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Cranes, Chains & Slings

Indoor Cranes: Safe Lifting Operations (MHS-035)
This video program is specifically designed for non-licensed operators to give them the knowledge they need to safely operate several types of cranes. Topics include: pre-operation safety inspection; rigging techniques; lifting and moving. Includes Employee Handbooks. (19 min., 1991, English)  CTT

Crane Safety Awareness for Site Superintendents (MHS-036)
This 8 minute video discusses some of the hazards and risks involved in crane operations. It identifies information managers should be familiar with if cranes are operating on their site. This short video is provided by OSHA's Office of Construction Engineering. (8 min., 1992, English)  OSHA

Cranes, Chains, Slings and Hoists (MHS-037)
Comply with 1910.180. Covers practices for inspection, maintenance and safe use of lifting devices. Includes: daily pre-use inspections and proper use of equipment; physics of sling angles and safe load capacities; don't twist chains, swing and raise loads over body. (12 min., 1999, English)  LIP

Cranes, Chains, Slings and Hoists Safety (MHS-038)
Designed for anyone operating jib hoists or cranes, this video explains sling angles, safety techniques, inspection procedures, and much more. Anyone operating this equipment MUST be trained, and this program meets OSHA training requirements. (12 min., 1990, English)  DBP

Overhead Cranes (MHS-039)
Overhead cranes, like all equipment, can inflict serious injuries when misused or abused. Poor operation, failure to perform preventive maintenance, and failure to inspect can lead to serious accidents. Safety is the responsibility of everyone involved in crane operations, from operators to maintenance personnel. You can help ensure safe operation of overhead cranes by knowing and following all safe work practices and safety regulations that are applicable to your workplace. Key Training Points: inspection programs; safety regulations; training; load limits and balance; safety guard types; preventative maintenance programs. (7 min., 1997, English)  SFTS

The Big Reach (Crane Safety) (MHS-040)
This short video provides a basic overview of safety rules applicable to any crane use. It discusses crane fatalities, daily inspection, using common sense, and setting up a crane for work. (5 min., 1990, English)  SFTS

Forklifts & Powered Lift Trucks

Battery Charging Safety (MHS-002)
Each manufacturer of batteries has their own rules for charging batteries. This video provides general instructions for mixing solutions safely, avoiding situations causing sparking or arcing and matching voltage and ampere battery to charger. (10 min., 1997, English)  DBP

OSHA Regulations for Forklifts 1910.978 (MHS‑027)
Discusses overhead guards, fuel, batteries, lighting, dock boards, bridge plates and operators training while driving on platforms. Also includes pre-inspection and maintenance. (18 min., 1995, English)  DBP

Powered High Lift Trucks: Order Picker Safety (MHS‑018)
If you have order-pickers in your warehouse, this video is for you. This video teaches employees how to properly operate an Order Picker Lift Truck. It discusses proper driving techniques and the need for personal fall arrest equipment, as well as other safety issues for those working with and around powered high-lift trucks. (15 min., 1999, English)  CTT

Powered Low Lift Trucks: Walkie & Walkie/Rider Safety (MHS-021)
When OSHA issued its revised rule (1910.178), powered low-lift trucks were included in the new training requirements. This video goes over training for operators of trucks commonly called walkies and walkie/riders. They are transporters, pallet trucks and platform trucks. Addresses: Characteristics; Load handling; Pedestrian traffic; PPE (Includes employee handbooks.) (16 min., 1999, English)  CTT

Coaching the Lift Truck Operator (MHS-026K) 1
Utilizing the highly acclaimed "Coaching" method of non-lecture teaching, this information-packed classroom course encourages participants to observe, analyze and discuss recommended safety practices. Based on requests from safety directors, the course also includes a video presentation for in-plant personnel who do not drive lift trucks, but do work in areas where lift trucks are operated. This interactive course includes a fully-scripted manual and two videos. Manual includes overhead transparencies and discussion cues so that workshop leaders can actively involve course participants in the conversation about safe operation of lift trucks. Includes information on: pre-start inspection; design considerations; picking up the load; moving the truck; setting down the load; guidelines for hands-on training; pedestrian safety. (1999, English)  FLI

