Checklist for Emergency Planning Prior to Emergency or Disaster for Emergency Power Supply System from FEMA P-1019 Guidebook

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This checklist from the FEMA P-1019 Guidebook helps prepare for emergencies with power supply systems. It describes steps to ensure equipment like generators, batteries, and fuel systems are ready. Tasks include checking air intake, exhaust systems, and circuit breakers. It also covers maintaining communication tools and working with local authorities for emergency plans. The guide emphasizes keeping consumables stocked and ensuring safe access to sites during emergencies. Additionally, it includes post-disaster recovery steps like testing insulation systems and analyzing generator parts inventory to ensure readiness for future events.

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Focus Area: Infrastructure Failure

Audiences: Emergency Managers; EMS Clinicians; Physicians; Public Health Professionals

Emergency Management Stages: Response; Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Disaster Planning; Health Care Facilities, Manpower, and Services; Electric Power Supplies; Emergency Service, Hospital

Institutions: Powered for Patients

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