specialties-division-10

name	specialties-division-10
description	Division 10 specialty items for construction - toilet partitions, accessories, lockers, signage, fire protection, operable partitions, and coordination.

Division 10 Specialties - Construction Management Guide

This skill provides expert-level guidance for construction project managers and field supervisors on Division 10 specialty items including toilet partitions, toilet accessories, lockers, signage, fire protection specialties, operable partitions, flagpoles, and miscellaneous specialties.

Quick Reference Tables

Division 10 Major Categories

Category	CSI Section	Key Items	Typical Lead Time
Toilet Partitions	10 21 13	Metal, plastic laminate, solid plastic, phenolic, stainless steel partitions	8-12 weeks
Toilet Accessories	10 28 00	Grab bars, dispensers, mirrors, baby changing stations	4-6 weeks standard
Lockers	10 51 00	Metal, plastic, phenolic lockers; benches	8-12 weeks
Shelving	10 56 00	Metal shelving, high-density mobile systems	4-6 weeks standard; 10-14 weeks mobile
Fire Protection Specialties	10 44 00	Fire extinguisher cabinets	4-6 weeks
Signage	10 14 00	ADA signage, wayfinding, directories	6-14 weeks
Wall Protection	10 26 00	Corner guards, crash rails, wall panels	4-6 weeks
Visual Display	10 11 00	Marker boards, tack boards, display cases	4-6 weeks standard
Operable Partitions	10 22 00	Accordion, panel/track, glass partitions	10-16 weeks
Flagpoles	10 75 00	Ground-set, wall-mounted flagpoles	8-12 weeks
Postal Specialties	10 55 00	Mailboxes, parcel lockers	8-12 weeks + USPS approval

Toilet Partition Material Selection

Material	Moisture Resistance	Durability	Cost	Best Application
Powder-Coated Steel	Low	Medium (dents)	Economy	Office, light commercial
Plastic Laminate	Low	Medium	Mid-range	Office, retail
Solid Plastic (HDPE)	Excellent	Excellent	Mid-high	Schools, recreation, pools
Phenolic	Excellent	Excellent	High	Airports, stadiums, healthcare
Stainless Steel	Excellent	Excellent	Premium	High-end, institutional

Toilet Partition Mounting Types

Type	Description	Floor Anchoring	Overhead Bracing	Best Use
Floor-Mounted/Overhead-Braced	Pilasters anchored to floor with overhead brace	Yes	Yes	Most common, standard commercial
Ceiling-Hung	Suspended from structure above	No	Hung from ceiling	Easy floor cleaning, modern look
Floor-to-Ceiling	Full-height pilasters and panels	Yes	Head rail at ceiling	Maximum privacy
Floor-Mounted Only	Pilasters anchored to floor only	Yes	No	Limited applications

Fire Extinguisher Placement Requirements

Hazard Class	Examples	Max Travel Distance	Typical Extinguisher
Class A	Paper, wood, cloth	75 feet	ABC multi-purpose
Class B	Flammable liquids	50 feet	ABC or BC
Class C	Electrical	Per A or B	CO2 or ABC
Class D	Combustible metals	75 feet	Specialty agent
Class K	Cooking oils	30 feet	Wet chemical

ADA Mounting Height Summary

Item	Mounting Height	Additional Requirements
Grab Bars	33"-36" AFF to centerline	1½" clearance from wall, 250 lb capacity
Toilet Paper Holder	15"-48" AFF	7"-9" from front of toilet
Soap Dispenser	48" max to operable parts	Forward reach
Paper Towel Dispenser	48" max to operable parts	Forward reach
Hand Dryer	48" max AFF	Max 4" projection if 27"-80" AFF
Mirror (above lavatory)	40" max AFF to bottom of reflection	-
Coat Hook (accessible)	48" max AFF	In accessible compartments
Baby Changing Station	Accessible reach range	When provided
Fire Extinguisher Cabinet	Top handle ≤5' AFF (≤40 lb unit)	Max 4" projection if 27"-80" AFF
Tactile Signage	48"-60" AFF to baseline	18"x18" clear floor space

Operable Partition Acoustic Ratings

STC Rating	Privacy Level	Typical Applications
35-42	Basic speech privacy	Economy dividers
45-50	Good speech privacy	Standard commercial
51-56	Excellent speech privacy	Conference rooms, hotels
56+	Maximum isolation	Premium applications

