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Safety, Health, and Environmental Services Department Revised November 2007

PUBLIC SAFETY PROGRAM

RESOURCE CATALOG

Programs, Brochures, Videos,

and Other Educational Materials

www.northwesternenergy.com or 1-800-440-2497 Safety, Health, and Environmental Services Department Revised October 2004

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INTRODUCTION

Promoting safety is an important part of NorthWestern Energy’s public service commitment. NorthWestern Energy attempts to prevent all accidents by doing our best to warn people of the potential dangers of working or playing near electric and natural gas lines and facilities. To help accomplish this goal, this catalog is provided and gives descriptions of the different materials offered. NorthWestern Energy offers a variety of educational resources and informs all members of the Public, of Electric and Natural Gas hazards. NWE safety educators provide classroom programs to school children targeting the first, third, and fifth grades. Safety educators and other Company professionals offer safety programs to adult audiences, as well. Prepared programs are offered for all school grades in addition to adult audiences. These programs are designed to be presented by teachers and group leaders. Also, many pamphlets, brochures, and posters are available. Everything in this catalog is provided free of charge to individuals, schools, and organizations within NWE’s service territory. Most items are complementary and yours to keep. The videos listed are for loan only. NorthWestern Energy will check out videos for a two-week period and requests the borrower return them in a timely manner so others may also benefit from their use.


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TABLE OF CONTENTS TOPIC PAGE How to Order from this Catalog........................................................................................................... 3 How to Return Loaned Items .............................................................................................................. 3 NorthWestern Energy’s Homepage ...................................................................................................... 3 Prepared Programs ............................................................................................................................ 4 Classroom Programs........................................................................................................................... 6 Adult Programs.................................................................................................................................. 7 Pamphlets, Brochures, and Other Educational Materials......................................................................... 8 Video Catalog ................................................................................................................................. 9 Administration and Management ......................................................................................................... 10 Animals and Insects ........................................................................................................................... 10 Attitude and Motivation ...................................................................................................................... 11 Chemicals/Hazards/Communication/MSDS............................................................................................ 13 Children – Electrical............................................................................................................................ 14 Children Miscellaneous ....................................................................................................................... 16 Children – Natural Gas........................................................................................................................ 18 Confined Space.................................................................................................................................. 19 Contractor Safety............................................................................................................................... 19 Drugs and Alcohol.............................................................................................................................. 20 Electrical Safety – General .................................................................................................................. 21 Electrical Safety – Utility ..................................................................................................................... 22 Emergency Response ......................................................................................................................... 22 Equipment and Machinery (ATV’s, Cranes, Ladders, tools, Etc.).............................................................. 23 Ergonomics ....................................................................................................................................... 24 Falls (tripping, slipping, and falling) ..................................................................................................... 24 Health and Medical............................................................................................................................. 24 Home, Farm/Ranch, and Recreation .................................................................................................... 25 Miscellaneous .................................................................................................................................... 27 Motor Vehicle .................................................................................................................................... 28 Natural Disasters ............................................................................................................................... 28 Natural Gas Safety ............................................................................................................................. 29 Office Safety...................................................................................................................................... 31 Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) ................................................................................................. 32 Prepared Programs ............................................................................................................................ 32 Respiratory Protection ........................................................................................................................ 33 Trees ................................................................................................................................................ 33 Trenching and Shoring ....................................................................................................................... 34 Weather............................................................................................................................................ 35 Wellness and Fitness .......................................................................................................................... 36


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HOW TO ORDER FROM THIS CATALOG You may order any of these materials, free of charge: 1. By phone: Call our Resource Center at 800-440-2497 to place your order. 2. By email: The Resource Center at [email protected]

HOW TO RETURN LOANED ITEMS Most materials are yours to keep. However, our videos are loaned to you for a two-week period. To return the video, just apply the postage paid return address label to the black plastic mailing case and place it in the nearest mailbox.

THE NWE HOME PAGE Please visit our web page at http://www.northwesternenergy.com for more educational materials and information on Public Safety.


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PUBLIC PROGRAM PREPARED PROGRAMS These packaged programs are designed for delivery by teachers or group leaders. Generally, school programs include a teacher’s guide, a video or booklet, and an activity to reinforce learning; adult programs include presenters’ guides, a video, and take home materials. The programs are geared to age-appropriate audiences. A synopsis of each program is given below. Pre-School, Kindergarten: KENNY’S CURIOUS ADVENTURES - A

storybook is used to tell the story of Kenny, who is curious about electricity and learns important safety rules. A lesson plan, “Kenny” storybook, coloring pages, and stickers are included.

First grade: OUCH THE OUTLET - (45 minutes) A bigger-than-life puppet introduces young children to basic concepts of electricity and its safe use at home. A poster, activity books, and crayons are provided.

Third grade: LOUIE THE LIGHTNING BUG - (45 minutes) Louie

sings his way through this entertaining video that describes how electricity is generated, transmitted, and distributed, and emphasizes important electrical safety rules. A teacher’s kit and activity books are included with this program.


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PUBLIC PROGRAM Sixth grade through high school and adult audiences: CO: SILENT AND DEADLY - A video, lesson plan, “Carbon Monoxide, Silent, Deadly” brochures the teacher or presenter in enforcing the importance of prevention, detection, and symptoms of Carbon Monoxide (CO) poisoning. Adult audiences: ELECTRICITY 101: A COURSE IN ELECTRICAL HAZARD AWARENESS - A video, lesson plan, and booklets assist the presenter in emphasizing the importance of basic electrical safety rules. Topics include a definition of electricity, how it’s generated and transmitted, the concept of path to ground, and electrical hazards and how to avoid them.


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PUBLIC PROGRAM CLASSROOM PROGRAMS NorthWestern Energy ’s safety educators offer two classroom presentations about electrical safety. These presentations feature videos, and models. These programs target third, and fourth or fifth grade audiences. The presentations are available to large schools on an annual basis and to small schools (less than 100 total students) every other year. Due to the large size of NorthWestern Energy’s service territory, presentations must be scheduled in advance. Contact our Resource Center at 1-800-440-2497 or click on the link to complete our program request form. Third grade: LOUIE THE LIGHTNING BUG - (45 minutes) Louie sings his way through this entertaining video that describes how electricity is generated, transmitted, and distributed, and emphasizes important electrical safety rules. A teacher’s kit and activity books are included with this program.

Fourth or Fifth grade: ELECTRICITY 101 - (60 minutes) A video and

demonstration model are used to vividly illustrate the importance of outdoor electrical safety. Students receive rulers.


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PUBLIC PROGRAM ADULT PROGRAMS: Invite one of NorthWestern Energy’s representatives to present a live electrical safety demonstration for your group or organization. Due to the large size of our service territory, presentations must be scheduled in advance. Contact our Resource Center at 1-800-440-2497 or email us at [email protected] for more information. Emergency Response Personnel, Contractors, Municipalities, Civic, and other large groups: ELECTRICITY 101 – Our demonstration model vividly demonstrates electrical and natural gas safety messages. This exciting presentation is in great demand by a wide variety of audiences, so reserve your demonstration well in advance.


