You know better than anyone how important it is to keep your factory productive. Your factory’s productivity is not just something your team depends on; chances are, its productivity levels will impact various other businesses, as well. That said, what do you do when factors beyond your control challenge your factory’s productivity? It’s always important to have a contingency plan when these circumstances arise and, in Florida, it’s particularly important to know exactly what to do during a blackout. To learn about how to keep your factory productive in a power outage, check out our tips below.
Safety First
Of course, nothing is as important as making sure that every member of your team is accounted for and safe during a power outage. Make sure your team members are aware of how to check in – and who to report to – during an outage. It’s also important to have easily accessible first-aid kits throughout your factory. Since outages usually happen suddenly, you’ll need to be prepared for minor injuries that occur. Should any more serious injuries occur, be sure to dial 911. That said, it’s also a great idea to have emergency contact information for every member of your team so you can alert their loved ones in case of injury.
Give Clear Instructions
The best way to keep your factory productive in a power outage is to have clear and specific procedures in place and to make sure that your team members know about them ahead of time. Ask yourself the following questions, keeping a power outage in mind. Then, make sure you communicate the answers to your team:
- Will hours change?
- Will tasks and responsibilities shift? If so, how?
- Does anyone have any specific outage-related responsibilities?
Before an outage happens, be clear with your staff about these emergency procedures to avoid confusion and maximize productivity
Check on Your Equipment
Where possible, make sure that every piece of eligible equipment is plugged into a surge protector during an outage. Electronics and appliances that cannot be connected to a surge protector should be powered off and unplugged, only to be plugged back in well after the power has come back on. Electrical surges are a common reason for electronics and appliances to be damaged during an outage. Surge protectors are your best line of defense against that. If you have an industrial generator, we highly recommend investing in a generator-specific surge protector for the same reason.
Keep the Lights On
The best way to keep your factory productive in a power outage is to make sure the outage itself doesn’t happen. This means investing in a powerful industrial generator that helps your factory continue business as usual (or as close to it as possible). It’s important to choose an industrial generator with a well-established reputation for quality, durability, and power – and to choose it from a dealer you can trust.
If you want to make sure you keep your factory productive in a power outage, rest assured that there’s plenty you can do. Keep your team informed and organized, taking proactive steps to make sure your equipment is protected during and after the blackout. Most importantly, make sure you invest in an industrial generator with the capacity to keep your factory running. To learn more about choosing the best industrial generator for your factory, click here.