Advanced level · Module 4: Power, Environment and E-Waste · Lesson 3 of 4
Heat, Dust and Humidity
Protect equipment in harsh environments.
In this lesson you will
- Assess environmental risks
- Plan protective measures
Key concepts
temperaturedusthumidity and condensationequipment rooms
The lesson
Heat shortens equipment life; dust blocks cooling; humidity and condensation cause corrosion.
Measures include shaded, ventilated rooms, dust filters, regular cleaning, raised equipment and air conditioning for server rooms where affordable.
Schedule more frequent maintenance in dusty or hot sites.
Step by step
- Assess the case site.
- List environmental risks.
- Plan measures.
- Set a maintenance frequency.
Practice activity
Write the environmental protection plan for the case site.
Expected result: A practical plan with maintenance frequency.
Check your understanding
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What damage does humidity cause?
Show answer
Corrosion.
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How should dusty sites change maintenance?
Show answer
Clean more frequently.
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