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PUBLIC PROGRAM PAMPHLETS, BROCHURES, AND OTHER MATERIALS NorthWestern Energy’s Public Safety Resource Center offers a wide variety of printed materials to educate the public about the potential dangers of working or playing near electric and natural gas lines. We offer booklets, brochures, coloring pages, posters, and stickers. We provide materials for contractors, construction companies, first responders (fire, ambulance and police departments), general adult audiences, and children of all ages. We provide information on the following topics:

Unless you know what’s down below…Don’t Dig 120° is Plenty Carbon Monoxide Silent, Deadly Fly Safely Bookmark Electric and Natural Gas Safety @ Home and Work Freezing to Death on a Sunny Day Baby Bookmark We’re making a big stink about safety – scratch and sniff A line or two when you’re buying trees Trees for Montana – Their size – Where they grow Overhead Power Line Safety for Contractors Safety Information for First Responders Winter survival

Our inventories change continuously as we add exciting new materials and delete other outdated items. Just call us, email us, fill out the enclosed postcard form with a description of your groups needs and our Resource Center will customize a package of materials for your use. For those customers who have access to the internet, some of our materials are available on our website at www.northwesternenergy.com . Please download any items of interest to you.


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VIDEO CATALOG

CATALOG DESCRIPTION

TYPE CATALOG # TITLE MINUTES DESCRIPTION

ADMINISTRATION AND MANAGEMENT

S1 0120 SAFETY HOUSEKEEPING AND ACCIDENT PREVENTION

15 Good safety housekeeping significantly reduces the risk of accidents and injuries in the workplace. This program shows employees how to pay special attention to housekeeping considerations. It encourages them to develop a "Safety First" state of mind - learning to recognize potentially hazardous conditions and becoming very familiar with the risks involved in their jobs. Correct operating procedures when handling tools, chemicals, and personal protective equipment are shown.

ANIMALS AND INSECTS

S2 0200 ANIMAL AWARENESS: DRIVING IN THE WEST

14 This video points out where drivers are most likely to see wildlife and explains precautions drivers can take to avoid hitting animals.

S2 0201 DOG BITE PREVENTION 15 Dog bites pose a serious threat to the health and safety of service personnel, mail carriers and pedestrians. This program utilizes the advice of animal behavior specialists and trainers to discuss ways in which people can protect themselves from aggression.

S2 0202 DOG BITE PREVENTION: "I Thought You Said He Didn't Bite"

17 This video explains how to be prepared and cautious when approaching a dog. It illustrates dog body language and recommended actions if threatened or attacked by a dog. Additionally, an explanation of how to handle dog bites is given.

S2 0203 ON YOUR OWN (DOGS) 16 Music, lyrics, and humor are used to remind viewers that their safety comes first on the job. It promotes paying attention to all safety hazards and gives tips on how to deal with dogs.

S2 0204 DOG BITE SAFETY 13 How-To-Training Points: How to identify a potentially dangerous situation. How to understand and predict dog behavior. How your actions and behaviors are interpreted by the animal. How to interpret the actions of the dog. How to react when confronted by an unfamiliar animal. If your employees come into regular contact with dogs, they need to be able to recognize when they are in danger of an attack. Knowing what actions to take - and not to take - can mean the difference between their safety and serious injury. This video combines humor and live animal footage to teach employees positive ways to avoid bites while on the job. Most dog bites can be avoided by simply reading the situation and understanding dog behavior.

S2 0207 WILL HE BITE? 15 This video provides good information about determining a dog's sensitivity and how you should react to it.

S2 0208 WATCH THAT DOG 15 This video describes the signs indicating a dog is in the yard, and what five dog breeds are potentially vicious. Additionally, it recognizes different types of dog behaviors and how to protect yourself if attacked. In addition to the video, a workbook is also included.

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ATTITUDE AND MOTIVATION

S3 0301 IT ALWAYS HAPPENS TO THE OTHER GUY

20 This classic video, designed for the heavy equipment operator, shows situations where the "other" guy gets in an accident. It contains common sense reminders, such as knowing where the other guy is and wearing seat belts to remind workers to put safety first.

S3 0303 RESPONSIBILITY TO ACT 22 This video is a compelling story that encourages its viewers to take the "responsibility to act." A fire disaster at a school is used to illustrate the importance of seeing, questioning, reasoning and acting in order to avoid accidents and the lament, "if only I had."

S3 0305 IT ONLY TAKES A SECOND 3 This video is designed to grab the viewer's attention and focus their thoughts on safety. The video is an excellent tool to set the stage for discussion on nearly any safety issue.

S3 0306 STRESS AND SAFETY 14 This interesting video helps the audience to understand the link between how people handle stress and their ability to stay safe -- both on the job and off. The video illustrates people who allow stress to control them and explains what stress does to the human body. It gives specific steps to take to reduce or control stress and work more safely as a result; such as healthful lifestyle choices, time-management strategies and tension-relieving exercises.

S3 0307 WHAT'S IT GOING TO COST? 9 This short, explicit video begins with a contractor in a phone booth lamenting all the calls he must make to utilities before digging. A variety of catastrophic accidents are then portrayed, and some of the costs that the contractor will be held responsible for are touched on.

S3 0308 REMEMBER CHARLIE 56 Not just a title but a call to action, Remember Charlie captures the audience with a common language accidents do not happen to me: Accidents happen to someone else. A motivating storyteller, Charlie Morecraft recreates his near-fatal accident in engaging detail. With the audience on the edge of their seats, Charlie drives home the importance of following safety procedures. Everyone wakes up to the high cost of an accident not only to themselves but to their family. Seldom are people confronted by real consequences of an abuse in safety practices. If you and your employees Remember Charlie you will remember to follow safety procedures.

S3 0309 IFICOULDAWOULDASHOULDA 5 How does it feel to know you have gambled with safety - and lost? As Harvey falls to his fate, he looks at what he could have, should have and would have done to avoid his fatal fall.

S3 0310 PEER PRESSURE 5 Peer pressure in the workplace can cause us to ignore vital safety practices. Learn how to identify and deal with pressure from peers. What are the positive and detrimental aspects of peer pressure and how they can help and hurt you? (In the telling of the story, forklift operators are told to avoid using their forks to give people a "lift" without the proper attachments.)

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ATTITUDE AND MOTIVATION

S3 0311 LOOKING OUT FOR NUMBER ONE

19 This video was developed to convince employees that safety awareness is in their own best interest. It presents a positive pro-active message of basic prevention and protection principles by using re-enactments of actual accidents and testimonies from workers.

S3 0312 SAFETY - EVERYONE'S RESPONSIBILITY

46 Once you have seen Charlie, you will ask him to return. Safety - Everyone's Responsibility is the powerful follow-up to Remember Charlie. This presentation highly motivates workers and management to work as a team and not as adversaries, ultimately creating a safer work environment. He defines the real working heroes - the ones who follow safety procedures. Through his dynamic presence, Charlie motivates audience members to take responsibility for their own actions and their own safety, because what we do affects the lives of everyone around us.

CHEMICALS / HAZARD COMMUNICATION / MSDS

S4 0406 CHEMICALS: HANDLE WITH CARE

12 This video dramatically illustrates the potential hazard of working with chemicals via four short vignettes: A line splices working underground ignores dangerous lead vapors until his son eats lead paint chips at home. This makes him realize the danger he is being exposed to on a daily basis. A mechanic who did not wear PPE while working with a caustic substance suffers irreparable damage. Workers discuss the dangers of gases in a dramatic situations involving a young person at home who mixes chlorine bleach and ammonia and is overtaken by fumes. An auto mechanic takes short cuts resulting in a disastrous explosion.

