockers, separate toilets (Gents & Ladies), showers, rooms
Shelter reinforced concrete
for HVAC, electrical, telecom, storage etc., parking spaces.
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APPENDIX-3: NON-PROCESS / NON-PLANT / NON-INDUSTRIAL BUILDINGS

Appendix-3 provides information and general guidance for each building and their design requirements. However, project specific criteria
may be prepared to meet the project requirements.

Sl.
Building Type of Construction Design Requirement Remarks
No.
The building should include various spaces like reception,
lobby area, waiting, airlock lobbies, lifts, staircases, atrium,
Single or multi-storey framed reinforced meeting rooms, open offices, closed offices, conference Ramps, handicapped
concrete along with steel structure (if rooms, separate male and female toilets, cafeteria or dining toilets & underground
Administration / required) as per design requirements. hall or pantry, prayer room, ablution facility, first aid room, parking (if applicable) to
1
Office Building Note: External facade of the building shall general storages for stationery, equipment and instructional be provided and
match with the Ahmadi heritage theme if materials, large filing room, library, rooms for CCTV, HVAC, considered to this type of
building is located in Ahmadi township area. electrical rooms, telecom room, maintenance staff room, building.
smoking room, open and covered parking spaces for
employees, visitors and for physically challenged persons.
Height not less than 5.0 m,
The building should include various spaces like offices,
Single storey or single storey with mezzaine rollup shutter doors shall
covered workshop, material / tool store, toilets, HVAC plant
Maintenance level, framed reinforced concrete or be considered to this type
2 room, machine workshop, electrical workshop, PSV testing
Building / Workshop structural steel with corrugated sandwich of building. The roof shall
room, electrical / data / telephone room and provision for
panel cladding be polyurethane insulated
gantry crane, monorail & forklifts, parking spaces etc.
roof and wall panel.
Single or multi storey framed reinforced The building should include various spaces like offices,
3 Operation Building concrete along with steel structure (if conference rooms, records room, toilets, pantry, HVAC plant
required) as per design requirements room, telecom room and parking spaces etc.
The building should include various spaces like reception,
offices, pantry with dining area, ablution, fireman rest rooms,
separate male and female toilets, library, fire control centre,
Single or multi storey framed reinforced training areas for fire and safety personnel, primary nursing
4 Fire Station concrete along with steel structure (if station, engine hall, foam storage area, workshop cum dry
required) as per design requirements powder filling station, equipment store, room for cylinder
storage, prayer room, showers and lockers, parking for
visitors and employees and training yard as required for the
project.
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Building Type of Construction Design Requirement Remarks
No.
The building should include various spaces like reception,
offices, conference room, chemical stores (cold room), locker
Single or multi storey framed reinforced room, room for workers, sample receiving room, retention
concrete along with steel structure (if sample store room, maintenance room for lab, document
5 Laboratory Building required) as per design requirements or control room, lecture and training room, laboratories,
structural steel with corrugated sandwich separate male and female toilets, ablution, prayer room,
panel cladding pantry with dining area, meeting room, HVAC, CCTV,
electrical room, external gas cylinder storage room,
equipment store, chemicals store, parking spaces, etc..
Single or multi storey framed reinforced The building should include various spaces like main
concrete along with steel structure (if workshop, service pits, stores, offices, HVAC, electrical room,
6 Garage & carwash required) as per design requirements or car wash & dry area, toilet with shower, pantry with dining
structural steel with corrugated sandwich area, lockers, vehicle spare parts, tool and general store,
panel cladding parking spaces etc.
Single storey framed reinforced concrete
Acid resistance finishing
along with steel structure (if required) as per The chemical store should include various spaces like
7 Chemical store materials to be considered
design requirements or structural steel with storage / handling areas and store rooms etc.
to this type of building
corrugated sandwich panel cladding
Single storey framed reinforced concrete
The warehouse should include various spaces like offices,
along with steel structure (if required) as per
8 Warehouse reception area, toilets, storage area, parking spaces, pantry
design requirements or structural steel with
with dining area, lockers, parking spaces etc.
corrugated sandwich panel cladding
The building should include various spaces like PABX room,
battery room, rooms for data network & servers, firefighting
cylinder storage room, HVAC room, offices, network
operation centre (NOC) room, pantry, toilets, parking spaces
etc. The following shall be taken into consideration while
Single or multi storey framed reinforced designing the overall building plan: Raised floor with cable
Telecommunication
9 concrete along with steel structure (if cellar to be provided as
building a) Every Floor in the building shall have a Telecom Room.
required) as per design requirements required

