When dealing with electricity, safety is paramount. As you cannot see electricity, the safety measures to be taken are crucial steps to a successful deployment without incident. Beyond specific precautions to be taken when dealing with electricity, other issues also need to be addressed.

Grounding might be the most obvious, yet crucial step in ensuring a safe working environment around power generators. There are other reasons as to why one should not overload a power generators, however it is also a safety concern. Contmark’s specialist teams know that the right size of generators is an important aspect.

Diesel-powered generators should never be operated indoors. Although modern Diesel engines emit lesser harmful particulate matter, the CO2 and Carbon monoxide can a lethal and therefore, gen sets should only be operated outdoors and with a safe distance to buildings, entrances and footpaths were people walk. Fuel should be stored separately and also with a safe distance from the generators.

Suitable fire extinguishers should be on hand, within easy reach of the generators, in case a fire breaks out. Fire extinguishers should be placed in a manner that they do not present a tripping hazard. Equally, cables are to be covered with heavy duty cable covers.

Lastly, the transport to the venue and back to the warehouse requires attention when it comes to the safety of the installation team and third parties around the placement area. High visibility vests, safety boots, gloves and sufficient lighting (in case of installation at night) are a must. Drivers of trucks delivering the gen sets need to be training in defensive driving and extremely alert to any potential risk that may be present on site.