Discover the advantages of a modular emergency room for hospitals

In order to limit the spread of coronavirus, as well as to minimise the risk of infection among members of the medical staff, good organisation is essential. Procedures must also be in place from the moment patients are admitted to the ward. For this purpose, a modular emergency room in the hospital is ideal. What is this solution and why should you opt for it?

What is a modular emergency room?

A modular emergency room is a facility built from prefabricated modules, created in a closed production facility (with strictly defined and repeatable processes). The modular emergency room is an excellent way to reduce the number of infections with the SARS-CoV-2 pathogen as soon as patients present themselves at the hospital. The building is designed to provide maximum protection for doctors, nurses and other healthcare workers.

The advantages of the design are also recognised by the directors of infectious disease hospitals, who were consulted about the technologies used. The Covid Firewall Eco or Covid Firewall Pro, as these innovative solutions are called, allow patients to be admitted both on an emergency and planned basis. It is worth mentioning that prefabrication technology is also being used to build other specialised facilities. To learn more about this topic, we encourage you to read the articles: "What is a mobile modular hospital? Find out more' and 'Mobile intensive care units in the fight against coronavirus'.

What benefits does the modular emergency room provide?

A modular hospital building is an excellent investment. The key benefits of betting on such a solution include:
Possibility of free adaptation of the facility after the end of the pandemic

The mobile units are characterised by their scalability. In order to obtain a functional facility, it is sufficient to add additional rooms or floors to it - the Covid Firewall Eco is adapted to accommodate 2 additional storeys, while the Firewall Pro version allows the structure to be extended by 4 storeys. Also noteworthy is the freely configurable room layout. This means that once the coronavirus pandemic has been brought under control, the building will be suitable for other uses, such as a specialist clinic or administrative facilities.
Quick assembly and disassembly

Prefabricated buildings, including mobile modular hospitals or intensive care units, are characterised by their speed of construction, which is due to the fact that more than 80% of the work takes place in a closed production facility. Only the prefabricated components are assembled on site. As a result, the facility is ready for patients within a few weeks. Importantly, when necessary, the structure can be dismantled and the modules installed in another location.
No nuisance associated with the construction of the facility

As the works on the hospital site are kept to a minimum, they do not affect the operation of the facility. In addition, the works are not accompanied by nuisance in the form of dust, noise (as is the case with traditional building systems).
Sterility and safety

The facilities have implemented technologies to increase sterility and minimise the likelihood of infection. One of these includes continuous decontamination of the facility. Additional safety features include a pressure cascade that allows the structure to be divided into a clean and a dirty zone. The staff rooms have an independently operating ventilation system. What's more, the facility is equipped with a central supply and exhaust ventilation system with recuperation (with Covid Firewall Pro, the total number of air changes for mechanical ventilation is 8, while for Covid Firewall Pro it is 4).
Thoughtful design

The design of the Covid Firewall building has been perfected down to the smallest detail. To minimise the risk of coronavirus emission between the swabbing point and the rest of the premises, a decontamination airlock has been installed (for more on this solution, see the article "What is a decontamination airlock - find out the advantages"). There are also additional single rooms for patients who, due to their condition, require special care.
Use of modern technology

The modular emergency room also has state-of-the-art features, which contributes to the safety and comfort of the medical staff. Facilities include monitoring covering the waiting room and patient rooms, as well as a call system - this reduces the need for personal supervision.
Structural durability

The building is characterised by excellent technical parameters. The fire resistance is REI 60/120 and the load-bearing capacity of the floors is 500 kg/m. The building also stands out for its excellent thermal and acoustic insulation.
Who is the mobile emergency room for?

The modular building has been developed for inpatient facilities to protect doctors and nurses from contracting COVID-19. The building has been developed to allow safe testing for coronavirus in waiting hospital admissions. The mobile block is characterised by its thoughtful design. The rooms have been laid out to ensure that people are comfortable after being swabbed for SARS-CoV-2 and then, depending on the result, redirected to designated areas. Thus, the solution allows patients to receive comprehensive medical care.