S4 0424 ASBESTOS: SMALL-SCALE, SHORT DURATION ACTIVITIES PART I

26 This audiovisual program outlines the following: preliminary precautions such as evaluating the job, prevention of others from entering the workspace, wearing the appropriate PPE. Pipe insulation removal: 1 - Removing short sections of insulation; 2 - Removing sections with insulation intact; decontamination and clean up.

S4 0425 ASBESTOS: SMALL-SCALE, SHORT DURATION ACTIVITIES PART II

26 The second part of this program deals with replacing flange gaskets; A: Glove bag technique; B: Non-glove bag technique; C: Decontamination and clean-up, replacing pump and valve packing, and working above suspended ceilings. Inspection, testing, installation and removal activities, removal of small quantities of insulation are also discussed.

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CHEMICALS / HAZARD COMMUNICATION / MSDS

S4 0426 ASBESTOS: UNDERSTANDING THE HAZARDS

25 This video offers a thorough discussion of the potential health hazards involved in working with asbestos and the precautions necessary to reduce the incidence of exposure. The program discusses the way asbestos fibers can enter the human body and describes how these fibers can harm tissue and cause disabling or life threatening diseases. The program warns that individuals who smoke and work with asbestos have a greater risk of developing asbestosis or other lung diseases. Appropriate work practices, proper protective equipment and tools are also covered.

S4 0427 CHEMICAL SPILL RESPONSE KIT 15 This video discusses two different types of chemical spills and the proper procedures for containing and cleaning them up. It explains what to do when you know the exact type of chemical that has been spilled, followed by a review of what steps to take when a chemical of an unknown nature has been spilled, and demonstrates how to contain and clean up both types of spills while minimizing the risk to people and the environment.

CHILDREN - ELECTRICAL

P3 7302 ELECTRIC CURRENTS AND CIRCUITS

17 Clearly illustrated with real-life applications and demonstrations, this video shows how energy is continually transferred by electric currents through intricate networks of circuits. The concepts of power, current, resistance, voltage, series, and parallel circuits are also presented.

P3 7304 LEARNING ABOUT ELECTRICITY 16 Exciting demonstrations and experiments performed by kids, animated diagrams, and examples from everyday life illustrate the nature of electricity. Throughout the video, vocabulary words are superimposed on the screen as they are explained. Students learn to recognize, isolate, and remember such important concepts as static and current electricity, proton, electron, neutral, attract, repel, positive, negative, generator, conductor, insulator, and circuit. This video will generate lots of interest in electricity.

P3 7305 OUR INVISIBLE FRIEND - ELECTRICITY

17 What do we really know about the invisible friend that lights our homes, powers our appliances, and runs our factories? Many of us are ignorant about electricity, and as a result, we put ourselves in dangerous situations every day. This video on electrical safety in the home depicts true situations to help us understand how our electrical systems work and where danger lurks.

P3 7306 SAFETY AT HOME: ELECTRICITY 20 Electricity is one of our most important but most ignored sources of power. Neglectful or thoughtless use of electricity can be dangerous and even fatal. This film instructs adults with dramatic vignettes how to live safely with electricity in their homes and provides them with important safety rules.

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P3 7307 SAM'S MOST ELECTRIFYING ACCOUNT

25 This fast-paced program introduces a zany team of lifelike puppets whose antics both entertain and inform. Students learn how electricity is made, used, and how it helps to create a better future. Historical footage showing life before electricity is contrasted with live action and factual updates on the value of electricity. Topics such as how a power plant works, fuel supplies, energy conservation, alternative energy sources, and environmental compatibility are discussed.

P3 7309 STATIC AND CURRENT ELECTRICITY

16 Carefully performed experiments and animated demonstrations lead students to a clear understanding of the causes, effects, and application of static charges and their relation to an electric current and a complete circuit.

P3 7310 WHERE THE LITTLE LIGHTBULB GETS ITS JUICE

5 Youngsters learn how electricity is generated and transmitted as they watch this engaging, animated video. A perennial favorite, this video acquaints children with the many uses of electricity and how it travels.

P3 7311 THE ELECTRIC DREAMS OF THOMAS EDISON - A GUIDE TO INDOOR ELECTRIC SAFETY

14 These two exciting videos on indoor and outdoor electrical safety feature bright dialogue and impressive visual effects to teach lifesaving concepts.

P3 7312 THE ELECTRIC DREAMS OF THOMAS EDISON - A GUIDE TO OUTDOOR ELECTRIC SAFETY

14 These two exciting videos on indoor and outdoor electrical safety feature bright dialogue and impressive visual effects to teach lifesaving concepts.

P3 7313 ELECTRICAL SAFETY FROM A TO ZAP

10 An animated cat and mouse make delightful tour guides as they reveal the marvels and dangers of electricity in the home and neighborhood. Hazards such as electricity with water, short circuits, switches, outlets, and frayed insulation are illustrated. This video teaches that what's needed for safety is understanding and respect.

P3 7314 I'M NO FOOL WITH ELECTRICITY (NEW VERSION)

15 Jiminy Cricket introduces this updated video, which features the Disney characters Pinocchio and Geppetto as they explore indoor and outdoor safety with electricity. Scenes from home and special effects clearly illustrate each safety rule. The film fosters a healthy respect for potential dangers of electricity and teaches appropriate safety behavior around it.

P3 7315 VOLTON 22 Volton, a computer generated personification of electricity, leads the audience into the world of electricity through animated travel via power lines. With incredible special effects, Volton explains how electricity is produced and distributed, illustrates how to avoid becoming part of electricity's path to the ground, and demonstrates appropriate responses to emergency situations.

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P3 7316 ZAP RAP 15 This exciting electrical safety awareness program introduces junior high school students to the wonders and dangers of electricity. The video speaks to teenagers in their own language and uses flashy, contemporary visuals and special effects to explain electricity and how it is generated, transmitted, and distributed. This fast-paced video both entertains and educates, while encouraging respect for the power of electricity.

P3 7317 DEADLY PLAYGROUND - CHILDREN & SUBSTATIONS

10 The Deadly Playground video recreates an electric contact incident that occurred when a child gained access into an electric utility's substation. The incident involved a group of young boys playing baseball in a field adjacent to a substation. One of the boys hit the ball over the fence and into the substation yard. Another boy slipped between the entrance gates to retrieve the ball. Once inside the substation, he spotted a frisbee on the top of a support structure. He climbed the structure to retrieve the frisbee and made contact with an energized 20,000-volt potential transformer. He received third-degree burns over 60 percent of his body.

P3 7318 DANGER WITHIN - CHILDREN & PADMOUNT TRANSFORMERS

10 This video involves a four-year old child that discovered an open padmount transformer in the back of an apartment complex. She reached into the cabinet and made contact with 7600 volts. Her injuries resulted in the loss of her toes and an arm. The transformer cabinet was not locked, the primary door was not secured with a locking a bolt, and the fiber barrier was missing.

