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Learning Lab Services and Power Planning for Schools
Locate the equipment first, then coordinate outlets, switches and maintenance access with the relevant trades.
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Walkthrough checklist
- Make a schedule of fixed and portable equipment and note where each will actually be used.
- Overlay service routes and outlets on the furniture drawings before approving joinery.
- Keep shutoffs and frequently serviced connections reachable and have the relevant specialist verify the provision.
Worked example
Imagine a learner using a laptop, desk lamp and tablet charger, with outlets currently behind a bookcase and cords crossing the chair area.
Draw the desk and shelf positions first, then locate connections beside the equipment's normal parking spots. Keep cords away from feet and moving chairs, and have a qualified electrician review any outlet changes.
How to test it
Check locations against the final furniture and appliance drawings before walls or cabinets are closed.
Apply it to this space
- Layout
- Arrange tables around a central demonstration surface and keep material storage along the perimeter.
- Detail
- Choose hard-wearing worktops, task lighting, and clearly labeled storage for shared tools.
- Trade-off
- More open collaboration area reduces fixed storage capacity.
- Set up a typical project activity
- Check teacher visibility across the room
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