Leah Taylor

Healthy and Safety in ICT

Tripping:

You could trip over wires to prevent that happening tuck wires away and don’t

run and always be alert.

Heat from computers:

To prevent heat from computers keep the airs ventilated and keep windows

and doors open.

Electrical Safety:

Don’t plug too many things in a socket and keep water or any liquid away from

electrical items.

Hygiene:

Wash your hands before and after using the computer. Don’t eat before using

the computers.

Lighting:

If the lighting is reflecting onto the computer screens close blinds on sunny

days. You could also turn off lights and you can also adjust the brightness on

the screen.

Eye problems:

Sore eyes and blurred vision; Regular eye tests and adjusting brightness on

screen can help. The top of the computer screen should be eye level with the

person using the compute. Only short term eye problems but take regular

breaks.

Wrist problems:

Sufficient space between wrists and computer and a gel wrist support helps

with wrist problems. RSI (Repetitive Strain Injury) Arms should be horizontal to

computer and using a tablet pen instead of a mouse helps with any wrist

problems.

Stress:

People get stressed when the computer crashes or really slow. If the software

isn’t user friendly and hard to use can build up stress. Take regular breaks and

ask for any help.

‘’Social networking sites are dangerous and should not be

used by people under 16’’ Do you agree with this this

statement?

No, I do not agree with this statement because from when you know wrong

from right you know what is and isn’t acceptable, you should know how to use

a social networking site. Social networking sites are free communication for

people all around the world, but there are down side to the sites but this is

where you would need maturity to tell someone if you don’t feel comfortable

because you be communicating with dangerous people or being cyber bullying

it could lead to other side effects. Social networking sites aren’t all bad

because you can make new friends but be careful they are who they say they

are, you can also socialize and promote your businesses!!!