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General Safety

  
#314

  THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILLITIES ACT — This video program establishes
  the basis for the Federal Law which became effective on July 26, 1992.
  It illustrates how this legislation affects workers. It also defines what
  is a disability and who is protected under the act. The program goes into
  detail in stressing the importance of job descriptions and qualifications.
  It also defines what is meant by “reasonable accommodations”
  as required by the act. In general, this program will motivate employees
  to welcome disabled co-workers to their facility. (18 Minutes) 

  

  
#380

  ACTIVELY CARING FOR A TOTAL SAFETY CULTURE — This video program
  will motivate supervisors and employees and let them feel that they can
  do something about safety. It will promote a philosophy that safety is
  a value that should be associated with every priority. It will also promote
  a work environment which is based on employee involvement, ownership, teamwork,
  education, training and leadership. It will build awareness and self-esteem,
  empowerment, pride, enthusiasm, optimism, courage, innovation and dedication.
  Finally, it will reinforce the need for employees to care about their fellow
  co-workers. (24 Minutes)

  

  
#408

  THE SAFETY COMMITTEE: PROBLEM OR SOLUTION — This program provides
  safety committee organizers and members with techniques and procedures
  to ensure the effectiveness of the committee. The effects of an unorganized
  safety committee are demonstrated followed by suggestions for improvement.
  Ways to plan and organize a successful safety meeting are presented where
  members’ confidence and constructive participation is encouraged.
  A very good program both for establishing a new safety committee or for
  improving the performance of an existing committee. (31 Minutes)

  

  
#420

  SAFETY ORIENTATION - WORKPLACE SAFETY: EVERYBODY’S BUSINESS —
  This program is specially designed for new employee orientation or
  as a safety refresher for employees in general or safety committee members.
  Common causes of workplace injuries, such as slips, trips and falls, improper
  lifting, forklift operation, drum handling, etc. are covered. Handling
  hazardous materials and using personal protective equipment are also discussed.
  Emphasis is placed on attention to details, things to watch for and how
  to respond to emergencies. (23 Minutes)

  

  
#426

  CLOSE CALLS: THE WAKE UP CALL — This video illustrates the importance
  of addressing close calls or near-miss incidents in your overall safety
  effort. Targeting both supervisors and non-supervisory personnel, the emphasis
  is on taking the time to respond to close calls and never ignoring them.
  (14 Minutes)

  

  
#440

  MAKING SAFETY INCENTIVES WORK — This program provides management
  the information necessary to implement a truly successful safety incentive
  program. The use of behavior-based incentives to reward and recognize employees
  for safe day-to-day behavior is emphasized. The shortcomings of result
  oriented programs are also discussed. The reward aspect of the program
  is discussed at length. Some excellent creative ideas are presented as
  well. (27 Minutes)

  

			
#480

  IMPROVING SAFETY ATTITUDES — This program is designed to show employees
  how attitude is a major contributor to incidents which can lead to accidents.
  The domino effect of how minor accidents, left unchecked by a responsible
  person with a safety first attitude, will inevitably lead to a more serious
  accident. The importance of believing that the individual employee can
  make a difference is illustrated. Emphasis is placed on taking responsibility
  for one’s own actions and maintaining the right attitude while on
  the job. (20 Minutes)

  

			
#559

  GROUNDSKEEPING SAFETY — BE A PRO! — This video is suitable for
  both employees and supervisors. It provides a fairly comprehensive set
  of guidelines for the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe
  work procedures while operating mowers, tractors, chain saws and other
  groundskeeping equipment. The safe use of chemicals is also covered. This
  video should be especially helpful for lawn maintenance companies, landscape
  contractors and country clubs. (17 Minutes)

  

			
#561

  REFUSE COLLECTION SAFETY — Strains, sprains, cuts and back injuries
  are some of the hazards associated with refuse collection. This video emphasizes
  a team approach to using safe techniques. The program covers warm-up exercises,
  personal protective equipment (PPE) including glasses, gloves and boots,
  vehicle inspection, recognizing hazards like sharp and broken containers,
  right-to-know, hazard labeling and washing hands. Lifting safety including
  checking weights, and using proper technique is emphasized. Hopper cycling
  and step safety are discussed. (15 Minutes)

