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ENERGY
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For Current California
Electrical System Status
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Information
California is facing an unprecedented period of electrical
shortages. Governor Gray Davis has called on the citizens of
California to do all they can to conserve electricity and is looking to
state government and other public sector entities to set the example by
reducing their energy usage.
The possibility of electrical blackouts is very real. CSUSM will be
able to avoid outages if we are able to significantly reduce electrical consumption
when requested.
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STAGE 2 OR 3 POWER EMERGENCY
When a second - or third - stage power emergency exists
(see electrical system status above) or the campus has been requested to
reduce power usage, the following power reduction plan will go into
effect.
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Open blinds and use natural light as much as possible.
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All nonessential equipment and lighting should be
reduced to a conservation level.
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Do not use candles for illumination.
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Thermostats are set to not more than 68 degrees for
heating and not less than 78 degrees for cooling.
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Windows and doors should be kept closed to prevent
loss of conditioned air.
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During the winter, blinds and window coverings on the
west- and south- facing windows should be opened to allow for sunlight
to heat the buildings. Shut the blinds during the summer to keep
the buildings cool.
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Do not print or copy documents unless it is absolutely
necessary.
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Do not turn off refrigerators, unplug refrigerators
not in use.
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Minimize the use of hot water and elevators.
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Electric heaters are prohibited.
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Have a flashlight available.
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NOTIFICATION
PROCESS
When a notice of a pending power interruption is received
- and there is adequate time before the outage - employees will be
notified through their deans, vice presidents, department heads, managers
or email. Planned outages can last one to four hours.
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LONG TERM PLANNING
To prepare for campus emergencies, departments should consider the
following measures.
- Purchase and place flashlights or other lighting devices in
locations that have no access to natural light.
- Identify the other needs of persons with disabilities and other
special needs in areas you supervise.
- Install UPS units on critical PC's
- Upgrade all office equipment and machinery to energy-efficient
models (EPA Energy Star rating).
- Ensure that all walkways and corridors are free from obstructions
and tripping hazards.
- Follow standard emergency operating procedures.
For more information call Facility Services at (760)750-4600
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