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129 ALLERGIES AND ASTHMA
(Safety Shorts - 5 minutes)
Learn about allergies...trivial to tragic and how we can best avoid, abate or cure them.  


130 AMERICA IN JEOPARDY: DRUGS IN THE WORKPLACE
(1994 - 20 minutes)
This U.S. Department of Labor Production exposes the viewer to the hazards of substance abuse on the job.  


131 AVOIDING DOG BITES
(Long Island - 16 minutes)
All employees who may encounter dogs on the job should be prepared to handle this sometimes forgotten hazard.  


132 BACK TO BASICS
(Safety Shorts - 5 minutes)
Learn how to avoid back problems while lifting, pulling, pushing, bending or twisting when moving heavy or awkward objects.  


133 BACK EXERCISES
(Keller - 1998 - 15 minutes)
Use this video to help you explain the structure of the back and how exercise can keep it strong and injury-resistant. Demonstrates a number of back-strengthening exercises - most of which can be done right at your employees' desks or workstations.  


134 BACK INJURY PREVENTION
(Safety Watch - 1994 - 11 minutes)
--Increased flexibility and stronger back and stomach muscles are key to preventing back injuries
--Good posture and good lifting techniques are important to a healthy back  


135 BACK STRENGTH AND FITNESS
(Safety Watch - 1992 - 13 minutes)
Building a fit back
Dealing with acute back pain
Coming back from back pain  


136 BASIC FIRST AID
(Safety Watch - 1994 - 5 minutes)
--Know who in your company is trained to provide medical care
--Keep in mind the medical priorities of airway, breathing and circulation
--Do not move an injured person if you are unsure of the injury  


137 BATTLING FATIGUE
(Safety Shorts - 5 minutes)
The various types of fatigue and ways fatigue can be overcome are covered. Key training points: dangers of fatigue, times of day, diets, rest, smoking and exercise.  


138 THE BIG CHILL
(Safety Shorts - 5 minutes)
Hypothermia occurs when the temperature of the body's inner core has been lowered causing illness. Hypothermia strikes quickly and silently and can eventually lead to death. Key training points: causes, symptoms, prevention.  


139 THE BIG STRETCH
(Safety Shorts - 5 minutes)
Stretching can make you feel good and work better. This video explains the importance of stretching and highlights its benefits.  


140 BLOWS AND CONTUSIONS
(1994 - 10 minutes)
Eight safety tips for avoiding common hazards
Administering first aid wounds  


141 THE BURDEN OF DEPRESSION
(Safety Shorts - 5 minutes)
Depression afflicts one of every five workers and costs American business up to $35 billion a year. Learn to recognize depression and tactfully help its victims.  


142 CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME
(Safety Watch - 1995 - 9 minutes)
Carpal tunnel syndrome is becoming one of the most common repetitive motion illnesses in the workplace. It has the power to cause great pain and to rob you of the use of your hands, arms or even your livelihood.  


143 CHOLESTEROL CONTROL
(11 minutes)
Do you have the right skills to cut back on fat? Prepare nutritious foods? Trim your excess body fat? These topics and more are covered in this timely video.  


144 COLD STRESS
(Safety Watch - 1995 - 8 minutes)
Dressing incorrectly for work in the cold can expose you to cold stress
The most common cold stress illnesses are hypothermia and frostbite  


145 COLDS AND FLU
(Safety Shorts - 5 minutes)
No one is immune to the common cold or flu. The differences between them, appropriate treatments, and ways to help prevent their spread are discussed. Knowledge about colds and flu can arm us in the fight to stay well. Key training points: causes, drugs, prevention and recovery.  


146 COMBATING STRESS
(Safety Watch - 1996 - 10 minutes)
--Poor time management is a major contributor to workplace stress
--One way to change stress levels is to change how to react to situations  


147 COMPUTER USAGE
(Keller - 1998 - 10 minutes )
This video emphasizes to employees that it is possible to be injured at a computer or desk job. It provides practical tips on how employees can adjust their computer work area to reduce wrist and back tension.  


148 CONTROLLING HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE
(Safety Watch - 1997 - 13 minutes)
Smoking, drinking alcoholic beverages and not getting enough exercise can all lead to high blood pressure. Changing eating habits and exercising regularly will lower blood pressure, reduce weight and increase stamina.  


706 CREATING INHALANT ABUSE AWARENESS TOGETHER
(16 minutes)
The deliberate inhalation of common household products to get high.  


149 CUTTING CANCER RISKS
(Safety Shorts - 5 minutes)
You can cut your cancer risk. Take a few minutes to find out how you can add years to your life.  


150 DIABETES
(Safety Shorts - 5 minutes)
Adult diabetes affects nine million Americans and is responsible for 40,000 deaths per year. Learn how to recognize its symptoms and get the right help.  


