Computer Support/Procedures/Safety

This lesson covers safety procedures.

Objectives and Skills

Objectives and skills for the safety procedures portion of A+ certification include:

Given a scenario, use appropriate safety procedures.

• Equipment grounding
• Proper component handling and storage
  • Antistatic bags
  • ESD straps
  • ESD mats
  • Self-grounding
• Toxic waste handling
  • Batteries
  • Toner
  • CRT
• Personal safety
  • Disconnect power before repairing PC
  • Remove jewelry
  • Lifting techniques
  • Weight limitations
  • Electrical fire safety
  • Cable management
  • Safety goggles
  • Air filter mask
• Compliance with local government regulations

Readings

1. Wikipedia: Antistatic wrist strap

Multimedia

1. YouTube: Managing Electrostatic Discharge - CompTIA A+ 220-902 - 5.1
2. YouTube: Computer Safety Procedures - CompTIA A+ 220-902 - 5.1