Maintain Health Safety and Security at Workplace Class

10 NCERT Solutions
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Maintain Health Safety and Security at Workplace Class 10 NCERT Solutions – The CBSE
has changed the previous textbook and the syllabus of Std. X. The new notes are made
based on the new syllabus and based on the New NCERT textbook. These notes are made
in collaboration with many expert teachers. All the important Information are taken from
the NCERT Textbook Information Technology (402).

The revised syllabus includes LibreOffice in Class 10 instead of OpenOffice.

Chapter 13: Health, Safety and Security at Workplace

A. Multiple choice questions

1. Workplace safety is essential in organization __.

(a) to avoid the accident and injury
(b) to increase the productivity
(b) to improve the work environment
(d) All of the above

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2. Which of the following is not mandatory to keep the good health of an employee?
(a) Cleanliness
(b) Food court

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(c) Clean and fresh air
(d) Clean washroom

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3. The security department is not responsible for __.
(a) personal safety
(b) computer system and equipment safety
(c) electrical safety
(d) personal belongings

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4. The proper security procedures will increase __.
(a) liabilities
(b) insurance
(c) business revenue
(d) operational charges of the company

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5. Which kind of hazards can occur in the IT industry?
(a) Biological
(b) Chemical
(c) Physical
(d) Ergonomic

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6. Which of the following can cause hazards while using computers?
(a) Poor sitting postures or excessive duration of sitting in one position
(b) Lifting heavy object
(c) Mishandling of tools and equipment
(d) Improper handling of office equipment

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7. Which of the following statements is likely to result in an injury to the operator?
(a) Selecting the right tool for the job
(b) Wearing safety goggles or glasses
(c) Using a tool with loose handles
(d) Keeping cutting tools sharp

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8. What are the potential causes of hazards at the workplace?
(a) Poor ventilation
(b) Poor lighting

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(c) Poor housekeeping
(d) All of the above

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B. Fill in the blanks

1. Health of an employee is the state of the physical, _____ and _____ well being.

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2. The workplaces must be cleaned in the _________________before the people start
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3. A proper _____ provides clean and cool air at the workplace.

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4. A fresh food cafeteria helps to maintain the ______________of the employee.

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5. The work environment of the organization must be _____ and free from _____ and _____.

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6. The proper security procedures will increase the _ and will reduce the ____ of the
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7. Injuries and illness of the employees is prevented through national policy on ________.

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8. Physical hazards occur due to ___.

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9. Electrical hazards mostly caused due to coming in direct contact with _____, or indirect
contact through a _____.

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10. Hazards while using computers occurs due to _____ or excessive duration of sitting in
_____.

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C. State whether the following statements are True or False

1. The employer and employees are responsible for workplace safety.

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2. Any injury at work should be reported to the supervisor immediately.

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3. No matter how big or small the injury; the injured person should receive medical attention.

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4. While working with machines and equipment, employees must follow the safety guidelines
set by the company.

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5. Bright light sources behind the display screen can create contrast problems.

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6. Exposure to bright lights and toxic fumes and vapor could damage the mouth and ears.

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7. The use of personal protective clothing and equipment can control the hazards at the
workplace.

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8. Do not throw rubbish daily.

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9. Proper handling of office equipment can result in injuries.

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10. Stress at the workplace can cause hazards in today’s organization.

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D. Short answer questions

1. Briefly explain the concept of health, safety and security at the workplace.

Answer: A health, safety and security policy is a written statement by an employer stating
the company’s commitment for the protection of the health, safety and security of employees
and to the public. It is an endorsed commitment by management to its employees regarding
their health, safety and security.

2. State the most important reasons for health, safety and security programs in
workplace

Answer: The most important reasons for health, safety and security programs in the
workplace because.

It shows the company commitment for their employee regarding health and safety

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 It improve the productivity of the company with safety
It proves that a company is not only making profits but it is taking care of all its
stakeholders.
It defines the role of every employee in the workplace regarding health, safety and
security.
It helps to follow the Indian Occupational Health and Safety rules of the government.
It also helps to prevent employee injuries and illnesses.

3. List out the various workplace safety hazards.

Answer: The various workplace safety hazards are –

Physical Hazards
Chemical Hazards
Biological Hazards
Electrical Hazards
Mechanical Hazards
Fire Hazards
Ergonomic Hazards

4. List out the potential sources of hazards in an organization.

Answer: The potential sources of hazards in an organization are –

Electrical Equipment – Electrical wire, Overloaded circuits or faulty electrical devices.

Machinery and Equipment – Poor maintenance based machine or faulty machine
Work Environment – Excessive noise, Poor lighting or extreme temperatures
Ergonomic Issues – Lifting heavy objects incorrectly or Poor workstation design.
Work Processes – Improper handling of tools, absence of safety protocols or
dangerous operations.

