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JSS1: BASIC TECHNOLOGY - 1ST TERM

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  1. Understanding Technology | Week 1
    7 Topics
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    1 Quiz
  2. Safety Guidelines - for Pedestrians, Cyclists / Motorcycles & Motorists | Week 2
    6 Topics
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    1 Quiz
  3. Workshop Safety - Workshop Accidents | Week 3
    4 Topics
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    1 Quiz
  4. Workshop Safety - Safety Rules & Regulations | Week 4
    4 Topics
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    1 Quiz
  5. Workshop Safety - Accident Prevention Techniques | Week 5
    5 Topics
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    1 Quiz
  6. Properties of Materials (Wood) | Week 6
    7 Topics
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    1 Quiz
  7. Classification of Metals | Week 7, 8, 9
    6 Topics
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    1 Quiz
  8. Ceramics and Glass | Week 10
    5 Topics
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    1 Quiz
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  • Types of Workshop Accidents

In workshops, there are different types of accidents that can occur and these include:

1. Gas Leakage: Inhaling leaking gas like carbon monoxide fumes and any carbon compound can be fatal.

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2. Injury from cuts: This happens when sharp-edged tools are badly applied when working.

Causes of Workshop Accidents

3. Fire Hazards: There are two types of fire accidents to be considered. Electrical fire and Chemical fire.

(a) Electrical Fire: This occurs as a result of electrical sparks and overloading of a circuit leading to heat.

electrical fire

(b) Chemical Fire: When there is an oil spillage, the risk of fire is high.

chemical fire

4. Ear problem due to sharp sounds.

ear problem

5. Fall from height.

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6. Suffocation: Smoke from fires accidents, or gas leaks, can cause suffocation.

suffocation smoke

7. Stepping on broken bottles or sharp metallic objects.

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