CHILDREN - MISCELLANEOUS

P6 1801 GASOLINE AND GAS WATER HEATERS JUST DON'T MIX

9 This documentary examines the prevention elements that could have saved a family home. Through interviews with family members and vivid footage, it shows how gas vapors can travel to ignition sources, resulting in a catastrophe.

P6 7600 DARE TO SAY "NO" 16 Saying "no" to drugs is difficult especially for young people who want acceptance from their peers. Through dramatizations featuring young people in conflict, this program presents reasons why kids should resist peer pressure, refuse drugs, and dare not to follow the crowd just to fit in. The video encourages young people to say "no" to drugs and alcohol and suggests more rewarding activities.

P6 7601 EMF: IN PROPER PERSPECTIVE 31 This "news magazine" format provides an in-depth look at current questions and evidence concerning EMF (electromagnetic fields). The film defines EMF and explains where and how it occurs. Through contemporary interviews, expert opinions and perspectives from researchers and scientists on EMF and health are featured.

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P6 7602 HOW STREET PROOF ARE YOU? 28 This involving program examines a broad range of safety concerns - including safe play areas, safe travel, telling a responsible adult of one's whereabouts, avoiding strangers, and saying "no" to peer pressure. The video also shows children how to size up a situation and act quickly in an emergency. By actively involving students in periodic "quizzes," the video helps students realize how much they already know and what else they need to learn about being "street proof." This video proves to students that they can have all the fun they want and still stay safe.

P6 7603 INVOLVING YOUNG PEOPLE IN THE REDUCTION OF HIGHWAY FATILITIES

15 This video shows teens educating the crash dummies on the Safety Star Process Check list. Topics include checking to make sure that everyone wears a seatbelt, and being courteous while driving and using turn signals. Always remember to reward with a thank you.

P6 7604 NEVER SAY YES TO A STRANGER

20 Through animation and dramatization, this video raises kids' awareness of real world hazards. After defining who a stranger is, the video illustrates the many ways potentially dangerous strangers try to trick children into going with them. The video takes a strong approach to teaching children how to say "NO!" and how to question authority when necessary. In today's world, the model child who is always polite and obedient is no longer the ideal child, but the perfect victim. This video is based on the book having the same title.

P6 7605 STAYING HOME ALONE 15 Designed for children who stay home alone after school, this video contains many tips on how to enter the house, answer the door and telephone, safely prepare snacks, handle arguments with siblings, and much more. The video helps parents determine if a child is ready to start staying home alone and what the child needs to know when an emergency occurs.

P6 7606 WHEN YOU'RE HOME ALONE 8 Charger the Power Dog teaches children what to do when they are home alone: know emergency phone numbers, never play with matches, and don't overload outlets. Make sure you have smoke alarms and have a fire escape route to exit the house.

P6 7607 EVERY DOG'S GUIDE TO COMPLETE HOME SAFETY

10 This hilarious animated video introduces an endearing screen hero, a dog-called Wally. Not an ordinary mutt, Wally is "a professional" trained in home safety. He is proud of his vocation and anxious to show his stuff on his first assignment in a home with an infant whose parents have no safety consciousness. Accidents and near accidents succeed each other with lightning speed. Relentlessly determined, Wally intervenes in the nick of time. However, even his speed and ingenuity can't forestall one final crisis. Pride miffed and his notions of safety outraged, the indomitable Wally gathers the shreds of his dignity and manages to escape with the baby.

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P6 7608 SOOPER PUPPY: FLYING HIGH 17 Grandpa teaches Baxter that there is a difference between real fun, which contributes to growth, and "fake fun," which is an illusion manufactured by drugs. Illustrating how success in life requires work and imagination not medications, this important program inspires children to search within themselves for happiness and to recognize that those who prefer drugs cannot be friends.

CHILDREN - NATURAL GAS

P4 7401 SAFE & WISE USE OF NATURAL GAS

11 Each of these videos is a takeoff on a familiar children's story with captivating puppets and animated appliances. Go for Safety emphasizes safety around natural gas appliances while The Three Little Pigs stresses the wise use of energy.

P4 7402 WONDER OF NATURAL GAS 17 This entertaining overview of natural gas takes place in a coed science classroom. The teacher, "Mr. Warren," uses cartoon character voices, hip humor, and every conceivable prop from a cutting torch to a live skunk to explain the principles of natural gas. He packs in seven experiments that illustrate gas properties such as composition, weight, odor, and compressibility. Prompted by Mr. Warren’s scientific wizardry, one of his pun-loving students declares Mr. Warren himself "a natural gas."

CONFINED SPACE

S5 0501 MANHOLE SAFETY 20 The video explains four different scenarios in which telephone utility employees are seriously hurt or die as a result of confined space entry. The scenarios specifically deal with hazards encountered in the telephone utility area; however, they could happen with similar circumstances in the electric or gas utility industries. An explanation of utilizing forced ventilation to clear a space is also given during the tape.

S5 0502 CONFINED SPACE ENTRY 29 Confined spaces pose unique problems, such as the potential for engulfment by materials in and around the space, toxic or restricted air supply and entrapment hazards. This video addresses the dangers of working in confined spaces and how to work in and around them. It also reviews OSHA's (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) regulations with particular attention to how "Entry Permits" are prepared and used.

S5 0503 CONFINED SPACE ENTRY: A RETRAINING PROGRAM

15 This program has been specifically designed to reawaken employee’s awareness of how to work safely in and around confined spaces. It assumes that employees will remember basic information given to them in their initial Confined Space Entry Training, and acts as a refresher/reminder about selected important information.

S5 0504 "LIMITED SPACES: ATTICS, BASEMENTS AND CRAWL SPACES"

5 Working in attics, basement, and crawl spaces can be dangerous. Know the hazards before entering, and take appropriate precautions.

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CONTRACTOR SAFETY (see also Falls, Trenching, and Equipment)

P1 7100 A BRIGHT ARC: A VIDEO GUIDE TO POWERLINE SAFETY

11 This video deals with the dangers of working near overhead and underground power lines. It shows, through dramatic footage and computer animation, what can happen if you or someone on your job site accidentally contacts an energized power line. A Bright Arc emphasizes safety through planning. It gives particular advice on: how to avoid contact, what minimum clearance distances are required, and what to do if you accidentally contact a power line. If you work near power lines and are involved in the construction trades or operate equipment, watch " A Bright Arc." The information it contains could save your life. When you work near power lines, you have to do the job right the first time. With high voltage electricity you do not get a second chance.

P1 7101 CONTRACTOR SAFETY GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

19 This video will help train all workers on specific safety regulations. It covers slips, trips and falls, fire, confined space entry, hotwork, trenching and shoring, lockout tagout, chemical process safety and handling hazardous materials.

P1 7102 ONE TOO MANY 15 The construction industry gets the point across that below-average accidents in the workplace are not good enough. A fall from a ladder costs one man his life, thus the title: One Too Many. The industry must strive for an accident-free environment.

P1 7103 POWER LINE SAFETY ESSENTIALS FOR CONTRACTORS

23 This video is recommended for all power providers. Video segments include: heavy construction equipment most likely to contact power lines, concrete pump rigs, antennas and high loads. It discusses planning the job to avoid power line contact, mechanical equipment and preventive measures, what to do when power line contact occurs, and downed power lines and underground utility safety.

