PPE
This must be worn on your feet on the server floor.
What are closed-toe safety shoes?
Never assume an electrical circuit is this.
What is De-energized (or Safe)?
In case of fire, you should not use these to exit.
What are Elevators?
Keep these clear to prevent stumbles.
What are Walkways and Aisles?
The acronym for the energy isolation procedure: Lockout/ ____.
What is Tagout?
This sense is protected by a common PPE item on the noisy server floor.
What is Hearing?
Only these trained individuals should work on electrical gear.
What are Qualified Electrical Workers (QEW)?
The plan to follow during site emergencies.
What is the Emergency Action Plan (EAP)?
These should never be left open and unattended on the server floor.
What are Floor Tiles?
The color typically associated with LOTO locks and tags.
What is Red?
The standard that safety shoes must typically meet (ASTM _____).
What is ASTM F2413?
What you should do if you find a tripped breaker.
What is Investigate the cause (or Report to DCOps/a Qualified Person)?
The designated place to go after evacuating.
What is the Assembly Point?
Trailing cables or air hoses can create this type of hazard.
What is a Trip Hazard?
Two common hazards when handling batteries.
What are Electrical shock, chemical burns, sprains/strains from lifting?
Besides safety shoes, this type of footwear property is often required for ServerOps.
What is ESD (Electrostatic Dissipative)?
This procedure must be followed to de-energize equipment before maintenance.
What is Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)?
Where to find information on chemical safety and spill response.
What are Safety Data Sheets (SDS) or the site EHS team?
The "5S" methodology helps prevent these hazards through organization.
What are Slips, Trips, and Falls?
PPE often required for battery maintenance to protect the eyes.
What are Safety Glasses or Goggles (and sometimes face shields)?
Name three types of PPE you might need for a specific task beyond standard floor requirements.
What are gloves, safety glasses, face shields, arc flash protection, etc.?
The process of verifying a circuit is de-energized after applying LOTO.
What is Live-Dead-Live testing (or Verification of Zero Energy State)?
Besides fire, name two other types of emergencies covered in an EAP.
What are medical emergencies, chemical spills, power outages, severe weather, security threats, etc.?
Why food and drink are generally prohibited on the server floor.
What is to prevent spills, contamination, and damage to equipment?
The main purpose of Lockout/Tagout.
What is to prevent unexpected energization or startup of machinery and equipment during service or maintenance?