Code Red Consultants
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Experience: Service: Fire Protection & Life Safety Code Consulting

The Heights at Haverhill

Located along the Merrimack River, the Heights is a new luxury apartment & mixed-use building offering upscale living and amenities for residential and retail tenants. The ten-story, 75,000 square foot high-rise building includes six stories of apartments for rent, a two-story culinary school and incubator space for local entrepreneurs, a first-floor restaurant/lobby, capped off by the Level 10 bar and function facility with a large roof deck.

Designed by SGA, Code Red Consultants served as the code consultant on the project and developed a detailed code report documenting compliance with the local building and fire codes, reviewed architectural plans for code compliance, and worked closely with Haverhill’s Building Department to resolve any code-related concerns. Code Red Consultants also served in a Third-Party Review capacity for the project’s sprinkler and fire alarm systems.

Location

Haverhill, Mass.

Size

75,000 SF
10 stories

Completion

2020

The Heights at Haverhill

Located along the Merrimack River, the Heights is a new luxury apartment & mixed-use building offering upscale living and amenities for residential and retail tenants. The ten-story, 75,000 square foot high-rise building includes six stories of apartments for rent, a two-story culinary school and incubator space for local entrepreneurs, a first-floor restaurant/lobby, capped off by the Level 10 bar and function facility with a large roof deck.

Designed by SGA, Code Red Consultants served as the code consultant on the project and developed a detailed code report documenting compliance with the local building and fire codes, reviewed architectural plans for code compliance, and worked closely with Haverhill’s Building Department to resolve any code-related concerns. Code Red Consultants also served in a Third-Party Review capacity for the project’s sprinkler and fire alarm systems.

Puritan Medical Products

COVID-19 has put a strain on existing testing swab manufacturing facilities prompting Puritan Medical Products to expand their existing capabilities. The decision was made to renovate and refresh an existing 144,000-square-foot manufacturing and warehouse facility at 129 North Main Street in Pittsfield, Maine. The existing property and structure had not been in operational use for a few years and needed significant architectural, mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) upgrades to support the new state of the art equipment for their manufacturing process. In order to meet the immediate demand for swabs, an aggressive design build project delivery schedule was implemented by Puritan Medical and the building Owner/General Contractor Cianbro. This approach provided the project with a single point of responsibility, while allowing the designers and contractor to work together to complete the project within a few months from commencement.

Code Red Consultants worked closely with Ci Design in order to deliver a safe and efficient building. There were many unique challenges throughout the project due to the older character of the existing building, including mixed construction type and multiple additions that required reconciliation to result in a unified facility. After a quick transformation, the facility now serves as the modern manufacturing and warehouse space best suited to meet the company’s and country’s current needs.

Excitingly, Puritan Medical Products has partnered with the same project delivery team for a second facility. The scope of that project will be to further expand production of the testing swaps to support local and national demands.

Location

Pittsfield, Maine

Size

144,000 SF

Completion

2020

Puritan Medical Products

COVID-19 has put a strain on existing testing swab manufacturing facilities prompting Puritan Medical Products to expand their existing capabilities. The decision was made to renovate and refresh an existing 144,000-square-foot manufacturing and warehouse facility at 129 North Main Street in Pittsfield, Maine. The existing property and structure had not been in operational use for a few years and needed significant architectural, mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) upgrades to support the new state of the art equipment for their manufacturing process. In order to meet the immediate demand for swabs, an aggressive design build project delivery schedule was implemented by Puritan Medical and the building Owner/General Contractor Cianbro. This approach provided the project with a single point of responsibility, while allowing the designers and contractor to work together to complete the project within a few months from commencement.

Code Red Consultants worked closely with Ci Design in order to deliver a safe and efficient building. There were many unique challenges throughout the project due to the older character of the existing building, including mixed construction type and multiple additions that required reconciliation to result in a unified facility. After a quick transformation, the facility now serves as the modern manufacturing and warehouse space best suited to meet the company’s and country’s current needs.

Excitingly, Puritan Medical Products has partnered with the same project delivery team for a second facility. The scope of that project will be to further expand production of the testing swaps to support local and national demands.

