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Visit aqa.org.uk/7562 for the most up-to-date specification, resources, support and administration 29.
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Visit aqa.org.uk/7562 for the most up-to-date specification, resources, support and administration 29
- This point belongs to Health and safety, especially Health and safety.
- You need to be able to visit aqa.org.uk/7562 for the most up-to-date specification, resources, support and administration 29.
- Use the linked flashcards and practice questions to check recall, then practise applying the idea in an exam-style answer.
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Quick student answer
Which of the following is a common safety precaution when using sewing machines?
Direct answer
Keeping hair tied back and avoiding loose clothing helps prevent accidents while using sewing machines.
Key terms
- Hazard: A potential source of harm or adverse effect on a person or persons.
- Risk Assessment: The process of evaluating the potential risks that may be involved in a projected activity or undertaking.
Common trap
Ignoring safety protocols: Always review and adhere to safety guidelines to prevent accidents.
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Related learning objectives
- Safe working practices: • knowledge of the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974), and how it influences the safe manufacture of textile products • control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) and safety precautions that should be taken with relevant materials • safe working practices and identifying potential hazards for the school or college workshop and industrial contexts • safety precautions that should be taken with specific manufacturing processes • the concept of risk assessment and its application to given manufacturing processes. Understand why some materials, adhesives and finishes are hazards. Safety in products and services to the customer.
Health and safety
- Students should be aware of, and able to explain, how designers and manufacturers ensure products are safe for consumers to use, including: • legislation used to protect consumers and its impact on product design, eg Consumer Rights Act (2015), Sales of Goods Act (1979), specifically including the requirements that relate to children’s clothing • the British Standards Institute (BSI), and how specific products might be tested to meet safety standards • measures to ensure the safety of toys, eg Lion Mark • advice to consumers: • manufacturer’s instructions • safety warnings • aftercare advice including care labelling.
Health and safety