keeping ourselves + our equipment in one happy piece the art of safety

Keeping ourselves + our equipment in one happy piece

THE ART OF SAFETY

We all absolutely must:Observe safety rules & regulations

Apply health and safety standards when using products & materials

Operate equipment safely

THE ART OF SAFETY IN COMM TECH

How can we stay safe and keep our equipment sage in the classroom?

You + Your Computer: A Lesson in Sitting Posit ion the top of the monitor at

eye level . Place the monitor an arm’s length

away. Fingers are relaxed with wrists

straight. Head is neutral , chin paral le l to

the ground. Back rests comfortably against the

backrest of the chair. Elbows are bent at 90 o , c lose to

the body. Adjust the backrest height so the

lumbar support rests at low back. Adjust the height of the chair so

the knees and hips are at 90 o . Feet fl at on the ground or on a

footrest as an alternate posit ion.


The Art of Safety in Comm Tech

RESPECT YOUR SENSES.

Your Eyes:You’ll Want to See When You’re Older Avoid staring at the computer for too long;

give your eyes a break every 20 minutes. Where sunglasses when you’re setting up

studio lighting.

Your Ears:You’ll Want to Hear When You’re Older Don’t max out your headphones or speakers. You’ll damage your hearing permanently if you

listen to your music or audio tracks too loudly.

Stay Off the Floor: Slips, Trips, + Falls

Prevent slipping by: Not spilling

anything. If you do spill

something, TELL THE TEACHER first before cleaning it up. They will decide how to clean it up, especially if equipment is involved.

Prevent tripping by: Not leaving things

like backpacks on the floor.

Leaving cables across the floor. Cables must be wrapped and kept off the floor. If cables run across the studio, they must be taped.


Stay Off the Floor: Slips, Trips, + Falls

Prevent falling by: Wearing proper

footwear. Keeping your feet on

the floor at all times. Do not climb on desks or chairs.


No fluids near equipment.Return all equipment to its proper place; always remember to sign in and sign out.

Don’t force plugs or SD cards. If something isn’t working, tell the teacher immediately.


THE EQUIPMENT NEEDS LOVE TOO

The Art of Safety in Comm Tech

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

Cables Don’t overcrowd outlets. Don’t pull power cables out, and keep

chords off the floor or taped down. Wear proper protective gear (goggles,

gloves, shoes) when dealing with wires and cables; don’t burn yourself.

Lights Be careful areound heated lights and

gels. Don’t change the lightbulbs, they easily

shatter; ask the teacher fi rst.

Understanding Hazardous Material: WHMIS

These symbols identify hazardous materials that could seriously harm you and those around you.


All digital assets found online must be sited appropriately as per Creative Commons.

Don’t be a troll; respect your fellow internet citizens (real life citizens, too).

Follow the school board safe internet use policy.

Maintain your privacy and do not release personal information.


INTERNET USE IN THE CLASSROOM

Keeping ourselves + our equipment in one happy piece

THE ART OF SAFETY

You are now a Safety Jedi. You may be someone’s only hope someday.

Ms. O’MearaMay 2014

keeping ourselves + our equipment in one happy piece the art of safety

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