One Kendall Square Lab Compliance Strategy

Code Red Consultants (CRC) has provided code consulting services on the One Kendall Square Campus to direct to the Building Owner associated with laboratory chemical storage and use compliance. Starting in 2017, CRC performed an initial assessment of the 7-building campus to document and evaluate existing conditions and establish a master plan concept for compliance that the owner could utilize on future tenant fit out and renovation projects. Since that time, CRC has continued to provide support on a project-by-project basis to ensure that a consistent control area compliance approach in accordance with the Massachusetts State Building Code and Comprehensive Fire Code was implemented. The control area compliance strategy includes navigating challenges such as vertical openings and building connections with varying construction types. Most recently, Code Red Consultants provided support associated with obtaining flammable licenses with the City of Cambridge for two of the buildings on campus to support the evolving needs of the multi-tenant laboratory tenants. Additional work on campus includes the preparation of NFPA 241 Construction Fire Safety Plans as well as egress and accessibility consulting services.

Location

Cambridge, Mass.

Size

676,000 SF

Completion

ongoing

One Kendall Square Lab Compliance Strategy

Code Red Consultants (CRC) has provided code consulting services on the One Kendall Square Campus to direct to the Building Owner associated with laboratory chemical storage and use compliance. Starting in 2017, CRC performed an initial assessment of the 7-building campus to document and evaluate existing conditions and establish a master plan concept for compliance that the owner could utilize on future tenant fit out and renovation projects. Since that time, CRC has continued to provide support on a project-by-project basis to ensure that a consistent control area compliance approach in accordance with the Massachusetts State Building Code and Comprehensive Fire Code was implemented. The control area compliance strategy includes navigating challenges such as vertical openings and building connections with varying construction types. Most recently, Code Red Consultants provided support associated with obtaining flammable licenses with the City of Cambridge for two of the buildings on campus to support the evolving needs of the multi-tenant laboratory tenants. Additional work on campus includes the preparation of NFPA 241 Construction Fire Safety Plans as well as egress and accessibility consulting services.

Donor Network of Arizona

Designed by Shepley Bulfinch and constructed by Wespac Construction, the Donor Network of Arizona (DNA) completed its new 2-story, 70,000 square foot headquarters located in Tempe, AZ. The DNA is a nonprofit organization that works with community and health care partners to coordinate organ, eye, and tissue donation for transplant. The new building will consolidate and house their 200+ employees and includes new offices, laboratories, and support space. The offices are primarily open to allow a focus on collaboration and communication which are vital aspects of the organization’s values.

Code Red Consultants served as the code consultant on the project and developed a detailed code report documenting compliance with the local building and fire codes, reviewed architectural plans for code compliance, and worked closely with Tempe’s Plan Review Department to resolve any code-related concerns. We are thrilled to have been part of the project for such an important and passionate organization.

Location

Tempe, Arizona

Size

70,000 SF

Cost

$18 million

Completion

Fall 2020

Photography Credit

©2021 Kevin C. Korczyk

Donor Network of Arizona

Designed by Shepley Bulfinch and constructed by Wespac Construction, the Donor Network of Arizona (DNA) completed its new 2-story, 70,000 square foot headquarters located in Tempe, AZ. The DNA is a nonprofit organization that works with community and health care partners to coordinate organ, eye, and tissue donation for transplant. The new building will consolidate and house their 200+ employees and includes new offices, laboratories, and support space. The offices are primarily open to allow a focus on collaboration and communication which are vital aspects of the organization’s values.

Code Red Consultants served as the code consultant on the project and developed a detailed code report documenting compliance with the local building and fire codes, reviewed architectural plans for code compliance, and worked closely with Tempe’s Plan Review Department to resolve any code-related concerns. We are thrilled to have been part of the project for such an important and passionate organization.

UMass Lowell Coburn Hall

In January 2020, UMass Lowell moved back into the University’s original academic Building, Coburn Hall. This building underwent a dramatic $47 million renovation, restoration and expansion. Working closely with CBT Architects, this challenging project successfully maintained the historic fabric of the 123-year-old building while allowing for necessary upgrades to the facility including modernized classroom and office spaces, accessibility upgrades, and new MEPFP systems. The most noticeable change to the building is a four-story, 14,000-square-foot addition at the rear of the existing 60,000 SF facility. Beyond providing an accessible entrance to Coburn Hall’s lower level, the addition includes a second-floor hallway (lined with offices) that provides an accessible “bridge” between the building’s two wings. Code Red Consultants served in the role of fire protection, life safety, and accessibility code consultant on the project.