P1 7104 POWER AND SPACE: THE TEN FOOT CIRCLE OF SAFETY

8 This video discusses keeping the proper clearance distances between overhead lines, construction equipment, tools, and materials.

P1 7105 CONTRACTOR BEWARE 15 This contemporary live-action video features real people hurt on the job like U.S. Olympian Cliff Meidl. This video is an effective safety-training tool for anyone working near overhead or underground power lines. Comprehensive, easy-to-distribute safety kits allow you to reach all the contractors in your service territory. Call 800.428.5837 for more information.

DRUGS AND ALCOHOL

S6 0600 ALCOHOL AND THE COMMERCIAL DRIVER

12 This video depicts how drinking just two beers affects a driver's abilities.

S6 0603 DRUG USE AND ABUSE 8 This short video discusses different drugs and their effect on the human body. Employees who abuse drugs are 3 times more likely to be absent from work. The video discusses several drugs and their effect on the human body.

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DRUGS AND ALCOHOL

S6 0604 IDENTIFICATION OF DRUG ABUSE IN THE WORKPLACE

21 This video consists of five segments, which include the following: responsibilities of the supervisor, drugs and their effects, short and long term indicators. Initiating, substantiating and documenting the referral, approaching and interacting with employees is also discussed.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY - GENERAL

S7 0701 LOCKOUT TAGOUT KIT 20 This program is in line with OSHA standard 29CFR 1910, which went into effect in 1990. It requires all employees to establish an energy control program on how to lock out and tag out machinery and equipment when they are undergoing service or maintenance.

S7 0706 ELECTRICITY...THE UNSEEN DANGER

22 This dramatic video explains the basic principles of electricity and some typical sources and effects of electrical injuries. The video reviews several different accident situations and the preventative measures that should have been taken. Emergency procedures for electric shock victims are also covered.

S7 0707 TOWER RESCUE 8 Live footage of the successful rescue of two young boys by fire fighters is depicted in this video. A ten-year-old autistic boy climbs a 230,000-volt electrical tower. The boy's 17-year-old brother climbs the tower to rescue him and is able to keep him calm until fire fighters arrive.

S7 0708 ELECTRICAL SAFETY AT HOME AND AT WORK

17 This video informs readers how to take precautions and avoid electrical accidents at home and on the job.

S7 0709 ELECTRICITY 101 A COURSE IN ELECTRICAL HAZARD AWARENESS

12 This video is designed to aid schools in teaching electrical safety practices. Note: This video is used in the Safety Invader classroom presentation.

S8 0802 BOOM TRUCK PRIMARY FIRE 12 This video is live footage of a boom truck that came in contact with an electrical line. The line truck is totally destroyed by fire.

S8 0845 I FELT COMFORTABLE 23 This tragic true-life story is about Randy Fellhoelter and the conditions, which led up to his narrow escape from death. Randy tells his dramatic story to an audience of co-workers and its impact can be felt as well as viewed. Randy discusses how our attitude about taking risks can affect our lives and those of our families and friends. Some of the scenes in this high impact video are very graphic and may not be suitable for all audiences. Scenes of Randy’s injuries were taken at the hospital and during his recovery. ALL EMPLOYEES, SUPERVISORS, AND MANAGERS SHOULD SEE THIS VIDEO.

S8 0846 POLE DOWN 10 This video shows footage of an accident scene involving a vehicle, which has struck a utility pole. The improper actions of the responding local utility crew and emergency medical personnel result in an electrical contact to a medical responder.

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EMERGENCY RESPONSE

S9 0901 DERAILMENT DISASTER (HELENA)

20 This video re-enacts the disastrous train derailment that took place in Helena, Montana on February 2, 1989. The train was carrying hazardous materials, some of which exploded. During and after the emergency response, several issues had to be addressed to make certain that should another disaster occur in the future, people involved would have more direction on how to handle certain situations.

S9 0903 DISASTER PREPAREDNESS: WHAT TO DO IF IT HAPPENS

18 Natural or human-caused disasters can strike at any time. Being prepared for any type of disaster helps avoid panic and minimizes the damage and injury. This video outlines five steps you should take to be prepared for disaster and gives specific lifesaving information regarding chemical spills, fires and explosions, floods, hurricanes and tornadoes.

S9 0904 EMERGENCY PUBLIC INFORMATION

15 The video is a compilation of PSA announcements, which prepare viewers on what to do and what supplies to have in case of floods, tornadoes, hurricanes, or winter storm watches or warnings. The video also instructs on water purification and safe water.

S9 0905 FIRST RESPONDER 21 This breakthrough video covers everything professional first responders must know to respond effectively in emergencies involving electricity.

S9 2111 NATURAL GAS EMERGENCY TRAINING- WASHINGTON WATER POWER

17 This video is geared to fire fighters and covers the following gas emergencies: gas burning outside, gas escaping outside, gas escaping inside and gas burning inside. Notify your utility company as soon as possible so efforts are coordinated. The general rule of thumb is "Don't do anything you are not trained to do."

EQUIPMENT AND MACHINERY (ATVS, CRANES, LADDERS, TOOLS, ETC.)

S10 1001 GETTING TO THE TOP: SAFE USE OF LADDERS

19 This video teaches us how to reduce the risks of accidents associated with the use of ladders. The video reviews the various types of ladders, examines their construction, discusses safe work practices for working on ladders and looks at the recommended maintenance and inspection procedures.

S10 1003 STEP-BY-STEP SAFETY TRAINING PROGRAM

30 Louisville Ladder's Step-By-Step ladder safety program will teach employees how to understand and use the warning stickers to each ladder. It will make them aware of the potential hazards involved in ladder usage, and will show them how to choose, inspect, set up, climb and store ladders.

S10 1028 RIGGING AND LIFTING WITH MOBILE CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT

45 Easy to follow advice on correct rigging and handling of unusual loads using mobile construction equipment is included in this video.

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ERGONOMICS

S11 1113 OFFICE ERGONOMICS NON HUMOROUS

11 This video discusses basic ergonomic principles and how they can be applied to our workstations. Topics include: body mechanics, positive work techniques (sitting, standing, lifting), customizing workstations, repetition, tool selection, and exercise.

S11 1115 BASIC ERGONOMICS 5 Ergonomics, the science of matching man to machine is introduced to employees. Ergonomics can affect the working conditions of each employee.

FALLS (tripping, slipping, and falling)

S12 1203 PREVENTING THE FALL 10 Falls from high places frequently cause serious injury or death. Fortunately, personal fall protection equipment can prevent these casualties. Unfortunately, workers often fail to use the equipment they have. Some workers use the proper equipment, but use it incorrectly. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) estimates that these mistakes kill 300 people each year and injure another 5,400. These deaths can be avoided, but only if you, the individual worker, do your part. You're the one who must hook up whenever there is any danger of a fall.

S12 1204 SLIPS, TRIPS & FALLS 17 Falls account for almost 400,000 workplace injuries each year. In more than half of these, the victims slipped, tripped, or fell on the same level where they were walking. Maybe it's a slick surface, a tool left on the floor, or a ladder with a broken step. Preventing slips, trips and falls takes a team effort: Watch for hazards, keep a safety-first attitude. Take action before someone gets hurt.

