Electrical System and Equipment Maintenance
Electrical System and Equipment MaintenanceElectrical System and Equipment Maintenance
Introduction
Electricity is the most widely used energy source in the hospitality industry. It is critical for the companies to develop a well-maintained electrical system in order to ensure the smooth operations. Besides, a good electrical system provides high quality of service to the guest and facilitates the staff working environment.
Source of electricity, power distribution systems, control devices and connected equipments are the essential elements of an electrical system. All of the above mentioned components must be probably built and maintained. In other words, a proper maintenance program can act as a preventive measure and a safety procedure.
In this report, we are going to identify and describe how the electrical system in Conrad Hong Kong is designed and implemented. Access and analyse the effectiveness of the electrical system in Conrad Hong Kong will also be included. Recommendations will be added to show the areas of improvement for the electrical system in the hotel.
Conrad Hong Kong is located in Admiralty, a central business district. It towers 61 floors above Pacific Place. It consists of 6 food and beverage outlets, a Grand Ballroom, 11 dedicated function rooms and 513 guestrooms including suites.
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Electrical System and Equipment Maintenance
Identification and description of the designed and implemented electrical system in Conrad Hong Kong
The switch room in Conrad Hong Kong is located at the basement under the Lower Lobby. It consists of all the essential tools and components for the distribution of electricity. Hongkong Electric Holdings Limited (HEH), a local utility company delivers the electricity power to the hotel. It provides electricity at a specified voltage with the capacity to deliver a rated amount of current. The maximum current flow for the system is at 2,500 amperes. If the hotel needs to change the size of the
Introduction
Electricity is the most widely used energy source in the hospitality industry. It is critical for the companies to develop a well-maintained electrical system in order to ensure the smooth operations. Besides, a good electrical system provides high quality of service to the guest and facilitates the staff working environment.
Source of electricity, power distribution systems, control devices and connected equipments are the essential elements of an electrical system. All of the above mentioned components must be probably built and maintained. In other words, a proper maintenance program can act as a preventive measure and a safety procedure.
In this report, we are going to identify and describe how the electrical system in Conrad Hong Kong is designed and implemented. Access and analyse the effectiveness of the electrical system in Conrad Hong Kong will also be included. Recommendations will be added to show the areas of improvement for the electrical system in the hotel.
Conrad Hong Kong is located in Admiralty, a central business district. It towers 61 floors above Pacific Place. It consists of 6 food and beverage outlets, a Grand Ballroom, 11 dedicated function rooms and 513 guestrooms including suites.
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Electrical System and Equipment Maintenance
Identification and description of the designed and implemented electrical system in Conrad Hong Kong
The switch room in Conrad Hong Kong is located at the basement under the Lower Lobby. It consists of all the essential tools and components for the distribution of electricity. Hongkong Electric Holdings Limited (HEH), a local utility company delivers the electricity power to the hotel. It provides electricity at a specified voltage with the capacity to deliver a rated amount of current. The maximum current flow for the system is at 2,500 amperes. If the hotel needs to change the size of the
References: http://www.conrad.com.hk Stipanuk, D.M. (2006). Hospitality facilities management and design (third edition). Education Institute, American Hotel & Lodging Association. EMSD code of practice: http://www.emsd.gov.hk/emsd/eng/pps/electricity_pub_cp.shtml Codes of Practice for Minimum Fire Service Installations and Equipment and Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of Installations and Equipment: http://www.hkfsd.gov.hk/home/eng/code.html http://www.energysavers.gov/your_home/energy_audits/index.cfm/mytopic=11180 16