A forklift operator's job is to move material efficiently and quickly. Persons operating a forklift must be trained and authorized by the company before being assigned. It is important to understand the engineering principles of the equipment. Speeding and violating safety procedures can result in damages and injuries. This program reviews the engineering principles, safe operating procedures and maintenance of forklifts.
People and Equipment program discusses some basic rules that apply to both equipment operators and warehouse personnel. Forklift operator rules generally call for pedestrians to have the right-of-way but forklift operators don't always see pedestrians until it's too late.
Walkie Stacker Safety program covers the safe operation of the walkie stacker. It's important to know the controls, levers, maintenance and load carrying capacities. The Walkie-stacker model forklift is designed for a person to operate the truck while walking, not riding the equipment.
Electric Pallet Jack program provides basic safety tips and maintenance procedures. It's an economical and versatile unit, designed to move stacks of materials from one place to another safely and without injury or product damage. This video discusses basic safety rules and operating procedures required when using this type of equipment.
It is important to know and understand the capabilities and limitations of the aerial lift. It is your responsibility to make sure you are properly trained and authorized by your company before you attempt to operate this equipment. This program will help you understand the safety basics of the aerial lift.
Scissor Lift Safety program topics include basic operations, inspection, and safety checks. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, between 1993 and 1999, general construction averaged eight scissor lift related deaths each year, causes which range from victims being struck by object such as booms and baskets with a smaller percentage being crushed between either the carriage or the basket and some fixed structure.
Operating a Telehandler Safely program deals with the safe operation of a telehandler. The telehandler operator must be competent in all phases of understanding the machine and be familiar with hand signals.
Front-End Loader Safety program will concentrate on the basic safe operations for the standard front-end loader. As an operator, you are a skilled professional who is responsible for an expensive piece of equipment, as well as the safety of those around you.
Safe Operation of Cranes and Hoists program emphasizes the safety procedures when operating cranes and hoists. Crane and hoist operators are responsible for operating hoisting equipment safely and conducting functional tests of the equipment prior to using the equipment as well as the selection and use of rigging equipment.
Overhead Pendant Hoist Safety program will focus on overhead rail mounted hoists. Many organizations make use of overhead or also known as pendant hoists. This versatile equipment is typically used to safely maneuver heavy loads around shops, treatment plants, pump stations, and other locations.
Overhead Pendant Hoist Safety is used in many organizations. They make use of overhead or also known as pendant hoists. This versatile equipment is typically used to safely maneuver heavy loads around shops, treatment plants, pump stations, and other locations.
Baler Safety program reviews the safety features and operating procedures when operating a baler. A mechanical baler is a very useful and productive machine. It's designed to be a safe machine, but any machine can be hazardous if it's not used properly.
Forklift Operations - High Impact-Gory Story program reviews case files from the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). We all know that forklift operators work and act safely on a daily basis. These are case files from the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health, or NIOSH.
Back Care for Public Agencies program covers lifting safely, hazards, and back anatomy. Due to the nature of construction and public agency work, there are a wide variety of hazards. This is definitely a "must see" program for employees before an accident occurs. Good for retraining employees who have experienced a back injury.
In addition to improving your driving skills, you need to properly maintain the dump truck. Pre-startup inspections are the key to a well-maintained vehicle. The vehicle operator is responsible for safe operation of the dump truck. Follow rules and regulations and elevate your safety awareness.
The same caution should be exercised in driving a commercial mower as an automobile. Mowers are a great labor-saving device and are safe to use. This program focuses on the safety features of this equipment, maintenance and accident prevention tips.
The overhead pendant hoist is used to safely maneuver heave loads around shops, treatment plants, pump stations and other locations. This program will focus on overhead rail mounted hoists. These hoist operating systems are electric, pneumatic and hand-operated chain hoists.
This program is designed for basic operations, training, rigging and operator maintenance. This does not meet the requirement of OSHA's new crane regulations, however, it is extremely valuable for basic operations, refresher training and safety of anyone working with or around cranes. This program will focus on equipment inspection, crane safety check, and crane operation and use.
Bucket trucks are also known as aerial lift trucks. This equipment is used in every industry and comes with risks and hazards. Bucket trucks are used to elevate personnel to tasks above the ground. The program focuses on safe operation of the bucket truck.
Backhoes perform tasks such as digging, scraping, compact soil, load material, break pavement and lifting. Wheeled backhoes are the standard in construction and maintenance. Most backhoe accidents are the due to tip-overs. The program focuses on the safe operation of backhoes.
