Introduction

1. Introduction • Unit 1: Safety • Unit 2: Introduction to Engines • Unit 3: Experiencing Small Engines Modularly • Unit 4: Introduction to Alternative Energy • Unit 5: Experiencing Alternative Energy Modularly

2. The Portfolio There is no text book for this course. You will need a 2” binder to keep all of the handouts, assignments and course work. The portfolio will be collected periodically and evaluated as a part of your overall grade.

3. Power and Energy 3201 Unit 1 Safety

4. Here are some Facts: • Every year more than 700 Canadians die in workplace accidents. • Canada has twice as many workplace accidents as the UK, which has twice our population.

5. Here are some Facts: • There are about 1 million 'mishaps' every year – half of them result in time lost from work

6. More facts: • Treatment of occupational injuries costs about $1.2 billion /year • Work related injuries cost the economy about $10 billion / year • Research shows that most workplace accidents are predictable and preventable.

7. Some Statistics In 2001 in Canada: • 18,505 workers between 15 - 19 years of age lost time from work • 57 workers between 15 - 24 years of age died • 44,394 workers between 20 - 24 years of age lost time from work

8. Video: Young and new workers (5:41) Handout: Young and new Workers video sheet Video: Lost Youth

9. Safety must be a part of the shop culture. Everyone working in or visiting a shop environment has a responsibility to be constantly on guard, to identify actual and potential hazards, and to use personal protective equipment in the shop. Handout: Personal Conduct Sheet

10. Personal Rules of Conduct • Wear all safety equipment • No baggy clothing • Proper footwear • Use push-sticks • Don’t remove safely guards • No horseplay • Keep work area clean • No eating • Extension cords stored neatly • Tie back long hair • Pay attention to work and surroundings • Look out for your partner

11. Personal Rules of Conduct • Read all safety warnings • Follow all safety warnings • Use appropriate materials and appropriate tools • Keep tools in good shape • Use good lighting • Unplug tools when not in use • Work in well ventilated areas • Have a first aid kit and know how to address injuries • Be aware of your personal condition • Wear visible clothing • Follow instructions

12. Activity: Safety Poster Design a poster for one of the safety rules discussed. • Do a rough draft first • Final draft should be on 11x17 paper • Colour

13. General Shop Rules Handout: Shop Safety Worksheet • Keep all hand tools clean and in good working condition. • Report any defective tools, machines or other equipment to the instructor.

14. General Shop Rules • Always use a tool for the purpose it is intended. • Report all accidents. • Be neat and orderly.

15. Personal Safety Rules • Wear appropriate clothing for the job.

16. Personal Safety Rules • Practical jokes and fooling around is not permitted in the shop at anytime. • Be certain to wash-up after you are finished.

17. Gasoline Safety

18. Handling Gasoline Handout: Handling Gasoline worksheet • Gasoline contains many toxic chemicals that can be absorbed through the skin. • Avoid breathing gasoline fumes.

19. Handling Gasoline • Never use gasoline as a cleaning solvent. Vaporous gasoline is extremely flammable.

20. Handling Gasoline • Gasoline spills must be cleaned up immediately and disposed of in proper containers.

21. Draining Gas Tank • Gasoline must be stored in proper containers. • Once the gas can is emptied, run hot steaming water in the can to remove vapors.

22. Quiz Quiz #1 Slides 1-22 Topics: • Young Workers Video • Personal Rules of Conduct • Shop Safety • Handling gasoline Just for Fun http://www.esterofire.org/kids