All electrical systems need maintenance from time to time. Waiting until electrical faults occur to carry out maintenance can mean being hit with a larger bill for expensive electrical repairs and replacements, as well as increasing the risk of workplace safety issues occurring. With regularly scheduled maintenance, your business can be proactive, prevent issues that impact downtime and add increased costs, and ensure the safety of your employees on-site is maintained at all times.
In this blog, we shed light on six benefits of scheduled electrical maintenance for your workplace environment.
Minimise downtime
From smart lighting and computer servers, to surveillance and security, these systems all rely on electricity to function properly. Minimise the risks of your business losing data, revenue, and downtime by ensuring that electrical maintenance is conducted regularly and all infrastructure is up to scratch. Underlying issues can go undetected for months before an experienced electrician checks it out.
Save time and money
Scheduling in the appropriate electrical maintenance as a proactive, preventative measure at a more suitable time for your team can save your business time and money by eliminating disruptions later on. For example if a system were to crash or break later and need to be repaired immediately, this would cause a workplace disruption.
Make the most of your equipment lifecycle
Maintaining your office equipment often allows it to have a longer life cycle, saving you on replacement and repair costs. A qualified electrician can conduct routine electrical maintenance checks, such as a Test and Tag inspection, to ensure that all equipment is compliant with Australian WHS and Electrical Safety regulations for the workplace, as well as help identify and address safety hazards your equipment may be posing a risk to.
Increase productivity and morale
Downtime and interruptions from electrical issues and repairs can be frustrating for employees, as well as decrease productivity levels and morale. Ensure your team can work at peak performance with optimised equipment and appliances to support high productivity.
Improve energy efficiency
Making regular electrical maintenance a priority can reap many advantages, including added energy efficiency. Outdated and faulty equipment can be energy draining and less efficient at serving its purpose. By keeping equipment maintained and being proactive with necessary repairs and replacements, you can ensure your business is as energy efficient as possible — better for the planet and your wallet too.
Regular electrical maintenance involves testing and tagging, monitoring electrical equipment and systems, troubleshooting, repairs, replacements, identifying electrical safety hazards, and installing new electrical systems.
For any assistance with all your business and domestic electrical needs in South East Queensland, get in touch with the Ehlerth Electrical team on 1800 940 413 or make an enquiry here.
