This video summarised and shed light on some of the common dangers that could arise in everyday environments. We viewed it in class altogether and were educated regarding health and safety.
Some of the key points risen in this video include:
- Fire Extinguishers - There are multiple different types of fire extinguishers, all colour-coded to make them easily identifiable. The two most common types of fire extinguishers are water and carbon dioxide; it is vital that the correct one is used depending on the situation.
- Water - Water should be used for wood, textiles and paper fires. Never use water on a chemical/electrical fire as it will aggregate the fire.
- Carbon Dioxide - A general use fire extinguisher which will work for almost anything, but works particularly well for electrical fires.
- Fire Procedures - There are a number of procedures that must be followed in the case of a fire, which include but are not limited to:
- Not fighting the fire - As a student, you should never attempt to mitigate the fire as it could pose a serious hazard to yourself.
- Assembly points - In the event of a fire, always proceed calmly to your designated assembly point. You don't want people risking their lives for no reason, running into a burning building to save someone that isn't in danger.
- Equipment - Report any faults in equipment to relevant staff. Under no circumstances attempt to remedy the problem yourself. These faults may include:
- Electrical Hazards - When working with electrical equipment, such as guitar amplifiers and PA systems, there is always a risk of electrocution and/or burns.
- Heavy Equipment - PA systems and heavy amplifiers must not be moved without assistance from at least one other individual. Lifting such heavy things by yourself could lead to severe injury to your back, which, in most cases, is irreparable.
- Fire Hazards - Fires, typically electrical fires, can start in the blink of an eye if you fail to exercise caution. To minimise the risk of fire spreading, keep clutter to a minimum and stay vigilant.
- Tripping Hazards - Cables or any small equipment left on the ground could result in someone tripping and being injured. To prevent this, move any risk-inducing objects off to the side, or cover cables with a cable runner.
- Slipping Hazards - Similarly to tripping hazards, liquids left on the ground could result in someone slipping and being injured. On a rainy day, or over wet surfaces, stay aware of your surroundings to avoid the unfortunate.
- Hearing Damage - Particularly relevant to us music students, hearing damage is an incredibly serious ailment that affects your ability to process sound. This usually occurs due to the cochlea being damaged, which can produce an overwhelming ringing of a tone in your ear(s) (tinnitus). In most cases, hearing damage is irreversible and is a lifelong impairment.
- Prevention includes wearing ear-plugs or any suitable PPE alternative which will dampen the sound and decrease the volume of the instruments.
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