Fire trucks, emergency rescue equipment, and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) vehicles are common pieces of equipment contained in a firehouse. 

EMTs and firefighters are the first responders for emergencies. Many firefighters carry the EMT certification in smaller volunteer houses. Larger facilities can have dedicated positions of either firefighters or EMTs. All share one common need: continuous power. When power is interrupted to a firehouse, all communications are lost until backup power is supplied. Power loss does not completely shut down the house, but it adds an extra level of complication when responding to an emergency. Backup generators provide power to valuable communications and support systems.
 

 

The firehouse contacted us because the generator did not start properly when utility power was lost. They requested an inspection and advice on repairs. 

The generator is located in a sound attenuated enclosure. Below are the troubleshooting, testing, and repair steps: