You don’t have to be in hospital management to know how vital it is to keep a hospital running during a natural disaster. Hospital downtime is unacceptable when electrically-powered machines are keeping people alive. But the consequences of hospital power outages go beyond the loss of life. What does downtime cause in a hospital? If a backup
Does your business require an emergency fuel plan in preparation to avoid critical downtime? If you do not currently have a guaranteed fuel contract in place for emergency standby generator fuel, there is a good chance that you are putting your operation at great risk. Here are the top three signs that your business needs an
Is your business located along the coastline of the Atlantic, Pacific, Gulf of Mexico or U.S. territories like Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands or Hawaii? If so, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security strongly advises you to have an emergency preparedness plan in place that includes the steps to take before a disaster strikes.
A business depends on power each day to run its operations — that’s no secret. But when the power goes out, unplanned downtime can occur — and that can cost your business thousands or even millions of dollars. Unexpected outages can lead to situations from which it may be difficult to recover. Making sure your
When a business' operations are halted or severely reduced by outside factors, the loss of revenue can create a situation that is difficult or impossible to overcome. We understand how high the stakes are—the suspension of services could send even the most loyal customers looking elsewhere. While insurance may cover some losses, it will not
“In my short time with FEMA and working seven major disasters, I have never worked with any contracting team that was more professional and such a pleasure to work with as Foster Fuels.” —John Formet, Senior FEMA Region IV Logistics Accountable Property Manager If you are responsible for your organization’s operations, then you already know