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2. What is a hazard?What is a hazard?  A hazard is any risk you may take that may endanger the health and safety of a person © Y. Cochrane 2011

3. Some examples of hazardsSome examples of hazards  Running in the textiles room and boisterous behaviour  Placing fingers in front of the sewing machine needle  Handing scissors by the blade  Leaving the iron switched on and unattended  Using damaged equipment  Talking to your friend whilst sewing © Y. Cochrane 2011

4. How to stay safe in the Textiles Lab  Ask questions-  If you are unsure of how to do something, ask first. There is no such thing as a silly question. © Y. Cochrane 2011

5. How to stay safe in the Textiles Lab  Ensure the iron is switched off when filled with water © Y. Cochrane 2011

6. How to stay safe in the Textiles Lab  Walk, don’t run © Y. Cochrane 2011

7. How to stay safe in the Textiles Lab  Stay focused- Pay attention to what you are doing © Y. Cochrane 2011

8. How to stay safe in the Textiles Lab  Tell your teacher if you can see a piece of equipment looks damaged e.g. frayed cord © Y. Cochrane 2011

9. How to stay safe in the Textiles Lab  Thread the needle of your sewing machine when the machine is off © Y. Cochrane 2011

10. How to stay safe in the Textiles Lab  Comply with the school rules, no jewellery is to be worn. It can get caught in machinery © Y. Cochrane 2011

11. How to stay safe in the Textiles Lab  When machining, guide material from the sides. Do NOT place fingers in front of the presser foot © Y. Cochrane 2011

12. How to stay safe in the Textiles Lab  Wear correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) e.g. Leather shoes, no loose clothing, no jewellery, hair tied back © Y. Cochrane 2011

13. How to stay safe in the Textiles Lab  Clean as you go and at the end of the lesson ensure that your work space and classroom are left clean and tidy © Y. Cochrane 2011

14. How to stay safe in the Textiles Lab  Remember to ensure that your actions do not have negative consequences on yourself or those around you.  If you see someone doing something dangerous, let them know © Y. Cochrane 2011

15. Let’s Get StartedLet’s Get Started  Now, we will have a safety test.  Remember In order to sew, you MUST get 100% on this test.  Good luck! © Y. Cochrane 2011