SCP-1834 Safe ✓ high confidence
SCP-1834
Expected annual
$262K
One-time setup
$138K
Annual recurring
$259K
Personnel
3
One-time upgrades (sealed chamber and HVAC/odor control equipment) are the main capital drivers (~$137.5k). Recurring costs are dominated by staff wages and ongoing odor-control/cleaning supplies, totaling roughly $259k/yr.
🏗️ One-Time Capital Costs Total: $138K
Equipment $70K
[#2, #8, #19] Dedicated small-zone HVAC with activated-carbon/chemisorption scrubbers (install), CCTV/tamper-resistant cameras install and protected sensors, optional long-range/high-speed observation equipment (motion capture, high-speed cameras).
Facilities $60K
[#1] Structural chamber sealing, flush non-penetrable interior, recessed fixtures, airtight pass-through; heavier-duty than typical humanoid cell.
Sop Development $5K
[#15] Initial SOP creation and setup for handling eyestalk deployment and safe procedures.
Accessibility Upgrades $2K
[#10] Non-slip flooring, grab bars, handrails and initial cane provisioning/fitment.
Initial Linens $1K
[#4] Initial specialized linens and ozone/activated-carbon laundry treatments (one-time initial replacement).
Initial Research And Lab Setup $0
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🔄 Annual Recurring Costs Total: $259K/yr
Staff Wages $160K/yr
[#7] Two full-time security personnel (rotating) plus one medical/caregiver FTE; includes benefits, training time and overtime contingency.
Site Overhead $30K/yr
[#20] Apportioned share of site utilities, administration, insurance and overhead (10-30% of direct recurring costs).
Supplies And Consumables $22K/yr
[#4, #5, #6, #9, #13, #10] Odor-control laundry and periodic treatments, daily activated carbon and copper chlorophyllin, arthritis meds and routine clinic supplies, specialized diet/food service, PPE and hygiene supplies, waste management and cane maintenance/replacement.
Facilities Maintenance $19K/yr
[#3, #8, #16] HVAC consumables and frequent carbon/chemical filter replacement and servicing, CCTV/sensor maintenance, and repairs/contingency for incidental fixture or HVAC damage.
Research And Monitoring $18K/yr
[#11, #12] Clinical imaging and specialist consults (X-rays, radiology, ophthalmology) and modest exploratory anatomical/neurophysiological research budget.
Records And It Security $4K/yr
[#17] Secure recordkeeping, classified medical/containment data storage, video archive IT maintenance and periodic audits.
Logistics And Transport $2K/yr
[#14] Transfer logistics, emergency transport readiness and occasional off-site medical transfer costs.
Cover Story And Legal $2K/yr
[#18] Minimal public cover and legitimization funds for medical visits or supply deliveries.
Training And Drills $2K/yr
[#15] Annual refresher training, staff drills, and SOP updates.
Cost Scenarios
📊 Baseline (baseline) $259K/yr
88.0% probability / year
Normal year with routine maintenance, staffing, and no major incidents or research scale-ups.
no_major_incident routine_operations
🚨 Minor Incident $276K/yr
8.0% probability / year +$17K vs baseline
Small accidental damage from eyestalk snagging or localized HVAC/filter failure requiring repairs and temporary mitigation.
fixture_or_sensor_damage rapid_filter_saturation
🚨 Major Damage $359K/yr
1.0% probability / year +$100K vs baseline
Significant structural or HVAC failure requiring chamber rebuild or full HVAC replacement and major repairs.
chamber_structural_failure HVAC_replacement
🚨 Research Scaleup $299K/yr
3.0% probability / year +$40K vs baseline
Decision to fund expanded study requiring purchase of specialized long-range observation equipment and temporary increased research staffing.
research_priority_increase purchase_of_high-speed_or_motion_capture
👥 Personnel 3 total
Role Count Notes
Security Officer / MTF Agent 2 [#7] Two full-time security personnel (rotating shifts) to provide continuous coverage and on-site presence during transfers/medical procedures.
Medical Officer / Caregiver 1 [#7, #5, #11] One medical aide/technician (FTE) to administer daily meds (activated carbon, copper chlorophyllin), manage arthritis care, and coordinate imaging/consults.
📋 Confidence Notes
Analyst provided line-item cost ranges for every relevant category with clear operational drivers (odor control, staffing, HVAC, linens). Estimates are midpoints of ranges and reflect an established containment profile.
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