HEALTH AND SAFETY 9

Computers and devices are generally safe to work with

• TRUE

• FALSE

A computer room does not contain many electrical and other cables

• TRUE

• FALSE

Inserting metal objects into the monitor is safe

• TRUE

• FALSE

Switching off your computer on/off too often will not cause any damage to your computer.

• TRUE

• FALSE

You are allowed to change the settings of your computers at school

• TRUE

• FALSE

You should take breaks every:

• 20-25 minutes,
  
• 35-50 minutes,
• Hour.

What is a sign that your computer may need cleaning?

• Your computer runs slow

• Your computer is overheating (too hot)

• Your computer has a lot of dust and dirt on it

• All of these are signs that the computer needs cleaning

Eating food and drinking near the computer can NOT cause damage.

• True

• False

If your computer is overheating (too hot) choose ALL answers that can cause overheating.

• Dust in the computer

• The computer is on a bed or cushion that blocks the vents

• The computer is on a table

• The computer is in direct sunlight or in the sun

When having trouble with your computer, what is the first thing to do?

• Do nothing

• Check the internet cord - make sure it's plugged in all the way.

• Check to make sure the computer is plugged in