Careeria is prepared for situations in which the distribution of electricity may be restricted. Such power-cuts may happen when consumption is at its highest level: mornings, early evenings, and during periods of very cold temperatures. Prior warning of planned distribution power-cuts is usually given, but they can also occur without warning, and we must be prepared for this possibility too.
What to do when warning of a planned power-cut has been given
Students and personnel will receive prior notification about planned power-cuts. During short, 1–2 hour power-cuts study and work will be planned beforehand in such a way, that it can be done without electricity.
If it is not possible to know the duration of the power-cut beforehand, we will wait for a period of one hour (1 hr), after which, students will be sent home.
What to do when a surprise power-cut occurs
If a surprise power-cut occurs we will wait for a period of one hour (1 hr), after which, students will be sent home.
Students and staff involved in working life learning will act according to the instructions given by the workplace.
Announcements during power-cuts
Instructions on what to do during power-cuts are available on our website and in Wilma.
In addition to the Wilma-instructions, teachers will provide instructions to students locally should a surprise power-cut occur suddenly.
Electronically operated door locks
The main door electronically operated locks will function for a period of about one hour (1hr), even during a power-cut. Entry and exit during a power-cut must only be by the main doors. Reception attendants will open the doors for people entering the premises.
Lifts
The lifts are not in use during a power-cut.
Food distribution
If there is notice of a power-cut one day in advance, it will be possible to provide student meals normally.
Should a sudden short power-cut occur, attempts will be made to provide meals or make alternative arrangements.
It will not be possible to provide meals during long power-cuts.
During power-cuts the meals provided may differ to the scheduled menu.
Toilet facilities and use of water
Please avoid using the toilet facilities during power-cuts. NOTE! Tap-water may become hot enough to burn you during a power-cut.
Heating and air conditioning
Heating and air conditioning will not operate during a power-cut.
Lighting
Lighting will not function during a power-cut. People will be instructed to use their phone flashlights when in areas which do not have emergency lighting.
Outdoor lighting will not function during a power-cut.
Preparing to save energy
Careeria has prepared actions to save energy: https://careeria.fi/uutiset/careeria-mukana-energiansaastotalkoissa/
