Storage Cabinets — Expert Answer
What storage cabinets are used at a healthcare nursing station?
Nursing station storage cabinets must satisfy: (1) HIPAA compliance — locking doors and drawers for patient records storage when unattended; (2) Infection control — smooth, non-porous surfaces cleanable with clinical disinfectants (powder-coated steel or solid laminate, not fabric or exposed particleboard edges); (3) Ergonomic access — adjustable shelves within the 15"–48" ADA reach zone; (4) Adequate depth (18"–20") for binders, forms, and supplies; (5) Quiet operation — soft-close hinges or damped drawer slides to minimize noise in patient care areas. Overhead cabinets at nursing stations often include locking glass-door sections for medication visibility without access. OfficeFurniture2go.com can specify healthcare-appropriate storage cabinets — call 1-800-460-0858.