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Accessible Sidewalks: Design Issues for Pedestrians with Disabilities (#18618)

Demonstrates design issues and common problems with sidewalk accessibility from the perspective of pedestrians with disabilities. Uses video of pedestrians with disabilities navigating actual sidewalks and street crossings to illustrate problems with design and maintenance that hamper accessibility. Four segments focusing on – Pedestrians who use wheelchairs (10:00). – Pedestrians with ambulatory impairments (7:51). – Pedestrians with low vision (11:24). – Pedestrians who are blind (11:19). (n.d.) - VHS VIDEO  (41:00).

Basic First Aid (#18324)

Illustrates what to do as a first response in the most common work injuiries, such as cuts, burns, sprains, fractures, shock, heat stroke, as well as what to do in case of heart attack, including CPR. (1994) – VHS VIDEO (13:00), LEADER GUIDE.

Carelessness  (#17359)

Short video intended to focus employee attention on the impact of carelessness using surface mining as an example. Stresses that safety on the job depends on the worker’s ability to recognize and control the destructive nature of carelessness. Appropriate for other working situations as well.  (1991) - VHS VIDEO  (6:00)

Cave-in!: Trenching and Shoring Safety  (#18271)

Good review of issues related to trench safety.  Covers soil identification, trench slopes, shielding, bracing, ladders, trench air and underground utilities.  Focuses on how to classify soil, work in protective systems and spot excavation hazards. (1998) – VHS VIDEO (18:00), HANDBOOK.

Chain Saw Safety, Maintenance & Operation (STIHL) (#18917)

Provides detailed information on chain saw features, maintenance, saw chain sharpening, protective apparel and proper chain saw operation. The DVD format divides the topics into 5 chapters that can be easily accessed for shorter training sessions focused on a particular topic.  Produced by STIHL, Inc. (2006) - DVD  (63:00)

Chain Saw Safety (Siegel) (#18552)

Covers personal protection, safety features to look for and how to operate a chain saw safely.  Demonstrates starting, fueling, kickback, buddy system, limbing, pruning, preventive maintenance and personal protective equipment.  Produced by Siegel. (1994) - VHS VIDEO  (23:00)

Chainsaw Safety, Maintenance and Operation (FISTA) (#18115)

Demonstrates chainsaw maintenance, proper use of protective equipment, and felling, limbing, and bucking techniques. Produced by FISTA. (1996) - VHS VIDEO  (19:00)

Chainsaw Safety (Wumbus) (#19025)

Of all the tools found in the workplace and home, chainsaws rank as the most dangerous.  Practical tips make this a good introduction to the basics of chainsaw safety for the new employee.  It can also serve as a check for the self-taught user and a review for the old hand. Produced by Wumbus Corp. (1999) - DVD  (13:00)

Conveyor Maintenance Safety  (#17973)

Demonstrates step-by-step shutdown, lock out and tag out of a conveyor. Reviews other proper procedures for safe maintenance and start-up of a conveyor.  (1993) - VHS VIDEO  (17:00)

Crash Cushions  (#16866)

Describes the construction and maintenance of crash cushions, which shield road hazards that can’t be moved by slowing, stopping and redirecting vehicles. (1989) – VHS VIDEO (37:00).  (Functional Requirements of Highway Safety Features Series)

The Critical Factor  (#16409)

How to maintain control while driving a large truck in the event of a blowout occuring. (1987) - VHS VIDEO  (12:00).

Defensive Driving: When Good Weather Goes Bad (#19026)

Provides a good review of driving in bad weather with an emphasis on the hazards in heavy rain storms, including hydroplaning, poor visibility and flooding. Also covers snow, ice, wind, and fog conditions, along with tips on tire safety and the safe following rule. (2008) - DVD  (19:00)

Distracted Driving: Real Accidents, Real Stories (#19101)

Powerful personal stories about three fatal crashes caused by distracted driving. Use when talking about your organization’s rules on driving while texting, talking on the phone or radio, using a navigation system, and other distractions. Focuses on professional drivers, but concepts apply to all drivers. (2011) – DVD (13:45).

