Occupational Health and Safety

Safety Guidelines
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Clothing
Occupational Health and Safety
Policy
 Do not work alone so that there’s someone who can take care of you in
case of emergency.
 Always power off the computer and unplug the computer before
working on it.
 Take away any liquid near your working area to avoid getting
electrocuted or accidentally damaging computer parts.
 Be careful with tools that may cause short circuit.
 Always ground or discharge yourself before touching any part of the
computer.
 Do not use excessive force if things don’t quite slip into place.
 Clean the area before and after using it to maintain sanitation and
prevent accidents.
 Hold the components on the edges and do not touch the Integrated
Circuit (IC) parts.
 Always wear personal protective equipment’s (PPE) in accordance with
the organization’s OHS procedures and practices.
 Make sure that the pins are properly aligned when connecting a cable
connector.
 Contingency measures during workplace accidents, fire and other
emergencies are recognized.
 Use brush, compressed air or blower in cleaning the computer system.
Personal Protective Equipment
(PPE) and Clothing
Protective Eyewear-enclose or protect the eye area in order to
prevent particulates, infectious fluids, or chemicals
from striking the eyes

Gloves-A gloves are garments for covering and protecting the

whole hand

Antistatic Wrist Strap- An antistatic wrist strap, ESD wrist

strap, or ground bracelet is an antistatic device used to safely
ground a person working on very sensitive electronic
equipment, to prevent the buildup of static electricity on their
body, which can result in electrostatic discharge (ESD)
Rubber Sole-A special type of shoes used to prevent
electrical shock and for waterproofing and insulating
purposes.

Apron-A garment worn over the front of the body as a

protection for ones cloth.

Face Mask-A covering for the face to prevent the inhaling

or absorbing dust and other chemicals.