https://padlet.com/emma_harris/kokpfl11wqad What is Workplace Safety? Examples of being safe in the workplace. What is PPE? What are some examples of PPE? How can you stay safe operating computers? What are some examples of risks with working with computers? en-us 2017-09-20 09:36:18 UTC 2017-09-20 10:28:34 UTC hello@padlet.com emma_harris https://padlet.com/emma_harris/kokpfl11wqad/wish/189234243 Workplace safety is the health, safety and welfare of people at work]]> 2017-09-20 09:41:59 UTC https://padlet.com/emma_harris/kokpfl11wqad/wish/189234243 emma_harris https://padlet.com/emma_harris/kokpfl11wqad/wish/189239180 Some examples of being safe in the workplace are:
-Keeping walkways clear
-Keeping floors dry
-Wearing proper safety gear
-Keeping hands clean
-Reporting all accidents and injuries

]]> 2017-09-20 10:02:13 UTC https://padlet.com/emma_harris/kokpfl11wqad/wish/189239180 emma_harris https://padlet.com/emma_harris/kokpfl11wqad/wish/189239871 PPE stands for Personal Protective Equipment. It is clothing or equipment designed to be worn by someone to protect them from the risk of injury or illness. ]]> 2017-09-20 10:05:45 UTC https://padlet.com/emma_harris/kokpfl11wqad/wish/189239871 emma_harris https://padlet.com/emma_harris/kokpfl11wqad/wish/189240453 Some examples of Personal Protective Equipment are:
-Footwear
-Ear muffs and ear plugs
-Safety glasses
-Gloves

]]> 2017-09-20 10:08:49 UTC https://padlet.com/emma_harris/kokpfl11wqad/wish/189240453 emma_harris https://padlet.com/emma_harris/kokpfl11wqad/wish/189241710 To ensure you are safe whilst operating computers, you can do some of these things:
-Use a firewall
-Position the monitor so that your neck is in a neutral position to avoid awkward posture
-Place the keyboard in a spot where it's within arms reach and you do not have to straighten your elbows
-Place the mouse close to the keyboard
-Don't stare at the monitor for too long, give yourself breaks ]]> 2017-09-20 10:13:57 UTC https://padlet.com/emma_harris/kokpfl11wqad/wish/189241710 emma_harris https://padlet.com/emma_harris/kokpfl11wqad/wish/189243241 Some examples are:
-Postural issues
-Headaches
-Eyestrain
-Back, neck, shoulder and arm pain]]> 2017-09-20 10:20:12 UTC https://padlet.com/emma_harris/kokpfl11wqad/wish/189243241