Drive Safe! (#19011)

Driver safety program focusing on municipal operations. Raises driver awareness, and promotes and demonstrates safe driving and daily inspection practices. Training content includes Pre-trip Vehicle Inspection, Pre-trip Driver Inspection, Safe Driving Techniques, and Safe Backing-up of the Vehicle.  Useful for new driver training or as a refresher for experienced drivers of cars and light trucks. (2008) - DVD  (15:00)

Drowsy Driving: It’s Your Wake-Up Call (#19102)

Professional driver version reviews what happens when we drive drowsy, the causes of drowsy driving, such as lack of sleep, night driving, long hours, stress, and eating the wrong foods. It gives suggestions on how to recognize when you are getting drowsy and what to do about it. Very good for employees that drive long hours or work a night shift from time to time, like snow plow drivers.  (2010) – DVD (19:10)

Functional Requirements of Highway Safety Features Series

Explores how highway safety features function and why the installation andmaintenance of safety features must adhere to and even enhance the design. Emphasizes the importance of proper installationand maintenance so they continue to function as they are designed to. VHS VIDEOS. SEE INDIVIDUAL TITLES FOR MORE COMPLETE INFORMATION.

Crash Cushions – #16866

ROADSIDE CROSS SECTION

16859

SIGNS, MARKING AND DELINEATION
16860

STANDARD BARRIERS
16858  - VHS VIDEO

Gas Cylinders – Overview  (#18472)

A good review of safety practices to be used in handling compressed gas cylinders.  Covers storage, handling and use of all types of gas cylinders. (2001) – VHS VIDEO (6:00), PROGRAM GUIDE.

Grading Safety (#18628)

Shows typical safety problems on a highway grading project. Includes personal, equipment, utility and operational safety issues. Covers details on earth moving, trenching, hauling & construction traffic. Good for new construction equipment operators and a refresher on construction site safety. (1996) – VHS VIDEO (14:00)  (Highway Work Zone Safety Series)

Guardrail Installation and Repair  (#16716)

A detailed presentation on proper installation and maintenance of guardrails. Stresses the importance of proper fastenings, critical dimension and end treatments. (1989) – VHS VIDEO (20:00), PROGRAM GUIDE.

Guidelines for the Selection of W-Beam Barrier Terminals (#18898)

Demonstrates the challenge of constructing a safe W-Beam guard rail.  Actual crash tests show the crash performance of each terminal type.  In addition, provides guidance on proper site grading and presents real-world examples of both appropriate and inappropriate installations. (2006) - CD-ROM  (13:00)

Hearing Protection Devices  (#18473)

Focuses on the impact of loud noise on workers.  Reviews various types of hearing protection devices and discusses fitting, cleaning and using them. (1998) – VHS VIDEO (6:00), PROGRAM GUIDE.

Heat Illness  (#18474)

Describes the stages of heat illness including cramps, heat exhaustion and heat stroke.  Explains prevention and treatment, including when to call for medical assistance. (1999) – VHS VIDEO (7:00), PROGRAM GUIDE.

Highway Work Zone Safety Series

11 part video series focusing on highway work zone safety.  Photographed at operating work zones. Shows examples of good safety practices, as well as actual safety hazards and unsafe working conditions. VIDEOCASSETTES.  SEE INDIVIDUAL TITLES FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Grading Safety - #18628

Loading, Transporting & Unloading Heavy Equipment – #18635

Moving Operations/Maintenance Safety – #18634

Paving Safety – #18633

Plant Site Safety – #18630

Professional Flagging – #18627

Removal/Demolition/Safety - #18632

Structures Safety – #18629

Survey Safety – #18636

Traffic Control Safety – #18626

Utility Safety in Work Zones – #18631

How to Give a Deposition  (#18299)

Gives a brief overview on how to give a deposition as part of a legal case.  Produced by PA Dept. of Transportation for internal training purposes. (1991) - VHS VIDEOCASSETTE (17:00).