			
#577

  LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SAFETY — This video discusses various equipment, chemicals and techniques for safely conducting landscape maintenance. The first area reviewed is proper dress, eye protection, hearing protection, foot protection and respiratory protection. The difference between a commercial mower and a home use mower is covered as well as the importance of proper maintenance, care of batteries and keeping blades sharp. Topics such as turning mower off during maintenance, removing the key, stopping for an unusual noise, clearing the area, ejecting items from chute, mowing across slopes, pushing hand mowers, refueling hot engines, fire extinguishers, safety cans, grounding and static electricity are discussed. The proper use of string trimmers and working safely with chemicals and using Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) is covered. Chain saw and chipper safety are also reviewed. Emphasis is on following company safety procedures and policies. VHS (16:57 Minutes)


#622

					
			JOB SAFETY ANALYSIS — This videotape uses a game show format similar to the Hollywood Squares TV show and covers Job Safety Analysis (JSA) in general industry. It starts with giving the definition of a JSA and then presents all the fundamentals of a JSA program in a humorous quiz format. (17:10 Minutes)

			

			
#637

					ATTITUDE AWARENESS — This videotape set in a factory environment is a case study showing how attitudes impact safety. It encourages staff and workers to reflect upon their attitudes and its potential impact, and to realize and accept the personal need for safety. (25:00 Minutes)

			
#648

					THE DUMMY SERIES: INDUSTRIAL SAFETY — This is an excellent, comprehensive general safety video geared toward newly hired employees - whether it is their first job or they have experience. The video covers: unsafe acts, safety attitudes, risky shortcuts, proper training, guards, hair, loose clothing, lockout/tagout, electrical safety, power tools, grounding, warning signs, chemical safety, housekeeping, fire safety, ladder safety, proper lifting, personal protective equipment (PPE), respirator safety, hearing protection, bloodborne pathogens and environmental policies. The message is, "Don't be a dummy about workplace safety!" (19:00 Minutes)

				

				#649

					POWER TOOL PRINCIPLES: SAFETY AND TECHNIQUES VOLUME I — An experienced cabinet maker narrates this presentation for table saw, radial saw and band saw safety. Basic, general, common sense rules are covered including attitudes, habits, eye protection, push sticks and hearing protection. Specific techniques and safe practices are demonstrated for each individual piece of equipment. The importance of blade guards, proper clothing, eye protection, proper jigs, push sticks, outfeed tables, hand placement and blade travel paths are reviewed (27:00 Minutes)

			
#718

					DISASTER PREPAREDNESS — This video, produced after September 11, 2001, deals with the importance of having action plans ready and knowing what should take place and how, in case an unforeseen disaster occurs at your company. It discusses the importance of a) Emergency Action Plan, as required by OSHA, and the key components and areas to address in one, b) Fire Drills, including the importance of pre-fire planning (PFP) with your local fire department with basic do's and don'ts when fire is encountered, and c) Handling Suspicious Packages, including tips to recognize suspicious packages. (20 minutes).

			

			
#760

					ONE WILL DIE: THE JOHN MARTIN STORY — A true story about attitudes, behaviors and consequences! This is a true account of an actual incident. John Martin was a risk-taker. It created tension among co-workers who were perceived as being slow. Employees who followed safety rules were teased. By ignoring the situation and even calling on the risk takers to "get the job done," management condoned and encouraged their risk-taking behavior. On the day of his injuries, John Martin was asked to service a large pump that was underneath a 250,000-gallon cooking vessel containing Black Liquor, a hot, caustic liquid used to cook wood chips in the paper industry. John insisted on skipping the normal lockout procedure, and the sequence of events that followed will show employees the importance of following safety rules. (NON-GRAPHIC VERSION) (19 Minutes)

			
#761

					ONE WILL DIE: THE JOHN MARTIN STORY — A true story about attitudes, behaviors and consequences! This is a true account of an actual incident. John Martin was a risk-taker. It created tension among co-workers who were perceived as being slow. Employees who followed safety rules were teased. By ignoring the situation and even calling on the risk takers to "get the job done," management condoned and encouraged their risk-taking behavior. On the day of his injuries, John Martin was asked to service a large pump that was underneath a 250,000-gallon cooking vessel containing Black Liquor, a hot, caustic liquid used to cook wood chips in the paper industry. John insisted on skipping the normal lockout procedure, and the sequence of events that followed will show employees the importance of following safety rules. (GRAPHIC VERSION) (19 Minutes)

