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SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS • All of the projects use batteries and therefore operate on a low voltage, however, you should remind Scouts not to experiment with mains electricity - this is at 230V and is dangerous. • Components may heat up if wired incorrectly. Scouts should disconnect batteries when not using their electronic projects. • Wire cutters, craft knives and soldering irons are used forcertain projects. Safe working practices such as tidy work spaces in a calm and well lit, well ventilated working environment should be adhered to at all times. • Before undertaking any soldering, Scouts should read the soldering instructions and demonstrate that they understand how to solder safely. • Helping hands may be needed for some soldering tasks so that Scouts’ fingers are kept well away from components and the tip of the soldering iron. • Soldering irons should always be used with a circuit breaker. • The mains cables on soldering irons need to be checked before use. Soldering irons with damaged cables should not be used. • Mains-connected soldering irons should be the type with siliconecoated, heat-resistant cables. • Scouts should be supervised when soldering. • Solder may contain lead or other unpleasant chemicals, and Scouts should wash their hands after handling it. • Safety glasses are recommended when assembling circuits. Solder can spit and trimming wires can result in bits of wire flying away from the board. • Some of the components such as the integrated circuit chips have sharp points. Care should be taken when removing IC chips from holders.
09 Scout Electronics Badge - Leaders’ Pack