Forklift Instructor Training (MHS-001)
An excellent video describing the engineering principles of the forklift. It includes the Lever (fulcrum) principle, which provides information on the load center, 3-point suspension center and other important features for carrying loads. Three short programs in one video: engineering principles, OSHA operating rules, and equipment maintenance. Designed so instructors can concentrate on each subject. (22 min., 1996, English)  DBP
Spanish:  Forklift Instructor Training - A New Approach (MHS‑020S)

Forklift Case Histories: Serious Business (MHS‑004)
Perhaps nothing emphasizes the significance of this new video program better than the beginning of the program itself: "This training program presents re-enactments of four actual accidents which occurred on or around forklifts and walkies. Your life may depend on learning from the mistakes of these victims." Ideal for training and re-training. Includes: securing the platform; securing the load; safe forklift speed and turning; handling a forklift; working safely around forklifts and pallet trucks. (16 min., 2000, English)  CTT
Spanish:  Casos de la Vida Real con los Montacargas (MHS‑016S)

Forklift Mechanical Safety and Hazardous Materials (MHS-007)
Forklift mechanics are exposed to a variety of hazardous materials in their job. This program makes them aware of the hazards and how to avoid exposures. (17 min., 1990, English)  DBP

Forklift Operation & Safety (MHS-008)
Teach employees how to properly operate and maintain forklifts. Video discusses proper driving techniques and maintenance/safety checklists. (17 min., 1988, English)  JJK

Forklift Safety (MHS-010)
One of industry's most useful tools is the forklift, but it is potentially one of the most dangerous. This video provides a checklist to ensure forklift safety. It discusses inspection, fork adjustment, transporting workers, and rest position. (5 min., 1989, English)  SFTS

You're the One (MHS-015)
A humorous video describing the basic operation of the forklift. It includes proper driving techniques, maintenance and safety checks. (21 min., 1996, English)  DBP

Driving in Dangerous Situations (MHS-017)
Provides correct methods for driving forklifts in various conditions such as slippery floors, congestion, and uneven terrain, on loading docks, ramps and trailers. (14 min., 1997, English)  CTT

Forklift Handling: Safety
in Dangerous Situations (MHS-019)

Sometimes operators must handle forklifts in dangerous situations. This crucial video program will help operators avoid accidents by reviewing special techniques for special situations. Addresses: slippery surfaces; heavy traffic areas; loading docks; inside trailers/ramps. Includes employee handbooks. (15 min., 1999, English)  CTT

Working Around Forklifts: A Pro-Active Approach (MHS-022)
Always behave as if an accident might happen... this is the key to working safely around forklifts. This video program helps motivate employees to take this lesson to heart and explains how and why special precautions are necessary. Addresses: inherent hazards in forklifts; special things to watch for when turning; mechanics; visibility; warning devices; parking. (16 min., 1995, English)  CTT

Construction Forklifts: Extending Your Reach (MHS‑031K) 1
According to OSHA, 85 people die and 100,000 are injured every year due to unsafe forklift operations — 100,000! These accidents could be prevented with safe operating procedures and proper training. This training resource will help you comply with OSHA’s Final Powered Industrial Truck Standard (1910.178). The package includes the video, Construction Forklifts: Extending Your Reach, employee handbooks, forklift inspection checklists, and forklift training certificate master. Topics include: lifting principles; start-up walk around inspections; moving a load; safe work practices. (14 min., 1999, English)  CTT

Man Baskets in Construction (MHS-042)q
An excellent training video concerning lift safety. It includes the pre-lift meeting, the inspection of the lift, crane, and personal platform, the lift trial and safe work practices. (10 min., 1997, English)  CTT

