Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Region IV-A CALABARZON
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF BACOOR
BACOOR NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL MOLINO MAIN
MOLINO I, CITY OF BACOOR, CAVITE

ACTIVITY SHEET – G10 Regular

TLE – COMPUTER SYSTEM SERVICING (CSS)
Week #: 2 of 2nd Quarter

Name of Learner: ___________________________ Date: ________________

Grade/Section: ___________________________ Teacher: ________________

Subject: ___________________________ Activity No. ________________

Most Essential Learning Competency (MELC):

Identify necessary network materials in accordance with established procedures and check
against system requirements.
 Safety precautions related to Network

MOTIVATION:

This module was designed and written with you in mind. It is here to help you master configuring
computer systems and networks. The scope of this module permits it to be used in many different
learning situations. The language used recognizes the diverse vocabulary level of students. The lessons
are arranged to follow the standard sequence of the course.

PRESENTATION OF LESSON:

Introduction:

What I need to know?

This lesson is intended to develop your skills in planning and preparing for configuration of computer
system and networks.

1. What are the safety precautions related to networks?

2. Identify equipment’s used for safety precautions.

What’s new?
 You are now ready to explore configuring computer system and networks but first you need to
bear in mind the safety procedures related to networks. Your understanding on the basic safety
procedures below will help you better understand the safety precautions in configuring
computer system and network. Mark asterisk * if the statement suggest a safety measures
and ! if does not.
___1. Wear safety googles while working on computer cables and wire.
___2. Do not bring any food inside the workplace.
___3. Do not follow safety guidelines inside the working area.
___4. Use gloves while working with PC.
___5. Follow safety guidelines inside the working area.

Development:
What I know
Pre-Test True or False Directions: Write TRUE if the statement is correct and FALSE otherwise.
_____1. Installing network cables, whether copper or fiber optic, can be dangerous.
_____2. You should wear clothing such as mini skirts, short sleeved shirt when working with toxic
materials.
_____3. A safe workplace is clean, organized and well-lit.
_____4. Wear safety glasses if possible.
_____5. Never stand on the top rung of the ladder. You could easily lose your balance and fall.
_____6. No one should know that you will be working in your area.
_____7. Cordon off the area with caution tape or safety cones.
_____8. Wear gloves whenever possible, and dispose any waste properly.
_____9. You should handle solvents and glues used with fiber optics with utmost care.
_____10. Keep your working tools in safe place.
_____11. The process of cutting and trimming the strands of fiber-optic cables can produce tiny
fragments of glass that can penetrate your eyes.
_____12. You should keep the work area full of clutter.
_____13. Use tape to pick up small fragments and dispose them off properly.
_____14.Use special detectors to help you tell if a fiber is energized.

_____15. Make it sure that fire extinguisher and first aid kit be available in a workplace

What’s in?
When you install a new device or program, you sometimes need to configure, which means that you
need to set various switches and jumpers (for hardware) and to define values of parameters (for
software). Thanks to technological advancements, such as plug-and-play, much of this configuration is
now performed automatically.
What is it?
Safety Precautions Related to Networks
Installation of network cables, whether copper or fiber-optic, can be dangerous. You should wear clothing
such as long pants, a long-sleeved shirt, sturdy shoes that cover your feet, and gloves to protect you
from those toxic materials. Most importantly, wear safety glasses. If possible, ask building management,
or someone responsible for the building, if there are any dangerous materials or obstacles that you need
to be aware of before entering the ceiling area.
Safety precautions when using a ladder:
• Read the labels on the ladder, and follow any safety instructions written on it.
• Never stand on the top rung of the ladder. You could easily lose your balance and fall.
• Make sure that people in the area know you will be working there. Cordon off the area with
caution tape or safety cones.
• When you are using a ladder that leans up against a wall, follow the instructions written on the
ladder, and have someone hold the ladder to help keep it steady.
The tools required to install copper and fiber-optic cable may cause danger through improper use. When
working with cables, strictly follow these safety rules:
✓ Make sure that the tools you are using are in good working condition.
✓ Watch what you are doing, and take your time.
✓ Make sure that you do not cut yourself or place anyone in danger.
✓ Always wear safety glasses when cutting, stripping, or splicing cables of any kind. Tiny fragments can
injure your eyes.
✓ Wear gloves whenever possible, and dispose any waste properly.
✓ Use common sense when installing cables and fixing network problems. Call for assistance for tasks
that you cannot do on your own.

Fiber-Optic Safety
Fiber-optic cables are useful for communications, but they have certain hazards:
• Dangerous chemicals
• Tools with sharp edges
• Light which you cannot see that can burn your eyes
• Glass shards produced by cutting fiber-optic cable that can cause bodily harm

Chemicals
The solvents and glues used with fiber optics are dangerous. You should handle them with extreme care.
Read the instructions on the label, and follow them carefully. Also, read the material safety data sheet
(MSDS) that accompanies the chemicals to know how to treat someone in case of emergency.

Tools
When working with any tool, safety should always be your first priority. Any compromise in safety could
result in serious injury or even death. The tools used for working with fiber optics have sharp cutting
surfaces that are used to scribe glass.
Glass Shards
The process of cutting and trimming the strands of fiber-optic cables can produce tiny fragments of glass
or plastic that can penetrate your eyes or skin and cause severe irritation. The fibers can be extremely
difficult to see on your skin because they are clear and small

Harmful Light
Protect your eyes from the harmful light that may be in the fiber-optic strands. The light is a color that
humans cannot see. It can damage your eyes before you can feel it

Assimilation

What I can do?

Activity 1. True or False Directions: Identify whether each statement is True or False. If False, write its
effects.

What I have learned?

Post test: True or False Directions: Write TRUE if the statement is correct and FALSE otherwise.
_____1. Installing network cables, whether copper or fiber optic, can be dangerous.
_____2. You should wear clothing such as mini skirts, short sleeved shirt when working with toxic
materials.
_____3. A safe workplace is clean, organized and well-lit.
_____4. Wear safety glasses if possible.
_____5. Never stand on the top rung of the ladder. You could easily lose your balance and fall.
_____6. No one should know that you will be working in your area.
_____7. Cordon off the area with caution tape or safety cones.
_____8. Wear gloves whenever possible, and dispose any waste properly.
_____9. You should handle solvents and glues used with fiber optics with utmost care.
_____10. Keep your working tools in safe place.
_____11. The process of cutting and trimming the strands of fiber-optic cables can produce tiny
fragments of glass that can penetrate your eyes.
_____12. You should keep the work area full of clutter.
_____13. Use tape to pick up small fragments and dispose them off properly.
_____14.Use special detectors to help you tell if a fiber is energized.
_____15. Make it sure that fire extinguisher and first aid kit be available in a workplace

Additional Activities
Directions: List down activities at home that needs safety precautions.

1. ______________________________________

2. ______________________________________

3. ______________________________________

4. ______________________________________

5. ______________________________________

REFLECTION:
Direction: Write your personal insights about the lesson using the prompts below.
I understand that _____________________________________________________________
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I realize that _________________________________________________________________

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(Parent Signature over Printed Name)

Checked by:

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(Subject Teacher over Printed Name)