Health, Safety & Ethics ICT Grade 9 PDF

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Unit 1 I Health, Safety & Ethics 1 Unit Health, Safety & Ethics Learning Objectives By the end of Unit 1, learners should be able to: Show an understanding of computer laboratory guidelines. Apply the rules and regulations of using the computer laboratory. Adopt safety precautions when using an ICT tool. Demonstrate proper care of computer equipment. Discuss the social and economic effects of the use of computers in the context of particular computer applications. | 1.1 The Computer Room The computer laboratory is a specialist room different from your usual classroom. Many expensive electronic devices are found there, which are under the supervision of laboratory auxiliary. For your own health and safety there are guidelines that you need to follow. | 1.2 Introduction Observe the picture and read the guidelines to follow in the computer laboratory. (see next page) 9 1.3 | Computer Laboratory Guidelines 1. Seek your teacher’s permission before: Entering the laboratory Using the devices (Computer, Printer, Scanner , Projector) Accessing the internet Inserting removable devices/disks Changing any computer settings Moving, changing or deleting files on the computer 2. Always Adopt a proper sitting posture Keep the computer laboratory clean Maintain silence and do not disturb other users. Keep Food and drink away from computer equipments Move around the laboratory in an orderly manner 3. Report to your educator any: T R EPOR Loose or broken cables Malfunction or Damaged equipment Unusual activities Quick Test 1.3 Observe the picture and tick ( √ ) any guidelines that have not been followed. Statements Tick (√) 1. Eating and drinking in the computer laboratory 2. Good Sitting position 3. Trailing Wires 4. Dirty computer Laboratory 5. Running in the computer laboratory 10  Unit 1 I Health, Safety & Ethics Work out : Word Processing Go to page 100 and work out Word Task 1 only 1.4 | Adopt safety precautions when using ICT tools Computers are safe to use if they are handled properly. It can be potentially dangerous if misused since they operate using electricity. Learning about safety precautions is important but adopting them is even more. Some Safety precautions you need to adopt when using ICT tools Avoid eating and drinking near computers as it can result to electric shock for the user. Computers use lots of wires and if not well arranged this may cause users to trip over. Do not insert objects in the system unit. Overloading of power socket may cause overheating and even fire. Switch off computer before connecting or disconnecting any cables. Opening the system unit while the computer is ON is life threatening. Don’t switch your computer ON if socket is damaged. Make sure your computer is on a strong table as some parts are heavy and can cause injury if they fall on people. Place your computer in a well ventilated space to prevent overheating of equipment. Do not try to repair your computer as you are not trained for. SAFETY FIRST 11  Work out : Word Processing Go to page 101 and work out Word Task 2 only Quick Test 1.4 Safety Precautions 4 Fill in the CROSSWORD ACROSS 1. too high temperature 3 1 DOWN 1. no room and no................. 1 2 2.................. shock 3.................. may cause tripping over when no well arranged 4. t oo many connections in a socket 12  Unit 1 I Health, Safety & Ethics Work out : Presentation Go to page 118 and work out Presentation Activity 2 only 1.5 | Guidelines for proper care of computer equipments  o not switch your computer on and off too quickly, 1. D wait at least 2 minutes. 2. Scan any disks with an antivirus software before using them. 3. Do not use your computer during heavy rain or lightning. 4. Never leave your computer in direct sunlight. 5. Always shut down your computer after use. 6. Computers should be kept in well ventilated rooms. need to look for one 7. Protect your computer from dust and liquids. 13  Quick Test 1.5 Find and circle OFF SCAN LIGHTNING SUNLIGHT COMPUTER C O M P U T E R A I S O S X L G B X Z P I C L I G H T N I N G T A R F C K U I Y T E J N A S U N L I G H T F A O F F U N A P G Z T R 1.6 | Social and economic effect of the use of computers Activity 1.6 Communication Development of science and technology has direct effect on our daily life as well as in our social life. Computers are used in various fields. Business Work Some of the major computer application fields are discussed below. Fields Discuss with you educator. Education Banking 14  Unit 1 I Health, Safety & Ethics 1.6.1 | E-Commerce ( Business) Electronic commerce means the buying and selling of goods and services using the internet. Exercise 4: Observe the table below which shows two ways to buy a product. Steps without e-commerce with e-commerce Choose the product Buy the product Delivery of the product Activity 1.6.1 Observe the pictures Now we can discuss about the differences between e-commerce and traditional shopping. Use these hints - Place where the products are displayed? - Modes of delivery? - Types of payment? 15  How are the products displayed? TRADITIONAL COMMERCE E-COMMERCE................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ How are the products delivered? TRADITIONAL COMMERCE E-COMMERCE................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ What is the mode of payment? TRADITIONAL COMMERCE E-COMMERCE................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ Did you know Tools required When doing an e-commerce transaction the following are needed. A computer, a tablet PC or a smart phone. Internet connection. 16  Unit 1 I Health, Safety & Ethics Quick Test 1.6.1 Using the statements given below, classify them as benefits or drawbacks. Statements 1 You can choose from a variety of products from different countries. 