Critical Backup Power Solutions
Resiliency Engineering for California’s Long-Term Care Facilities
For California’s Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) and Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFEs), "business as usual" is no longer an option when the grid goes down. With the increasing frequency of Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) and natural disasters, the state has mandated rigorous new standards for onsite energy resiliency.
At JMPE, we specialize in the electrical engineering design required to bring your facility into full compliance with Assembly Bill 2511 (AB 2511) and emerging RCFE requirements. We don't just specify a generator; we engineer a comprehensive power distribution strategy that ensures life-sustaining services remain operational for days, not hours.
Our Critical Power Services
The gap between a 6-hour backup system and a 96-hour system is a significant engineering challenge. We provide the technical roadmap to bridge that gap.
Feasibility & Load Assessments: We analyze your current electrical system to determine if it can handle the expanded loads of full HVAC and medical equipment.
System Design & Engineering: Whether utilizing permanently affixed diesel/natural gas generators, large-capacity battery storage, or solar-integrated microgrids, we design a system tailored to your facility’s footprint.
Fuel Storage & Logistics: For 96-hour compliance, fuel autonomy is key. We engineer onsite storage solutions or verifiable delivery protocols that satisfy state auditors.
Phased Compliance Planning: We understand the financial hurdles, especially the recent legislative delays regarding SNF funding. We help you draft Plans of Correction (POC) and phased design documents so you are ready to move when funding or deadlines hit.
Why Choose JMPE?
We understand that for healthcare providers, this isn't just a "utility project," it's a mission-critical safety requirement. Our team brings decades of experience in California’s specialized AEC industry to ensure your facility is protected, compliant, and prepared.
We focus on "Right-Sizing." By performing precise load calculations, we often find creative ways to meet 96-hour requirements without the need for total service overhauls, saving your facility significant capital expense.