Chainsaw kickbacks are often deadly, but a Pennsylvania tree trimmer survived in spite of having a chainsaw's chain embed itself in his neck. The horrifying incident hasn't put James Valentine, 21, off returning to that job. Here's a photograph showing an X-ray of the chain inside his body.
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Explains electrical safety, impact tools, wrenches, cheater bars, and miscellaneous safety when using hand and power tools. Emphasizes safety behavior and attitude.
Lockout/tagout procedures are vital to a safe work environment. If you utilize powered equipment, everyone in your facility needs to be aware of proper lockout/tagout procedures. This video is a great way to start your training.
Emphasizes that machine guarding is not foolproof and requires employee responsibility when working with machinery. The last segment of the program addresses safety concerns regarding employees who work with or near conveyor systems.
Program designed to make employees aware of basic electrical safety in the workplace. Review of safety requirements on plugs, cords, cables, disconnect switches, hand/power safety, and other electrical safety equipment.
(12 Minutes)
This video covers the purpose of lockout – tagout, the hazards associated with the accidental release of stored energy, proper lockout – tagout procedures for attaining zero energy state, proper startup procedures and special situations. Lockout – Tagout Procedures creates an awareness and respect for the hazards and motivates your works to follow best practices to prevent incidents and ensure their safety.
(16 Minutes)
Since it's your first time, you may want to checkout some of the video tutorials.
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