design a questionnaire to collect data on how the impact of load shedding has affected tertiary sectors in south Africa like hospitals​

The questionnaire aims to collect data on the impact of load shedding on tertiary sectors in South Africa. Questions include the frequency and duration of load shedding, the effects on hospital operations, and the effectiveness of mitigation strategies. Participants' insights will aid in understanding and addressing the challenges faced by hospitals during power outages.

1. Name of the Hospital:

2. Location (City/Town):

3. Designation/Position:

4. How frequently does load shedding occur in your area?

  a. Multiple times per day

  b. Daily

  c. Few times per week

  d. Occasionally

  e. Rarely or never

5. On average, how long does each load shedding episode last?

  a. Less than 1 hour

  b. 1-2 hours

  c. 2-4 hours

  d. 4-8 hours

  e. More than 8 hours

6. How does load shedding affect the hospital's overall operations? (Please select all that apply)

  a. Interruption of medical procedures

  b. Disruption of essential equipment (ventilators, life support systems, etc.)

  c. Compromised patient care and safety

  d. Delayed surgeries or treatments

  e. Difficulty in maintaining essential services (e.g., lighting, refrigeration)

7. Has your hospital implemented any measures to mitigate the impact of load shedding? (Please select all that apply)

  a. Backup power generators

  b. Battery-powered equipment

  c. Prioritization of critical patients

  d. Temporary rescheduling of non-urgent procedures

  e. Collaborations with neighboring hospitals

8. How effective have these mitigation strategies been in minimizing the impact of load shedding on hospital operations?

  a. Highly effective

  b. Moderately effective

  c. Somewhat effective

  d. Ineffective

  e. Not applicable

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