It Always Happens to the Other Guy  (#17892)

Depicts a variety of construction sites where carelessness in using construction equipment results in accidents. Focuses on causes and prevention measures.  VHS VIDEO  (21:00)

Jobsite Hazards  (#16709)

Points out several hazards that can be found on almost every excavation site. Recommends 10 guidelines for a safe jobsite and demonstrates those guidelines being practiced at actual construction sites.  (1989) - VHS VIDEO  (10:00)

Loading, Transporting and Unloading Heavy Equipment (#18635)

Shows hazards and good practice in moving dozers, cranes, excavators and pavers.  Good introduction to loading, chaining and transporting heavy equipment. (1999) – VHS VIDEO (12:00).  (Highway Work Zone Safety Series)

Local Government on Trial  (#18300)

2 part production focusing on a court case involving a local government sued because of an accident on a rural town road.  Part 1 “The Background” (41:00) describes aspects of a court case, how it proceeds from the time of the accident through the complaint discovery process, courtroom proceedings and jury decisions.  Part 2 “The Trial”  (90:00) features a mock trial, defining practices and terms commonly used in an accident investigation trial.  Produced by PA Local Roads Program for internal training purposes.  (1995) – TWO VHS VIDEOS  (131 min. – total)

Mailboxes May Be Hazardous to Your Health!  (#16556)

Describes the hazards presented by nonyielding mailbox structures along the roadway and approaches for reducing these hazards.  - VHS VIDEO  (14:00)

Make Winter Driving Safer  (#16404)

Covers various aspects of safe winter driving. Discusses importance of auto maintenance, equipment essential to have in the car, how to use jumper cables, driving on snow or ice, tire and traction devices.   VHS VIDEO  (13:00)

Making Safer Roads  (#17981)

Focuses primarily on the need for increased attention to improving safety on secondary roads. Provides examples of hazardous features and makes suggestions for reducing or eliminating the hazard.  (1996) - VHS VIDEO  (12:00)

Managing Pavement Edge Drop-offs…to Improve Safety and Reduce Tort Liability (#18810)

A compilation of presentations on safety issues, research findings and construction and maintenance practices related to pavement edge drop-offs.  Includes the video and presentation materials from the February 11, 2004 “Managing Pavement Edge Drop-offs” workshop in Atlanta, Georgia and a January 10, 2005 follow-up session in Washington, D.C. (2005) - CD-ROM

Moving Operations/Maintenance Safety (#18634)

Shows typical hazards of short-term highway maintenance operations.  Applications include snow plowing, mowing, debris pick up, patching and crack sealing. (1999) – VHS VIDEO (13:00).   (Highway Work Zone Safety Series)

1996 Aashto Roadside Design Guide  (#16375)

Shows crash testing of automobiles on various roadside obstacles. Provides remedies for existing obstacles such as untreated culvert ends, severe side and back slopes, mailboxes and guardrails. Emphasizes the need for close attention to the installation of roadside safety equipment. Points out the need for agencies to develop programs that control roadside obstacles as well as roadside safety programs. (1996) – VHS VIDEO (124 min.), PROGRAM GUIDE.

Paving Safety (#18633)

Shows some of the hazards of concrete and asphalt pavement operations. Emphasizes taking personal responsibility for being aware of the changing hazards during paving operations. (1998) – VHS VIDEO (11:00).  (Highway Work Zone Safety Series.)

Personal Protection  (#16710)

Highlights several key aspects of self-protection when working on underground construction jobs. Presents 10 guidelines to follow and demonstrates them on actual construction sites.  (1989) - VHS VIDEO  (10:00)

Personal Protective Equipment: Real Accidents, Real Stories (#19103)

A wake up call to new and experienced employees told through three true stories demonstrating the real consequences of improper/casual use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in the workplace.  Stresses the importance of following OSHA PPE requirements.  You and your crew won’t forget the lessons in the stories. (2010) – DVD (14:55).