151 DIET AND CANCER
(ITS - 1992 - 16 minutes)
Discusses cancer prevention, changes in your diet, and good nutrition.  


152 DIET FOR ENERGY
(Safety Watch - 1997 - 10 minutes)
Staying mentally and physically fit requires a properly balanced diet. Weight maintenance is a function of calorie intake balanced against exercise and diet.  


153 DIET RIGHT
(Safety Shorts - 5 minutes)
Obesity affects 34 million adult Americans. Learn the importance of managing a diet for a longer, healthier life. Key training points: failed diets, consulting a doctor, food, exercise and health benefits.  


154 DON'T LET A COMPUTER HURT YOUR KIDS
(2000 - 10 minutes)
Children spend a significant amount of time on computers today. Most computer workstations are set up to accommodate an averaged size adult. Some of the problems that are being seen by physicians are: repetitive stress injuries, carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, neck and shoulder pain, red and irritated eyes, and eye strain.  


155 DRUG ABUSE AND THE BRAIN
(1994 - 26 minutes)
This National Institute on Drug Abuse Production outlines the effects of mind-altering drugs on the brain.  


156 DRUG TESTING: EMPLOYEE VERSION
(1994 - 22 minutes)
This National Institute on Drug Abuse Production outlines an employee's rights regarding on-the-job drug testing.  


157 DRUG TESTING: EMPLOYER VERSION
(1994 - 22 minutes)
This National Institute on Drug Abuse Production advises employers how to implement an on-the-job drug testing program.  


158 DRUG USE AND ABUSE
(Safety Watch - 1996 - 8 minutes)
--Drug abuse in the work environment is on the rise --Get to know the drug addiction resources in your area  


159 ERGONOMICS AWARENESS
(Keller - 1998 - 10 minutes)
This video stresses the key role employees can play in identifying ergonomics concerns and making adjustments to their work habits and processes. It identifies common sources of Cumulative Trauma Disorders (CTDs)
and other injuries, and suggests initiatives employees can take to protect themselves.  


160 EXERCISE AND NUTRITION CONNECTION
(Long Island - 26 minutes)
Covers valuable facts about health and fitness. Develop a healthy lifestyle through exercise, fitness and nutrition.  


161 EXERCISE YOUR HEART
(Safety Shorts - 5 minutes)
Regular aerobic exercise can make a big difference in the quality of life. Proper warm-up, dynamic exercise and cool down procedures are shown.  


162 FIRST AID: CPR REVIEW
(Safety Watch - 1995 - 10 minutes)
The primary purpose of performing CPR is to help someone, whose heart has stopped and is not breathing, until advanced help arrives.  


163 FITNESS
(12 minutes)
Explore the fundamentals of starting a personal fitness program. Great way to motivate employees.  


164 FITNESS AND WELLNESS
(Long Island - 12 minutes)
Using the "road" to health as a metaphor, help employees make improvements, one step at a time. Reduce lost workdays:
Eating right, exercising and overcoming stress
Avoiding smoking, alcohol and drugs
Making a plan for health, gradual changes  


165 HAPLESS HAL AND THE TEMPLE OF DOOM
(Safety Shorts - 5 minutes)
Use of drugs and alcohol can be very dangerous, especially if taken while on the job or before driving. These substances affect judgement and reduce ability to perform tasks requiring concentration and coordination.  


166 HEADACHES
(Safety Shorts - 5 minutes)
Everybody gets headaches, but there is no need to suffer. Each kind of headache, its cause or causes, and appropriate treatments are discussed with emphasis on the two most common headache types - tension and migraine.  


167 A HEARTBEAT AWAY
(Safety Shorts - 5 minutes)
The only difference between a transient ischemic attack - commonly called a mini-stroke - and a full-blown stroke is a matter of severity. Ignoring the symptoms won't make a TIA go away.  


168 HEAT ILLNESS
(Safety Shorts - 5 minutes)
Overexposure to high temperatures and humidity can lead to heat-related illness. If not treated, heat illness may cause permanent injury and even death. Early recognition and proper treatment of heat illness can help prevent a medical emergency.  


169 HEAT STRESS
(1992 - 14 minutes)
The tape explains:
How heat stress can lead to heat exhaustion and heat stroke
Lists preventative measures
Demonstrates first aid for heat strokes  


170 HEAT STRESS
(Safety Watch - 1994 - 8 minutes)
On-the-job safety tips to avoid heat rash, heat cramps, heat exhaustion and heat stroke.  


171 HEAT STRESS
(Safety Watch - 1996 - 10 minutes - Humorous)
A light-hearted video dealing with the signs and symptoms of heat stress.  