Location

Lowell, Mass.

Size

74,000 square feet

Cost

$47 million

Completion

January 2020

Photography Credit

Wikimedia user Ktr101 under Creative Commons license. No changes were made.

UMass Lowell Coburn Hall

In January 2020, UMass Lowell moved back into the University’s original academic Building, Coburn Hall. This building underwent a dramatic $47 million renovation, restoration and expansion. Working closely with CBT Architects, this challenging project successfully maintained the historic fabric of the 123-year-old building while allowing for necessary upgrades to the facility including modernized classroom and office spaces, accessibility upgrades, and new MEPFP systems. The most noticeable change to the building is a four-story, 14,000-square-foot addition at the rear of the existing 60,000 SF facility. Beyond providing an accessible entrance to Coburn Hall’s lower level, the addition includes a second-floor hallway (lined with offices) that provides an accessible “bridge” between the building’s two wings. Code Red Consultants served in the role of fire protection, life safety, and accessibility code consultant on the project.

Logan International Airport Terminal B Optimization

Travelers at Logan International Airport will enjoy an enhanced passenger experience as a result of the newly renovated Terminal B. Designed by AECOM and constructed by Turner Construction, the Terminal B Optimization project consolidated American Airlines operations from two locations to Pier B in the terminal. This change will now offer a streamlined passenger security screening experience and improved operational efficiency. The project included 83,000 SF of new construction and 81,000 SF of renovations to the terminal area. Highlights consisted of consolidating checkpoints, connecting all gates post security, an improved food court and concession areas, and a new Great Hall as a focal point of the terminal. All of the interior work was constructed while maintaining airline operations and an active terminal. Code Red Consultants was responsible for developing a comprehensive code report for the project, reviewing architectural plans for code compliance, and working closely with Massport Capital Programs, the Office of Public Safety and Inspections, and Massport Fire Rescue to ensure all stakeholders were on the same page with regards to fire protection and life safety throughout the project. We were also responsible for developing interim life safety plans to demonstrate code compliance to the Authorities Having Jurisdiction during numerous phases of construction.

Location

Boston, Mass.

Size

New Construction: 83,000 square feet
Renovation: 81,000 square feet

Cost

$130 million

Completion

2019

Photography Credit

AECOM Corporate Photographer Rob Williamson

Logan International Airport Terminal B Optimization

Travelers at Logan International Airport will enjoy an enhanced passenger experience as a result of the newly renovated Terminal B. Designed by AECOM and constructed by Turner Construction, the Terminal B Optimization project consolidated American Airlines operations from two locations to Pier B in the terminal. This change will now offer a streamlined passenger security screening experience and improved operational efficiency. The project included 83,000 SF of new construction and 81,000 SF of renovations to the terminal area. Highlights consisted of consolidating checkpoints, connecting all gates post security, an improved food court and concession areas, and a new Great Hall as a focal point of the terminal. All of the interior work was constructed while maintaining airline operations and an active terminal. Code Red Consultants was responsible for developing a comprehensive code report for the project, reviewing architectural plans for code compliance, and working closely with Massport Capital Programs, the Office of Public Safety and Inspections, and Massport Fire Rescue to ensure all stakeholders were on the same page with regards to fire protection and life safety throughout the project. We were also responsible for developing interim life safety plans to demonstrate code compliance to the Authorities Having Jurisdiction during numerous phases of construction.

The Overlook at St. Gabriel’s

The Overlook at St. Gabriel’s offers luxury apartment living on a historic property in Brighton, MA. This first phase of occupancy included both a new 6-story residential apartment building along with the conversion of the existing St. Gabriel’s Monastery and Church Buildings. The latter two historic buildings now serve as new residential apartments and amenities spaces.

