Construction supervision and safety coordination during the execution phase

Studio Calia Srl carried out construction supervision and safety coordination during the execution phase for the installation of the new Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) unit within the Radiology Department of the San Martino Hospital in Oristano. This intervention is of major strategic importance for the entire city and the wider provincial area, which until now lacked a public MRI facility, forcing residents to travel long distances to access an essential diagnostic service. The project enabled the hospital to be equipped with state-of-the-art technology, significantly enhancing diagnostic capacity and reducing patient waiting times. The project involved a high level of technical complexity, related both to the specific system requirements of the MRI equipment and to the need to operate within a fully functioning hospital department. A precision RF shielding system and a complete Faraday cage were installed to ensure proper protection against electromagnetic interference and guarantee full operational efficiency of the equipment. The HVAC and air treatment system was designed and managed through a dedicated air handling unit (AHU), capable of maintaining stable and optimal thermo-hygrometric conditions for both equipment performance and healthcare staff comfort. High-efficiency ventilation and filtration systems were also implemented, in compliance with sector regulations for advanced-technology medical environments. Construction supervision required constant coordination among various contractors and specialized suppliers, ensuring compliance with strict safety requirements, execution precision, and compatibility with the existing structures. Particular attention was also given to worker safety and to maintaining continuity of hospital services throughout the construction phase. The final result is a healthcare infrastructure of excellence, technologically advanced and fully integrated within the hospital context, representing a significant step forward in strengthening the diagnostic capabilities of the public healthcare system in Sardinia.