7.6 Utilities for the compound
- Provide an adequate number of water bladders of large capacity.
- Install water piping from water bladders to necessary locations within the compound (kitchen, showers, latrines, laundry, etc.)
- Contract the local water supplier for daily delivery of the required number of water tankers.
- Ensure the delivered water is not wasted through leaky faucets and pipes.
- Maintain daily records of the quantity of water delivered to confirm the monthly invoice.
- Immediately install at least two heavy-duty generators to effectively provide 24-hour power supply within the compound.
- Install the generator in a safe and secure area.
- A regular daily fuel supply must be available to run each generator alternately.
- Ensure availability of spare parts for the generators.
- Maintain a log book to account for generator fuel supply and consumption.
- If available, draw up a local service contract for monthly servicing of the generators.
For telecommunications set-up in remote areas, refer to Chapter 20 Telecommunications and IT.
