An Angle Grinder, sometimes called a side or disc grinder is a handheld power tool commonly used for cutting, grinding and polishing.

The use of angle grinders can be extremely dangerous. If incorrectly used, angle grinder discs can shatter causing projectiles to fly violently through the air hitting the operator and others in the work area.

This program includes:

• Types of Angle Grinders
• Pre-Use Checks
• Safe Operation
• Disc Shatter
• Kick Back
• Other Angle Grinder Hazards
• Control Measures

This program is aimed at professional and non-professional operators of Angle Grinders as a safety and operational guide.

RUNNING TIME: 9 Minutes

The use of angle grinders can be extremely dangerous, posing a risk not only to the operator but to others in the work area. This safety short gives you some checks that should be performed before operating an angle grinder.

RUNNING TIME: 1 Minute

Asbestos was once a widely used material: cheap, strong, fire and water resistant, and sound-absorbent, it was valuable in many applications – from building to automotive manufacturing to a range of fire resistant products. 

Asbestos is a naturally-occurring mineral, which exists in various forms, including white, blue and brown asbestos. But what all forms of asbestos have in common is the thin fibres which the substance is made up of.  It is these fibres that pose a threat to humans – when the fibres are inhaled, they can cause serious damage to the lungs.

This program covers: 

• The Dangers of Asbestos
• Asbestosis, Mesothelioma, and Lung Cancer
• Where can we find Asbestos?
• Hazards of Asbestos
• Control Measures
• The Asbestos Register
• Asbestos Monitoring
• Personal Protective Equipment           

This program has been produced to be shown to all personnel who may potentially come across asbestos in the workplace. 

RUNNING TIME: 11 Minutes

Statistics show that unsafe acts are the most common cause of workplace accidents. Despite the introduction of training programs and safe work practices and procedures, controlling unsafe acts has proven to be difficult. The reason for this is that unsafe acts involve the Human Factor, that is, they occur as a result of people’s attitudes and behaviours.

Behavioural Safety offers a way to reduce the incidence of unsafe acts by modifying people’s behaviours and improving their attitudes towards safety.
 
This program is designed to provide an understanding of Behavioural Safety and to show how a Behavioural Safety program works.

The program looks at:

• Unsafe acts and unsafe conditions
• Behaviours and attitudes towards safety
• The theory Behaviour Modification
• The ABC model
• Positive reinforcement
• The three components of a Behavioural Safety program
• The Behavioural Safety Observation

RUNNING TIME:   12 minutes

Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C and HIV are three Bloodborne Diseases which are a concern in the workplace, but what is a Bloodborne Disease? How can it be passed from one person to another? What can you do to reduce your risk of exposure? And what should you do if you may have been exposed to a Bloodborne Disease?

This program covers:

• A definition of Bloodborne Pathogens
• Hepatitis C
• Hepatitis B
• HIV/AIDS
• How infection occurs
• Control of hazards
• Clean up of blood and body fluid spills
• Use of gloves and hand washing
• What to do if you have been exposed

The objective of this program is to increase awareness of Bloodborne Pathogens and by so doing, increase awareness of the standards for worker responsibility in observing and being active in daily safety procedures.

Bloodborne Pathogens can cause disease but the risks should not be overdramatised.   Following procedures that have been laid down will go a long way to protect you from infection.

DURATION: 15 Minutes

Bomb threats and the placement of explosive devices are both actions that are designed to strike at the heart of your organisation. 

The perpetrators of these crimes have one of two things in mind.....They want to disrupt the normal flow of business creating an atmosphere of anxiety and panic, or they want to injure people and damage property.

This program examines the strategy that should be adopted to deal with either or both of the situations. (Threat or Placement)

• The nature of bomb threats
• The definition of a bomb threat
• The telephone call
• Bomb threat strategy
• The Bomb Threat Checklist
• What to do if you receive a bomb threat

This program has been produced to be shown to all personnel who may become involved in a bomb threat incident.

RUNNING TIME: 5 Minutes

There are many reasons why a building, or a group of buildings may need to be evacuated including:

• Fires
• Chemical Spills
• Toxic or Explosive Gas Releases,
• Explosions
• Violent Behaviour, and
• Bomb Threats.

The larger the building, the more organisation is required to ensure everyone is evacuated effectively and as safely as possible. But regardless of the size or type of building or buildings, or number of employees, every organisation should have a tried and tested evacuation plan.

This program covers:

• The Evacuation Plan
• The Evacuation Team
• The Chief Warden
• Your Responsibility
• Training and Practice

Every Building must have a tried and tested evacuation plan, and everyone must be familiar with it, and know their role.