Evacuations and trench cave-ins account for a growing number of fatalities and serious injuries in construction. With little or no warning, an unsupported improperly shored or sloped trench or excavation wall can collapse and trap the workers below in seconds. This program is an overview of excavation and trench safety basics.
Cave-ins are predictable and preventable according to OSHA. Working around trenches can be dangerous. A cubic yard of soil can weigh 2700 pounds that's as much as a small truck. A person buried under a couple feet of soil can experience pressure to the chest causing suffocation. There is no room for risk-taking when working in trenches and excavations.
Utility crew trucks are used in organizations such as utilities, public agencies and construction. The crew truck grew from a Spartan truck for carrying tools. In addition to transporting a crew, the vehicle is equipped with attachments such as lifts and hoists, welding units, compressors, aerial lift devices and towing equipment. This program focuses on the safe operation of this vehicle.
Skid steer equipment has become the number one workhorses for public works and construction. With trenchers, plows, grapples, buckets and hoes and hydraulic breakers as attachments, their versatility is limitless. Manufacturers of this equipment include Bobcat, John Deere, CAT, and New Holland to name a few.
The overhead pendant hoist is used to safely maneuver heave loads around shops, treatment plants, pump stations and other locations. This program will focus on overhead rail mounted hoists. These hoist operating systems are electric, pneumatic and hand-operated chain hoists.
Forklift Operator Safety program reviews the engineering principles, safe operating procedures and maintenance of forklifts. Anyone operating this equipment must be trained and authorized by the company.
Safe Operation of Cranes and Hoists program emphasizes the safety procedures when operating cranes and hoists. Crane and hoist operators are responsible for operating hoisting equipment safely and conducting functional tests of the equipment prior to using the equipment.
Small industrial cars are used to perform a wide variety of tasks. They are also known as golf carts, industrial carats, service cars and electric carts. Safety is a common threat no matter what they are called. This program outlines safety responsibilities when driving one of these carts.
This is a short refresher course. Evacuations and trench cave-ins account for a growing number of fatalities and serious injuries in construction. This program is an overview of excavation and trench safety basics.
This is a short refresher course. Falls from an elevated platform are caused primarily by a worker's unsafe act such as leaving gate chains unattached, propping the gate open, or climbing up on or leaning over the guardrail system. This program's topics include scaffolding, causes of scaffolding injuries, basic operations, inspection, and safety checks.
This is a short refresher course. Front-end loaders come in all sizes and shapes which include track loaders, skid steer, backhoe loaders, and tractor loaders. Loaders are often misused by stretching the lifting capacity and failure to follow safety procedures. This program deals with rearward rollovers, rollover prevention, run-over accidents, articulated four-wheel drive loaders, and more.
This is a short refresher course. A forklift operator's job is to move material efficiently and quickly. Persons operating a forklift must be trained and authorized by the company before being assigned. It is important to understand the engineering principles of the equipment. This program reviews the engineering principles, safe operating procedures and maintenance of forklifts.
Crane Safety is about basic safety guidelines that apply to cranes and equipment. Make sure you understand all the operating principles, rules, and information on the equipment you're using and never use any crane that is defective or in unserviceable condition.
Backhoes are one of the most common types of construction equipment. Backhoe loaders can dig, scrape and load material. With special attachments they can perform any required task. This program covers the maintenance and operation of a backhoe with emphasis on safety.
Of all the vehicles found on construction, maintenance, and public works, the dump truck is without question the most versatile. Dump Truck Safety program covers driving skill, inspections, properly maintaining the dump truck and safety awareness.
Forklifts can save time on your job when used safely. A forklift professional does not cause property damage or injuries. Operators are expected to have the maturity and responsibility to operate a forklift efficiently and safely. This program is a review of forklift safe operating rules.
The overhead pendant hoist is used to safely maneuver heave loads around shops, treatment plants, pump stations and other locations. This program will focus on overhead rail mounted hoists. These hoist operating systems are electric, pneumatic and hand-operated chain hoists.
More construction workers die from falling from a height above six feet. General construction averaged eight scissor lift related deaths each year. Falls from an elevated platform are caused primarily by a worker's unsafe act such as leaving gate chains unattached, propping the gate open, or climbing up on or leaning over the guardrail system.
It is important to know and understand the capabilities and limitations of the aerial lift. It is your responsibility to make sure you are properly trained and authorized by your company before you attempt to operate this equipment. This program will help you understand the safety basics of the aerial lift.
Front-End Loader Safety program will concentrate on the basic safe operations for the standard front-end loader. As an operator, you are a skilled professional who is responsible for an expensive piece of equipment, as well as the safety of those around you. You should not operate the front-end loader unless you have been fully trained and authorized by your organization.