Plan and Prepare for Configuration

Lesson 7: Safety Procedures

Objectives:
• Describe the characteristics of a safe
workplace;
• Identify the general and fire safety
guidelines; and
• Draw the effects of not following the
safety precautions through a picture
presentation.
Vocabulary Words
• Hazardous – Dangerous, risky,
unsafe
• Clutter – mess, disorder,
untidiness
• Sturdy – strong, solid, secure
General Procedures:
• Remove your watch or any other
jewelry and secure loose clothing.
General Procedures:
• Turn off the power and
unplug equipment before
opening the case and
performing service.
• Cover any sharp edges
inside the computer case
with tape.
General Procedures:
• Never open a power
supply or a monitor.
• Do not touch areas in
printers that are hot or
those which use high
voltage.
General Procedures:
• Know where the fire
extinguisher is located
and learn how to use it.
• Know where the first
aid kit is located.
General Procedures:
• Keep food and drinks out of your
workspace.
• Keep your workspace clean and free
of clutter.
• Lift heavy objects with sturdy leg
support to avoid back injury.
Fire Safety Guidelines
• Always have a planned fire escape
route before beginning any work.
• Never fight a fire that is out of
control or not contained.
Fire Safety Guidelines
• Get out of the building quickly in
case of an out-of-control fire.
• Contact emergency services
immediately for help.
• General Directions: Identify whether
each statement is true or false. Draw
a picture evidence that make it true
or false. On the third column, show
the effects of not following the safety
precautions through a picture
presentation.
Example:
• Turn off the power and unplug
equipment before opening the case
and performing service.
Research and Investigate
• Directions: Form a group of five
members and research on the
different safety precautions used in
computer laboratory.
• Interview/Observe a practitioner
while lending a quality service in
computer hardware servicing.
• Use a video camera to record the
event stressing the safety guidelines
and procedures in the laboratory.