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Health and Safety

Today’s Learning Objective “Learn how to stay safe when using a computer.” Write this Learning Objective onto your Self Assessment Sheet. Wednesday, 16 January 2019

Learn how to stay safe when using a computer Health Problems Back Problems Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) Eye Strain Learn how to stay safe when using a computer

Learn how to stay safe when using a computer Back Problems Usually due to poor posture or sitting in an awkward position when using a computer. What’s the Solution? Fully adjustable chair Footrests Screen that can be tilted Learn how to stay safe when using a computer

Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) Usually damage to the fingers and wrists caused by repeated movements over a long period of time. What’s the Solution? Wrist rests Correct posture 5 minute break every hour Learn how to stay safe when using a computer

Learn how to stay safe when using a computer Eye Strain Usually caused by staring at a computer screen for a long time. Particularly in poor light, in glare or with a flickering screen. What’s the Solution? Screen filters Use screens that don’t flicker Take regular breaks Suitable lighting and blinds fitted on windows Learn how to stay safe when using a computer

Learn how to stay safe when using a computer The Law It is now the law that any business makes sure the following are in place for it’s employees: tiltable screens anti-glare screen filters adjustable chairs foot supports suitable lighting workstations are not cramped when working on a computer staff take frequent breaks appropriate eye and eyesight tests by an optician Learn how to stay safe when using a computer

Learn how to stay safe when using a computer Task Create a “Health & Safety Factsheet” that could be given to small local businesses about health and safety issues when working with computers. You should include these sections: The risks Solutions The Law Learn how to stay safe when using a computer

Learn how to stay safe when using a computer Extension Task Create a poster to be displayed in this classroom informing students of one of the health & safety risks and how to prevent it. You should use Microsoft Publisher to complete this. Learn how to stay safe when using a computer

Today’s Learning Objective “Learn how to stay safe when using a computer”. Put  or  onto your Self Assessment sheet to show whether or not you have achieved today’s learning objective. Wednesday, 16 January 2019