Protecting Electronic and Telecommunications Equipment
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Modern-day businesses rely on data and communication systems. This equipment needs special protection, particularly as it's often housed in a single room.
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Lots of electrical cabling and heat-generating kit needs proper room design.
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Build the room to resist ingress of fire. No water pipes running nearby. Air conditioning and smoke detectors should be present. The room should be tidy and free from combustibles. Don't be tempted to use it for storage.
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The equipment itself should be protected from power surges, and an uninterruptible power supply should be fitted to essential equipment, like servers, in case of power loss.
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Data backup and an IT recovery plan should be in place. To find out more, visit the website below or speak to your broker.
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As businesses explore new technology the need for special attention increases. By implementing easy risk control elements, you can keep innovating without worry.
With electrical and telecommunication equipment use on the rise, it’s important to consider the risks they may present to your business and mitigate these before anything happens.
- House equipment in specialised rooms that are fire retardant and have no water pipes running in the vicinity.
- Install smoke detectors and air conditioning in vulnerable areas.
- Keep storage away from equipment and maintain a tidy area around it.
- Ensure all items are protected from power surges and have an uninterrupted power supply in case of emergencies.
Finally, make sure you have a data backup of everything, enabling you to recover items and ensure you can keep business running as usual in any eventuality.
For more information, sign up to our Risk Academy, log in to the Risk Control Customer Portal, or email contactriskcontrol@travelers.com