172 HEAT STRESS
(Long Island - 12 minutes)
Working in hot environments with strenuous physical activity causes heat reactions in the body.
Teach workers how to protect themselves with:
Eating, drinking and dressing to manage heat
First aid for heat stress and stroke  


173 THE HEIMLICH MANEUVER
(Safety Shorts - 5 minutes)
Properly performed, the Heimlich Maneuver can save a choking victim's life. A guide to correct technique.  


174 HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE
(13 minutes)
Understand and learn about hypertension, the causes, and working with health care professionals to change your lifestyle and avoid this problem.  


175 HOME AIR CARE: INDOOR AIR & YOUR HEALTH
(1995 - 12 minutes)
This video covers various indoor air pollutants, including secondhand smoke, and provides simple tips for reducing exposures in the home.  


176 HYPERTENSION: HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE
(Safety Shorts - 5 minutes)
The first symptom of hypertension is often death. Hypertension contributes to one million deaths per year. Find out how to know whether you have it and how you can stop it.  


177 IT'S YOUR BACK!
(Long Island - 33 minutes)
This video is packed with lively, interactive state-of-the-art information. Includes on-screen pop quizzes:
--Proper sitting, standing, walking and sleeping positions
--Proper lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, squatting and bending
--Stretching and warming up  


178 KILLER BEES, WASPS AND SPIDERS
(Long Island - 37 minutes)
Train employees to protect themselves from these insects. Covers when and why a bee is likely to attack; how to defend oneself; treatment for bee stings and spider bites; recognizing allergic reactions.  


179 LETTING GO OF STRESS
(1998 - 26 minutes)
Guides participants through a progressive relaxation of the whole body to promote feelings of peace and well-being using deep breathing, acupressure, self-massage and simple stretches. Also provides practical tips on how to lead a simpler, lighter and more restful lifestyle.  


180 LIFTING
(Keller - 1998 - 12 minutes)
This video demonstrates proper, back protecting techniques for lifting and moving objects. It explains how to stretch and includes injury-preventing tips. Also reminds employees to use proper lifting techniques at home as well as at work.  


181 LYME DISEASE
(Safety Shorts - 5 minutes)
Lyme disease is a potentially serious illness transmitted through the bite of a tick. Learn how to recognize Lyme's symptoms and how to prevent it. Key training points: symptoms, treatment and prevention.  


182 LYME DISEASE: DANGER IN THE GRASS
(Long Island - 13 minutes)
Train with accurate, clear information about Lyme Disease, a potentially paralyzing condition, with this presentation from ABC's 20/20.  


183 MAINLINE
(1990 - 16 minutes)
This U.S. Department of Labor Production shows us how recreational drug use can jeopardize on-the-job safety.  


184 MAKE THE RIGHT CALL
(1994 - 18 minutes)
This video describes the proper steps to take in making a 911 emergency call.  


185 MAKING HEALTHY CHOICES: SAFE & HEALTHY LIFESTYLES
(Safety Watch - 1995 - 14 minutes)
With some basic information people can make healthier decisions about the food they eat and the activities in which they participate. A healthy diet should be low in proteins and fat and high in complex carbohydrates and fiber. Good diet and exercise can affect job performance and health.  


186 MEDICAL MONITORING: HOW IT WORKS
(Safety Watch - 1995 - 8 minutes)
--Medical exams can provide a baseline and assessment tool
--Early detection can significantly reduce health risks  


187 "MY KIDS" ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY: WHAT EVERY PARENT SHOULD KNOW
(25 minutes)
This video provides timely information and helpful prevention tips on environmental health risks for children including lead poisoning, pesticides, overexposure to the sun, and air quality.  


188 NUTRITION
(ITS - 1995 - 12 minutes)
Give your employees skills that will help them to fuel their body for success.  


189 OUTDOOR SAFETY - CRITTERS AND PLANTS
(Safety Shorts - 5 minutes)
The beauty and tranquillity of the outdoor world may be dangerously deceptive to the unwary and uninformed. Two surveyors learn valuable lessons in outdoor safety. Key training points: rabies, snakebite protection, bee stings, mosquitoes, ticks and poison ivy/oak.  


190 OVEREXERTION
(1994 - 10 minutes)
--How body mechanics -- the correct way to move, reach, lift, push and pull -- can keep your back healthy
--Helpful exercises and tips to strengthen your back
--Seven rules for lifting objects to avoid injury and strain  


191 PERSONAL HEALTH & FITNESS
(Safety Watch - 1996 - 10 minutes)
--Proper exercise helps strengthen the mind/body connections
--Physical fitness is based on diet, exercise and sleep...all variables important to good work  


703 POISONING YOUR CHILDREN: THE PERILS OF SECONDHAND SMOKE
(12 minutes)
Because their bodies are changing so quickly, children are more sensitive to toxic cigarette smoke. Major health threats to children if you are any one in your home smokes are ear infections, pneumonia, bronchitis and asthma.  