S12 1208 PREVENTING SLIPS, TRIPS AND FALLS

12 This video is designed to show field workers dangerous situations and appropriate clothing for these situations. Falls are shown in detail. Walking and climbing down dangerous steps and techniques for opening trap doors are explored. Techniques for proper use of ladders are shown.

HEALTH AND MEDICAL

S16 1604 AVOIDING SKIN CANCER 7 Construction workers and others who spend their time working outdoors are exposed to a variety of health risks, including the likelihood of skin cancer. Workers learn how to recognize the disease and simple preventative precautions.

S16 1605 PREVENTING HANTAVIRUS DISEASE

30 In this video people who have survived Hantavirus Disease describe what it is like to have this illness. Also, doctors and scientists who have had first hand experience discuss the most up to date facts covering the following topics: Symptoms, Transmission, Risk Factors, Treatment, and Prevention.

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HOME, FARM / RANCH, AND RECREATION

P5 1010 FARM TRACTOR SAFETY IS NO ACCIDENT

17 This video draws a parallel between the safety checks an airline pilot must perform and those that should be completed by the farm machinery operator. Graphic reenactments of accidents illustrate the importance of safe operation and maintenance of tractors.

P5 7500 DOWNSTREAM DANGER 10 Dams are wonderful recreation areas and can be a safe place to enjoy if you pay attention to warning signs. Even though the area may look harmless, it is very important to understand how quickly things change when dam gates are opened. The video demonstrates what would happen if you were in a canoe or fishing in a restricted area.

P5 7501 THE DROWNING MACHINE 20 This powerful program effectively demonstrates essential fast water rescue techniques. Actual news footage of fatal rescue attempts is utilized with unforgettable impact. This video emphasizes the vital need for training, planning and practice.

P5 7502 ELECTRICAL WIRING FOR LIVESTOCK AND POULTRY STRUCTURES

16 This video illustrates the dangerous electrical problems that arise when improper wiring practices are used in enclosed animal structures. Viewers learn what can create hazardous wiring in swine building, broiler houses, enclosed cattle barns, and other farm buildings. Topics include selection and installation of service entrance panels, cable and conduit, sealed outlet boxes, light fixtures, and electric motors.

P5 7503 FARM AND RANCH ELECTRICAL SAFETY

19 On-site interviews with victims of electrical accidents make this video gripping, informative, and absolutely necessary for those who work or live on a farm or ranch. Wey Simpson, award-winning agriculture reporter and Northwest radio personality, explains proper handling of irrigation equipment, how to safely wire and ground electrical systems, and what to do when the worst happen. Precise instruction on how to avoid electrical accidents and what to do if one occurs are given in a visual, step-by-step format.

P5 7505 LONGFELLOW'S WHALES TALES 13 This realistic video portrays accidents that could and in some cases have happened in water. From unfamiliar lakes to a neighborhood swimming pool, or a swift river, seen and unseen dangers are encountered. Children will learn how to avoid these dangers and stay safe in and around water.

P5 7506 UNDERSTANDING NEUTRAL-TO-EARTH VOLTAGE

16 This outstanding educational program provides a clear, unbiased explanation of the neutral-to-earth or "stray voltage" phenomenon. Using video segments of farm life along with comments from university experts, farmers, and electricians, viewers’ gain a basic understanding of what neutral-to-earth voltage (NEV) is and how it can occur. Supplementing the video segments are animated illustrations clearly explaining possible NEV sources and reasons why dairy cows may be particularly affected.

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HOME, FARM / RANCH, AND RECREATION

P5 7507 WADER SAFETY 15 The video emphasizes practicing wader survival exercises in a swimming pool. If the need arises when using waders, the person will be able to swim with or remove the wader. It also describes how waders can be used to stay afloat.

P5 7508 WATER, THE DECEPTIVE POWER

31 Water is extremely deceptive and dangerous and is discussed in depth in this program. Sometimes people are deceived by water because they are familiar with the area. Currents, drop-offs, and undercurrents are some of the unknowns that often cause many people their lives and serious disabling injuries. To reduce chances of injury, alcohol should be avoided, as well as prolonged exposure to the sun. Life jackets always should be worn. If you are in the water, never assume people in boats can see you just because you can see them. When ice fishing, always make certain of the condition of the ice such as depth and strength. Please make certain that you know what the weather conditions are and if they will be changing.

P5 7509 FARM AND RANCH EQUIPMENT SAFETY

19 Accidents involving equipment happen far too often to farm and ranch people. This video discusses farm and ranch equipment accidents and what can be done to reduce them. Bob Tallman, rodeo personality and the voice behind "The American Farmer" radio program, narrates and discusses important safety considerations. Emergency Medical Technicians discuss accident situations they have experienced and offer advice on accident prevention. Communication strategies for farm and ranch workers are also discussed.

P5 7510 STAY AWAY, STAY ALIVE THE ALLEN KURTZ STORY

6 Even though electricity simplifies our lives and has become a day-to-day necessity, it can be dangerous and unpredictable. Stay Away, Stay Alive tells the story of Allen Kurtz, an Alberta farmer who came in contact with an overhead power line and lived to tell his brave story.

P5 7511 VACATION SAFETY PLAY IT SAFE

11 Vacations are usually fun, but if you don’t plan your vacation with safety in mind, it could be a disaster. This program will give employees some important tips to follow before heading out the door.

MISCELLANEOUS

S18 1803 EGRESS/EXIT SAFETY 5 What a way to die. What if your building has emergency exits, but you can not escape disaster because you can not exit safely? Three key points are covered - obstructions, exit doors, and how to exit safely.

S18 1804 KNIVES AND BOXCUTTERS 5 Knives disable more people than any other hand tool. Learn how to sharpen your skills safely when using knives and box cutters.

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MISCELLANEOUS S18 1806 POWERFUL PROBLEMS /

GROWING SOLUTIONS 15 Reconciling a reliable supply of electric power with the desire to preserve and

protect our trees is more than a dispute between community power needs and individual homeowners. It is an issue that affects the quality of life of entire communities. This video was developed to address this powerful problem and to focus attention on long-term growing solutions.

S18 1807 VACATION SAFETY: PLAY IT SAFE

11 Vacations can be as stressful as they are enjoyable. When you plan ahead and keep safety in mind from the start, you can minimize the problems and maximize the fun. REMEMBER: Get the whole family involved in the planning. Make checklists and travel arrangements in advance. Leave emergency phone numbers with trusted neighbors or friends. Plan for a safe road trip, including checking your vehicle maintenance and securing your vehicle against theft and carjacking. Keep personal safety in mind everywhere you go. Take proper precautions in both hot and cold weather.

MOTOR VEHICLE

S19 1913 GET IT TOGETHER: SEAT BELT SAFETY

14 This video is a training program designed to motivate employees to use the restraint systems provided in their vehicles whenever they drive. The program gives an overview of the grim statistics associated with automobile accidents, explains the anatomy of a crash, describes the difference the use of seat belts can make and summarizes the effectiveness of seat belt and airbag usage.

S19 1914 NIGHT DRIVING 5 At night, driving even familiar streets and highways can become more difficult and dangerous. Safety tips for nighttime driving are shown.

