Safe Behaviour & Housekeeping
What should you always do when moving around the textiles room?
Walk and stay focused.
What type of shoes must be worn in the textiles room?
Closed-in shoes.
Where should pins be stored when not in use?
In a pincushion or container.
How many students should operate a sewing machine at one time?
One student.
How should an iron be positioned when not in use?
Standing upright.
Why is good housekeeping important in the textiles room?
It prevents accidents like trips, burns, and injuries.
Why must hair be tied back when sewing?
To prevent entanglement in machines.
Why should fabric scissors not be used to cut paper?
It damages the blades and makes them unsafe.
What should you do before making adjustments to a sewing machine?
Turn the power off.
Why must cords not be left across walkways?
They can cause trips and falls.
What should you do if you see a hazard on the floor?
Stop and remove the hazard or tell the teacher.
Name one item that should be removed or secured before sewing.
Jewellery or loose sleeves.
How should scissors be carried safely?
Points down, handle first.
Why should you never sew over pins?
They can break the needle and cause injury.
What should you do if you are unsure about a heat setting?
Stop and ask the teacher.
Where should bags be stored during a practical lesson?
On the bag racks outside the classroom
What risk does PPE help reduce when using heat equipment?
Burns
What is the correct disposal for broken needles?
The sharps container.
What should you do if the needle breaks while sewing?
Stop the machine and tell the teacher.
What is the rule about leaving heat equipment unattended?
It is never allowed.
What is the safest first response if something looks unsafe?
Stop, step back, and inform the teacher.
What type of clothing is safest when using sewing machines?
Fitted sleeves with no dangling items.
What should you do if you drop a pin on the floor?
Pick it up immediately.
What is the safest action if something goes wrong while sewing?
Stop the machine and inform the teacher.
What is the first response to a frayed cord or burning smell?
Stop using it and tell the teacher.