Hospital Emergency Backup Power System
Project Overview
Critical power infrastructure project for a 120-bed hospital in Nakuru. We installed a comprehensive backup power system including two 500kVA diesel generators, automatic transfer switches, and UPS systems for critical care areas. The system ensures uninterrupted power supply to operating theaters, ICU, emergency department, and all life-support equipment. All work was done to meet strict healthcare electrical safety standards.
Complete backup power system installation for medical facility with dual generators and UPS.
Project Details
- Client
- Nakuru County Health Department
- Location
- Nakuru County Hospital
- Year
- 2023
- Scope
- 120-bed hospital facility, complete backup power infrastructure
Technical Specifications
Challenges
- 1
Working in operational hospital without disrupting patient care
- 2
Installing heavy generators on rooftop with structural considerations
- 3
Meeting strict healthcare electrical safety and redundancy requirements
- 4
Coordinating with medical staff to test systems without affecting operations
Solutions
Scheduled installation work during off-peak hours and weekends
Conducted structural assessment and reinforcement before generator installation
Implemented N+1 redundancy with dual generators and automatic failover
Performed comprehensive load testing in phases with medical team coordination
Project Results
Zero downtime during installation - all patient care continued uninterrupted
System provides 10-second automatic switchover during power outages
Hospital now has 72-hour backup power capacity with dual fuel tanks
Passed all healthcare electrical safety inspections and certifications
"This backup power system has been a lifesaver. During the recent power outages, our hospital continued operating without any interruption. The generators kick in so fast that our equipment doesn't even notice. Excellent work by the RiftValley team."
Dr. Sarah Kimani
Hospital Administrator
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