You can learn a lot from your industrial electrical technicians simply by asking a few questions. However, many people don’t seem to ask. This can be because they think they won’t understand the answers. Electricians are actually good communicators, and are quite happy to help and explain issues. All you need to do is ask, and you will get clear and useful answers to your questions.
Critical Questions
Here are a few very straightforward questions which will provide practical, helpful answers for the future:
What is the Problem?
Your electricians will explain in depth all the core issues for you. This question is like an “executive summary”, and will pinpoint problems while also explaining what needs to be done to fix them. It’s worth taking a little extra time to really address this issue, because you will get a much clearer understanding of possible risks and solutions.
What Are the Solutions?
The answers to this question will map out the work that needs to be done, and will also act as an “audit trail” of costs of remedial work. Your repair or maintenance quote should include itemised descriptions of the work to be done.
Did You Find Any Defects in the System?
This is a very important question. It may be that previous electrical work, power connections, or other defects were present in the system which caused the faults. You need to have these defects clearly defined. (You may also have paid for these defects, and might have some right to legal compensation for electrical failures.)
It’s a New System; What Went Wrong?
One of the most common problems with a newly introduced system is that people aren’t familiar with its operation. A procedural step or another simple solution may be available.
It’s an Old System; We’ve Never Had This Problem Before?
The age of the system isn’t the only problem. The truth is that some older electrical systems, reliable as they may have been, aren’t compatible with modern equipment. You will probably need to upgrade the system.
Are There Any Specific Safety Issues?
All businesses are very careful of OHS problems, and a description of potential risks is very valuable. Generally speaking, there are always risks with electrical systems, and you need to understand them clearly
How Do We Prevent Those Problems from Happening in the Future?
In many cases, electrical systems are compromised by lack of maintenance, overuse, wear and tear, and in some cases, incorrect practices. You can often expect a bit of a shopping list in the answer, but you’ll also get answers to preventing expensive problems in future.
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