2 Not everyone is connected to the Internet. 3 The product received may not be the same as ordered. 4 You stay at home and do your shopping. 5 There is a risk of hacking (unauthorized access). 6 It may be difficult to return the good or get help from the seller. 7 It is easier and quicker to check for the best price. 8 The shop owner saves on warehouse and other operational costs. 9 There is a risk of virus infection. 10 The product is cheaper. 11 You may have to wait a long time before you receive the product. 12 You can shop anytime (24 hours a day and seven days a week). 13 You are not able to try the item before you purchase it. 14 No need to travel to the shop. Benefits 1........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 2........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 3........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 4........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 5........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 6........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 7........................................................................................................................................................................................................ Drawbacks 1........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 2........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 3........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 4........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 5........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 6........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 7........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 17  1.6.2 | Teleworking ( Work) Home Office The use of ICT has changed the traditional work practices. Now, it is possible to do office work from home using computers and telecommunications facilities. This way of working is called teleworking or telecommuting. Tools required Personal Computer or Laptop and Internet connection. Benefits of Teleworking Benefits to Employers Benefits to Employees They save on rental and office running costs. They work in a relaxed environment. T ravel expenses and other travel-related No travel costs problems are reduced. Better work/family life balance. Handicapped persons may also work. Drawbacks of Teleworking Benefits to Employers Benefits to Employees E mployers do not have direct control over They do not meet other workers. teleworkers. T hey may be tempted to spend time on personal work. 18  Unit 1 I Health, Safety & Ethics Quick Test 1.6.2 Fill in the blanks with the following words: Travel Family Costs Teleworking Handicapped Working from home is called........................................... Many people prefer to work this way because they can look after their.......................................... at the same time........................................... persons can also work. There is no need to.......................................... to the office. Moreover, employers are happy because they save on office running........................................... Traditional banking In Traditional banking, a person goes to a bank to do the following transactions: Open/close account Deposit/withdraw money Check balance Exchange of foreign currency Money Transfer Apply for loan Find out Did you know Accompany your parents next time To perform transactions, they go to the bank and note down you need to call in person your observations. and bring along your ID Card to prove your identity. Usually you have to queue up and wait for your turn. Observation Notes....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 19  1.6.3 | E-banking E-banking also known as online banking (or Internet banking) refers to the use of internet to perform bank transaction such as: Transfer money from one account to another. Online payments (of bills or purchases through e-commerce). Check account balance. Did you know User ID/Username is an identification used by a person to access a computer system. Password is a secret key/code The bank provides an E-banking web-site. Users must have User ID and password. Password is used to avoid unauthorized access to the account. E-banking allows cashless transactions. Tools needed INTERNET Customers with their devices Bank servers to store information about customers. 20  Unit 1 I Health, Safety & Ethics Find out Visit an online banking website of a local bank and note down your observation Observation Notes.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... Services provided by E-banking to customers Check bank balance Transfer Pay bills money online Services Create Apply for new accounts loan Print bank statements 21 Benefits of E-banking Benefits to Customers Benefits to Bank Transactions can be done from home Banks can attract new customers Transactions can be done at any time (24/7) Bank can operate 24 hours a day No need to stand in queues No need to employ many staff Can request for bank statement instantly Save costs on rent and salary Can apply for loan Drawbacks to Customers Drawbacks to Bank N  eed to have internet facilities to access web N  eed to buy expensive computers and site specialist workers to develop web site Fear of hacking and fraud I f web site is not working , customers will not have access to their account N  eed to be aware of fake E-mail that can steal personal information Quick Test 1.6.3 1. U  nscramble the letters below to make seven words related to E-BANKING. Then use the letters in the boxes in the new words to solve the E-BANKING RIDDLE! CUNAO ___ C ___ ___ ___ T OLIN ___ N ___ ___ E SAEC ___ C ___ ___ S SORPWD ___ A ___ S ___ ___ ___ NETTRI ___ N ___ ___ ___ E ___ MAELI M ___ ___ L An identification used by a person to access a computer system. ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ 22