Personal Protective Equipment – Your Last Line of Defense! (#19104)

Demonstrates the requirements and value of wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) for general maintenance activities. Good introduction for new    employees. Video identifies employer and employee responsibilities and reviews  PPE  for the following types of protection: eye and face, head, foot and leg, hand, hearing, and body. (2011) – DVD (19:07)

Plant Site Safety (#18630)

Shows typical safety hazards at concrete, asphalt and crushing plants.  Demonstrates what to watch for if you’re a pedestrian on the ground, a crane operator or a truck driver traveling between the plant and construction sites. (1995) – VHS VIDEO (11:00). (Highway Work Zone Safety Series)

Poisonous Plants (#18737)

Shows examples of poisonous ivy, oak and sumac. Gives tips on identification and treatment.  Explains some myths along with ideas for prevention of exposure. (1990) - VHS VIDEO  (8:00)

Professional Flagging (#18627)

Covers basic principles, procedures and applications for effective and safe flagging in highway work zones.  Shows typical situations in rural construction and maintenance zones.  Stresses a professional approach and sound safety practices. (1996) – VHS VIDEO (47:00).  (Highway Work Zone Safety Series)

Proper Lifting: Why Take a Risk?  (#18323)

Humorous look at how to lift objects without risking disk injury.  Covers checking your path to avoid slips and trips, and how to avoid twisting while lifting.   (1989) - VHS VIDEO  (10:00)

Ready..set..winter!: Driving Safely on Ice and Snow  (#17990)

Provides a brief overview of how to prepare a vehicle for harsh winter weather, describes several driving situations that require special attention and explains how to handle common winter driving problems. VHS VIDEO, PROGRAM GUIDE.  (1996) - VHS VIDEO  (12 min.)

Red Light – Green Light: Intersection Safety (#18624)

Provides the general traveling public and the entire transportation community with an increased awareness of the critical importance of intersection safety.  Allows viewers to identify steps they can take to improve their own safety and provides information on what the transportation profession is doing to help create safer intersections. (2003) - VHS VIDEO  (8 min.)

Removal/demolition Safety (#18632)

Shows the hazards associated with the demolition and removal of roads, structures, and utilities in preparation for new construction.  Emphasizes personal safety by being knowledgeable about the job, the equipment and the plan. VHS VIDEO.  Part of Series – HIGHWAY WORK ZONE SAFETY. (1999) - VHS VIDEO  (11 min.)

Right-of-way Mowing Safety  (#17898)

Points out hidden hazards of right-of-way mowing and suggests ways to deal with them.  (1996) - VHS VIDEO  (24 min.)

Risk Management to Reduce Roadway Tort Liability in High Risk Areas  (#16948)

Eight-part production focuses on particular types of high risk areas and suggests ways to reduce roadway tort liability in those areas. Contents include: “High accident locations” (#16959) – “Maintenance and construction sites” (#16960) – “Edge dropoffs” (#16961) – “Slippery roads” (#16962) – “Narrow bridges” (#16963) – “Fixed objects along the roadway” (#16964) – “Pavement defects and potholes” (#16965) – “Signs and pavement markings”(#16967) . **Segments also available individually – request by indicated #s.** VHS VIDEO, PROGRAM GUIDE.  (1988) - VHS VIDEO  (91 min.)

Road Crew Safety: Safe Practices for Road Construction & Paving Crews (#18179)

A good introduction and reminder of road construction safety hazards and precautions.  Provides grading & paving examples accompanied by many practical safety tips.  Focuses on individual responsibility and equipment safety topics.  (1998) - VHS VIDEO  (24 min.)

