Environmental Impacts & Controls

What is a standardised document outlining the hazards, safe handling procedures, storage requirements, and proper disposal methods for potentially hazardous materials

MSDS

What is an environmental control system

HVAC

What is the most likely cause of a high-performance workstation slowing down when ambient temperature rises

Thermal throttling

What environmental condition is the most likely cause of a server room experiencing unusually high numbers of component failures due to ESD

Humidity levels are too low

What environmental factor can cause corrosion and oxidation on computer parts

Humidity levels are too high

What is a best practice guideline for proper equiptment placement to ensure adequate temperature and ventilation

Ensure all exhaust fans are pushing air into the cold aisle

What is the primary risk associated with excessive dust inside a workstation

Thermal buildup due to insulation

What precausions can be taken to avoid moisture-related damage when using compressed air to clean a computer

• Avoid shaking the can during use

• Keep can upright

• Use short, controlled bursts

What is the safest course of action to clean toner

Use an ESD-safe vacuum designed for toner

What is prolonged undervoltage called

Brownout

What is a complete loss of power called

Blackout

What is the primary function of a UPS

Provide battery-backend power during an outage

What should be installed in an area with frequent lightning storms

Surge suppressor