IT Health and Safety

The term "ICT" means Information and ______ Technology

• Computing

• Communications

• Collateral

• Computational

Which of the following are risks from misuse of IT equipment?

• Electrical fires

• Tripping hazards

• Injuries (lifting equipment)

• Breathing problems

If you have too many plugs connected into an extension lead, you could cause a power s____

When sitting at a computer it is important that you have the correct p______. Not sitting correctly can cause injuries.

True or false:

When sitting at a computer your back should always be straight

• True

• False

Which part of the body benefits from the 20/20/20 rule?

• Arms

• Legs

• Eyes

• Back

Carpal tunnel syndrome affects your ____ if you do not use correct support on that area whilst using a computer.

• Legs

• Wrists

• Neck

• Back

In which part of the body does "Deep Vein Thrombosis" (DVT) usually occur if using computers is the cause?

• Arm

• Leg

• Back

• Neck

True or false:

You should stretch regularly when using computers

• True

• False

True or false:

Using padding or some other form of support when using a keyboard and mouse will reduce the chance of strain / injury

• True

• False