TECHNOLOGICAL EMERGENCIES

Technological emergencies include any interruption or loss of a utility service, power source, life support system, information system or equipment needed to keep the business in operation.

Planning Considerations

The following are suggestions for planning for technological emergencies:

· Identify all critical operations, including:

- Utilities including electric power, gas, water, hydraulics, compressed air, municipal and internal sewer systems, wastewater treatment services

- Security and alarm systems, elevators, lighting, life support systems, heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems, electrical distribution system.

- Manufacturing equipment, pollution control equipment

- Communication systems, both data and voice computer networks

- Transportation systems including air, highway, railroad and waterway

· Determine the impact of service disruption.

· Ensure that key safety and maintenance personnel are thoroughly familiar with all building systems.

· Establish procedures for restoring systems. Determine need for backup systems.

· Establish preventive maintenance schedules for all systems and equipment.