Code Red Consultants teamed with CUBE 3 Studio for the design of the new 6-story residential apartment building featuring 5-stories of wood framed construction above a podium consisting of more than 500,000 SF. Additionally, Code Red Consultants was engaged for NFPA 241 compliance and phased occupancy services associated with both the new construction and renovation projects within the development. The firm worked with Cabot, Cabot & Forbes, Consigli Construction, and John Moriarty & Associates to verify that compliance with NFPA 241 was maintained as the associated construction operations and hazards changed, as well to develop a successful partial occupancy plan approved by the city.

Location

Brighton, Mass.

Size

6 stories
500,000 square feet

Completion

May 2020

The Overlook at St. Gabriel’s

The Overlook at St. Gabriel’s offers luxury apartment living on a historic property in Brighton, MA. This first phase of occupancy included both a new 6-story residential apartment building along with the conversion of the existing St. Gabriel’s Monastery and Church Buildings. The latter two historic buildings now serve as new residential apartments and amenities spaces.

Code Red Consultants teamed with CUBE 3 Studio for the design of the new 6-story residential apartment building featuring 5-stories of wood framed construction above a podium consisting of more than 500,000 SF. Additionally, Code Red Consultants was engaged for NFPA 241 compliance and phased occupancy services associated with both the new construction and renovation projects within the development. The firm worked with Cabot, Cabot & Forbes, Consigli Construction, and John Moriarty & Associates to verify that compliance with NFPA 241 was maintained as the associated construction operations and hazards changed, as well to develop a successful partial occupancy plan approved by the city.

NEMA Boston Seaport Residences

NEMA Boston is located in the Seaport neighborhood at 399 Congress Street and considered as Boston’s smartest new apartment residence. The building is 21-stories in height with three subgrade parking levels and consists largely of dwelling units with accessory parking. The top floor is dedicated to amenities and contains a skyline pool framed by Boston’s breathtaking views.

Code Red Consultants was retained by the building owner, Crescent Heights, to provide fire protection and life safety consulting services as part of the project. Our services included the development of a NFPA 241 Construction Fire Safety Plan to provide the Boston Fire Department with key life safety site and system information necessary in the event of a fire or other emergency. The document summarized the logistics associated with site access and active fire protection and life safety systems at the time of response. In collaboration with John Moriarty & Associates (JMA), Code Red Consultants also worked to develop and implement a phased occupancy plan and an owner’s master construction fire safety program to allow for lower levels of the building to be occupied in phases while construction continued on the upper levels.

Code Red Consultants was also responsible for performing Smoke Control Special Inspections of the building’s pressurized stairways. During inspection, the smoke control special inspector (SCSI) verified that the smoke control equipment and system complied with the requirements contained within the applicable codes. To achieve this, Code Red Consultants performed drawing reviews of shop submittals, participated in meetings with the design team and AHJ’s, conducted site visits to witness duct leakage testing and to review damper locations and installation, and piloted comprehensive integrated testing of the smoke control, fire alarm, fire protection systems, and electrical systems. The systems were accepted by the Boston Fire Department on the first acceptance test, helping JMA and Crescent Heights complete the project.

Location

Boston, Mass.

Size

21 stories

Completion

2020

NEMA Boston Seaport Residences

NEMA Boston is located in the Seaport neighborhood at 399 Congress Street and considered as Boston’s smartest new apartment residence. The building is 21-stories in height with three subgrade parking levels and consists largely of dwelling units with accessory parking. The top floor is dedicated to amenities and contains a skyline pool framed by Boston’s breathtaking views.

Code Red Consultants was retained by the building owner, Crescent Heights, to provide fire protection and life safety consulting services as part of the project. Our services included the development of a NFPA 241 Construction Fire Safety Plan to provide the Boston Fire Department with key life safety site and system information necessary in the event of a fire or other emergency. The document summarized the logistics associated with site access and active fire protection and life safety systems at the time of response. In collaboration with John Moriarty & Associates (JMA), Code Red Consultants also worked to develop and implement a phased occupancy plan and an owner’s master construction fire safety program to allow for lower levels of the building to be occupied in phases while construction continued on the upper levels.

