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• - evaluate the ergonomics on your workspace, is your chair ergonomically correct in terms of height, tilt and back support
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  • The sewing area should be well-lighted
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  Follow the instructions. Take your time to familiarize yourself with the sewing machine as well as the manufacturers recommended best practices.
• Use the correct type and size for the fabric sewn

  • Change the needle frequently when using synthetic fabric
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  The thread in the bobbin should be the same as that on the spool
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  If tou have long hair, do not let your hair hang loose while sewing
• Types of HAZARDS:

  1. PHYSICAL HAZARDS
  2. CHEMICAL HAZARDS
  3. BIOLOGICAL HAZARDS
  4. PSYCHOLOGICAL HAZARDS
  5. ELECTRICAL HAZARDS
  6. ERGONOMIC HAZARDS
• Sewing safety rule and guidelines

  Pre-operational safety

  • Check the sewing machine and it's cord are in good working order.
  • Check all the adjustments and settings carefully before commencing any swing operation.
  • The workspace should be CLEAN AND free from all rubbish and obstacles
• OPERATING SEWING PRECAUTIONS

  • only one person is to operate the sewing machine at any time
  • Do not touch the sewing machine while the other person is sewing.
  • Do not wear loose clothing, specially long sleeves and neckties.
  • Turn the power off when making adjustments to the sewing machine such as changing the presser foot and needle.
  • Starts and run the sewing machine slowly and evenly
  • Take care not to sewn over the pin. Remove the pins before it is pinned before it is pulled under the presser foot.
• • make sure the take up lever is raised before pulling out
  • Keep the sewing machine free from lint
  • Do not pull or push fabric while sewing.
  • Keel your hands at the side of the presser foot not in front.