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PROJECT UPDATE - ENABLING WORKS Pathology The construction of the new Pathology unit is nearing completion. Over the next couple of weeks final work on the interiors and installation of the lab benching will be completed, then testing and commissioning of the new unit will be undertaken prior to handover and occupation. PATHOLOGY IS MOVING Pathology will be relocating to their new unit over a two week period to ensure that Pathology remains operational through out the move. Relocation of Pathology will commence 06/12/2013 and be completed by 19/12/2013. Additional information regarding the relocation will be circulated in the near future. It is envisaged that staff will be able to visit the new facility prior to Pathology moving in. Date and times to be confirmed. Pneumatic Tube System (PTS) The PTS install in the hospital is now complete. Specimen send stations are located in the existing ED and in the lobby area adjacent to theatres on Level 5 Block C (see adjacent photo). The send station on Level 5 will also have a cupboard built around the unit with swipe card access for additional security. Testing and commissioning of the PTS will occur over the next two weeks however the system will not become operational until Pathology has fully relocated to the new unit. Staff training sessions will be arranged and scheduled before the PTS ’goes live’. STAFF UPDATE Project Update - Issue 6 November 2013 Want to know more about the project? Visit: www.lbhredevelopment.health.nsw.gov.au Email: [email protected] The Lismore Base Hospital Stage 3A redevelopment project is a jointly funded health service infrastructure investment initiative under the Health and Hospitals Fund Program, with the Australian Government contributing $60 million and the State providing $20 million.
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PROJECT UPDATE - ENABLING WORKS
Pathology
The construction of the new Pathology unit is
nearing completion.
Over the next couple of weeks final work on the
interiors and installation of the lab benching will be
completed, then testing and commissioning of the
new unit will be undertaken prior to handover and
occupation.
PATHOLOGY IS MOVING
Pathology will be relocating to their new unit
over a two week period to ensure that
Pathology remains operational through out
the move. Relocation of Pathology will
commence 06/12/2013 and be completed
by 19/12/2013. Additional information
regarding the relocation will be circulated in
the near future. It is envisaged that staff will be able to visit the new facility prior
to Pathology moving in. Date and times to be confirmed.
Pneumatic Tube System (PTS)
The PTS install in the hospital is now complete. Specimen
send stations are located in the existing ED and in the lobby
area adjacent to theatres on Level 5 Block C (see adjacent
photo). The send station on Level 5 will also have a cupboard
built around the unit with swipe card access for additional
security. Testing and commissioning of the PTS will occur
over the next two weeks however the system will not become
operational until Pathology has fully relocated to the new unit.
Staff training sessions will be arranged and scheduled before the PTS ’goes live’.
STAFF UPDATE
Project Update - Issue 6
November 2013
Want to know more about the project? Visit: www.lbhredevelopment.health.nsw.gov.au Email: [email protected]
The Lismore Base Hospital Stage 3A redevelopment project is a jointly funded health service
infrastructure investment initiative under the Health and Hospitals Fund Program, with the
Australian Government contributing $60 million and the State providing $20 million.
Temporary Mortuary
The construction of the temporary Mortuary has been completed and services
have been transferred from the old Mortuary to its new temporary location
adjacent to the loading dock. As noted in the previous newsletter, this temporary
Mortuary will be in operation for approximately two years until our new
permanent mortuary is built as part of the Stage 3A main works.
ENABLING WORKS - LOOK AHEAD
Other upcoming enabling works activities are;
Telstra Cable Diversions on Uralba Street
commencing late December 2013 early
January 2014.
Demolition of existing Pathology &
Mortuary buildings due to commence
January 2014.
New Maternity unit construction East of
Block A is targeted to commence on site
February 2014.
PROJECT UPDATE - MAIN WORKS
The Stage 3A town planning submission public exhibition period has closed and we are awaiting formal feedback from the Department of Planning & Infrastructure.
Main works Expression of Interest (EOI) tender package was issued to the market in October 2013 and is currently under assessment.
A way finding and signage review of the hospital has been completed.
A separate Business Case is being prepared for new car parking facilities.
Want to know more about the project? Visit: www.lbhredevelopment.health.nsw.gov.au Email: [email protected]
Project Update - Issue 6
November 2013
The Lismore Base Hospital Stage 3A redevelopment project is a jointly funded health service
infrastructure investment initiative under the Health and Hospitals Fund Program, with the
Australian Government contributing $60 million and the State providing $20 million.
Below is a picture of the proposed upgrade to the LBH main entry showing the
new public drop off zone, pedestrian ramps and stairs including the new ED
ambulance parking bays.
Below are a few images showing the proposed new canopy at the main entry off
Uralba Street, internal areas of the new Renal and Emergency Departments.
New Canopy (below)
New Renal Staff Station (below)
New ED Reception (below)
Feedback
Any feedback or enquiries should be directed to Scott Huxley
([email protected]) and will be addressed by the project
team.
Want to know more about the project? Visit: www.lbhredevelopment.health.nsw.gov.au Email: [email protected]
Project Update - Issue 6
November 2013
The Lismore Base Hospital Stage 3A redevelopment project is a jointly funded health service
infrastructure investment initiative under the Health and Hospitals Fund Program, with the
Australian Government contributing $60 million and the State providing $20 million.