Code Red Consultants was also responsible for performing Smoke Control Special Inspections of the building’s pressurized stairways. During inspection, the smoke control special inspector (SCSI) verified that the smoke control equipment and system complied with the requirements contained within the applicable codes. To achieve this, Code Red Consultants performed drawing reviews of shop submittals, participated in meetings with the design team and AHJ’s, conducted site visits to witness duct leakage testing and to review damper locations and installation, and piloted comprehensive integrated testing of the smoke control, fire alarm, fire protection systems, and electrical systems. The systems were accepted by the Boston Fire Department on the first acceptance test, helping JMA and Crescent Heights complete the project.

Newton Pavilion

As part of the Massachusetts State response to the COVID pandemic, the Newton Pavilion which was purchased from Boston Medical Center was temporarily re-opened to provide care to homeless COVID patients. The building had been sold to the State the previous year and was vacant, as a renovation project was in the works to transform the site to the new home of Lemuel Shattuck Hospital. Code Red Consultants worked with the design team led by the S/L/A/M Collaborative, the Massachusetts Department of Capital and Asset Management (DCAM), Boston Medical Center, who will operate the facility, and State Officials. Our code consulting services were utilized to review the changes necessary for the reopening of the building for the homeless population. Code Red Consultants produced life safety drawings in addition to code compliance reviews and reports on the project.

Location

Boston, Mass.

Completion

2020

Newton Pavilion

As part of the Massachusetts State response to the COVID pandemic, the Newton Pavilion which was purchased from Boston Medical Center was temporarily re-opened to provide care to homeless COVID patients. The building had been sold to the State the previous year and was vacant, as a renovation project was in the works to transform the site to the new home of Lemuel Shattuck Hospital. Code Red Consultants worked with the design team led by the S/L/A/M Collaborative, the Massachusetts Department of Capital and Asset Management (DCAM), Boston Medical Center, who will operate the facility, and State Officials. Our code consulting services were utilized to review the changes necessary for the reopening of the building for the homeless population. Code Red Consultants produced life safety drawings in addition to code compliance reviews and reports on the project.

Maine Medical Center: Coulombe Family Tower Expansion

Maine Medical Center recently completed a two-story addition project to the Coulombe Family Tower on their main campus in Portland, ME. The project included the addition of 64 new single patient bedrooms dedicated to surgical and medical oncology care. The project also included the addition of two new helipads on the roof of the vertical addition. Code Red Consultants was retained directly by Maine Medical Center to serve as an independent third-party inspector during construction. CRC was responsible for performing firestopping special inspections, smoke control special inspections, fire door inspections, and field review of the overall life safety compliance of the construction of fire and smoke rated walls, means of egress, and other key life safety and fire protection features in accordance with the Maine Uniform Building Code, Rules of the Maine State Fire Marshal, and NFPA 101, the Life Safety Code as adopted by the Joint Commission and Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Code Red Consultants worked closely with owner and design team, which consisted of Maine Medical Center, Colliers International, Perkins & Will, and Turner Construction to help ensure that the construction was compliant with the applicable codes and standards. In addition to their inspection role, Code Red Consultants also prepared master life safety drawings for Maine Medical Center.

Location

Portland, Maine

Size

58,000 SF

Completion

2020

Maine Medical Center: Coulombe Family Tower Expansion

Maine Medical Center recently completed a two-story addition project to the Coulombe Family Tower on their main campus in Portland, ME. The project included the addition of 64 new single patient bedrooms dedicated to surgical and medical oncology care. The project also included the addition of two new helipads on the roof of the vertical addition. Code Red Consultants was retained directly by Maine Medical Center to serve as an independent third-party inspector during construction. CRC was responsible for performing firestopping special inspections, smoke control special inspections, fire door inspections, and field review of the overall life safety compliance of the construction of fire and smoke rated walls, means of egress, and other key life safety and fire protection features in accordance with the Maine Uniform Building Code, Rules of the Maine State Fire Marshal, and NFPA 101, the Life Safety Code as adopted by the Joint Commission and Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Code Red Consultants worked closely with owner and design team, which consisted of Maine Medical Center, Colliers International, Perkins & Will, and Turner Construction to help ensure that the construction was compliant with the applicable codes and standards. In addition to their inspection role, Code Red Consultants also prepared master life safety drawings for Maine Medical Center.