Hospitals use several non-linear loads and sensitive electronics alongside with heavy-duty air conditioners and heaters. Hospitals are full of large and small medical testing instruments, and are therefore always at the risk. With inadequate and improper electrical systems, further marred bynon-compliance to electrical standards and poor workmanship, hospitals face a high risk of their electrical installations overheating, which could cause a fire.
While the first responsibility to ensure compliance to building codes for safety and reliability rests with designers. Proper maintenance and monitoring of Power Quality and electrical systems on an ongoing basis is crucial. Prevention must be the goal.