Sustainability is Good for Business MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT.

Sustainability is Good for Business

MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT

Introduction

– Our customers are looking for accommodation that is working to improve its sustainability and reduce negative environmental impact

– The hotel is making efforts to reduce its water and energy consumption and to minimise the production of waste

– All departments are able to contribute to this effort

Maintenance – Energy Reduction

– Install appropriate low energy light bulbs in all fittings

– Label control switches

– Provide instructions for use of air conditioner / heater

– Install occupancy sensors / key card controls

– Carry out frequent checks for faulty equipment, poorly fitting doors, windows, draughts etc.

– Respond quickly to issues flagged by other departments

Maintenance – Water Reduction

– Install low flow showerheads– Showers should consume no more

than 10L per minute

– Install tap aerators or flow restrictors

– Fit dual flush facilities to toilets or water displacement devices to reduce the quantity of water per flush

– Carry out regular inspections of toilet fixtures

– Respond quickly to any reports of broken/leaking fixtures

Maintenance – Waste Minimisation

– Ensure bins are provided for different waste streams

– Including clear labelling

– Keep spare parts for equipment in stock so where possible items can be repaired rather than replaced

– Carry out preventative maintenance to increase the life expectancy of equipment

Case Study – Riad Al Massarah

Riad Al Massarah – Medina of Marrakesh

– Action– Installed flow restrictors on taps and

showers after an audit and recommendations as part of the Every Drop Counts project

– Results– Water consumption at the hotel has

reduced by 30%

Action Planning

– Discuss what options there are for reducing energy, water and waste in your operations

– create a list of potential actions

– who needs to be involved to ensure that these actions can take place?

– how quickly do you anticipate these actions being put into place?

– will any further training be required?

MAKINGA WORLDOF DIFFERENCE…