b) The Telecom Room, preferably, shall be located in the

middle of the building for minimum length of cables
required to reach the farthest users in that floor.
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Building Type of Construction Design Requirement Remarks
No.
c) There shall be direct cable shaft interconnecting the
Telecom Rooms in different floors exclusively for
routing Telecom scope related cables. This shaft shall
be at least 500 mm x 500 mm.

d) Proper provision shall be considered for routing of

drain pipes of split Air conditioner to be provided in the
Telecom Rooms.

e) Telecom room in the Ground floor shall have cable

entrance facility (minimum four main ducts) from the
Building Entrance manhole for routing external cables
into the Telecom Room.

f) Fire stoppers shall be considered for all cable entry

points.

g) For more details KOC-T-008 shall be referred.

The building should include various spaces like guard's room,
reception, toilet and pantry, equipment room, electric room
etc. Following additional points to be considered:

a) Guardhouse buildings shall be raised minimum 500 Large size guard house at
mm from road level to have flood protection. main plant gate and
10 Guard House Single storey reinforced concrete
smaller at the entrance to
b) If the door of the security equipment room is facing the process area
outside the building, the same shall be dust proof to
prevent ingress of duct.

c) For further design requirements, refer to the relevant

clauses of KOC-G-019-Part 2 and KOC-G-019-Part 3.
Single storey framed reinforced concrete
The mosque should include various spaces like ablution & Building size shall be
along with steel structure (if required) as per
toilets, corridor, prayer hall, store, shoe rack, ornamental based on number of users.
11 Mosque design requirements or structural steel with
works which stress the islamic elements, skylight dome, The mosque shall face
external cladding of block work along with
minaret, parking spaces etc. towards Mecca direction
sand lime bricks
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Building Type of Construction Design Requirement Remarks
No.
Open area surrounded with louvered
fencing and gate and comprises HVAC The area shall be designed to house the HVAC chillers,
12 Chiller Yard chillers, etc. pumps, room for electrical control panels, transformer and
shaded structures for equipment.
Steel / Reinforced Concrete
The building should include various spaces like dewaniya,
Single storey framed reinforced concrete House area shall be based
Residential master & kids bed rooms, living rooms, dressing rooms,
13 along with steel structure (if required) as per on number of users and
buildings (houses) toilets, pantry, maid room, driver room, store room, kitchen
design requirements the grade of the employee.
and utilities rooms, parking spaces, soft & hard landscape.
The building should include various spaces like tray washing
area, packing area, bakery & pastry area, store areas,
vegetables, salad, meat and fish preparation areas, freezer
rooms for vegetable, fish, meat & chicken, daily freezer
rooms, daily chiller rooms, waiting areas, main cooking area,
wet & dry garbage rooms, receiving office, dry ration, labour
rest room, locker rooms, separate bath rooms for labours, Kitchen area shall be
Single storey framed reinforced concrete /
14 Central Kitchen electrical rooms, engineering workshops, LAN / telecom based on the number of
steel structure
room, security equipment room, dry store, banquet store, meals to be prepared.
delivery office, offices, reception, separate toilets for offices,
gas cylinder room, parking spaces etc.
Gas cylinders shall be provided along all accessories / fittings
to supply gas from the cylinders to the kitchen at designated
places with fire & gas detectors.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

The draft of this document (KOC Recommended Practice for Architectural Design
Basis, Doc. No. KOC-AR-001, Rev. 0) had been circulated to KOC User Teams for
review & comments and responses received were suitably resolved and incorporated
into the document.

The Team Leader Standards - Chairman, ESTC Sub-committee (Technical) would like
to thank the KOC User Teams, ESTC Sub-committee (Technical) Members and Task
Force Members for providing technical inputs and valuable comments for the
successful development of this document.