S19 1915 CAR JACKS 5 Changing a flat tire can be a nuisance and a real danger when safety is ignored. A review of safe car jack use is offered.

S19 1916 DRIVING SAFETY 16 Most employees do not see driving as a dangerous activity, yet motor vehicle accidents are the number one cause of death on the job. Overall, each year more than 30,000 lives are lost, and more than one million people are seriously injured from traffic accidents. Because traffic accidents cause so much pain and suffering, (and can even be deadly), employees need to develop safer driving skills. Learning how to minimize the risk involved with driving any type of vehicle, and how to avoid dangerous driving situations are things everyone should know how to do, both on and off the job.

S19 1917 REAL LIFE SAFE DRIVING 18 In real life - and in driving - Awareness of your surroundings in combination with your Attitude dictates your Actions. What are the hazards you face on the road? Are you thinking about safety? What choice will you make? Driving is the most dangerous thing you do. Even though 44,000 people die on our roads each year, most drivers do not give it the respect and focus it needs. When you do most things you share the responsibility with other people. When you operate a motor vehicle, you are 150% in charge. You cannot count on arriving safely unless you focus all your attention and then some.

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NATURAL DISASTERS

S20 0903 DISASTER PREPAREDNESS: WHAT TO DO IF IT HAPPENS

18 Natural or human-caused disasters can strike at any time. Being prepared for any type of disaster helps avoid panic and minimizes the damage and injury that often accompany a disaster. This video outlines five steps you should take to be prepared for disaster and gives specific lifesaving information regarding chemical spills, fires and explosions, floods, hurricanes and tornadoes.

S20 1310 YELLOWSTONE FIRE 11 This video features the heroic efforts of NorthWestern Energy operating crews who had to restore service in the devastating fire of Yellowstone National Park. It illustrates how division offices pitched in to cooperate and assist the Bozeman Division in replacing poles and crucial electrical components.

S20 2000 EARTHQUAKE OF 1989: BACK ON LINE

17 Incredible video footage dramatically illustrates the steps Pacific Gas and Electric had to take to respond to the earthquake which severely hit the San Francisco and Oakland areas of its service territory, causing 1,408,000 electric customers and 156,000 gas customer to lose service. It demonstrates emergency response, the assistance the utility from both the navy and the air force and the dedicated efforts of its employees to repair damage and restore power to its customers.

S20 2001 EARTHQUAKES IN MONTANA 20 This weeklong series on earthquakes in Montana explains that because Montana ranks fourth in the nation in terms of earthquake frequency, we need better awareness and preparedness. Geologic mechanism that create earthquakes are illustrated as well as the types of waves detected by the seismographs. Safety tips such as staying inside; getting away from windows; taking cover beneath sturdy furniture; anchoring bookcases, file cabinets, and computers are given. The series is followed by another news program and commercial, which feature an earthquake drill in a school and emphasize the importance of restraining your water heater.

S20 2002 HURRICANE HUGO 20 The devastation of Hurricane Hugo, which took place in 1992, is shown in this video. People were without sewage, water and electricity. Power lines that took 50 years to build were wiped out in just a few hours. Workers who were on site to begin the difficult job of rebuilding the 3,000 plus power poles were without food and shelter at times. Volunteers pitched in to help prepare food for the crews. Some of the 50,000 customers were without power for up to three weeks.

NATURAL GAS SAFETY

S21 1309 THE SMELL OF DANGER 15 Events preceding a gas explosion which resulted in death, injury and destruction of a home; an incident where the gas company responded not once but twice to odor complaints only hours before the explosion. Lessons learned from the video include: recognizing that multiple hazards can exits; following established procedures and emergency response training.

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NATURAL GAS SAFETY

S21 2100 CARBON MONOXIDE: AN OLD PROBLEM WITH NEW HAZARDS

13 Describes characteristics of carbon monoxide and the danger of it. Symptoms of poisoning sometimes resemble flu or food poisoning. The video also illustrates how poisoning can be avoided.

S21 2101 DIG OUR MESSAGE, NOT OUR PIPELINE

20 This video, for workers and the general public, is designed to educate excavators as well as industrial, construction, utility and public employees, contractors and home mechanics about the basics of gas and gas facilities, ways to recognize and report gas emergencies, and precautions to take to avoid gas accidents.

S21 2103 FIRST ALERT: CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING

13 A carbon monoxide poisoning opens the video and several poisonings and stories of accidents and responses are told. This well-done video reminds responders of the dangers and symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning and helping potential rescuers to properly diagnose such poisoning.

S21 2105 GAS SAFETY ON THE LINE 10 This video is intended for the general public, but especially for persons living and/or working near gas transmission lines. It informs about gas and transmission facilities.

S21 2108 MAKE EVERY DIG A SAFE DIG 10 This video, intended for excavators and other workers, provides information about gas, gas facilities and gas emergencies relative to excavation, construction and industrial activities. It covers recognition of and appropriate action for gas hazard situations.

S21 2109 CARBON MONOXIDE 12 This video describes the characteristics of carbon monoxide, what causes carbon monoxide to form, and what levels are harmful or fatal.

S21 2110 NATURAL GAS DELIVERY SYSTEM SAFETY

10 This short video discusses the importance of the call before you dig system that must be utilized before any excavation. The gas industry spends nearly four billion dollars per year to be assured safe delivery of gas. This video briefly covers: call before you dig requirements, permanent line markers, frequent visual inspections, high material standards, x-ray, ultrasound, and corrosion control. This video is for general information purposes.

S21 2115 A TOXIC TALE 15 This portrays the events, which resulted in the death of a house sitter caused by carbon monoxide poisoning. A residential furnace previously serviced by the gas company was identified as the source of the toxic gas. The lessons learned from the video emphasize the importance of recognizing potential hazards, understanding "make-safe" actions, and providing adequate warnings.

S21 2116 UNDERSTANDING CARBON MONOXIDE (CO) POISONING

18 Dr. Steven Pliska talks about the common symptoms of CO poisoning. CO is a non-irritating colorless, odorless gas and therefore, very dangerous because people do not know they are being poisoned. Symptoms of exposure resemble the flu. This video explains how CO kills and what treatment is followed when someone has had an exposure to CO.

S21 2118 YOUR ROLE IN NATURAL GAS SAFETY

20 This video provides safety information about natural gas, gas facilities, gas emergencies, and how to avoid gas accidents.

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NATURAL GAS SAFETY

S21 2119 NO SHORTCUT TO SAFETY 15 This training video, in news broadcast format, illustrates the National Transportation Safety Board report of the Hudson, Iowa pipeline break caused by a contractor excavation. It shows the importance of initial notification of intent to dig and the importance of following through notification if there are changes in excavation plans.

OFFICE SAFETY (see also Ergonomics, Falls, Electrical Safety - General

S22 1103 CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME 14 This video helps employees avoid pain and lost work time due to preventable nerve conditions. Symptoms include pain, tingling, and poor gripping. Hand anatomy and protection of median nerve is covered. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is caused by dislocation, fracture, and edema aging or repetitive motion. Gripping exercises, awareness, early diagnosis, treatment and surgery can reduce risks.