RUNNING TIME: 9 Minutes

Bullying can happen in any organisation or workplace, and anyone can be a victim of it.

Workplace bullying can have severe effects on anyone subjected to it including:

• Anxiety,
• Depression, and
• Physical harm.

Bullying can affect a victim's life and relationships outside of work and in some cases cause health problems such as headaches and sleep disorders.

This program covers the following:

• What is bullying?
• Bullying prevention
• What should be in an effective workplace bullying policy
• Bullying response

Clearly it's in everyone's best interests to prevent workplace bullying, and put a stop to it wherever it occurs. By working together to develop effective policies and procedures, and being vigilant in identifying and addressing bullying, healthier and safer workplaces for everyone can be achieved.

RUNNING TIME: 7 Minutes

This program examines the general principles of first aid treatment for burns victims.

The main problem associated with burns is skin damage and the effect this damage has on the well-being of the victim.  This program therefore starts with a detailed look at the skin’s structure and functions.

Areas covered in this program include:

• Causes of burns
• Classification of burns
• Life threatening outcomes from burns: Infection, Shock, Breathing difficulties
• General first aid principles of management of burns victims
• Guidelines for seeking medical assistance.

The first aid treatments for the following types of burns are covered: 

• Flame burns
• Scalds
• Electrical burns, and
• Chemical burns 

A severe burn is not only life threatening but it can also have profound effects, not only on the victim, but also on the victim’s family. 

In the workplace many burns result following violations of safe work practices.  This program graphically illustrates to the entire workforce the need for recognition, evaluation and control of hazards that may lead to burns injuries. 

The program also informs the audience what to do should they be personally involved in a burn emergency.

RUNNING TIME: 17 Minutes

The Chain of Responsibility is an initiative in the transport industry, under which health and safety in transport is the responsibility not just of the driver, but of everyone who is involved in the supply chain.

This program examines the important role everyone involved in the completion of a transport task has in making sure safety guidelines are adhered to.

Topics included in the program:

• Schedulers
• Consignors and Consignees
• Loaders and Unloaders
• Drivers

When everyone in the chain is working together to manage risks, and recognises that responsibility for the safe completion of a transport task lies with all of them, safety is greatly improved, and everyone’s job becomes easier.

RUNNING TIME: 7 Minutes

Chainsaws are used extensively by a wide range of people in many industries.

The Chainsaw is of great assistance when fast cutting of timber is required, but if the chainsaw is not properly maintained its potential for causing injury cannot be underestimated.

In this program we will show you the features of a modern chainsaw and how to maintain them safely.

This program covers:

• Sharpening the Chain

• Filing Technique

• Guide Bar Maintenance

• Guide Bar Assembly

• Chain Tensioning

• Preparing the Fuel

RUNNING TIME: 12 Minutes

An awareness of a chainsaw’s condition is vital in the safe and successful operation of the chainsaw.

This program will concentrate mainly on the fuel powered type of chainsaw but essentially the safety and operational considerations are very much the same for the various types.

RUNNING TIME: 5 Minutes

There are a variety of timber cutting tasks that can be undertaken using a chainsaw however the ones that this program will cover are:

• Limbing
• Cross-cutting or Bucking
• Ripping
• and Felling

There is no doubt that a chainsaw can be a very dangerous tool and that there is no substitute for proper training and a professional approach to their use.

RUNNING TIME: 5 Minutes

A two-stroke engine runs on a mixture of fuel and oil. Check your operator’s manual for correct fuel/oil ratios and oil types.

It is vital to make the mixture according to the recommended ratio as engine damage may occur with the wrong fuel mixture. Creating this mixture in a controlled environment helps to minimise the risk of contaminants in the mixture

RUNNING TIME: 3 Minutes

When operating a chainsaw, it is vital that all safety measures relating to the operation of the saw be practiced at all times. Do not use a chainsaw that is back–firing, missing parts or not running properly. It is dangerous and is a potential fire hazard.

Having a strong understanding of the safe operation basics is key to completing any chainsaw operation successfully and safely.

RUNNING TIME: 4 Minutes

A comprehensive knowledge about the components of the chainsaw is vital for keeping the chainsaw in a safe working order, knowing when maintenance will be required and ensuring that the inbuilt safety features are able to be used during operation.

This program covers:

• The Components of the Chainsaw

• The Components of the Chain

• Chain Selection Options

There are a number of different chainsaws available, including fuel powered, electric and battery-operated chainsaws.

This program will concentrate mainly on the fuel powered type of chainsaw but essentially the safety and operational considerations are very much the same for the various types.

RUNNING TIME: 10 Minutes