What to expect and prepare.
WHAT TO ARRANGE IN ADVANCE
Authorisation Notification of who is attending The purpose and expected duration Any equipment being brought in or out
WHAT TO BRING
Photographic identification Authorisation reference Tools, if permitted Labels
WHAT TO EXPECT
Identity verification Possible escort Restrictions on what you may access Recording of entry and exit
WHAT TO BE PREPARED FOR PHYSICALLY
Noise, which is substantial Cold aisles, which are genuinely cold Hot aisles, which are genuinely hot Limited space behind racks
WHAT TO BRING FOR COMFORT
Warm clothing, and ear protection for extended work.
WHAT NOT TO BRING IN
Cardboard and packaging Food and drink
WHAT TO DO BEFORE LEAVING
Label everything you installed Update your records Remove packaging and waste Confirm nothing was disturbed
WHAT TO RECORD
What you did, with photographs.
WHY
For your own records, and for the next visit.
