Coleg Gwent Keeping Healthy and Safe with Computers Designed by Lynda OKeefe

Coleg Gwent Tutorial Visit the tutorial below and work through the information contained within each section. Ask your tutor to help you navigate if you’re not sure Designed by Lynda OKeefe

Coleg Gwent Designed by Lynda OKeefe Computer Safety Do not eat or drink while using the computer as this can be dangerous from a personal point of view. Electrics and liquids do not mix. Food and drink tipped onto your computer could do serious damage to it’s performance.

Coleg Gwent Designed by Lynda OKeefe To keep the computer area safe from accidents: Cables must be securely connected to the computer Cables must be kept tidy and secure, and not allowed to trail through any areas where people could walk Computer cables

Coleg Gwent Designed by Lynda OKeefe To help prevent injuries: Ensure that coats and bags are not left in walkways

Coleg Gwent Designed by Lynda OKeefe The correct procedure for reporting a fault or hazard on the computer: All faults should be reported as soon as possible using the correct reporting procedure

Coleg Gwent Designed by Lynda OKeefe Health and Safety Please ensure whilst you are in the Learn IT centre that You act in a responsible way Report anything you see that might cause danger or injury to others

Coleg Gwent Designed by Lynda OKeefe Use a specially formulated cleaning solution and follow the manufacturer's instruction To clean a computer keyboard:

Coleg Gwent Designed by Lynda OKeefe How to keep your screen clean: Clean the screen carefully with a specially prepared cleaning wipe and dry off with a soft lint free cloth

Coleg Gwent Designed by Lynda OKeefe Test your knowledge by clicking on the following link (Then play a quick game of breakout at the end as a bit of light relief from all this serious Health and Safety talk!) ict.com/xml/finished/4312/breakout.htm