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Understand how best to plan and respond to an emergency with FEMA’s four-point guidelines. Every cliché has a kernel of truth, but the truth in this one is more like a bomb: Failing to prepare is preparing to fail. You’ve likely heard some measure of the litany of recent disasters. For instance, in 2022 there…

Winter brings snow, ice, and an increased risk for slip and fall accidents in your facility. Minimizing these risks and keeping your facility clean is something most maintenance managers will need to consider as the temperatures drop, and the snow starts falling. There are several things you can do to stay vigilant in keeping your…

Decarbonization has become an essential objective for organizations striving to reduce their carbon footprint. But for those just setting out, the path forward may seem daunting. While the benefits of making a positive impact on the environment are well known and documented, decarbonization strategies must be multi-layered with strict, ambitious targets if an organization hopes…

Power system insights  NFPA 70: National Electrical Code is the primary resource for electrical engineers when designing power systems in mission critical facilities.   Engineers should determine options for mission critical switchgear, automatic and static transfer switches (ATS), and uninterruptible power supplies (UPS).  Mission critical facilities typically require electrical engineers to design and specify significant amounts…

Facilities managers should work with building management to ensure they have adequate first-aid kits and automated external defibrillator devices (AEDs) to comply with the law and minimum safety standards and, more importantly, for the safety of facility occupants. The installation and maintenance of these units, along with associated signage, usually fall in the hands of…

Institutional and commercial facilities continue to feel the impact of natural disasters — including hurricanes, coastal flooding and wildfires — which have become more frequent, powerful and costly in recent years. As maintenance and engineering managers pursue funding to complete projects and renovations designed to enhance the resilience of equipment, assets and operations, some financial…