How to Sort Power Problems at Kidney Cancer Hospice

Louise

August 29, 2020

The last thing that you need to hear in a Kidney Cancer Hospice is a power failure. Cancer patients have enough problems and traumatic experiences.

The reason why they come to such a facility is to get the needed peace and harmony.

Hospice administrators try as much as possible to ensure their patients are as comfortable as possible.

However, some of the things are beyond their control. Power comes from the national grid system, that’s the control source.

When there is power failure due to unavoidable circumstances, that’s not their fault. Wait a minute; it can also be their fault when there are options to come in handy in such cases.

Imagine when there is a power failure when a patient is going through dialysis. That alone is a reason for the patient’s family to sue you- hospice owners for negligence.

Who wants to go through all that hassle in the corridors of justice? Therefore, invest in the following options to safeguard you from such embarrassments.

You are in a delicate industry that you can’t afford to gamble with people’s lives.

1. Invest in a generator

A generator is one of the most efficient equipment to assist in sorting power outrages.

Its efficiency in service delivery and the fact that its compatible with the mainstream power connections gives it an upper hand as the first thing to think about when you want to have a backup power plan.

However, since it uses another source of energy, installation, and purchase can cause you an arm and a hand, but you are good to go once it’s installed.

Although you can’t assume this, it’s essential to talk to the seller or manufacturer to give you a fuel-efficient generator that is simple and portable to serve the hospice power needs.

Remember, you need this service for a hospice. There is no part of it that you will say doesn’t need a power supply, whether it’s the machines or the lighting.

Some of the patients entirely depend on that machine for normal body functioning.

Otherwise, they can lose their lives. Get a generator with a backup system such that once the power goes off, within a mini second, it detects and connects with the electrical system for the same purpose.

2. Use renewable energy sources

Are you afraid of bills, and you have a donor ready to install a power backup solution? If yes, then it’s wise to go for a renewable energy source.

They include

  • Solar energy
  • Tidal power
  • Hydro energy
  • biomass
  • Wind energy

They are renewable in that they occur naturally and never put pressure on the natural resource due to human involvement.

They are the best solution, although they have several challenges. Here are the ones that affect all of them in totality

  • Installation cost is expensive
  • Lack of storage capacity
  • No guarantee for consistency in power production
  • Availability depends on weather pattern and geographical location

Despite the challenges, the advantages outweigh the disadvantages. They include

  • It’s a natural resource
  • Low maintenance costs
  • No monthly bills
  • Saves you money
  • No power outrages
  • Support earth conservation measures
  • Reduces overreliance on imported fossil fuel

Now that you have many options, it’s upon you to consider your geographical location and look at what works for you and the energy consumption before you decide on the best one.

3. Diversify the power sources

The most common form of energy is electricity.

You can’t assume that you don’t need it since most of the machines used in a kidney cancer hospice require high power input.

If your area has many power blackouts then, you can choose to diversity and have some places use other energy sources.

For example, if you are located in the equatorial regions, solar energy works perfectly for you.

It helps to supplement the already existing energy. Also, it can handle the lighting and the hot water system.

If you are on the beachfront, then tidal power is an ideal choice. Biomass is suitable for it serves a dual purpose.

You can choose to keep animals and use their excretory products for biomass perfect for cooking. Choose what works for you.

4. Use power-saving technologies

Power problems can be natural, while others can be a result of unpaid bills. You can imagine the amount of power used in such a health facility.

It’s prudent to equip your employees and patients with power-saving technologies to minimize cost and frequent power cuts.

Here are a few ideas that come in handy

  • Switch off any appliances that aren’t in use
  • Use energy-efficient appliances including bulbs
  • Where possible use natural light
  • Avoid long hot showers
  • Turn off the water system when doing other things in the shower room
  • Always unplug electronics while not in use
  • Avoid unnecessary lighting points

You have all the information and solutions to sort your power outrages.

It’s upon you to run due diligence and decide what works for you based on your budget.

Provide a haven for kidney cancer patients as much as they have to deal with other emotional issues that come with the disease.

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