Know the working duration of any batteries that support your system. Many utility companies maintain a list and map of your location in the event of an emergency. Contact the customer service department for additional information. In order to restore power as soon as possible to those who need it most when there are power outages, many power utility companies keep a list of names of people dependent on powered life support systems and tag their meters. In some instances, this list is prioritized by the time a person is able to tolerate being off a life support system.
Information is given to local power stations.
Registering for this service may also qualify you for a discount rate. Inform your personal support network how to operate and safely move your equipment if necessary. Label equipment, add instruction cards, laminate instruction cards for added durability, attach to equipment. The American National Red Cross. All Rights Reserved.