Prepare Your Business and Recover From a Natural Disaster Infographic

While we can’t prevent natural disasters, we can ensure our businesses are electrically safe before and after the storm. Practicing electrical safety and being prepared can lead to a smooth recovery and an opportunity to renovate the electrical efficiency of your business.

In the Event of a Natural Disaster:

• Create emergency shutdown and start up procedures
• Turn off power source
• Charge all electronic communication devices
• Unplug and elevate electronics

After the Storm:

• Avoid flooded areas
• Always use a GFCI and transfer switch with portable generators
• Have a qualified electrician inspect any submerged or water damaged electrical equipment

Prepare for Future Storms:

• Microgrids can prevent long term power outages by providing localized generation and storage
• Smart grids provide smart distribution along with self-healing and autonomous restoration of power
• Having energy sources and major equipment on higher floors may prevent water damage during future storms

Source: Republished with permission from  Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI)