This DVD program on Caught-In/Between Hazards in Construction Environments provides the information employees need to recognize the caught-in/between hazards that are associated with construction tasks and avoid them before accidents happen.
This DVD program on Exposure Monitoring & Medical Surveillance is designed to help facilities comply with OSHA's HAZWOPER regulation (29 CFR 1910.120). As part of these regulations, there are varying requirements for employee training, depending on an employee's specific level of involvement with hazardous materials.
This DVD program on Lead Exposure in General Industry provides employees with the information they need to understand lead hazards and the safety regulations that address them.
This DVD program on Struck-By Hazards in Construction Environments provides the information employees need to recognize the struck-by hazards that are associated with construction tasks and take steps to avoid them before accidents happen.
The growth of the waste management industry is testimony to the teamwork and professionalism of all employees. Training and education provide the information needed to perform your job. This program will review company rules with an emphasis on safety.
Accidents are caused by unsafe acts of people. It is important that you take an active part in protecting yourself and everyone around you. Safety is everyone's responsibility and we must depend on one another. This program that we developed is to teach you safe working practices that will protect your safety and health and your co-workers.
Hazard Communications program covers the Plan, hazardous materials, labeling and Material Safety Data Sheets. Protecting employees and the environment are two important considerations in your company's overall safety program. It is called Hazard Communications but in reality, it's information you need to know to protect yourself from potential hazards associated with the Use, Handling, Storing, and Disposing of chemicals and other hazardous materials.
According to the National Safety Council and medical research, 70% of back problems result from degeneration of spinal discs; 20% of backaches are attributed to inflammation; 10% are due to actual back injuries and other miscellaneous causes. Practicing safe lifting at home and work and having the right attitude about safety can be effective in preventing back injuries. This program explains how the back works. We discuss how strains and muscles work so back injuries can be prevented.
According to the insurance industry, government agencies and the National Safety Council, most industrial accidents and injuries are attributed to unsafe acts of employees. Unsafe acts mean taking a shortcut in a work procedure, not following company safety rules and negligence. This program will focus on the types of unsafe acts by employees and corrective methods.
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.
Accident investigation is an important part of a supervisor's responsibility and accident investigation. Accident investigation and reporting is a preventive effort. This program will concentrate on the importance of conducting a thorough investigation and why the information is necessary.
A car battery is a rechargeable cell in the starting-lighting-ignition variety of batteries. Lead acid batteries are the oldest style of rechargeable batteries. A high power output of a car battery is necessary to supply a high current draw needed for the engine starter. This program covers battery care, maintenance, jump-starting and much more with an emphasis on safety.
Heat Stress Awareness and Prevention program talks about heat cramps, heat exhaustion, heat stroke and prevention of these heat-related illnesses. Should we become dehydrated and overheated; the hypothalamus may malfunction making us unable to control our core body temperature. The result is often death if not recognized and treated immediately.
Not everyone understands or knows how to use fire extinguishers. There are different extinguishers for each type of fire. The object of fire extinguisher training is to save lives. This program will provide information and help become familiar with extinguishers, fire prevention and understanding an emergency action in the event of a fire.
The goal of every vehicle operator is to reach a standard called "perfect driving." That means the driver completes every trip without accidents, traffic violations, vehicle abuse, unnecessary delays or not being courteous. Defensive driving means preventing accidents in spite of the actions of other drivers. This program will review some new ideas about driving safely and being prepared for the unexpected.
A large portion of the accidents in the solid waste industry occur while backing. There is no good excuse for a backing accident. It is difficult to see and the vehicle is difficult to maneuver. In this program we tried to cover every backing situation or hazard you may face.
There are hazards common to all drivers regardless of the type of equipment you drive. An analysis is important for you to understand some of the more common hazards seen in our day-to-day operations. This program provides safety information when operating a waste hauler vehicle.
It is best for drivers to stop the vehicle if they notice any unusual noise or think there is a problem with the vehicle. Experienced drivers know when a truck sounds unusual or if there is a problem with the motor or other parts of the vehicle. If you are not sure, pull over and check out the problem. This program is a guide to help drivers avoid excessive downtime due to a disabled vehicle.
A front end loader operator requires technical and driving skills and careful operation of the vehicle and equipment. The operator has the responsibility of working safely for themselves and co-workers of the company and community. This program covers the operation of a front end loader vehicle with emphasis on safety.
Roll offs carry a large load and are a large part of business. They have the potential of causing serious injuries or property damage if not handled properly. It is important to continue improving safety awareness and accident prevention. This program covers the operation of roll offs with emphasis on safety.
Side loaders are designed for speed of operation, safety and ease of loading. Side loaders require a vehicle pre-trip safety and operational inspection, the same as other vehicles. The operator must have a good attitude about accident prevention and vehicle operating procedures. The program focuses on vehicle operation with emphasis on safety.
Rear loaders are designed for speed of operation, safety and ease of loading. Rear loaders require a vehicle pre-trip safety and operational inspection, the same as other vehicles. The operator must have a good attitude about accident prevention and vehicle operating procedures. The program focuses on vehicle operation with emphasis on safety.
Driving in the cities and suburbs can present many increased risks for you as a driver. Streets may be narrow, traffic congested, and more starts/stops involved. It's important that you stay alert, slow down, and drive defensively. This program focuses on residential pick up of solid waste, the hazards you can expect to encounter, and best practices to avoid and prevent accidents while on the job.
This is an excellent safety program for all employees. Safety basics including personal and equipment safety, electrical, chemicals, fire prevention, ladder safety, slips and falls, and safe lifting are covered. Program meets OSHA requirements for training employees who are exposed to "general hazards."
Respiratory protection and self-contained breathing devices are used to protect from harmful gases, fumes, vapors and chemicals and when air does not contain enough oxygen. Training must be provided before attempting to use respirator protection along with information about the hazards involved. This program is designed to provide information about personal protection under hazardous conditions with an emphasis on safety.
Back Injury Prevention program explains back functions. According to the National Safety Council and medical research, 70% of back problems result from degeneration of spinal discs; 20% of backaches are attributed to inflammation; 10% are due to actual back injuries and other miscellaneous causes. Practicing safe lifting at home and work and having the right attitude about safety can be effective in preventing back injuries. We discuss how strains and muscles work so back injuries can be prevented.
Forklift Operator Training program reviews the engineering principles, safe operating procedures and maintenance of forklifts. 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.
Health and Safety Factors in Welding Operations program discusses the general safety and health hazards associated with welding and cutting and examines hazards and controls specific to toxic fuel gas welding, cutting, and arc welding. Whenever possible, the focus will be on relevant standards. The hazards associated with welding and cutting arise from toxic gases and fumes, radiation, electrical circuits, and flammable and combustible materials.
Slips and falls can occur just about anywhere - not watching where you are walking, slip off a ladder and just not paying attention. In this program we will focus on how you can prevent these hazards.
For every letter carrier bitten by a dog, an estimated 900 children are victimized by the senseless pain and suffering of dog attacks. Dog bites result in approximately 44,000 facial injuries in the United States. This program covers dog behavior, prevention techniques and first aid. Also included are tips from Ron Berman, canine behavior expert.
Hazard Communications (Short Version) program explains the sections of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS). Today, we recognize that there are many chemicals and hazardous materials that can become problems if they're not handled correctly. Some people also call this a Hazard Communication program.
The Department of Transportation requires truck drivers to perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections. Employees are legally responsible for daily inspection, safe operation and maintenance of all vehicles. This program shows the driver's responsibilities for vehicle inspection and a systematic procedure for conducting the inspection.
Healthcare professionals are always exposed to bloodborne and infectious diseases. Treatment and infection control has prevented widespread occurrences. In 1986, The Communicable Disease Center distributed guidelines for the occupational containment of bloodborne pathogens. This program concentrates on the risks of bloodborne pathogens and the precautions necessary. This course is directed at occupational exposures of bloodborne pathogens.
