Construction Industry Safety

This video deals with the dangers of working near overhead and underground power lines. It shows, through dramatic footage and computer animation, what can happen if you or someone on your job site accidentally contacts an energized power line.

This video covers the necessity of wearing proper foot protection. It highlights the basic types of safety shoes and the situations for each design.

This video teaches step by step techniques on how to conduct a proper accident investigation of employee injuries on the construction site. Discusses the role of the safety supervisor and the safety committee. This older "slides on tape" production by the Associated General Contractors for the construction industry, in cooperation with OSHA, is informative although it should be viewed by a supervisor prior to being shown to a large audience.

Public works and construction employees have special needs for back care. The "old" lift with your legs routine does not always apply. Employees work in mud, rain, snow, and heat. Shoveling, using breakers, tamps, lifting concrete bags, etc. are all tasks that require special training to avoid strain/sprain injuries. This video addresses not only safe lifting techniques, but safe methods for shoveling, breaking pavement and other tasks related to strain and sprain injuries.

The variety of lifting tasks in industry requires specific techniques to prevent painful and costly back injuries. This program explains the anatomy of the back, the 10:1 lever principle and details proper safe lifting techniques.

This video addresses pre-start up maintenance checks, operator safety, driving, riders and digging. It is great for both new and experienced operators alike, as well as employees working around backhoes.

Seat belts save lives! This program uses interviews with workers who were involved in heavy equipment (tractors, backhoes, etc.) accidents.

Chain saws are responsible for a great number of serious injuries and amputations each year. Employees often use chain saws for tree trimming, landscape maintenance and brush control, etc. Due to the hazards inherent in this valuable piece of equipment, proper safety training is a MUST!

The dangers of chains are often ignored until someone gets hurt. This video describes proper chain safety and maintenance, and cites helpful hints for avoiding accidents.

This program discusses slings, lifting angles, safety procedures, precautions and inspection responsibilities as well as sling angles, overloading, nylon slings, chains, wire rope, hooks and general rigging safety.

This video covers hazards, both immediate and delayed, from exposure to chemicals in the construction industry, including exposure to acids, alkalies, solvents, silica dust, asbestos, cedar dust, welding fumes and carbon monoxide. It describes the effective control program: 1. Recognition of the Hazard, 2. Evaluation of the Potential for Danger and 3. Control Measures.

Designed for the RAILROAD INDUSTRY, this video explains that cold and stormy weather can be extremely hazardous for people who work outside around heavy equipment in a rail yard. The importance of wearing warm, protective clothing, watching out for icy walk-ways or slippery steps and getting on or off equipment are highlighted in this videotape program.

Because electricity isn't associated with compressed air use, most people don't recognize the danger it poses. Just like electricity, compressed air can be deadly if not treated with respect and used properly.

Produced in cooperation with Pennsylvania Department of Energy. Shows proper use of oxygen and acetylene for cutting, inspection procedures for tanks and gauges, hose cleaning, and ways to blow oxygen and acetylene tank valves. Program content also covers the proper way to attach regulators, safe ways to open valves, proper P.S.I. settings and lighting torches, and turning off and storing equipment after use.

Public agencies and contractors have a significant risk of injury or death from confined space accidents. Work in meter/sewer vaults, storm drains, tanks and trenches require training in procedures and rescue. Tailored to the special types of confined spaces found in public works.

A very good training program for persons required to enter confined spaces. Specific procedures and steps to take to prevent accidents are covered as well as informing employees of hazards found in confined spaces. Contains latest OSHA guideline information.

Entry procedures, lockout and electrical, mechanical and pneumatic hazards, wearing personal protective equipment and rescue procedures are shown in this video.

This video program discusses the proper use, care, and inspection of cranes on the job site and ways to identify unsafe cables. This older "slides on tape" production by the Associated General Contractors, in cooperation with OSHA, is informative although it should be viewed by a supervisor prior to being shown to a large audience.

Excellent program for anyone using overhead cranes/jib hoists. Discusses slings, lifting angles, safety procedures, inspection procedures and more.

Benzene is a key ingredient in many products and industrial processes, but it can also pose a major health and safety risk for workers. This video educates industrial workers about the hazards and provides safety tips for safe work habits.

Driving around road construction and barricades is not only tricky, it can be dangerous to both drivers and road crews. this video shows ways to get through the "Roadwork Maze" unscratched.

This video program discusses pre-demolition inspection procedures, demolition safety rules, and clean-up procedures. This older "slides on tape" production by the Associated General Contractors, in cooperation with OSHA, is informative although it should be viewed by a supervisor prior to being shown to a large audience.

