Precautionary measures for computer lab
Rules for protecting yourself
Do not run inside the computer lab. Take a note of all the exits in the room, and also take note of the location of fire extinguishers in the room for the sake of fire safety. Try not to type continuously for extremely long periods. Look away from the screen once in a while to give your eyes a rest. Do not touch any exposed wires or sockets. Avoid making loud noises and speaking loudly. Do not attempt to open any machines, and do not touch the backs of machines when they are switched on. Do not spill water or any other liquid on the machine, in order to maintain electrical safety.
There is a lot of equipment in computer labs that could short circuit itself or cause electric shocks, so one needs to be very careful.
Rules for protecting equipment
Do not bring any food or drinks near the machine. Turn off the machine you were using, when you are done using it. Do not access external devices without scanning them for computer viruses. Ensure that the temperature in the room stays cool, since there are a lot of machines inside a lab, and there can overheat easily. This is one of the many ways of ensuring computer safety. Try not to touch any of the circuit boards and power sockets when something in connected to them and switched on. Always maintain an extra copy of all your important data. Dust can effect computers adversely. Ensure that the machines are cleaned on a regular basis and covered properly.
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