Road Risk (#18747)

Focuses on the use of Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) to communicate road weather conditions.  Includes segments on fog, rain, and snow and ice.  The snow and ice segment discusses the use of Road Weather Information Systems (RWIS) and Maintenance Decisions Support Systems (MDSS) to more effectively manage snow and ice operations, communicate road conditions to drivers and improve safety.  Provides a general introduction to ITS and RWIS to non-technical audiences. (2004) - DVD  (22 min.)

Road Safety Audits: a New Way of Doing Business (#18927)

Introduces the concept of road safety audits.  An RSA is a formal safety performance examination of an existing or future road or intersection by an independent, multi-disciplinary team.  Goal is to evaluate safety by taking a fresh look from many different angles. (2006) - DVD  (11 min.)

Roadside Cross Section  (#16859)

Presents the critical design criteria for safe front and back slopes on road cross sections and discusses some of the remedial methods for correcting severe cross sections that may be hazardous to errant vehicles. Demonstrates several methods for improving the safety aspects of roadside cross sections. VHS VIDEO. Part of Series–FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS OF HIGHWAY SAFETY FEATURES  (1989) - VHS VIDEO  (25 min.)

Roundabouts in Kansas (#18919)

Provides a good overview of roundabouts. Describes the safety improvements and traffic delay reductions provided by roundabouts and gives examples from Kansas. Explains how to drive through a single lane roundabout using driver’s eye view 3D animation. (2004) - DVD  (10 min.)

Safe Tree and Brush Removal (#18668)

Demonstrates chain saw safety and maintenance, sawing techniques, felling trees and trimming brush. (2003) - DVD  (19 min.)

Safely Controlling the Power of the Crawler Excavator, Segment 1 “pre-start Inspection”  (#17974)

Focuses on conducting a pre-start inspection of a crawler excavator. Demonstrates how to look for unsuspected problems.  (1993) - VHS VIDEO  (10 min.)

Safely Controlling the Power of the Crawler Excavator, Segment 2 “safe Operating Techniques”  (#17975)

Demonstrates safe crawler excavator operating techniques in a wide variety of situations.  (1993) - VHS VIDEO  (22 min.)

Safely Controlling the Power of the Crawler Excavator, Segment 3 “maintenance and Transportation”  (#17976)

Provides safety tips designed to help operators, mechanics and truck drivers avoid painful injuries and expensive downtime when following maintenance procedures for crawler excavators. Includes information on safe transport of crawler excavators.  (1993) - VHS VIDEO  (13 min.)

The Safer Roadside  (#17440)

Focuses on what the State of Washington has done to commence a program of eliminating above ground utilities within the control zone of a highway.  (1992) - VHS VIDEO  (17 min.)

Safety Around Conveyors  (#17972)

Discusses safe procedures to follow when operating conveyors and points out areas of danger. Emphasizes the importance of properly outfitting the conveyor for specific applications.  (1993) - VHS VIDEO  (12 min.)

Safety Training for Repair Technicians  (#17899)

Demonstrates good safety practices recommended for construction equipment repair technicians.  (1996) - VHS VIDEO  (22 min.)

School Zone Safety  (#17791)

Provides training for school crossing guards. Covers duties at reduced school speed zones, school crossings and traffic signals. Presents proper signing and marking for school zones. Intended for school crossing guards, traffic engineers, school officials and local safety groups.  (1992) - VHS VIDEO  (22 min.)

Signs, Marking and Delineation  (#16860)

Discusses the basic principle of various highway signing and marking devices. Presents basic installation and maintenance procedures as well as some marking procedures. Describes some of the negative aspects of improper delineation, signing and marking. VHS VIDEO. Part of Series–FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS OF HIGHWAY SAFETY FEATURES  (1989) - VHS VIDEO  (43 min.)