Dumptrucks can be a source of injury and vehicular accidents if operators are untrained. This video covers the safe operating procedures, maintenance, braking systems, dumping and pre-start up checks, the key to accident avoidance and minimal downtime.

Designed for the construction site, discusses proper grounding of equipment, inspection techniques, ground fault indicators (GFI), warning tags and electrical fire hazards. This older "slides on tape" production by the Associated General Contractors, in cooperation with OSHA, is informative although it should be viewed by a supervisor prior to being shown to a large audience.

Using the character "Captain Safety" this video reviews the steps and procedures that must be taken before using equipment. Identify hazards, check guard rails, properly check surrounding areas, use restrains and appropriate fall protection equipment. Encourages training and enforcement of OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.29.

Falls are the second leading cause of accidents in the United States, yet they are one of the easiest to prevent. This video offers guidelines for the prevention of falls and what you can do to help protect you and fellow employees from a fall.

Personnel assigned to flagging have an important responsibility for controlling traffic. An untrained flagger can be a big liability. This video addresses the responsibilities and techniques for flagging on the job site.

Flashburn to the eye can result when ultraviolet rays emitted by an arc welder are absorbed into the eye's cornea. The video introduces workers to the damaging effects of flashburn and offers prevention methods.

This video reviews standard safety rules when using grinding and abrasive wheels. Personal protective equipment, causes of personal injury, proper mounting procedures, maintenance and inspection is also discussed.

Points to the major causes of ground skidder accidents and the high risk of injury and death for skidder operators when basic safe logging practices are ignored. It outlines the advantages and limitations of the three conventional ground skidding systems.

Hand and power tools are used every day in many types of business. They make our work easier and allow us to be more efficient. However, we often fail to see the hazards these tools present. This video shows how accidents can be significantly reduced by applying good general safety rules, and reviews what hazards are associated with the specific types of tools we use. The program shows you how to match the tool to the job, he importance of "state of mind", good safety practices, personal protective equipment and how to care for and maintenance of tools.

For anyone using hand or power tools, including general industry, construction and service related industries. Hammers, screwdrivers, wrenches, drills, saws and electrically driven tools are discussed.

This video looks at the inspection, selection and principles of use of a number of common tools. The program also looks at safety procedures to keep in mind when you work with these tools.

Heat exhaustion is a serious problem in many industries. This video offers recommendations for individual safeguards to eliminate or reduce the hazard. It demonstrates proper clothing for various hot environments and reminds the worker about the need for liquids and rest.

Overhead power lines, proximity of structures, outriggers and blocking are just part of this videos discussion. Good video for old and new crane operators.

Public Agencies and the construction industry have many unique chemicals and situations that require special attention and training for employers working with and around chemicals. Detailed are the requirements for complying with the Hazard Communication or "Right to Know" Standards.

This program was produced by San Diego Community College for use in the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health. The program is designed to educate employees on how to recognize and avoid welding hazards.

This video details general employee "Right-To-Know" requirements, material safety data sheets (MSDS), and methods for meeting the "Right-To-Know" standards required by OSHA. Good video for introducing new employees to these standards.

Required by OSHA for training employees who use chemicals/hazards materials in the workplace. Describes material safety data sheets (MSDS), labeling and basic safety methods when using any type of hazardous material.

Head injuries can be avoided by wearing a hard hat instead of trying to be a hard head. This video centers around first aid for head injuries.

Discusses various types of health hazards at construction sites and the personal protective equipment and measures that should be used to minimize the effects. This older "slides on tape" production by the Associated General Contractors, in cooperation with OSHA, is informative although it should be viewed by a supervisor prior to being shown to a large audience.

Occupational exposures to the many by-products and fumes generated by the welding process are discussed. Due to the potential health risks welders are faced with, training and awareness is important.

Backhoe's, breakers, tamps and pneumatic equipment are just a few sources of noise that can impair the hearing of public works employee. This video details the hazards of noise, and how to reduce exposure. Discusses personal protective devices also.

Heat stroke and heat exhaustion are ever present in hot environments. This video describes the signs of heat stroke and exhaustion and explains how to treat heat stroke victims.

This video demonstrates the dangers of heat related illness. Identifies the signs and symptoms of heat stress in addition to techniques for prevention of this potentially deadly issue.

Identifies the signs and symptoms of heat stress in addition to techniques for prevention of this potentially deadly issue.

Approximately 60% of all confined space fatalities are rescuers. This video illustrates rescue requirements and methods in permit-required confined spaces. Viewers are made aware of the hazards in a confined space, the proper equipment required to effect a rescue and that only trained rescuers should ever attempt a rescue. Attendant duties are also shown.

