Winter Operations
Manage high risk thresholds for winter operational efficiency calibrated to weather parameters impact and protocols.
Unexpected energy and heating demand surges can significantly increase costs
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severity - 4 extreme
Monitor Stations: Flood Risk
High risk for outage. Avoid un-necessary maintenance and stay out of electricity's path in wet areas.
severity - 4 extreme
High Outage Risk: Lightning & Thunder
High risk for outage, staff accordingly. Monitor lightning activity, motion, directionality and speed 15 and 30 minutes into the future, based on distance from location.
severity - 4 extreme
Implement Extreme Wind Protocol: Wind Level 3
Send X crew members to location. Very strong winds! High risk for outage and damage to lines and stations.
severity - 3 sever
Implement High Wind Protocol: Wind Level 2
Send X crew members to location. Monitor and and trim densely vegetated areas, prep for potential outage & damage to lines and stations.
severity - 4 extreme
Implement Cold Protocol: Extreme Cold
Prepare staffing for potential outage & damage to lines and stations, snow removal required, low visibility - work with caution
severity - 3 sever
Expect Delays: Bad Road Conditions
Instruct staff to drive safely. Plan for delays and continue to monitor all weather parameters.
severity - 4 extreme
Outage Risk: Hail Threat
High risk for outage, staff accordingly. Wait for hail to weaken before sending teams out to the field.
severity - 2 moderate
Monitor Conditions: Moderate Rain
Prep staffing towards escalation in weather conditions
severity - 3 sever
Monitor Conditions: Heavy Rain
Prep employees for heavy rain protocol. Due to the low visibility, confirm that the area is clear before performing dangerous maintenance. Avoid unnecessary outdoor maintenance.