Workshop Safety

Question 1

What are rules for movement and behaviour in the workshop

Answer 1

Never run
When possible avoid carrying hot materials
Make as little noise as possible
Never work alone

Question 2

What are rules for your clothes in the workshop

Answer 2

Remove blazers
Remove loose jewellery
Take off or tuck in tie
Wear an apron

Question 3

What are rules for accidents

Answer 3

All accidents must be reported to the teacher
Burns should cooled under cold water as quickly as possible
Make sure you know the located of emergency stop buttons

Question 4

Name five rules for tools and machines

Answer 4

Report damage to tools and machines to the teacher
Keep both hands behind sharp cutting edges
Always use the correct tool. Do not improvise
Never use a machine before you have been instructed on it’s safe operation
One operator per machine
Don’t distract the operator
Always use appropriate safety equipment

Question 5

What are rules for chemicals and adhesives

Answer 5

Make sure you read the labels carefully and follow instructions carefully
Always use the correct protective equipment

Question 6

What are electrical rules

Answer 6

Be aware main electricity can cause fatal injury
Always keep soldering irons in their holders
Be careful not to damage any electrical cable and report damage to the teacher

Question 7

What are the rules for portable equipment

Answer 7

Switch off when not in use
Be very careful when using hot guns
Wear safety glasses when soldering