EMI & EMF Risk Assessments for Hyperscale Data Centers
Industrial-Grade Electromagnetic Safety for Mission-Critical Facilities
EMI & EMF risk assessments for hyperscale data centers evaluate electromagnetic conditions that may affect workers and critical systems. High-power electrical equipment can generate electromagnetic fields that warrant review. Focused assessments help identify exposure and interference concerns. As a result, potential electromagnetic risks can be identified early.
Hyperscale facilities commonly use high-current bus ducts, power distribution units, and variable frequency drives. These systems may increase electromagnetic activity in occupied areas. EMI and EMF evaluations confirm whether field levels remain acceptable. As a result, these findings help clarify where electromagnetic conditions may require attention. In practical terms, this helps clarify where attention may be needed.
Workers with implanted medical devices, such as pacemakers or defibrillators, may be more sensitive to electromagnetic fields. EMI and EMF risk assessments help identify locations where device interference could occur. Site-specific controls can then be applied when needed.
EMI & EMF risk assessments support informed safety decisions while maintaining reliable data center operations.
IAQ-EMF Consulting Inc. delivers independent, defensible EMI and EMF assessments tailored specifically to hyperscale and large colocation data centers.
Findings are evaluated against recognized occupational exposure and medical-device compatibility guidance.
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CIH • CSP • Former Federal OSHA Compliance Officer • Medical-Device EMI Consultant
When is Data-Center EMI / EMF Testing Needed?
- New data-center commissioning
- Electrical system expansion or retrofit
- UPS or BESS installation and upgrades
- Pacemaker or ICD accommodation requests
- Corporate EHS or insurance audits
- Contractor exposure concerns
- Incident investigation or litigation support
Core Services for Hyperscale Operators
Commissioning & Expansion EMI Reviews
Baseline and post-energization EMI/EMF measurements during new construction, phased build-outs, and major electrical upgrades.
UPS & Battery Energy Storage (BESS) Assessments
Evaluation of AC and DC magnetic fields around high-current UPS rooms, battery strings, inverters, and associated power electronics.
Worker Safety & Exposure Assessments
Task-based EMI/EMF evaluations for operations, maintenance, and electrical staff working near energized systems.
Medical Implant & ADA Accommodation Support
EMI compatibility assessments for pacemakers and implantable cardiac devices, with documentation suitable for HR and legal review.
Where We Measure
Typical evaluation areas include:
- Medium- and high-voltage substations
- Switchgear rooms and high-current bus ducts
- UPS and battery energy storage systems
- Generator yards and transfer switches
- Server halls and adjacent occupied spaces
- Control rooms, offices, and support areas
Measurements focus on real work locations, not theoretical worst-case points.
Industrial-Grade EMF Testing — Not Consumer Surveys
This is not residential or wellness EMF testing.
Our work is conducted as formal industrial hygiene and safety evaluations, written for:
- Corporate EHS leadership
- Facilities and electrical engineering teams
- Risk management and insurers
- HR and ADA compliance
- Legal counsel
Reports are structured to withstand audit, insurance, and legal scrutiny.
Defensible Deliverables
- Clear written EMI/EMF assessment report
- Exposure tables and zone identification
- Comparison to recognized occupational and medical-device guidelines
- Practical, operations-ready recommendations
- Documentation suitable for accommodation decisions and audits
No wellness language. No speculation. Defensible findings only.
Proactive EMI Risk Management for Data Centers
Most data-center EMI issues surface after an accommodation request, audit finding, or insurance inquiry. Proactive assessment allows operators to document conditions before they become compliance or liability concerns
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If your facility includes high-current electrical infrastructure, EMI and EMF risk management should be addressed proactively. In addition, this approach supports clear decision-making in complex data center environments. Our assessments are conducted by a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) and Certified Safety Professional (CSP) with over 30 years of experience in electromagnetic field evaluation, occupational safety, and industrial risk assessment.