5. List some of the IT workplace hazards.

Answer: Some of the IT workplace hazards are –

Fire Hazards – Insufficient cooling of computer hardware, Overheating equipment

or Faulty devices.
Electrical Hazards – Overloaded power outlet, improper use of electronic devices or
Faulty wiring
Ergonomic Hazards – Incorrect sitting posture, Strain from typing or using mouse,
Poor workstation setup.
Trip and Fall Hazards – Cables and wire lift loose on the floor.

6. What are the examples of potential hazards?

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Answer: The examples of potential hazards are Poor housekeeping, hard furniture,
inadequate lighting, inadequate ventilation, and incorrectly heighted chairs and tables.

7. Describe information technology workplace hazards.

Answer: Some of the Information Technology workplace hazards are –

Fire Hazards – Insufficient cooling of computer hardware, Overheating equipment or

Faulty devices.
Electrical Hazards – Overloaded power outlet, improper use of electronic devices or
Faulty wiring
Ergonomic Hazards – Incorrect sitting posture, Strain from typing or using mouse,
Poor workstation setup.
Trip and Fall Hazards – Cables and wire lift loose on the floor.

8. What are the workplace safety rules?

Answer: Some of the workplace safety rules are –

Store all cleaning chemicals in different containers in separate cupboards.

Throw garbage daily
Insure proper lighting in workplace
Do not wear loose cloth or jewelry when working with machine
Do not distract the people who are working near fire or near some machinery.
Shut down all equipment before leaving the workplace
Do not play with electrical equipment
Repair broken plugs, switches or electrical equipment.

9. List out different safety guidelines?

Answer: Different safety guidelines are –

Keep work areas clean and organized to prevent slips, trips and falls
Wear safety gear like gloves, helmets or goggles when you working with equipment
Know the location of fire extinguishers
Turn off equipment before maintaining the equipment

10. Describe the type of emergency with an example.

Answer: There are different types of emergency in the organization –

Medical Emergency – Severe injury, sudden illness or Heart attack

Fire Emergency – A fire outbreak in an office because of electrical fault.
Natural Disaster – Flood, Earthquake or hurricane

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Chapter 14: Workplace Quality Measures

A. Multiple choice questions

1. To provide a healthy and safe working environment, every organization must have
_______.
(a) Cleanliness
(b) Filtered water
(c) Clean wash-room
(d) All of the above

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2. Air pollution is mostly caused by production of the __ in the surrounding air.
(a) dust
(b) mixture of solid particles
(c) gasses
(d) All of above

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3. Repetitive use of muscle may feel pain in your _.
(a) neck
(b) shoulder
(c) wrist or fingers
(d) All of the above

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4. The security department organization is not responsible for ______.
(a) other safety
(b) computer system safety
(c) electrical safety
(d) transport safety

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5. For an organization, the proper security procedures will reduce ____.
(a) liabilities
(b) insurance
(c) business revenue
(d) operational charges of the company

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6. Do not wear __ when working with machines.
(a) jewelry
(b) safety glasses

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(c) masks
(d) gloves

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7. Sore lower back is caused due to _____.
(a) reaching forward frequently
(b) no lumbar support
(c) no upper back support from chair
(d) reaching forward for long periods

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8. What should you do about the problem of dry eyes?
(a) Forget to blink
(b) Rest eyes periodically and do simple eye exercises
(c) Do exercise
(d) Blink the eyes

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9. If light is coming directly behind or in front of you then you may suffer from _____.
(a) eye strain
(b) sore eyes
(c) dry eyes
(d) eye strain and sore eyes

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B. Fill in the blanks

1. Air and water pollution can be analyzed by using – physical, and ___ analysis.

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2. The PH value of the water can be measured through _ analysis.

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3. The _ indicators are used to monitor the health of the ecosystem.

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4. Ergonomics is the science concerned with _ and arranging things.

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5. Working with wrists extended too much repetition can cause _.

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6. The repetition of a seemingly _ task over a period of time can cause an injury.

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7. If a cord or wire will cross a pathway safely it should be marked with _.

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8. Loose cords and wires can cause _.

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9. Glare and __ on the screen should be prevented.

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10. The keyboard should have a matt surface to avoid __ glare.

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C. State whether the following statements are True or False

1. The work environment of the organization must be free from hazards and risk.

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2. Practice a no vehicle day every week to avoid air pollution.

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3. Applying ergonomics can improve performance and productivity.

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4. Wear rings, watches and necklaces while working on the computer.

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5. Never touch or try repairing any electrical equipment or circuits with wet hands.

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6. Unplug all power sources and cables from the computer while working on the computer.

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7. Occupational overuse syndrome, also known as repetitive strain injury.

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8. The work chair must be stable and allow the user to move easily.

