1. Section 6 Theory Safety hazards and measures for preventing accidents

2. Lesson Objectives By the end of this lesson you will be able to: (a)Understand the Health hazards when ICT using Computers. (b) Be able to identify these Hazards (c) Describe the measures for preventing accidents

3. Starter Can yon spot the Hazards http://www.interactdev1.co.uk/oldham/ict/health &safety/comp_room.htm http://www.interactdev1.co.uk/oldham/ict/health &safety/comp_room.htm

4. Hazards associated with ICT Using the textbook and www.igcseinfo.org describe the cause and prevention of each of the following Hazards :www.igcseinfo.org – Overheating – Fire / Overloaded Power Sockets – Tripping / trailing cables – Electrocution – Heavy equipment falling – Spilt Drinks or Food You will need to give examples and explain the effects.

5. Task In your book attempt questions 1 to 4 on page 64. Please use your notes to ensure you have included keywords.

6. Plenary Questions – List the main Hazards in an ICT room: – Overheating – Fire / Overloaded Power Sockets – Tripping / trailing cables – Electrocution – Heavy equipment falling – Spilt Drinks or Food