SHS Scissor Safety

Front

Use scissors with your wrist in a neutral position and not bent at awkward angles or positions.

Back

True

Front

Always let dropped scissors fall and then pick them up.

Back

True

Front

Is it permissible to watch videos while using a pair of scissors if the sound is turned down low?

Back

False

Front

When using scissors, cut away from your body.

Back

True

Front

One way to reduce the amount of hand force needed for cutting is to keep your scissors sharp.

Back

True

Front

Always pass a pair of scissors handle first to another person.

Back

True

Front

A laceration is a rough, jagged tear in the skin.

Back

True

Front

You should be sitting at your work station when using scissors.

Back

TRUE

Front

How should a pair of scissors be passed to another person?

Back

The other person should hold onto the handle.

Front

Scissors are a _________

Back

TOOL