Video Library: Tool Safety

Chain Saw Safety
Chain Saw Safety-Idea
Hand and Power Tool Safety (13 min. 2001)
Hand and Power Tool Safety (13 min. 1996)
Hand & Power Tool Safety for Auto Mechanics
Large Power Hand Tool Safety
Mowing Operations
Power Saw Safety
Pro's Guide to Riding Mowers
Rules for Tool Safety
Toro Power Mower Safety
Working Safely With Hand and Power Tools

• Chain Saw Safety
  #CH002 (105 min. 1985)
  Occupational, Off-the-Job
  This two-part video, presented in a classroom setting, covers (1) safe saw operation and safety equipment and (2) chainsaw and felling techniques. Health aspects such as vibration and safety features to look for when purchasing a chain saw are also discussed.
• Chain Saw Safety-Idea
  #CH001 (15 min. 1991)
  Occupational, Off-the-Job
  This video shows how to safeguard against disabling injuries, combining interviews with industry professionals with how-to demonstrations.
• Hand and Power Tool Safety
  #HA027 English, #HA028 Spanish (13 min. 2001)
  Occupational
  • How to properly inspect tools
  • Safety behavior and potential hazards with hand and power tools
• Hand and Power Tool Safety
  #HA014 (NEW-13 min. 1996)
  Occupational
  A good safety attitude is the key to injury-free use of hand and power tools. Encourage your employees to proctice proper techniques. Covers:
  • Inspecting tools before beginning work
  • Proper use of wrenches
  • Safety hazards of power drills and hand saws
  • Preventing shock from electric tools
• Hand & Power Tool Safety for Auto Mechanics
  #HA110 (18 min. 1994)
  Occupational
  Encourage personal responsibility for safety and professional tool use. Includes PPE.
  • Electrical safety: double insulation, grounding, damaged cords, water safety
  • Drills, bench grinders, cheater bar prohibition
  • Torquing: calibration, torquing lug nuts
• Large Power Hand Tool Safety
  #LA003 (10 min. 1995)
  Occupational, Off-the-Job
  The objective of this program is to teach the viewer about safely operating the four most often used large power hand tools: impact wrench, large power drill, portable band saw and the roto hammer.
• Mowing Operations
  #MO006 (4:45 min. 1999)
  Off-the-job
  This film is intended for the person who has already gone through in-depth training pertaining mower operations, keying on safe procedures. Touches on preventative maintenance, pre-inspection and different types of mowers.
• Power Saw Safety
  #PO002—DVD (8 min. 1999)
  Occupational
  This video will show viewers how to operate power saws safely while stressing the importance of the individual accepting responsibility for his or her personal well-being. Topics include PPE, saw inspection, use of guards, preventing kickbacks, electrical safety and good housekeeping.
• Pro's Guide to Riding Mowers
  #PR014 (18 min. 1996)
  Occupational, Off-the-Job
  Meets OSHA, state and local regulations. Presents dramatic accident reenactments and the latest techniques on how to prevent them, such as inspection of grounds and PPE, operation manual and maintenance, cutting on hills, awareness of public and much more.
• Rules for Tool Safety
  #RU001 (12 min. 1991)
  Occupational
  This video is designed to remind employees of the risks involved in using various types of tools on the job. Because employees use tools repeatedly in their routine, there is a danger of them forgetting to use proper safety procedures. Covers: Choosing the right tool, inspection, correct usage, PPE, work area, carrying & storage of tools.
• Toro Power Mower Safety
  #TO001, #TO003 (10 min. 1991)
  Occupational, Off-the-Job
  This video discusses how to operate a walk-behind power mower safely and effectively before, during and after cutting your grass. Includes tips on maintenance and storage.
• Working Safely With Hand and Power Tools
  #WK006—DVD (17 min. 2004)
  Occupational
  Hand and power tools have become so common in the daily performance of our jobs that we often become complacent about their dangers. Use this video to emphasize the importance of having a good safety attitude and exercising good judgment while using hand and power tools. Topics include: safe use of wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers and striking tools; using drills and power saws safely; guarding and grounding of power tools; and unique hazards of battery-operated tools.