SAFETY

Exercise 1

Listen to the conversation (track)

Exercise 3

Listen to these mini conversations and try to understand as much as possible (track)

GRAMMAR IN USE

have to/need to/be allowed to

When people talk about regulations and responsibilities in English, they often use the expressions need to, have to and be allowed to.

Examples:

Passengers are not allowed to walk near the aircraft on the ground.

The inspector has to carry out detailed checks.

Most of the safety inspection needs to be done while the cabin is empty.

Exercise 6

Put the nouns under the correct heading - countables or uncountables

seat belt, equipment, damage, hazard, injury, first aid, oxygen, fire extinguisher, emergency, information, warning, advice, sign, protection, training, torch, safety, life jacket, passenger

Check your answer here.

VOCABULARY PRACTICE

The expression in case is often used to talk about possible problems and emergencies.Look at these examples:

There are things such as oxygen bottles in case there is smoke in the cabin.

Make sure that everyone can read safety regulations easily, especially in case of an emergency.

Exercise 10

Read these rules of cold metalworks and translate them into Estonian

1. Keep the work area clean. Wipe up oil and grease spills immediately to prevent injuries caused by spilling and falling. Keep paths to exits clear.

2. Use eye protection. When doing cold metalwork, wear approved safety glasses or a face shield.

3. Store rags safely. Store oily and greasy rags in a fireproof metal container to prevent the spreading of spontaneous fires.

4. Use proper tools. Always use the proper-sized tools and equipment for the job.

5. Use the correct lifting method. Serious injury may result from straining due to incorrect lifting. Lift heavy objects with the leg muscles, not the back muscles. When lifting heavy objects, obtain assistance.

6. Obtain the instructor`s permission. Use equipment only with the instructor`s permission. Notify the instructor immediately if you are injured.

7. Wear proper clothing. Wear clothing that is not loose or bulky and wear hard-toed shoes with non-skid soles.

8. Ground electrical equipment. Each electrical tool should be equipped with a three-prong plug and plugged into a grounded three-hole receptacle.

9. Restrain long hair. Restrain excessively long hair with a band or cap to keep hair from getting entangled in machines. When using a drill, be extremely careful with long hair.

10. Secure stock. Be certain that stock to be cut, filed, or chiseled is securely fastened in a vise or by clamps to prevent tools from slipping.

11. Mount holding devices securely. Mount vises, anvils, and clamps securely for cold metalwork.