The exhaust system of an emergency power supply (EPS) provides a means for exhaust gases from the engine to travel to the outside atmosphere. The components of the exhaust system include the exhaust manifold, turbocharger (if so equipped), flex sections, muffler hangers, supports, end pipe, thimble, insulation, and rain cap. While there is not much […]
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CMS Requirements for Emergency Power and Temperature Control
Since the beginning of 2019, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released numerous memos to state survey agency directors. Two of these memorandums involve emergency power sources and temperature requirements. While healthcare facilities have known for some time of the new requirements, these recent updates have raised questions and concerns. As stated by the CMS, […]
Emergency Power Off (EPO) Testing
Emergency Power Off (EPO) switches, also referred to as “Generator Remote Shutdown Switches,” are a hot topic of conversation. In the past two years (2018-2019), MGI has received multiple comments regarding proper placement and testing of the EPOs. Most recent discussions revolve around exercising/testing an EPO while the generator is under load. Note: An EPO’s […]