A control room in a substation houses a control board that allows operators to control substation equipment, switch power between circuits, open and close circuits as needed, and monitor remote equipment. The control room displays alarms, breaker states, and power measurements to help operators safely and effectively monitor electricity generation, regulate power flows, and ensure emergency procedures are in place. The control room protects control equipment like switchboards and batteries and allows operators to install monitoring, communication, and protection devices to study the electric system.