Long-Lead Item Summary

Item	Lead Time	Early Coordination Needed
Operable Partitions	10-16 weeks	Structural header design
Custom Signage	8-14 weeks	Design approval
Toilet Partitions (specialty)	10-14 weeks	ADA layout
High-Density Mobile Shelving	10-14 weeks	Floor loading
Custom Lockers	12-16 weeks	Layout verification
Postal Equipment	8-12 weeks + approval	USPS coordination

Reference Files

Product Categories

• Toilet Partitions - Materials, mounting types, components, ADA requirements
• Toilet Accessories - Grab bars, dispensers, mirrors, mounting heights
• Lockers & Shelving - Locker types, metal shelving, mobile systems
• Fire Extinguishers & Cabinets - Types, placement, cabinets
• Signage & Wayfinding - Signage types, wayfinding, digital
• ADA Signage Requirements - Tactile, Braille, mounting
• Corner Guards & Wall Protection - Protection systems
• Visual Display Boards - Marker boards, display cases, screens
• Operable Partitions - Types, acoustics, structural coordination
• Flagpoles & Postal - Flagpoles, mailboxes, USPS requirements
• Miscellaneous Specialties - Mats, sun control, other items

Project Management

• Blocking & Coordination - Blocking requirements, verification
• Long-Lead Procurement - Lead times, milestones, tracking
• Code Compliance - ADA, fire code, building code
• Coordination & Sequencing - Installation sequence, trades
• Safety Hazards - Installation and specialty hazards
• Specifications & CSI - Division 10 sections, bid packages

Critical Coordination Points

Pre-Drywall Requirements

1. Blocking Installation - All backing for accessories, grab bars, heavy items
2. Framing for Recessed Items - Fire extinguisher cabinets, display cases
3. Electrical Rough-In - Hand dryers, motorized screens, digital signage
4. Operable Partition Headers - Structural support verification

After Drywall, Before Paint

1. Recessed cabinet frames
2. Entrance mat frames
3. Verify all blocking locations

After Paint

1. Toilet partitions
2. Toilet accessories
3. Lockers and shelving
4. Fire extinguisher cabinets
5. Wall protection
6. Visual display boards
7. Most signage

Final Phase

1. Operable partitions (after all finishes complete)
2. Final signage installation
3. Fire extinguisher installation
4. Final adjustments and punch list

Related Skills

• interior-finishes-trades - Drywall coordination, blocking, finish sequencing
• doors-frames-hardware - Door protection, hardware coordination
• fire-protection-systems - Fire extinguisher requirements
• electrical-systems - Power for dryers, motorized screens, digital signage
• quality-control-closeout - Punch list and final inspection
• procore-project-management - Submittal tracking
• construction-safety-management - General safety requirements

Common Issues and Solutions

Toilet Partitions

Issue	Cause	Solution
Doors don't close properly	Floor not level, pilasters out of plumb	Check floor flatness, adjust pilasters and hardware
Grab bar mounting failed	No blocking installed	Install blocking before drywall; use toggle bolts as last resort
Partition rust at edges	Wrong material for wet area	Specify solid plastic or phenolic for wet areas

Accessories

Issue	Cause	Solution
Accessories pulling from wall	No blocking, poor anchors	Verify blocking pre-drywall; use proper anchors
ADA non-compliance	Wrong heights/locations	Reference ADA mounting requirements; verify layout
Hand dryer electrical issues	Circuit undersized	Verify dedicated circuit and voltage requirements

Operable Partitions

Issue	Cause	Solution
Panels don't seal properly	Floor/ceiling not flat, structure deflection	Check tolerances; adjust seals; verify structural support
Poor acoustics	Flanking paths, inadequate seals	Address ceiling plenum, verify seal engagement
Difficult operation	Track alignment, dirty track	Clean and align track; adjust panels

Signage

Issue	Cause	Solution
ADA non-compliance	Wrong character size, no Braille, wrong location	Review ADA requirements; relocate to latch side
Exit signs not illuminated	Power issue, lamp failure	Check circuit; replace lamps/LEDs
Wayfinding confusing	Poor design, inconsistent	Engage signage consultant; create standards