The NMBM Occupational Health and Wellness Centre Project is part of the Nelson Mandela Municipality’s Integrated Development Plan for 2006/07 to 2010/11, aimed at providing public health facilities and resulting in the development of this facility. It is designed to offer a more personalized healthcare environment for civil servants.
The Centre has been crafted to be sensitive in scale and character to the surrounding context, incorporating subtle design elements that distinguish it as an identifiable anchor within the community.
A strong emphasis on sustainability is reflected in the use of natural lighting and local building materials. To ensure a cost-effective and environmentally friendly structure, a C-Bus system was installed to control the artificial lighting and air conditioning. Sensors throughout the building activate the artificial lights when someone enters a room or area, and after a specified period of inactivity, the lights automatically turn off, preventing unnecessary energy consumption.
Additionally, the C-Bus system controls the air conditioning through the same sensors that manage the lights. When no movement is detected in a particular room or area, the air conditioners will switch off, contributing to energy savings.
The Wellness Centre comprises a ground floor dedicated to clinical services, which is divided into two wings. One wing houses the medicine dispensary, psychology department, and emergency services, while the ‘main clinic’ wing is designated for HIV and tuberculosis consultations, prevention, and treatment.
The first floor is dedicated to administration and health and safety officers, who conduct inspections at various sites.
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