Stage 4 Textiles Safety In The Textiles Lab

Stage 4 Textiles Safety In The Textiles Lab © Y. Cochrane 2011

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

Some 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Let’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