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Preapproval Programs

HCAI Office of Statewide Hospital Planning and Development (OSHPD) has five distinct preapproval programs that operate under the Structural Support Unit (SSU) and Inspection Services Unit (ISU).

OSHPD Preapproved Prefabricated Components and Systems (PCS)

The OSHPD Preapproved Prefabricated Components and Systems (PCS) program is created to provide a multi-discipline preapproval for prefabricated components and systems for healthcare construction projects. This will streamline the review process for components and systems as there will be multiple disciplines that are preapproved. PCS eliminates the need for manufacturers to find a healthcare construction project to get their systems reviewed, not only saving time from repetitive plan review, but also greatly reducing uncertainty of getting approval.

If you have questions regarding the PCS program please send an email to PPCS@hcai.ca.gov

List of PCS

Submit an Application for PCS

Submit an Application for OSHPD Preapproved Prefabricated Components and Systems (PCS) by completing a PDF Application and submitting it via email

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OSHPD Preapproval of Manufacturer’s Certification (OPM)

The OSHPD Preapproval of Manufacturer’s Certification (OPM) is a voluntary program for review and preapproval of seismic design of supports and attachments for nonstructural components to be used in health facilities construction in California.

If you have questions regarding the OPM program please send an email to OPM@hcai.ca.gov

List of OPM

Submit an Application for OPM

Submit an Application for OSHPD Preapproval of Manufacturer's Certification (OPM) through eServices Portal (eSP)

eServices Portal (eSP) eSP User Guide
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OSHPD Special Seismic Certification Preapproval (OSP)

The OSHPD Special Seismic Certification Preapproval (OSP) is a voluntary program for review and preapproval of Special Seismic Certifications to be used in health facilities construction in California.

If you have questions regarding the OSP program please send an email to OSP@hcai.ca.gov

List of OSP

Submit an Application for OSP

Submit an Application for OSHPD Special Seismic Certification Preapproval (OSP) through eServices Portal (eSP)

eServices Portal (eSP) eSP User Guide
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OSHPD Preapproved Agency (OPAA)

The OSHPD Preapproved Agency (OPAA) is a voluntary program for Structural Tests and Special Inspections agencies providing services to California′s Health Facilities Construction. OPAA is issued on the basis of the Agency′s accreditation or DSA-LEA approval in accordance with PIN 58:

If you have questions regarding the OPAA program please send an email to OPAA@hcai.ca.gov

List of OPAA
OPAA Quick Start Guide

Submit an Application for OPAA

Submit an Application for OSHPD Preapproved Agency (OPA) through eServices Portal (eSP). Please use the OPAA Quick Start Guide for instructions on creating a new OPAA, renewing an OPAA, or updating OPAA Personnel

eServices Portal (eSP) eSP User Guide
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OSHPD Preapproved Details (OPD)

The OSHPD Preapproved Details (OPD) are standard architectural and engineering details developed by HCAI OSHPD for use in California heath facilities construction, at the discretion of Registered Design Professionals (RDP).

    If you have questions regarding the OPD program please send an email to OPD@hcai.ca.gov

    List of OPD
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