Examines the safety features that must be present on material and personnel hoists and conveyors, and safety precautions that users should be aware of. This older "slides on tape" production by the AGC, in cooperation with OSHA, is informative although it should be viewed by a supervisor prior to being shown to a large audience.

Ladders are a tool used daily, and too often without much forethought relating to an accident. In fact, ladders are the root cause of far too many injuries from falls. This video details the requirements for safe ladder use. Covers make shift ladders, electrical hazards and safety inspections as well.

This video deals with the safe use of stepladders straight ladders and platform ladders. Explains 4:1 rule when placing straight ladders, the belt buckle rule, 36" requirement for straight ladders above landings and more.

Produced for the construction industry, identifies the hazards represented by various types of materials and conditions and the procedures to follow to minimize any risk. This older "slides on tape" production by the Associated General Contractors, in cooperation with OSHA, is informative although it should be viewed by a supervisor prior to being shown to a large audience.

Discusses the safety hazards associated with improper storage methods of construction materials. Safe stacking methods are illustrated. Flammable material storage and waste disposal procedures are covered. This older "slides on tape" production by the Associated General Contractors, in cooperation with OSHA, is informative although it should be viewed by a supervisor prior to being shown to a large audience.

It's not funny, the odds are one in five you will suffer an injurious fall. This video discusses the uses of safety belts, lifelines, lanyards and harnesses in the workplace to move the odds in your favor.

One breath, that's all it takes to die from hydrogen sulfide poisoning. Working at job sites where the highly toxic gas is found, demands extra safety efforts on the part of all workers, as this video illustrates.

This video shows you how to "come back alive" from "Inner Space". It tells employers and workers categories and examples of confined spaces; how to be aware of certain atmospheric conditions within a confined space and what OSHA requires of employers with respect to confined spaces.

Discusses different types of personal protective equipment, their uses and how they can reduce death and injuries. This older "slides on tape" production by the Associated General Contractors, in cooperation with OSHA, is informative although it should be viewed by a supervisor prior to being shown to a large audience.

Discusses how to maintain a good safety program and the responsibilities of employers and employees on the construction site. This older "slides on tape" production by the Associated General Contractors, in cooperation with OSHA, is informative although it should be viewed by a supervisor prior to being shown to a large audience.

Without the knowledge of how to utilize your equipment properly, you could be severely injured. How to safely work with hand & power tools is this videos focus.

With more than 10,000 scaffold-related injuries every year, the need for training is obvious. This video helps employees understand the danger working with suspended scaffolds and how risks can be minimized.

This is an excellent program for businesses with maintenance personnel intending to remove and dispose of asbestos from their facility. It covers the planning and work procedure stages, work sight preparation, and necessary safety precautions throughout the removal and disposal.

Reviews the safety standards for the construction of railings and stairways and the safety hazards associated with their use. This older "slides on tape" production by the Associated General Contractors, in cooperation with OSHA, is informative though it should be viewed by a supervisor prior to being used for training.

Anytime you're up in the air, you could be riding for a fall. Working on a scaffold can expose you to a lot of hazards. This video looks at guard rails, access ladders and planking - some of the most important aspects of scaffold construction and use.

General safety relating to roofers and hot application of tar. Excellent program as a new employee orientation to roofing operations. Developed by OSHA training department to assist roofers in reducing accidents in this high risk environment.

Instruction in the safe use and handling of chainsaws. A valuable program for anyone falling or bucking: amateurs, students and first time users as workers. Describes maintenance, falling and bucking techniques and use of safety equipment.

This video addresses workers between 18 and 24 years of age. Discusses why one out of ten employees in that age group are injured on the job. Covers a wide range of jobs and duties, supervisors' responsibilities as well as instilling the proper attitude towards the job in the employee.

Working with mobile scaffolds or outriggers can expose you to all of the usual hazards of scaffolds, plus a few more! This video looks at the special hazards of mobile scaffolds and outriggers. It offers tips on how to cut down on danger at the job site, while you comply with OSHA regulations for scaffolds.

This video was produced by the Associated General Contractors for the construction industry. It is important that everyone knows the hazards that come with the scaffold as well as the best protection against those hazards. This video discusses the components the scaffold may have and what to look for in each component. This older "slides on tape" production by the Associated General Contractors, in cooperation with OSHA, is informative although it should by viewed by a supervisor prior to being shown to a large audience.

This video recognizes scaffolding violations, helps reduce accidents and prevent injuries. Avoid costly fines for non-compliance and lower workers' compensation costs. With this must-have program, you can do all that. Covers fall protection, safety awareness, performing visual inspections, and protection from falling objects.

