Fig. 19 shows a piece of personal protective equipment (PPE). The item shown is commonly used in design and technology projects. It has been designed and ma...
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Fig. 19 shows a piece of personal protective equipment (PPE). The item shown is commonly used in design and technology projects. It has been designed and manufactured to meet specific requirements. The choice of materials and construction methods affects the quality of the finished product.
The blade is thin and sharp. It can be fixed if it breaks.
Pine is a popular choice for this application due to its corrosion resistance and ease of bending. Consideration has been given to the environmental impact of the materials and processes used.
(a) Name the item of PPE shown in Fig. 19. [1]
(b) State one workshop activity where this item must be worn. [1]
Answer Details
(a) The item of PPE shown in Fig. 19 is safety goggles (eye protection) [1]. The diagram shows two circular lenses connected by a bridge and fitted with side arms, which is the characteristic shape of protective goggles used in a workshop.
(b) Safety goggles must be worn during activities such as drilling, grinding, soldering, sawing, or using a lathe [1]. These are any workshop operations that produce chips, sparks, flying debris, or fine particles that could enter the eyes and cause injury.
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