			
#768

					EMPLOYEE SAFETY ORIENTATION — This videotape covers policy and procedures in a variety of different work environments. Proper lifting, general safety, bloodborne pathogens, safe driving and hazard communications are all discussed briefly. Other subjects discussed include: smoking; alcohol and drug usage; drug testing; violence; sexual harassment and emergencies. It is designed for discussion breaks. (22 Minutes)

			
#804

				THE KEVIN BAILEY STORY — Nothing delivers the importance of safety better than a true story. This unique and powerful presentation documents the devastating consequences of poor safety practices. Kevin Bailey suffered a traumatic amputation of his right leg at the hip and devastating injuries to his left leg after being caught in a powerful rotating shaft. Kevin discusses attitude, shortcut, PPE and the "real" costs of an accident and the effects it has on the entire family. (DVD FORMAT - 20 Minutes)

			
#828

				WORKING SAFELY IN HOT ENVIRONMENTS — Any time high temperatures are combined with intense physical activity, the human body can experience various heat-related illnesses. This DVD stresses prevention of these illnesses by taking proper precautions, recognizing symptoms of heat stress and responding appropriately to these symptoms. (DVD Format - 19 Minutes)

			
#837

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS – Emergencies occur every day, jeopardizing lives, property,  and dollars.  If one of those emergencies  were to happen in your place of work, would your employees respond appropriately?   Unfortunately, there is no guarantee of a  perfect response to every emergency, but this program will help each employee  gain a clear understanding of his or her role if an emergency occurs on the  job. It covers fires, weather emergencies, earthquakes, medical emergencies and  more. (DVD FORMAT – 14 Minutes)

			
#838

              LESSONS FROM GROUND ZERO: EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN –When you go behind the scenes with the workers  who produced the Emergency Action Plan in the aftermath of the 9/11 disaster,  which prevented further injuries, you   will learn how having such a plan in place BEFORE a disaster occurs is  critical. (DVD FORMAT – 30 Minutes)

            
#839

              THE NEWCOMERS –  This DVD covers common issues experienced by new employees such as; unfamiliar  surroundings, new rules, regulations & procedures as well as a reluctance  to speak up. This program explains to new employees the importance of  recognizing hazards, following rules and procedures, asking questions and to  never take shortcuts. The need to create awareness for what you are doing and  what is going on around you. (DVD FORMAT – 22 Minutes)

            
#840

              OSHA AN INTRODUCTION – This Occupational Safety and Health Administration was established to  develop and enforce job safety and health standards because no on-the-job  injuries or deaths are acceptable. This program examines the mission and  workings of OSHA, so you and your employees will understand how best to work  with OSHA. (DVD FORMAT – 19 Minutes)

            
#841

              HAZARD RECOGNITION AND CONTROL – This program uses hazard scenarios to point out the direct,  indirect and root causes of accidents so employees can recognize and control  hazards and stay safe. Hazard recognition, spotting unsafe conditions and  practices; responsibilities of supervisors, team leaders and employees is  covered in this program. (DVD FORMAT – 18 Minutes)

            
#903

WORKING SAFELY IN COLD WEATHER — This program covers planning
ahead and the necessary steps to protect employees from cold stress. It also
addresses the precautions you should take to avoid hypothermia and what should
be done if an employee is exposed hypothermia. This program also discusses driving
in cold weather conditions. DVD (16 Minutes)

            
#922

CELL PHONES IN THE WORKPLACE — This  program discusses the potential dangers of sending and  receiving text messages at work, as well as the importance of always following your company's cell phone policy. The video features  several workplace scenarios that illustrate the tragic consequences texting  when it is unsafe or prohibited. Other topics include: how cell phone use  adversely affects our production level, following the company plan for emergency contact, appropriate use of company-owned cell phones and why we must have the courage to speak up and refuse to  participate in unsafe and inappropriate texting. DVD  (15 Minutes) 

            
#924

              UNDERSTANDING & PREVENTING HEAT-RELATED ILLNESSES —This  program discusses how to avoid problems when working in hot environments, how hot  conditions affect the human body, the symptoms of heat-related ailments and what to do if we start to experience  them and how to treat victims of heat stress. Other topics include: becoming acclimated to the heat, use of the buddy system, preventing heat stress at indoor facilities  and specialized clothing and protective devices for working in hot conditions. DVD  (16 Minutes)

            
#932

            WINTER SAFETY — This DVD covers winter safety either  on the job or during recreational time and how  winter poses special dangers. It covers signs and treatment  of hypothermia and frostbite, prevention of  hypothermia and frostbite and off-the-job  winter safety. (DVD 14  Minutes)


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