Auditorium:
It is a room to enable an audience to hear and watch performance at venue such as theater . it is
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A large room as comparison of room .It should be comfortable to all the people inside in it . all
the facilities like fan, cc camera ,light, ventilation, windows and proper door size must be
provided other facilities like wash room, drinking water etc must be added .This hall can be
used as multipurpose hall too.
Types Of Auditorium:
1. End stage theatre: auditorium with audience only on the front side.
2. Thrust theatre: auditorium with audience surrounded on three sides.
3. Arene theatre
• Having audience on all sides
• A theatre without a proscenium
4. Flexible theatre
•With flexible space and seating arrangement
Plan:
Bubble diagram:
SPACE REQUIREMENT:
0.65-0.84)sq M/seat
Maximum 16 seats per aisle
25 seats if door size width is 1m
Stage:(0.46-0.65)M²/ person
Rehearsal room:(35-50)% of stage area
Workshop:(50-70)% of stage
Ceiling height:(6-7.5)m
Distance between stage and front row: 3.6-4.5)m
Changing room:(3.8-5)M²/person
Raised floor:
For good visibility and good listening conditions successive rows of seats have to be
raised.
Design guidelines:
The problem of noise is an important consideration.
The quietest possible condition should be provided so that intelligibility of speech doesn’t
suffer and even soft messages of music are heard.
Sound insulation like plantation should be provided.
Echo should be avoided by covering a long distance walls ceiling with suitable sound
absorbing material
Maximum vertical cone of vision for man is 70° so the seats should should be arranged
not to be near more than this.
Similarly maximum horizontal cone of vision is 150° (60+90
Seating space:
The dimensions of the seating space in an auditorium can vary widely based on factors such
as seating capacity, aisle width, legroom, sightlines, and stage size. There is no single
standard dimension for auditorium seating, as it depends on the specific design and purpose
of the auditorium.
For example, a basic auditorium should allow between 0.7 and 1 square meters per person. If
the auditorium is used for shows, you should add an additional 0.8 square meters per person.
If the seats are fixed, consider an area of at least 0.5 square meters per person for seated
spectators.
Entry of Auditorium:
An "entry of an auditorium" typically refers to the designated point or area where individuals enter
the auditorium, which is a large room or building designed for public gatherings, such as concerts,
lectures, presentations, or performances. The entry of an auditorium is the location where audience
members or attendees access the interior of the auditorium. This entry point is often equipped with
doors, ticket counters, security checks, and ushers to guide and assist people as they enter the
facility. The entry of an auditorium is a crucial component of its design, ensuring a smooth flow of
attendees and efficient management of the audience before, during, and after events.
The dimensions for the entry of school auditorium:
Width: 8 to 12 feet (2.4 to 3.7 meters) or more, depending on the size of the auditorium and
the expected number of attendees.
Double doors: doors with a width of 36 to 48 inches (91 to 122 cm) each.
Height: around 8 to 10 feet (2.4 to 3 meters).
Exit of Auditorium:
The "exit" of an auditorium refers to a designated point or area through which individuals leave
the auditorium. It serves as a crucial component of the auditorium's design, ensuring a safe and
efficient means of egress for the audience and participants after an event or performance. Exits
are typically marked with signage, well-lit, and designed to be easily accessible. They may
include exit doors or pathways that lead to corridors, staircases, or outdoor areas.
The dimensions for the exit of school auditorium:
Exit width: minimum width of 36 inches (91 cm) to 48 inches (122 cm).
Number of Exits: The number of exits required is typically based on the
auditorium's seating capacity and local building codes. Generally, multiple exits are
necessary to ensure a safe evacuation.
Height: around 8 to 10 feet (2.4 to 3 meters).
Security and Safety:
Security and safety for schools encompass measures and practices designed to protect students,
staff, and visitors from physical and psychological harm. This includes preventing threats,
ensuring physical safety, and addressing health, emotional, and psychological well-being.
Safety include two major aspect:
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Physical safety in a school context refers to measures and conditions that protect the physical
well-being of students, staff, and visitors. Physical safety measures include fire safety,
controlled access, surveillance, secure entryways, safety drills, health and hygiene practices, and
the provision of safe and well-maintained facilities. The primary goal is to create a secure and
protective environment that reduces the risk of harm to all individuals within the school.
Some examples:
Fire
Causes :
Over load bear of electrical fuse.
Chemical reaction from lab.
Gas leakage from lab and current.
Solution:
Well insulating electric wire.
Easy access to fire safety mat.
Switch off gas if no use. Quickly
Apply fire alarm system run
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Natural disasters management
Consider the building, having structure stability check to ensure safety.
Secure furniture, i.e tall shelf computer cabinet should be attached to wall.
Create a emergency supply.
Practice evacuations process of any hazard.
Earthquake-resistant construction should be done by, properly grounded and connected
through its foundation to the earth
2. Emotional safety / psychological safety
Emotional safety or psychological safety in a school context refers to creating an environment
where students and staff feel secure, supported, and free from emotional or psychological harm.
It involves promoting an atmosphere where individuals can express themselves, share their
thoughts and feelings, and engage in learning without fear of ridicule, discrimination, or
judgment. Emotional safety is essential for promoting mental well-being, self-esteem, and
positive social interactions.
SANITATION AND HYGIENE
TRAUMA MANAGEMENT
HEALTHY SAFETY
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Safety factor of building:
Must be well tie up beam and column.
Expansion joint at regular interval.
Ratio of length and breadth of building should be less than 1:3
Structure with larger base is safer as compared to structure with splender shape with lesser base
area.
Building with u,v,h shaped plans have sustained significant damages.
In many case damage can be manage by making
building in two part
