Module 1 Chapter 11 supplemental

Module 1 Health and safety rules observed

Hazards and measures taken to avoid them

Electrical equipment

Hazards

• tripping over wires
• electrocution

Solution

• making sure wires are not trailing where someone might trip
• ensuring electrical equipment is properly wired and fused
• avoiding overloading sockets
• making sure flexes are not worn or damaged

Heat tools

Hazards

• burning skin
• setting fire to papers etc
• fumes from melting materials

Solution

• always working in a well ventilated space
• wearing respirator if appropriate
• working outside where possible
• working on a heat resistant surface

Dyes

Hazards

• some chemicals can be harmful if breathed, swallowed or spilt on skin

Solution

• mask worn when mixing dye powders
• chemicals kept securely sealed, clearly labelled and stored out of reach of children
• gloves and protective clothing worn when working with dyes
• avoiding eating or drinking when working with chemicals

Computer and sewing machine

Hazards

• strain on neck, shoulders or back

Solution

• Good working position: chair and table at right height
• Frequent breaks to walk around room and stretch muscles.  A kitchen timer set to 20 minutes has proved beneficial.