192 POISONOUS PLANTS
(Long Island - 13 minutes)
Wide range of familiar plants is discussed in this informative video. Includes poison oak and ivy.  


193 PREVENTING BURNOUT
(12 minutes)
Learn to develop strategies and skills so you won't burnout on the job.  


194 SALMONELLA
(Safety Shorts - 5 minutes)
Millions of food poisoning cases occur every year. The common causes of food poisoning are discussed.  


195 SESAME STREET LEAD AWAY! LEAD POISONING PREVENTION PROJECT
(1996 - 15 minutes)
With this lead poisoning awareness video you can help young children practice healthy habits that will keep them safe from lead poisoning and help spread the word about this preventable childhood disease.  


196 SKIN CARE
(1994 - 10 minutes)
How to avoid common skin hazards at home and work
Simple ways to protect skin from irritation and dermatitis
Treating the physical and psychological effects of skin problems  


197 SLIP, SLOP & SLAP
(Safety Shorts - 5 minutes)
Construction workers and others who spend their time working outdoors are exposed to a variety of health risks, including skin cancer. Workers learn how to recognize the disease and simple preventative precautions.  


198 SMOKING
(Safety Shorts - 5 minutes)
Each year millions of smokers attempt to kick the habit. Popular methods of quitting and their effectiveness are covered.  


199 SMOKING AT WORK
(Safety Watch - 1995 - 5 minutes)
--Your employer has an obligation to create and maintain a healthful work environment
--Second-hand smoke has been documented to pose a significant health risk  


702 STEPS FOR SAFE LIFTING & CARRYING
(10 minutes)
Employees need to realize that every time they lift or carry something - on or off the job - they could be putting their backs at risk.
This video covers:
Proper lifting techniques
Muscle strain; tilt tests
Necessary PPE for lifting  


200 STRESS MANAGEMENT
(12 minutes)
This very important video gives all the information needed to handle and control stress. Some factors that are discussed: acceptance, coping and action.  


201 STRESS IN THE WORKPLACE
(Safety Shorts - 5 minutes)
The causes of stress and ways to deal with it are discussed. Key training points: physical damage, immune system, smoking, alcohol and ways to relieve stress.  


202 STRIKE ONE FOR SAFETY
(Safety Shorts - 5 minutes)
Bone and joint injuries can occur at work or at play. Learn the proper steps and techniques to deal with these injuries.  


203 SUN SAFETY: A GROWING HEALTH CONCERN
(1999 - 11 minutes)
This video provides information on the health effects from overexposure to the sun, types of skin cancers, the UV index, and preventative sun safety practices.  


204 SURVIVING THE FLU & COLD SEASON
(Safety Watch - 1995 - 11 minutes)
Follow proper hygiene practices
Flu shots can reduce your chances of getting the flu  


205 TICKS: DISEASE PREVENTION
(Long Island - 16 minutes)
Increase awareness of tick-related diseases. Motivate and instruct employees how to prevent bites, inspect for and remove ticks.  


206 TIMING IS EVERYTHING
(Safety Shorts - 5 minutes)
Shiftwork can be hazardous because it interferes with the body's natural daily rhythm. Workers are alerted to the potential dangers of shiftwork and how to avoid accidents.  


207 TUBERCULOSIS: OLD DISEASE NEW THREAT
(Long Island - 13 minutes)
All healthcare workers should be made aware of the risks of exposure to tuberculosis and must be knowledgeable of the methods and precautions that need to be taken to prevent transmission  


208 UNDER THE INFLUENCE: ALCOHOL IN THE WORKPLACE
(Safety Watch - 1995 - 7 minutes)
Alcohol use impairs judgment, decreases awareness, lengthens reaction time and is a health and safety concern. If a drinking problem exists, getting help is important.

209 WEIGHT MANAGEMENT
(ITS - 1992 - 12 minutes)
Discusses the three keys to weight loss: exercise, wise nutritional choices and attitude. Successful weight management is a lifetime skill.  


210 WELLNESS
(ITS - 1992 - 15 minutes)
Wellness results from making many small changes in lifestyle - changes that can have a big effect on your performance, happiness and length of life.

211 WORKSTATION ADJUSTMENT
(Keller - 1998 - 8 minutes)
With this video you can encourage employees to adjust their workstations to achieve the right fit for them. Video shows stretching exercises employees can do to relieve tension. Also provides tips on how to reduce eye strain and back pressure.  


212 YOUR HEART: AN OWNERS' MANUAL
(Safety Shorts - 5 minutes)
Tightness in the chest may signal a heart attack that has gone too far. Learn what can be done to reduce the chance of a heart attack. Key training points: smoking, obesity, high blood pressure, exercise and diet.    
 

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