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Equipment Safety Essentials
Understanding the proper operation of everyday equipment can transform a regular day into a fantastic one. Experiencing a fall from a ladder can be painful (as anyone who’s been through it can testify), and fires don’t typically extinguish themselves with a polite request. This safety series aims to introduce you to the correct usage of some of the most crucial equipment you might encounter regularly.
Understanding the correct operation of everyday equipment can transform a regular day into a fantastic one. Experiencing a fall from a ladder can be painful (as anyone who’s been through it can testify), and fires don’t typically extinguish themselves with a polite request. This safety series, Equipment Safety Essentials, aims to introduce you to the correct usage of some of the most crucial equipment you might encounter regularly.
You may have operated some of this equipment before, but that doesn’t guarantee you’ve been doing it correctly. You might know someone who attempted to cut a full sheet of plywood solo in their garage without securing it with clamps or a sturdy table.
Perhaps that “someone” is you.
But hold on. You’re imagining these videos to be a series of monotonous lectures, aren’t you? You couldn’t be more mistaken! Safety doesn’t have to be a dreary topic. After all, there’s no rule against enjoying a laugh while learning about safety measures.
So, we’ve infused these videos with plenty of amusing sketches and memorable quotes to keep you engaged. Our objective is your safety, and we wouldn’t be fulfilling our duty if you met your end due to sheer boredom.
So, prepare yourself to dive into our Equipment Safety Essentials series. Here at The Jeff Havens Company, we deliver serious solutions with a touch of humor.
Upon completion of this course, you will have acquired knowledge on:
- Properly carrying, ascending, and descending a ladder
- Using a two-wheeled handcart safely (even over steps and curbs!)
- Using a fire extinguisher to douse a fire
- Safely operating various commonly-used power tools
- The risks of distracted driving and how to avoid it
This course also delves into the following topics:
Ladder Safety
- You’ve probably come across videos of people tumbling off ladders, and images of people stacking ladders on top of each other. We all find it amusing to watch people doing silly things. But we'd prefer if you didn't join the club. This video will guide you through the basics of ladder safety, and you’ll also discover the 5 worst ways to spend your day. Spoiler: One of them involves the Backstreet Boys. Curious about the connection between the Backstreet Boys and ladder safety? You’ll have to watch the video to find out!
How to Use A Two-Wheeled Handcart
- This video will ensure you’re able to operate a handcart safely without causing harm to yourself, others, or the object you’re transporting. It also includes some fun elements like ice cream and a famous wizard. What makes our short safety video so intriguing? It’s because we excel at what we do.
How to Use a Fire Extinguisher
- Our hope is that you’ll never find yourself in a situation that requires a fire extinguisher. But if you do, it’s crucial to know how to use one correctly. Simply throwing it at a fire won’t suffice. This video demonstrates the wrong and right ways to use a fire extinguisher. And you might even see some s’mores, who knows?
Power Tool Safety
- Power tools are a marvelous invention. They’re not only useful but also extremely efficient, as anyone who’s attempted to fell a tree can tell you. However, they can also pose significant risks. This video is designed to ensure you use your power tools safely. This video also includes some killer dance moves. You’ll see what we mean when you watch it.
How to Avoid Distracted Driving
- Cars are an amazing invention. They transport us to our destinations much faster than walking. However, they can also crash into walls, trees, and other cars. This video will help ensure you use your car for its intended purpose and not the latter scenario. You’ll also see the most incredible vehicle you can imagine. A McLaren? A Ferrari? Even better, trust us. Even better.
About 30 minutes
Testing is conducted throughout this online course to reinforce the information delivered. A score of 80% must be achieved to pass this course. The course can be attempted three times to achieve the pass mark. Printable resources are available in the form of a comprehensive student guidebook. The guidebook is a valuable tool for future reference and knowledge retention.
Upon successful completion of this online course, a certificate of completion will be available for download and printing.
Course Details
Course Length
This course will take roughly 30 minutes
Passing Mark
To pass this training course, you need to score 80% or higher on the quiz
Certificate
Upon the successful completion of this course a certificate with your name will be stored on your profile and available to print
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