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WorksheetsSAFETY Textiles Quiz Year 7
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 7mins
Before using a sewing machine you need to:
Cut all fabric.
Measure fabric.
Throw patterns away.
Check phone.
Tie hair back.
Ask permission.
Ask permission.
Turn on electricity.
Cut fabric.
Ask permission.
Tie hair back.
Set up machine, turn on electricity.
When using an iron or steam press it is important to:
Know where the cord is at all times.
Be careful of steam.
Check material is safe to iron with teacher.
Check iron is on by placing face close to the plate.
Know where the cord is at all times.
Use table to test if the iron is hot enough.
Leave plugged in and turned on even when not in use.
Be careful of steam.
Iron towards yourself.
Iron towards your hand on an uneven surface.
Use table to test if the iron is hot enough.
Check material is safe to iron with teacher.
Loose clothing or jewellery must be removed in Textiles because:
It may get lost.
It can get caught on machinery and hurt you.
It could have bacteria underneath.
It may be stolen.
Pins and needles must be used with caution because:
They are very expensive and break easily.
If they fall onto the floor they can get sucked up by the vacuum.
They should only be placed in a pin cushion or needle container.
If placed in the mouth they could be swallowed.
They are very expensive.
They can get lost extremely easily.
If placed in the mouth they could be swallowed.
If they fall on the ground they could stick into someone.
If your hands are too close to the needle in the sewing machine you risk running over your finger which can be a serious injury.
If you run over your fingers with a needle you may need to have your arm removed.
They may stick into someone's back if they are lying on the floor.
It is very important that you do not run, shove or throw things in Textiles because:
A person could be offended by your behaviour and report you for acting irresponsibly.
A person could have equipment in their hands which could hurt themselves or someone else.
A person could be holding their material and you could damage it.
A person could be concentrating and you could distract them.
When using electricity it is important to:
Ensure your hands are dry.
Use electricity quickly in case another students needs to use it.
Always have scissors close by in case you need to cut something.
Pull the plug out and then switch off the power point.
Never use electric items with frayed cords.
Always have a water bottle close by in case you get thirsty.
Use near other students so they can help you.
Always have scissors close by in case you need to cut something.
Call out to others when you have finished.
Ensure hands are dry.
Never use electric items with frayed cords.
Switch off at power point before unplugging.
When using scissors it is important to:
Carry them with the point facing down and do not wave them around.
Be careful because fabric scissors are sharp.
Use paper scissors for paper, and fabric scissors for fabric.
Carry them with the point facing forward.
Use them to cut electrical cords.
Rest them in your mouth when not in use.
Always ensure they are hidden throughout the room so other students cannot find them.
Be careful because fabric scissors are sharp.
Use paper scissors to cut fabric.
Cut unused electrical cords with scissors.
Carry them with the point facing down.
When changing a machine needle it is important to:
Ask a student to help you.
Use the scissors to remove the needle.
Have water close by in case you get thirsty.
Tell the teacher so that they may help you.
Turn the main power off in case you bump the pedal and run over your fingers.
Use the scissors to remove the needle from the machine.
Turn the machine off at the main power in case you bump the pedal and run over your fingers.
Leave the machine unattended and do something else instead.
Ask a student to help you.
Listening and following teacher instructions is important because:
Your teacher always knows best.
You need to show respect and tell other students to be quiet.
Otherwise you will not get a good mark.
Teachers like to be listened to.
Not listening to the teacher is against school rules.
It can help you have success with your project.
It can help you and your class mates stay safe.
If you find your machine tension is wrong you can:
Ask a student to help you correct it.
Ask your teacher to assist you in correcting it.
Work on something else and ignore it.
Keep sewing, it will figure itself out.