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9. Artificial lighting from computer screens can cause sleeping problems.

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10. The keyboard and mouse should not be kept at the same level.

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D. Short answer type questions

1. What causes the water pollution?

Answer: The majority of human activity affects the water around us, when dangerous
materials like chemicals or waste products pollute water bodies like lakes, rivers,
groundwater, or seas, it is known as water pollution. These substances make the water
unsafe for human consumption by degrading its quality. Water pollution can also be caused
by wastewater or sewage.

2. What is occupational overuse syndrome?

Answer: Occupational overuse syndrome is also known as repetitive strain injury, it is

discomfort or persistent pain in muscles, tendons or other soft tissues without physical
manifestations. The causes of occupational overuse syndrome are poor posture, too much
force during tasks, heavy lifting objects, not taking breaks during prolonged work etc.

3. What are musculoskeletal problems?

Answer: Musculoskeletal problems affect different areas of the body such as back, arms
shoulders, neck, chest and feet. Musculoskeletal can give swelling, pain, discomfort etc.
Musculoskeletal problems occur due to wrong posture or uncomfortable chairs etc.

4. What cautions to be taken while working on the computer?

Answer: The cautions to be taken while working on the computer are –

The position of computer monitor should be at your eye level

Keep your monitor at least 20 to 30 inches away from you.
Use a backrest whenever you are sitting on the chair.
While typing keep your hands lower than elbows.
Use keyboard palm rest
Take small breaks while working on the computer.

5. Why is there no right way to use a laptop?

Answer: There is no right way to use a laptop because if your laptop screen is at the right
height then you have to lift your arms and shoulders too high to use it. Which will cause a
problem. To overcome this problem you have to use a desktop computer which is set up
ergonomically correct.

6. What causes eye strain and how to avoid it?

Answer: Computer bright light, flickering images or glare can cause eye strain and visual
fatigue. To avoid eye strain do the following things.

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 If light is coming directly behind or in front of you.
Adjust the brightness of computer screen
Blink your eyes in an interval
Keep the screen clean
Ensure that the screen colors are easy to look and characters are sharp and eligible on
the screen.
Give eyes periodic breaks from the screen

7. What type of display screen is suitable to work on a computer?

Answer: LED monitor of legible size is suitable for display screen.

8. What type of keyboard is suitable to work on a computer?

Answer: To maintain a comfortable working position and prevent hand or arm fatigue, the
keyboard should tilt and separate from the screen.

Chapter 15: Prevent Accidents and Emergencies

A. Multiple choice questions

1. What are the steps necessary for operating a fire extinguisher?

(a) Identify the safety pin of the fire extinguisher which is generally present in its handle
(b) Break the seal and pull the safety pin from the handle
(c) Use the fire extinguisher by squeezing the lever
(d) All of the above

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2. Which of the following is an example of ignition sources of open flames?
(a) Gas ovens
(b) Lighters in smoking areas
(c) Welding torches
(d) All of the above

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3. In fire classification, all liquid, grease, and gas material comes under _.
(a) Class A material
(b) Class B material
(c) Class C material
(d) Class A material

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4. In fire classification, material magnesium, potassium, and sodium comes under __.
(a) Class A material
(b) Class B material
(c) Class C material
(d) Class D material

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5. In fire classification, material wood, cloth, and paper comes under _.
(a) Class A material
(b) Class B material
(c) Class C material
(d) Class D material

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6. In fire classification, electrical material and equipment comes under __.
(a) Class A material
(b) Class B material
(c) Class C material
(d) Class D material

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7. When do we use a fire extinguisher?
(a) In case of flood
(b) In case of electric shock
(c) In case of fire
(d) In case of burn injury

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8. What is the primary fire emergency telephone number?
(a) 011
(b) 101
(c) 108
(d) 111

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9. Which of the following contains everything you need to know about evacuating
your facility safely?
(a) Evacuation Diagram
(b) Emergency Action Plan
(c) Employee Directory
(d) Both (a) and (b)

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10. The best course of action to take during a medical emergency is to __.
(a) Begin first aid immediately
(b) Activate the emergency plan for reporting injuries
(c) Notify the person’s family about the situation
(d) Both (a) and (b)

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B. Fill in the blanks

1. Emergency is a serious or crisis situation that needs______attention and __.

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2. A _ sign will warn people to walk carefully on freshly mopped floors.

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3. __ signs can prevent accidents on a staircase with a sharp bent or warn against a loose
floor tile.

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4. The _ should be responsible to handle the evacuation process.

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5. Workplace fires are commonly caused by improper storage of __ material or _ dust.

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6. There should always be an _____ plan for scheduled electrical maintenance or work.

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7. If the victim is breathing and has a heartbeat, give ______for injuries and treat for shock.

