Communication Systems

Intercom / Nurse Call Systems

Healthcare nurse call, multi-family intercom, and area of refuge communication systems — designed and installed by PCS across Utah.

Overview

Critical Communication When It Matters

Powered Control Systems installs intercom and nurse call systems for healthcare facilities, multi-family residential buildings, educational institutions, and commercial properties across Utah. These systems are among the most life-safety-critical communication platforms in any facility, and their installation demands the same level of expertise we bring to fire alarm work.

For healthcare clients, we install UL 1069-listed nurse call systems laid out to the FGI Guidelines, supporting your Joint Commission and Utah health department surveys. For multi-family buildings, our intercom systems provide secure entry management and resident communication that modern tenants expect.

PCS also installs and tests Area of Refuge (AOR) two-way communication systems — a code-required life safety element in multi-story buildings that provides communication for mobility-impaired occupants during emergency evacuation.

Our Capabilities

  • Healthcare nurse call systems (patient station to nurse station)
  • Wireless and wired nurse call configurations
  • Code blue and emergency call station installation
  • Multi-family building entry intercom and video intercom
  • Apartment-to-gate and apartment-to-door systems
  • Area of Refuge (AOR) two-way communication (IBC 1009.6.5)
  • Stairwell AOR and elevator landing stations (IBC 1009.8)
  • Detention and correctional facility intercoms
  • IP-based intercom with video
  • Integration with access control for door release
  • Annual inspection and testing of AOR systems
  • Wiring for all intercom and nurse call infrastructure
Why Choose PCS

The PCS Difference

Healthcare Expertise

We install UL 1069-listed nurse call laid out to the FGI Guidelines and understand healthcare facility operations — our installations support both patient safety and your Joint Commission surveys.

AOR Code Compliance

Area of Refuge systems are code-required in most multi-story buildings. PCS installs and tests two-way communication systems to IBC 1009.6.5 (areas of refuge) and 1009.8 (elevator landings) requirements.

Access Control Integration

Intercom systems integrated with access control allow remote door release from nurse stations, reception desks, or mobile devices.

Full-Service Installation

From cable pull through programming and staff training — PCS handles every aspect of the installation.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

An Area of Refuge (AOR) is a designated location in a multi-story building where occupants who cannot use stairs during an emergency can wait for assistance. The IBC requires two-way communication at areas of refuge (Section 1009.6.5) and at elevator landings (Section 1009.8). Each station must reach the fire command center or an approved central control point, with timed automatic dial-out to a monitoring location or 911 where that point is not constantly attended. PCS installs and tests AOR systems for new construction and existing building upgrades.

Yes. PCS installs nurse call systems in both new construction and existing healthcare facilities. For existing facilities, we coordinate installation to minimize disruption to patient care operations.

Wired nurse call systems are more reliable and are standard for most healthcare installations. Wireless systems offer flexibility for facilities where running cable is difficult or disruptive, but require careful RF planning to ensure coverage and reliability. PCS can advise on the best approach for your facility.

Yes — and this is a very common integration. When an entry intercom rings, staff can see who is at the door (if a video intercom is used) and remotely release the door from the nurse station or reception desk without leaving their post.

Related Services

Mass NotificationAccess ControlLow Voltage WiringFire Alarm Systems

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