General Safety Guidelines

Follow the basic safety guidelines to prevent cuts, burns, electrical shock, and
damage to eyesight. As a best practice, make sure that a fire extinguisher and
first aid kit are available in case of fire or injury. Here are some general safety
guidelines:
 Remove your watch or any other jewelry and secure loose clothing.
 Turn off the power and unplug equipment before opening the case and
performing service.
 Cover any sharp edges inside the computer case with tape.
 Never open a power supply or a monitor.
 Do not touch areas in printers that are hot or those which use high voltage.
 Know where the fire extinguisher is located and learn how to use it.
 Know where the first aid kit is located.
 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
Follow fire safety guidelines to protect equipment and lives.
Turn off and unplug the computer before beginning a repair to
avoid damage to the computer or electric shock to the
technician. Fire can spread rapidly and be very costly. Proper
use of a fire extinguisher can prevent a small fire from getting
out of control. When working with computer components,
always consider the possibility of an accidental fire and
prepare how to react. If there is a fire, you should follow these
safety procedures:
 Always have a planned fire escape route before beginning
any work.
 Never fight a fire that is out of control or not contained.
 Get out of the building quickly in case of an out-of-control
fire.
 Contact emergency services immediately for help.
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statements are true or false.