Transcript Task 11

Task 21
Describe the importance of
leaving the work area and
equipment in a safe condition
on completion of the drawing
activities (such as correctly
isolated, removing and
disposing of waste).
The importance of good housekeeping:
• Cleaning down work surfaces.
• Filing disks, manuals and unneeded items of
equipment into safe storage.
• Leaving the work area in a safe and tidy
condition.
• Cleaning down work surfaces.
– Remove dirt to reduce bacteria
– Remove dust to reduce asthma risk
• Filing disks, manuals and unneeded items of
equipment into safe storage.
– So that they can be found when needed
– So that they don’t get damaged or lost
– Reduce risk of injury from falling items
• Leaving the work area in a safe and tidy condition.
– So that anyone else working there is safe
– To demonstrate a professional and efficient attitude
– Isolate power supplies when not in use to eliminate the
risk of electric shock, fire, or equipment malfunction