Data centers may not appear to be hazardous at first glance. However, their relative safety can lead to complacency, making these facilities’ electrical risks increasingly dangerous. Regardless of how safe a server room may seem, data center safety is crucial, especially as the cloud and artificial intelligence (AI) sectors grow.

A data center can use up to 50 times more energy per floor space than a conventional office building. With so much electricity flowing through this infrastructure, electrical safety is essential. Here are seven strategies IT workers must employ to manage these risks.