Response to a Power Outage
What resource can you check to know what to do?
Department ERG
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Prepare: What actions can be taken to reduce the risk of impact when there is a possibility of losing power?
What is the difference between a Regular Power Outage and an Emergency Power Outage?
In an Emergency Power Outage, even the red outlets have no power.
Facilities at 3535 option 1
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Substitute: What services can be substituted if needed?
What services in HR and Education can be modified or postponed?
No wrong answers
What color are the outlets essential equipment should be plugged in to?
Red
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Adapt: What services would provide sufficient care?
What can we do in our department to save energy while in a power outage?
Unplug unnecessary computer and electrical equipment (ex. printers, motor driven items, etc.).
Where are the flashlights located?
In the emergency kit toolbox, on top of the mini fridge in the copy room
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Conserve: Are there resources we can save by modifying usage?
What should you do to exit routes in a power outage?
Make sure all exit routes are clear.
What equipment in our office is a high priority during a power outage?
Fridge in exam room. Any others?
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Re-use: Which items can be re-used that would normally be single-use?
Re-allocate: Are there resources that can be prioritized as needed?
List 5 types of Utility Failures
Acceptable: Electric, HVAC, Medical Gas, Water, IS/CAS, Vacuum (suction), Phone Systems