This video describes in detail how to lift objects safely. The variety of lifting tasks in industry require specific techniques to prevent painful and costly back injuries. This video also explains the anatomy of the back, the 10:1 lever principle and details proper safe lifting techniques.
Back injuries frequently occur in the workplace during lifting. The tips and techniques provided in this video will offer alternatives to lifting or carrying and will show the benefits of using helpful tools like dollies and carts to prevent back injuries. Viewers will learn the necessary step-by-step safety procedures to prepare the body for safe lifting as well as instruction on how to properly lift under any circumstances.
Slips, trips and falls are the second-leading cause of workplace injuries and fatalities. This new, engaging and fast-paced program will motivate your employees to recognize and respect the common causes of slips, trips and falls, and teach them procedures and techniques to prevent them from occurring and causing injury.
Many of us tend to think more about shoes in terms of styles, but safety shoes are more than a different style. They protect your feet from hazards that you encounter in your workplace. This program stresses to viewers the importance of selecting and wearing proper footwear to prevent painful foot and toe injuries. Topics include Slip-Resistant Shoes, Puncture-Resistant Soles, Metatarsal Guards and Selecting The Proper Footwear.
The variety of lifting tasks in industry require specific techniques to prevent painful and costly back injuries. Video explains the anatomy of the back, the 10:1 lever principle and details proper safe lifting techniques.
(9 Minutes)
This video shows how to properly position chairs, mouse, monitor, keyboard and covers general ergonomic principles so employees will have a better understanding of how to prevent ergonomic injuries. The video explains proper hand, arm, feet, and leg positions while working at a computer. Steps that can be taken to reduce ergonomic related hazards are discussed in detail.
(14 Minutes)
In this effective and motivational program, your employees will learn how the body functions, risk factors associated with overexertion type injuries, and preventive measures they can utilize to reduce their exposure and prevent injuries. The program teaches the impact their posture can have on their body and the cumulative affect of improper lifting techniques. The visual graphics and comprehensive information will educate and motivate your employees to make the proper decisions and lifestyle adjustments to ensure their health and safety.
(14 Minutes)
This video outlines the legal definition of sexual harassment and provides employees with information regarding the recognition and reporting of sexual harassment.
(16 Minutes)
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Do you often need to make strange or awkward movements to get your work done? Long reaches, twists, bends and stretches put your shoulders, back and elbows in uncomfortable and unnatural positions. These postures can
Workplace safety can be a complex issue, but learning and adhering to a few safety basics can go a long way toward keeping employees safe on the job. Many workplace injuries and fatalities are directly related to either not knowing how to do something and attempting it anyway or committing unsafe acts through inattention or for other reasons.
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Workers who perform frequent and heavy lifting are at risk for back injuries and abdominal straining that can cause hernias. Arm, shoulder, neck and wrist pain is also a risk if materials are lifted improperly.
You?ve heard it before and you?ll hear it again because it?s a fact - seatbelts save lives. A high percentage of all work-related fatalities each year are caused by motor vehicle crashes. Many of these deaths could have been avoided if the drivers and passengers in these vehicles had been belted in.
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Since it's your first time, you may want to checkout some of the video tutorials.
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