Power failures can place vaccines at risk if a vaccine fridge cannot maintain the required +2°C to +8°C storage range. This guide explains how to prepare for power outages and protect vaccines stored in a purpose-built vaccine refrigerator.
It covers backup planning, temperature monitoring, alternative storage, coolers, alarms, UPS options and what to do when power is restored.
Before a power failure occurs
Every facility storing vaccines should have a written backup plan for power failures. The plan should explain who is responsible,...
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What is a UPS?
UPS is the acronym for Uninterruptible Power Supply. A UPS is a power protection device that regulates the incoming power to meet acceptable parameters. A UPS will also supply power during power outages. A UPS has several functions that are designed to protect electronic devices. To understand why a UPS is so essential, it may help to understand electrical power a little better. If you have ever witnessed flickering lights in your home or office, a computer...
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