Learning aim A: Understand the applications and features of digital graphic products:
 

There are many health and safety risks associated with using computers.

Create a powerpoint about the health and safety risks that would be associated with you completing the work for the Recycle with Michael Campaign.

Include the following information and add in ways to overcome the risks, finally include a range of suitable images:
TRAILING CABLES Trailing cables from the back of computers can be a trip hazard if they are not tucked out of the way. If you have equipment plugged in such as camera leads and chargers these should be kept tucked away so no one can trip on them

WATER Water does not mix well with electricity and can result in a nasty electric shock. You should keep water away from all computers and be particularly careful when using a laptop because spilling a water onto a laptop keyboard will cause issues with the whole machine.
PORTABLE APPLIANCE TESTING All employers must get their electrical equipment checked every year by law. This is called PAT testing (portable appliance testing). PAT testing checks the electrical safety of every electrical appliance.
OVERLOADING SOCKETS can cause fires even if all appliances are tested. Sockets can be overloaded by putting too many appliances in extension cables and/or double adaptors.
REPETITIVE STRAIN INJURY (RSI) is caused by incorrect positioning of the hands when using the computer keyboard or mouse. Repetitive strain injury can be very uncomfortable but it is preventable. Specially designed keyboards and mice can alleviate the problems of RSI.

EYE STRAIN Continuously looking at a computer screen/monitor can damage your eyes. Regular breaks and making sure that the screen isn't too bright. It is recommended that people who use computers all day have regular eye check-ups to ensure there are no problems.

COMPUTER POSTURE BACK/NECK PROBLEMS can be caused by not sitting correctly or using the wrong chair when using a computer for long periods of time. To prevent this, you should make sure that your knees and ankles and shoulders to wrists should be positioned in 90-degree angles to your keyboard. Your back should remain neutral, with something supporting your lumbar spine. Keep your keyboard, mouse, and phone within your forearm's length.
CARRYING HEAVY EQUIPMENT can be an issue when work with computers. Moving equipment such as monitors and base units needs to be done safely to ensure you do not damage your health. In addition if you are taking photographs to edit on your computer you need to ensure that the computer equipment is not too heavy to carry. Some camera equipment such as tripods can be heavy and awkward to move. It is important to ensure that you do not attempt to move heavy items but to use a trolley to transport them.