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8. A fire extinguisher is a _____ containing an agent which can be discharged to extinguish a
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C. State whether the following statements are True or False

1. The organization’s policies and guidelines are the best guide to handle emergencies.

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2. If someone is injured, act as per your impulse or gut feeling.

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3. Keep water and food items away from electrical equipment.

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4. Always switch off the electrical circuits.

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5. Always wear protective equipment, such as gloves and shoes.

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6. A fire extinguisher is a protection device used to extinguish fires.

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7. Flammable materials can be placed around a door exit.

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8. You can determine possible evacuation routes from floor plan diagrams posted in your
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D. Short answer questions

1. What is a workplace emergency?

Answer: Workplace emergency is an unexpected situation in the workplace that needs

immediate attention and action. This emergency can include events like natural disasters,
fire emergency, medical emergency or chemical spills. Effective emergency plans and
training are essential to manage this type of emergency for the safety of employees and the
visitors.

2. How do you protect yourself, your employees, and your business?

Answer: To protect yourself, employees and your business during a workplace emergency
are –

Follow the organization policies and guidelines

Only properly trained and certified professionals can take decisions beyond the
organization policies and guidelines.
Provide medical help to the injured only if you are certified to provide the necessary
aid.
Follow the instructions of senior staff who are trained to handle particular situations.

3. What is an emergency action plan?

Answer: An emergency action plan is a written plan that describes how to handle different
kinds of emergency situations at the workplace. This emergency action plan helps the
employee to understand how to act when the emergency is there.

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4. What should your emergency action plan include?

Answer: The emergency action plan includes first aid resources, evacuation routes, role and
responsibilities of employees, assembly points, emergency contact information etc.

5. How do you develop an evacuation policy and procedures?

Answer: To develop the general evacuation policy and procedures are –

Leave the premises immediately and start moving towards the nearest emergency exit.
Guid the visitors to the emergency exits.
Assist the person with disability to move towards the emergency exit.
You may carry your hand held belongings.
Do not use elevators to avoid overcrowding
Go to the emergency assembly area.

6. How do you establish evacuation routes and exits?

Answer: To establish evacuation routes and exits follow the following steps

Identify Safe Routes

Ensure that routes are accessible to everyone
Use visible signs to indicate exit routes and exits
Train all the employees for understanding the evacuation procedures.
Do a mock drill

7. What are the various types of fire extinguisher and their extinguishing material?

Answer: There are basically four different types of fire extinguisher –

Class A Material: Materials such as wood, cloth and paper.

Class B Material: All liquid, grease and gas related materials
Class C Material: Include electrical materials and equipment.
Class D Material: Include potassium, magnesium and sodium.

8. What are the steps for operating a fire extinguisher in case of a fire emergency.

Answer: The steps for operate fire extinguisher are –

Step 1: Identify the safety pin of fire extinguisher

Step 2: Break the seal and pull the safety pin
Step 3: Use the fire extinguisher
Step 4: Sweep it from side to side

9. Compare the different types of fire extinguisher.

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Answer: The suitable type of fire extinguisher are –

Class A Material: Water CO2 extinguisher, Mechanical foam extinguisher and ABC dry
powder extinguisher.
Class B Material: Dry chemical powder extinguisher, Carbon dioxide extinguisher,
Mechanical foam extinguisher and ABC dry powder extinguisher.
Class C Material: Dry chemical powder extinguisher, Carbon dioxide extinguisher and
ABC dry powder extinguisher.
Class D Material: Dry chemical powder extinguisher and ABC dry powder
extinguisher.

10. List the different classes of fire.

Answer: There is four different types of fire classifications –

Class A Material: Materials such as wood, cloth and paper.

Class B Material: All liquid, grease and gas related materials
Class C Material: Include electrical materials and equipment.
Class D Material: Include potassium, magnesium and sodium.

11. List out electrical rescue techniques.

Answer: Electrical rescue techniques are –

Turn off the power

Use non conductive tools or wood
Call 108 as soon as possible
Visually examine victims, perform CPR if necessary
Do not touch the victim
Provide first aid

12. What is the first aid for electrical emergencies?

Answer: The first aid for electrical emergencies are –

A victim may require Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

If victim is breathing then give first aid for injuries and treat for stock
If physician attending the victim must have detailed information

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Details of NCERT books –

NATIONAL COUNCIL OF EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH AND TRANING
Domestic Data Entry Operator
First Edition
DTP Cell Delhi: NCERT, New Delhi
November 2022

NATIONAL COUNCIL OF EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH AND TRANING [Dinesh Prasad

Saklani] (Director). (2022). Domestic Data Entry Operator (First Edition) [English]. Anup
Kumar Rajput.
https://cbseacademic.nic.in/web_material/Curriculum25/publication/secondary/402_IT_X.pdf

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