b'All the Moving Parts:How Plant Operations Powers Our CommunityBy Miguel Monroy, Director of Facilities Management: Plant Operations DepartmentWhen an emergency happens, itOperations. This 19-person team worksThis multidisciplinary group includes happens fast. And that day the pressuretogether to maintain the facilities in allthree staff members that have served was on. A steam line blew out, emittingof our structures. They work daily onin the military, two of which are combat 80-90 pounds of pressure that can scaldfoundational systems such as plumbingveterans. The entire department someone immediately. If the steamand electrical utilities. They keep alloften gets together to celebrate were to be shut off, it would impact thebuildings in physical compliance to thepersonal milestones like birthdays and operations of the entire hospital. highest standards, directly affecting ouranniversaries. And when a member of ratings with the Joint Commission. the team experiences a loss or illness, Thats when our team in the Plantthey know they can count on their Operations department sprang intoIn 2018, Plant Operations handled overcolleagues for additional support.action. They quickly and safely resolved9,000 work requests and maintained the problemallowing us to continueover 300,000 square feet with zeroOur Plant Operations team helps to delivering life-saving care to oursafety incidents. Amazingly, they do thisensure the safety of our patients and patients. all with a small, tight-knit crew. Theytheir families, along with everyone treat each other as a family of equals,working in the hospital. Their incredible This incredible story is just one examplecreating a cohesion in their work thatcontributions are essential to the of the many responsibilities of Plantbenefits us all. success of Peconic Bay Medical Center!3'