Tuesday, 29 May 2018

Things To Consider In Oil Field Lightning Protection Installation

By Matthew Brooks


Studies have shown that around the world there are an estimated one hundred lightning strikes which happen in every one second. In some place, they are disastrous and unpreventable especially in places like oil fields, institutions, and buildings. The only way to control the catastrophic effects is through the implementation of oil field lightning protection systems. The following are things considered when selecting suitable contractors.

The management needs to take into consideration knowing the professionalism of the contractors. It will enable them to hire services from a company best known to handle tasks skillfully and delivering in time. This calls for checking on the previous jobs the contractor has dealt with. The officials can make an effort of asking for descriptions and photos of tasks the firm managed previously.

The management ought to consider checking on the background of an expert. This involves getting to know what other clients believe about the services the company provides. Moreover, the officials can communicate with some previous clients to know how the contractors managed their projects on protection installation. Hence, having an assurance of receiving quality tasks after hiring any of them.

The management ought to have information about the contractor legality in the business. It should ask to see some of the essential legal documents which prove that the company is operating on a statutory basis. This is a requirement since it can be risky engaging an installation firm without clear proof that it has the authorization from the legal authorities. Hence, improving the confidence of clients.

Before getting into any deal, it is essential for the management to confirm with the contractor about the pay-out policies put in place. This is essential to help the officials to understand whether they will heed to the terms and which company has the best conditions. In this case, some will demand twenty-five percent and other fifty percent as a deposit after which the rest will be paid later.

The company needs to have an excellent reputation for their work. Installation task is much involving and requires a contractor who is well-known for providing quality and an outstanding job which will not put the public at risk. The company ought to have managed similar tasks to other institutions and have proven to provide quality services. Therefore, the organization has to be careful in its selection process.

There is a requirement for the contractor to have a cohesive team of professionals. The individuals ought to be responsible for managing projects. They should have all required skills in delivering the right tasks which meet the standard. Moreover, the company needs to have an understanding of how to select and employ experts who have skills in electrical engineering which enable them to manage the installation task professionally.

In conclusion, after identifying the right company to work with, there is a need of signing an agreement. This is important since it helps to provide evidence of all agreed terms and conditions between the two parties. Each party needs to have a personal copy of that contract. Moreover, if need be, both parties may have private lawyers handling the signing processes.




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