What are ten features of a safe computer classroom?

Answer 1

There are likely more than 10 features and rules to make a computer lab safe. Here are some:

1. The workspace should be large enough to accommodate the system unit and whatever is needed for use with the computer.

2. There should be proper support for the wrists and back while using the computer.

3. Any desks should be sufficiently sturdy.

Here are the features of a handicapped accessible computer lab:

1. Doorway openings should be at least 32 inches wide. Doorway thresholds should be no higher than 1/2 inch.
   
2. Make sure all levels of the lab are connected by a wheelchair-accessible route of travel.
   
3. Keep aisles wide and clear for wheelchair users, with as few protruding objects as possible.
   
4. Make sure there are procedures in place for retrieving materials that may be inaccessible by students with mobility issues.
   
5. Make sure there are ramps and/or elevators provided. Elevators should have both auditory and visual signals for floors. Elevator buttons should be marked in large print and Braille or raised notation and easily reachable for wheelchair users.
   
6. Locate the lab near wheelchair-accessible restrooms with well-marked signs.
   
7. Service desks need to be accessible to wheelchair users.
   
8. Provide ample, high-contrast, large-print directional signs throughout the lab. Mark equipment the same way.
   
9. Provide hearing protectors, study carrels, or private study rooms for users who are easily distracted by noises and movement around them.
   
10. Provide at least one adjustable-height table with easily reachable controls for each type of computer.
    
11. Keep document holders available to help users position documents for easy reading.
    
12. Have wrist rests available to those who need extra wrist support while typing.
    

If you mean rules:

1. No eating, drinking, nor smoking.
   
2. Save your files often.
   
3. Keep your workspace neat.
   
4. Browse the internet safely.
   
5. Respect others, including other users, the instructor and students.
   
6. Keep your files organized.
   
7. Log-off when finished.
   
8. Don't tamper with the computer or its settings.
   
9. Work quietly.
   
10. Print only when necessary.