On the Go: Forklift Safety (MHS‑041)
The rough-terrain forklift needs special considerations while in operation. This video explains the basic principles of operation and inspection. (12 min., 1995, English)  AGCA

Handtrucks, Dollies & Pallet Jacks

Safe Use of Hand Trucks, Dollies and Pallet Jacks (MHS-028K) 1
This program is designed to increase efficiency and reduce losses from work-related injuries. It also teaches workers not to guess about the correct procedures, and demonstrates proven methods that have been recommended by experts in the industrial safety field.  Includes an instructor guide and study guide. (23 min., 1992, English)  MEDR

Electric Pallet Jack (MHS‑043) q
This program explains the proper procedures for operating and maintaining electric pallet jacks. (12 min., English)  ASTI

Forklift Training Programs

Forklift Safety: An Operator Training Program (MHS‑024K) 1
This video-based program features a unique perspective only a seasoned operator could provide... because it was written by one! In addition to covering the new forklift training regulation, this program also covers the nuts and bolts of forklift safety, helping you prevent damage to people, products, and equipment. The program focuses on three critical areas: the truck itself, surrounding hazards, and general safety rules. Employees will get information about everything from pre-operational inspections to the center-of-gravity triangle, to proper steering, handing, and refueling techniques. Forklift Fundamentals: Get The Facts – Topics include: powered industrial trucks; controls and instrumentation; power plant inspections; equipment inspection. Forklift Operations: Carry The Load – Topics include: operating conditions; special hazards; vehicle and pedestrian traffic; proper load manipulation. (21 min., 1999, English)  JJK
Spanish:  Forklift Safety: An Operator Training Program (MHS‑025KS)

Forklift Safety (Compliance Package) (MHS-032K) 1
In an effort to decrease the staggering number of injuries and fatalities, OSHA finalized the new Powered Industrial Truck Standard (1910.178). This Forklift Compliance Package can help you to comply with the latest training requirements. The compliance package includes two video programs, employee handbooks that correspond to each video program and a Compliance Guide. Forklift Fundamentals: Get The Facts – Topics include: powered industrial trucks; controls and instrumentation; power plant inspections; equipment inspection. Forklift Operations: Carry The Load – Topics include: operating conditions; special hazards; vehicle and pedestrian traffic; proper load manipulation. (35 min., 1999, English)  CTT
Spanish:  MHS‑033S and MHS‑034S

Operaciones con el Montecargas: Conozca Los Hechos (Forklift Safety: Get the Facts) (MHS-033S)
Topics include: powered industrial trucks; controls and instrumentation; power plant inspections; equipment inspection. (22 min., 1998, Spanish)  CTT

Operaciones con el Montecargas: Llevando el Peso (Forklift Safety: Carry the Load) (MHS-034S)
Topics include: operating conditions; special hazards; vehicle and pedestrian traffic; proper load manipulation. (20 min., 1998, Spanish)  CTT

NEW!! ASTI Forklift Training Program 1 q

Forklift Training 1: Training and Basic Principles (MHS‑044)
Tape 1 of 4: This portion of the training program addresses: learning about the lift truck to be operated; knowing your work environment; understanding the loads you are required to handle; and knowing how to operate safely. (10 min., 2002, English)  ASTI

Forklift Training 2: Operation (MHS-045)
Tape 2 of 4: This segment of the training program addresses safe operation of forklifts, including basic safety features and accident prevention rules. (10 min., 2002, English)  ASTI

Forklift Training 3: Loading (MHS-046)
Tape 3 of 4: This tape covers important topics of loading, including: understanding your truck's capacity; safe load handling; taking a load off the rack; depositing a load. (9 min., 2002, English)  ASTI

Forklift Training 4: Pre‑Operation Inspection and Refueling/Recharging (MHS-047)
Tape 4 of 4: The final session addresses issues important to safe forklift operation beyond the operation aspects, including: pre-operation inspections; refueling; recharging. (13 min., 2002, English)  ASTI

 
 

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