A Snowplow – Cool! (#18679)

Video and associated classroom and homework activities intended for elementary school children are the basis for a safety lesson about not building “forts” in the snow bank at the curb, staying away from snowplows, and not sliding into the street.  Video also serves as a good reminder for snowplow drivers.  Video and worksheets take approximately 30 minutes of class time. (2001) – VHS VIDEO (9:00), TEACHER GUIDE.

Snowplow Safety  (#17789)

Focuses on collision prevention issues. Topics covered include: Equipment and Inspection; Positioning of the Truck; Scanning; Mirror Use and Defensive Driving Techniques.  (1995) - VHS VIDEO  (23 min.)

Standard Barriers  (#16858)

Describes various types of highway barriers and how to install and maintain them. VHS VIDEO. Part of Series–FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS OF HIGHWAY SAFETY FEATURES  (1989) - VHS VIDEO  (46 min.)

Structures Safety (#18629)

Focuses on typical hazards around the construction of bridges and culverts.  Shows problems with utilities, falling workers, falling objects and cranes. VHS VIDEO.  Part of Series – HIGHWAY WORK ZONE SAFETY. (1996) - VHS VIDEO  (12 min.)

Surveying Safety (#18636)

Focuses on typical hazards faced by surveyors in highway work zones.  Covers personal equipment, being alert, traffic control, natural hazards and hand tools. VHS VIDEO.  Part of Series – HIGHWAY WORK ZONE SAFETY. (1999) - VHS VIDEO  (18 min.)

Surviving the Cold (#18562)

Uses actual stories of stranded motorists to explain techniques to survive winter storms.  Covers hypothermia, practical survival tips and actions to avoid. (1984) - VHS VIDEO  (16 min.)

Traffic Barriers  (#16784)

Provides basic background information on traffic barriers, followed by more specific details on 2 types in particular – W-Beam wood and steel strong post systems and traffic barrier terminals. Discusses how they work, why they’re used and how they might fail.   - VHS VIDEO  (46 min.)

Traffic Control Safety (#18626)

Depicts examples of good practices in setting up traffic control in highway construction and maintenance zones.  Presents basic ideas and sound safety procedures for highway workers and supervisors. VHS VIDEO.  Part of Series – HIGHWAY WORK ZONE SAFETY. (1996) - VHS VIDEO  (11 min.)

Transport Trailer Safety  (#17717)

Provides information on: safely securing and transporting several types of equipment on different style trailers; correct loading and unloading procedures both on and off paved road; how to transport in city, country and interstate highway situations; and safety tips that will please your insurance carrier.  (1995) - VHS VIDEO  (25 min.)

Tree Trimming Safety (#19028)

Begins with a thorough safety review of tree trimming equipment including chainsaws, ropes, belts, climbing gear, ladders, pole saws, areal trucks, chippers, and personal protective gear.  Reviews safety procedures, crew size, and operation planning for trimming, felling, and bucking near electric lines, buildings, and the public. (1999) - DVD  (20 min.)

Utility Safety in Work Zones (#18631)

Focuses on the above and below ground hazards of telecommunications, electric, gas, water and sewer utilities; the on-site consequences when they are disrupted; and the off-site consequences to those affected by the disruptions. Emphasizes contacting One Call to help locate underground utility hazards. VHS VIDEO. Part of Series – HIGHWAY WORK ZONE SAFETY. (1999) - VHS VIDEO  (15 min.)

Wisconsin’s Tort Liability – Road and Street Maintenance  (#15904)

May a Wisconsin municipality be sued for alleged negligence in the repair and maintenance of streets? Covers potholes, construction site safety, obstructions, snow and ice control and more.  Includes January, 2004 WisLine packet “Liability and Legal Issues” which provides current information on some areas not covered by the video.  VHS VIDEO, PRINT MATERIALS. (1989) - VHS VIDEO  (23 min.)

Working Safely in Cold Weather (#19029)

Good practical information on working in cold weather, including what causes cold stress and its health effects, first aid for hypothermia and frost bite, plus tips on how to protect against cold weather health problems. (2007) - DVD  (16 min.)