Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term v4 - SHS 1
HEALTH AND SAFETY IN ENGINEERING PRACTICE
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HEALTH AND SAFETY IN ENGINEERING PRACTICE
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Subject: Engineering
Class: SHS 1
Term: 1st Term
Week: 10
Grade code: 1.1.2.LI.4
Strand code: 1
Sub-strand code: 2
Content standard code: 1.1.2.CS.1
Indicator code: 1.1.2.LI.4
Theme: ENGINEERING PRACTICE
Subtheme: HEALTH AND SAFETY IN ENGINEERING PRACTICE
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In Ghana, from the local roadside mechanic ("fitter") and carpenter to large-scale construction sites in Accra or Takoradi, engineering work powers our communities. However, this work involves tools and machinery that can be dangerous if not used correctly. This lesson is not just about rules; it's about developing a "safety-first" mindset that protects you, your colleagues, and your future career. Understanding and practising health and safety is the most important skill for any engineer, ensuring you can work productively for a long time without life-changing injuries.
This section breaks down the core knowledge needed to understand and apply workshop safety. A. What is Health and Safety in Engineering?
Health and safety is a set of practices, procedures, and rules designed to prevent accidents, injuries, and illness in the workshop or any engineering environment. The goal is simple: to ensure everyone goes home in the same condition they arrived.
Failure to follow safety rules can lead to: Personal Injury: Cuts, burns, electric shocks, loss of fingers or eyesight, and even death. Damage to Equipment: A broken tool or machine costs money and time to repair or replace. Wasted Materials: An accident can ruin the workpiece (e.g., a piece of wood or metal). Work Stoppage: An accident can shut down the entire workshop. B. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
PPE is clothing or equipment worn to minimise exposure to hazards. It is the last line of defence when other safety measures are not enough.