Explains the importance of having the right sign to deliver a clear message on the construction site. OSHA specified colors are covered and where and when signs, signals and barricades are to be used is discussed. This older "slides on tape" production by the Associated General Contractors, in cooperation with OSHA, is informative although it should be viewed by a supervisor prior to being shown to a large audience.

Slag in the eye can be prevented with protective eyewear. If a slag injury should occur, this video shows how it must be treated to avoid further damage.

This video shows how to reduce sling accidents and prevent injuries, by ensuring that slings are maintained that the right sling is selected for the task. Chain, wire, rope and synthetic web slings are discussed.

Using ladders and stairways properly can reduce the chance of accidents and injuries. This video covers the following areas on situations where ladders or stairways are needed, the proper way to set up and use ladders. The recognition of hazards related to ladders and stairways, ways to minimize hazards and inspection methods. Also covers fixed and portable ladders and the correct design for stairways.

This hard hitting information packed program has been designed for the work environment and should be seen by all employees! It is an excellent program for construction and manufacturing industries alike. It reviews conducting an examination for life threatening injuries, performing cardio-pulmonary resuscitation, controlling bleeding, evaluating the level of consciousness and more.

Every person who works near or with cranes should understand the basic safety rules. This video provides a basic overview of safety rules applicable to any crane use.

Emphasizes that thorough and periodic inspection are the key to avoiding accidents. Telltale signs of rope wear such as broken strands and means of slowing wear by shifting points of contact are shown as are types of hitches, rope design and grading or configuration.

Carbon monoxide poisoning is a potential killer that strikes without warning. This video covers the basic telltale signs to recognize carbon monoxide build-up within your body and basic treatment for exposure.

Cranes are a common sight around most heavy industry and construction sites. They can become a major danger to workers in all job site categories. Explains the importance of knowing and understanding the standard hand signals for crane operation.

Shows how material in stockpiles, storage bins and hoppers can act like quicksand - often with fatal results. Encourages workers to follow safe and correct operating procedures to avoid being trapped or buried alive.

This video shows how a 360 degree perspective can keep you safe. Viewers are asked to ensure visibility all around the work area, to the "one call" system and to climb on and off equipment correctly. Stabilizers and weight distribution is discussed.

Tractors are "Power on Wheels". That power can help you, injure or kill you. This five minute refresher is designed to help tractors make your life easier - not shorter.

In this video, three common tractor accidents are dramatized, demonstrating how novices and experienced tractor operators are equally likely to ignore safety precautions. This video offers detailed explanations of safe tractor operating procedures.

Trenching is hazardous work, this video discusses different methods used in the actual digging that can protect the worker from trench cave-ins; i.e. trench sloping, shoring and shields.

Part two re-emphasizing basic guidelines to follow to ensure a safe trenching job.

You may not see, taste, or smell them, but toxic chemicals may be present in your environment. Just as threatening are environments that contain little or no oxygen. Through clever animation, this production stresses the precautions that should be taken to reduce the chances of injury through inhalation - and rescue tips for emergencies associated with confined space entry.

Produced by the Associated General Contractors for the construction industry, this video discusses how many of the health and safety considerations change as building progresses and as co-workers relate. This older "slides on tape" production by the Associated General Contractors, in cooperation with OSHA, is informative although it should be viewed by a supervisor prior to being shown to a large audience.

Discusses the four major hazards associated with welding and cutting represented by fire, explosion, gases and radiation. Various types of welding and cutting equipment and operations on the typical construction job site are discussed. This older "slides on tape" production by the Associated General Contractors, in cooperation with OSHA, is informative although it should be viewed by a supervisor prior to being shown.

Reviews welding hazards, evaluation of welding hazards and workplace control measures. Includes handling of equipment, maintenance and personal protective equipment.

This tape includes an introduction to welding and basic safety precautions such as securing the 360-degree hazardous work zone, proper ventilation and proper clothing. Highlights include, oxyfuel gas welding, electric arc welding, preparation, and fire watch.

Grinding wheels used throughout industry are real workhorses. In this video, key points include proper set-up and grinder usage - with a special test for detecting a damaged wheel.

This video shows how to follow the rules to safely operate aerial lifts, cranes, and swing stages. Also shows the safest ways to enter and exit aerial equipment. The proper ground-to-equipment signals are demonstrated.

This video points out that workers need to know their own capabilities, how to use their equipment, and keep their minds on the job. The dangers of substance use when working off the ground are also discussed.

With more than 10,000 scaffold-related injuries every year, the need for training is obvious. This video helps employees understand the danger working with suspended scaffolds and how risks can be minimized.

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