LUCIANO B.

RAMA SENIOR MEMORIAL NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

Esperanza, Poro, Cebu
Division of Cebu
Cebu Province
District of Poro

SELF-LEARNING HOME TASK (SLHT)

Subject TLE-ICT-10 Grade 10 Quarter 2 Week 1

MELC: No MELCS found because it was TESDA Standard

Competency Code TLE_IACSS9-12PMC-IIa-b-10

Name __________________________________ Section _______________ Date __________________

School ___________________________________ District ________________

A. Readings/Discussions

Safety Precautions Related to Networks

Installation of network cables, whether copper or fiber-optic, can
be dangerous. You should wear clothing such as long pants, a long-sleeved
shirt, sturdy shoes that cover your feet, and gloves to protect you from
those toxic materials. Most importantly, wear safety glasses. If possible,
ask building management, or someone responsible for the building, if there
are any dangerous materials or obstacles that you need to be aware of
before entering the ceiling area.

Safety precautions when using a ladder:

• Read the labels on the ladder, and follow any safety instructions written on it.
• Never stand on the top rung of the ladder. You could easily lose your balance and fall.
• Make sure that people in the area know you will be working there. Cordon off the area with caution tape or safety
cones.
• When you are using a ladder that leans up against a wall, follow the instructions written on the ladder, and have
someone hold the ladder to help keep it steady.
The tools required to install copper and fiber-optic cable may cause danger through improper use. When working
with cables, strictly follow these safety rules:

 Make sure that the tools you are using are in good working condition.
 Watch what you are doing, and take your time.
 Make sure that you do not cut yourself or place anyone in danger.
 Always wear safety glasses when cutting, stripping, or splicing cables of any kind. Tiny fragments can injure your
eyes.
 Wear gloves whenever possible, and dispose any waste properly.
  Use common sense when installing cables and fixing network problems. Call for assistance for tasks that you cannot
do on your own.
Fiber-Optic Safety

Fiber-optic cables are useful for communications, but they have certain
hazards:

• Dangerous chemicals
• Tools with sharp edges
• Light which you cannot see that can burn your eyes
• Glass shards produced by cutting fiber-optic cable that can cause bodily harm
Chemicals

The solvents and glues used with fiber optics are dangerous. You should
handle them with extreme care. Read the instructions on the label, and follow
them carefully. Also, read the material safety data sheet (MSDS) that
accompanies the chemicals to know how to treat someone in case of emergency.

Tools

When working with any tool, safety should always be your first priority. Any
compromise in safety could result in serious injury or even death. The tools used for
working with fiber optics have sharp cutting surfaces that are used to scribe glass.

Glass Shards

The process of cutting and trimming the strands of fiber-optic cables can
produce tiny fragments of glass or plastic that can penetrate your eyes or skin and
cause severe irritation. The fibers can be extremely difficult to see on your skin because they
are clear and small.

Harmful Light

Protect your eyes from the harmful light that may be in the fiber-optic strands. The
light is a color that humans cannot see. It can damage your eyes before you can feel it.

Exercise:

Activity 1. True or False

Directions: Identify whether each statement is True or False. If False, write its effects.

True or False Effects

1. A safe workplace is clean,

organized and well-lit.

 2. Watch what you are doing, and

take your time.

3. Wear your safety glasses

sometimes when cutting,

stripping or splicing cables.

4. It is best practice that a fire

extinguisher and first aid kit be

available.

5. Wear gloves whenever possible

and dispose any waste properly.

6.Do not read on labels on the

ladder, and follow any safety

instructions written on it.

7.Never stand on the top rung of the

ladder, and follow any safety

instructions on it.

8.Make sure that people in the area

don’t have the idea that you will be

working there.

9.Cordon off the area with caution

tape or safety cones.

10.Make sure that the tools you are

using are in good condition.

Activity 1.2
Directions: List down activities at home that needs safety precautions.
1. ______________________________________
2. ______________________________________
3. ______________________________________
4. ______________________________________
5. ______________________________________

B. Assessment/Application/Outputs (Please refer to DepEd Order No. 31, s. 2020)

Direction: Write T if the statement is correct and F if otherwise.
_____1. Installing network cables, whether copper or fiber optic, can be dangerous.
_____2. You should wear clothing such as mini skirts, short sleeved shirt when working with toxic materials.
_____3. A safe workplace is clean, organized and well-lit.
_____4. Wear safety glasses if possible.
_____5. Never stand on the top rung of the ladder. You could easily lose your balance and fall.
_____6. No one should know that you will be working in your area.
_____7. Cordon off the area with caution tape or safety cones.
_____8. Wear gloves whenever possible, and dispose any waste properly.
_____9. You should handle solvents and glues used with fiber optics with utmost care.
_____10. Keep your working tools in safe place.

References:

Books and Articles and Printed Materials:

Rosalie P. Lucero et al, Basic Education Curriculum, Technology and
Livelihood Education Grade 10 “Computer Hardware Servicing” Learners Materials

Electronic Resources:
“Definition of Configuration” Retrieved from
http://www.webopedia.com/TERM/C/configuration.html

“File Sharing” Retrieved from

http://www.techopedia.com/definition/16256/file-sharing

“Fundamentals of PC repair” Retrieved from

http://www.ustudy.in/ce/hard/u1

“Hardware and Software Troubleshooting Tips | Virus Removal Tips | Best

Anti-virus | Speeding Up Windows XP/Windows Vista/Windows 7 | Networking Tips | UNIX and LINUX
Usability | Installation Procedure Of Various Operating Systems | computer repair | computer problems” Retrieved
from http://101-computer- troubleshooting.blogspot.com/2009/09/directx-diagnostic-tooldxdiag.html-
“Occupational Safety Precautions” Retrieved from

“peer to peer networking” Retrieved from

http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?cc=us&lc=en&dlc=en &docname=bph05694-
www.itrelease.com

“twisted pair cable” Retrieved from

https://medium.com/@bilby_yang/comparison-between-utp-and-stp-27f7ac1d61aa

“coaxial cable” Retrieved from

https://ph.rs-online.com/mobile/p/coaxial-cable/0822901

“fiber optic cable” Retrieved from

www.indiamart.com
 Prepared by:

JOEL R. SURALTA
Teacher 1 LBRSMNHS Poro District

Reviewed by:

JOEL C. ROJAS
School Head LBRSMNHS Poro District

GUIDE

For the Teacher:

Advise the students to read the Reading and Discussion portion before they attempt to answer the practice exercises. Let the
students go through the parts sequentially to help them understand the topic easily. The Key Answers are for you to answer
during the checking. Don’t include it in the printing.

For the Learner:

Read thoroughly and understand the Self-Learning Home Task from the first part to the last part. By doing so, will help you
understand better the topic. If you still have enough time, do it twice for more understanding. You can use a dictionary, if
you find it hard to comprehend the science terms. Use a separate sheet for your answers.

For the Parent/Home Tutor:

Assist your child and make sure that he/she reads the Self-Learning Home Task from the beginning up to end, to ensure
better understanding of the concepts. Don’t feed the answers to your child. Let him/her do it of his own.
Assessment
1. T
2. F
3. T
4. T
5. T
6. F
7. T
8. T
9. T
10.T
ANSWER KEY: