When preparing for a potential power outage, there are steps and healthcare facilities can take to control the disruption. On-site backup power equipment can ensure reliability, safety and productivity, according to an article on the FacilityCare website.
Healthcare facilities must have an emergency standby generator installed. When selecting a stationary emergency standby generator, questions that healthcare facilities should consider include:
• What generator is right for the facility's needs?
• How big is the unit?
• Where should the generator be located?
• What type of fuel does the generator require?
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