Many changes have taken place concerning vehicle safety, licensing, recordkeeping and Department of Transportation (DOT) roadside inspections. The out of service criteria for motor vehicles is published by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA). This program outlines in detail the out of service criteria for each component of the vehicle in a roadside inspection.
Route Safety Analysis program covers four basic concepts that are the foundation of a good route observation. You're a professional and don't understand where you are by being negligent or not caring about your performance.
Solid Waste - Lockout/Tagout program focuses on procedures for lockout/tagout with emphasis on safety. The control of hazardous energy sources commonly known as Lockout/Tagout covers the use and maintenance of machines and equipment, in which the unexpected energizing or startup of the machines or equipment or release of stored energy could cause injury to employees.
One of the most powerful forces tire technicians work with is air pressure. Twenty-five to 30 pounds of pressure inside a passenger tire can be destructive. The program is designed to alert you to the hazards of multi-piece rims and safety guidelines for using and servicing these types of wheels.
Confined space entry must be approached with a professional attitude and a methodical system designed to prevent situations from escalating into a disaster. The National Institute for Occupational Safety & Health (NIOSH) found that in more than 50% of confined space accidents, the rescuer becomes the victim. NIOSH also found that very few organizations provided written procedures. This program is designed to provide the viewer with safety basics in confined space entry.
Protecting employees and the environment are two important considerations in your company's overall safety program. To help you meet these challenges, this program will review information about chemicals and hazardous materials that will help in meeting these goals.
There are a variety of gases, fumes, vapors, dusts, mists, and other potentially hazardous materials in many industries. Protection from health hazards is a goal of all employers and employees. This program will look at respiratory protection and how you can protect your health against hazardous materials.
What Is Carelessness? - Carelessness should never be used as the cause of any accident, instead you need to determine the cause of all accidents by investigating each one. The purpose of this video is to redefine the many things supervisors and employees label as carelessness.
Back Injury Prevention through Exercise program outlines a pro-active approach to back injury prevention. Specifically, a routine of exercises that will build up the strength and endurance of your back. A strong healthy back is less prone to injury.
Safety Orientation for Office Environments program focuses on safety in an office environment and how to avoid injuries. Injury statistics show that 85 to 98% of all accidents/injuries result from unsafe acts of employees. Although there is no heavy equipment involved with office environments, there is still the potential for injuries such as slips and falls, electrical safety and exposure to chemicals and fires. When people take shortcuts or forget about safety, that's when an injury occurs.
The most important aspect of fire prevention is keeping your work area neat, clean and organized. One area that's often neglected is storage rooms. This includes maintenance areas, electrical panel rooms and janitor areas. This program discusses types of fire extinguishers and using electrical tools.
Forklift Instructor Training program focuses on basic principles which are a necessary part of forklift training operations. Perhaps one of the most important, yet misunderstood part of any forklift training program is the engineering principles. These principles are a very necessary part of professional forklift training and operations.
Chains, Cranes, Hoist, and Slings program illustrates the proper use and maintenance of cranes and lifting devices with emphasis on safety. Damaged or worn out parts also make your equipment unsafe to use.
Noise can damage your hearing permanently. It's important to protect your hearing at work and home. Awareness is the first step toward preventing hearing injury. This program will focus on protecting your hearing in the workplace and outside the workplace.
Winter Driving Safety program focuses on winter driving with an emphasis on safety. Winter weather can cause all kinds of road hazards including tornados, hurricanes, and flooding..
Over 14,000 people die each year from falls at home and on the job. Truck driving is dangerous because of traffic, road and weather conditions. More drivers are hurt each year by slipping and falling from non-moving vehicles than by any other single cause. This program focuses on preventing slips and falls from trucks.
Heat Stress (Humorous) program places emphasis on working safely in hot environments. It covers heat stroke, heat stress, fainting, and precautions to take when working in a hot environment in addition to emergency first aid.