S22 2200 SAFETY IN THE OFFICE 16 This video points out the types of dangers that often exist in an office environment as well as how one's attitude can very well determine whether or not someone will receive an injury. It covers slips, trips, falls, back injuries, cuts, abrasions, puncture wounds, shock and fire, and what to do in case of an emergency.

S22 2201 OFFICE SAFETY: "IT'S A JUNGLE IN THERE"

20 This humorous video is designed to inform office supervisors and office employees about the potential dangers in their work environment. In addition to identifying the principal hazards in an office, the program provides guidelines for correcting conditions, which frequently lead to accidents and injuries.

S22 2202 OFFICE SAFETY - PERSONAL WORKSPACE

5 Clutter in the workplace can often get in the way of safety. This Safety Shorts video stresses the importance of an orderly work area for keeping hazards at a minimum.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

S23 2302 EYE SAFETY 5 This video explains different types of eye protection and how each should be used. It stresses how regular eyeglasses do not protect the eyes as well as specially designed equipment. This is a brief, to-the-point video good for a quick overview at a safety meeting.

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PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

S23 2304 THE JERRY DENNIS STORY 12 This convincing promotional video shows scientific tests and personal stories to emphasize that flame retardant products can and have saved lives.

RESPIRATORY PROTECTION

S24 2404 A BREATH OF FRESH AIR 18 It's in the air. You may not be able to see it, but every so often people who work in it are killed or get sick. It's hazardous atmosphere and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulates how you work in it. This video covers OSHA's Respiratory Protection Rule, including: your employer's written Respiratory Protection Program and program administrator, respirator selection, medical evaluation and fit-testing, proper use and limitations, emergency use, inspection, user seal check, disinfecting and storage.

TREES

S25 1004 CHAINSAW SAFETY 20 This video depicts the "how to" and "how not to" of using a chainsaw. It compares the work habits of two men and shows in graphic detail the consequences of bad work habits.

S25 1021 SAFE OPERATION OF CHAINSAWS

14 The chainsaw can be an extremely dangerous tool if not operated correctly. This video program looks at a range of operational and cutting procedures that are crucial for the safe and successful operation of a chainsaw in any situation. It illustrates preparing a chainsaw for use, starting procedures, holding and operating the chainsaw, general lumbering techniques, and felling a tree.

S25 2501 SAFE LOGGING NEAR OVERHEAD POWER LINES

7 Respect and stay clear of all power lines that are in contact with a tree. Notify the power company if you will be working near lines, and have pre-work instruction. The ten-foot rule applies up to 50,000 volts and more if higher voltage. If a piece of equipment comes in contact with a vehicle, stay in the vehicle unless there is a fire. If you have to jump from the vehicle put both feet together and jump as far away as possible, making sure not to touch the ground and the vehicle at the same time, then shuffle with your feet together for up to 30 feet.

TRENCHING AND SHORING

S26 0307 WHAT'S IT GOING TO COST? 9 This short, explicit video begins with a contractor in a phone booth lamenting all the calls he must make to utilities before digging. A variety of catastrophic accidents are then portrayed, and some of the costs that the contractor will be held responsible for are touched on.

S26 2101 DIG OUR MESSAGE, NOT OUR PIPELINE

20 This video, for workers and the general public, is designed to educate excavators as well as industrial, construction, utility and public employees, contractors and home mechanics about the basics of gas and gas facilities, ways to recognize and report gas emergencies, and precautions to take to avoid gas accidents.

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S26 2108 MAKE EVERY DIG A SAFE DIG 10 This video, intended for excavators and other workers, provides information about gas, gas facilities and gas emergencies relative to excavation, construction and industrial activities. It covers recognition of and appropriate action for gas hazard situations.

S26 2600 UTILITIES UNDERGROUND

CALL BEFORE YOU DIG 10 This video discusses the International Color Code for use with locating utilities: Blue

= Water, Red = Electricity, Yellow = Natural gas, and/or oil or steam, Green= Sewer, Orange= Communication, Telephone and Cable TV, White= proposed work area and pink= temporary survey markings. The 1-800-424-5555 is free to customers and is paid for by utilities, prevents damage, injury, and loss of service. It's the law that you must call Montana "Call Before You Dig" 800-424-5555 and Flathead County 755-8344

S26 2601 DIGGING DANGERS (ANATOMY OF AN ACCIDENT)

20 This video shows an accident where three people are killed, even though the excavator used the one-call system. The contractor was not found negligent by an OSHA investigation, but now has a safety meeting daily in hopes of avoiding another catastrophe.

S26 2602 DIGGING DANGERS I 15 Many states have laws that require you to give notice about when and where you intend to dig. There are now one-call systems, which alert all companies who may have underground facilities in the area. Those who do not join one-call cannot collect for damages in the case of an accident. The video also describes new technology for dirt removal around pipes and discusses who is liable for damages in different cases.

S26 2603 DIGGING DANGERS II 20 A cable TV company hit an underground gas line causing death, injuries and damage to property. People who excavate for a living know that the underground is becoming more and more crowded. Several states have laws requiring excavators to belong to a one-call system, which will alert all companies that have underground cables and pipelines. New technology is being developed to assure safe digging procedures. The video emphasizes not to rely solely on markers for accuracy when digging around lines. One-call systems can save time, money and lives and will be of value in case of litigation.

S26 2604 DIGGING DANGERS IV (ACCIDENT AVALANCHE)

10 A newsperson describes several actual digging accidents that caused catastrophic results including deaths, injuries and loss of property and equipment. These accidents are increasing at an incredible rate. The video stresses the importance of using a one-call system.

S26 2605 CAVE-IN! TRENCHING & SHORING SAFETY

18 Every year about 400 U.S. workers die in trenches and 6,400 workers are seriously injured in trench cave-ins. That’s why your people need to understand trench hazards – and how to prevent cave-ins. This video complies with OSHA 1926.650-652.

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S26 2606 LOCATING BURIED UTILITIES 20 Covering special techniques needed to locate buried utility lines, why it's necessary to do so, and the required equipment is emphasized in this video.

S26 2607 NO-DIG INS 10 This video stresses the importance of making certain that there aren't power lines or gas lines before digging. It also discusses the requirement to call before you dig, (usually a lead-time of 3-5 days before digging). Do not assume that an area is safe to dig in if you have worked there before. Some areas that are not marked are not necessarily safe to dig. The video also warns that it is the responsibility of the contractor to pay for damage done to lines in the event of contact.

S26 2608 ON SOLID GROUND 20 This program on excavating and trenching safety is designed to help contractors and their employees reduce the chance of accidents and comply with OSHA standards. Cave-in accidents are 15 times more likely to result in death than common work accidents.

S26 2610 TRENCHING AND EXCAVATION SAFETY

18 This straight forward and easy-to-understand video shows proper excavating techniques with many different scenarios. It explains the hazards that may arise from these situations.

WEATHER

S28 1601 HEAT STRESS 14 This program explains what heat stress is, its symptoms, and how it can occur if the body is not properly taken care of when working in a hot environment. It emphasizes the importance of replenishing fluids and minerals that the body loses through sweat.

S28 1603 SURVIVAL (HYPOTHERMIA) 28 This realistic video gives good introductory information about outdoor survival techniques. It addresses equipment, clothing and the mental process of how to survive when lost.

S28 2800 COLD WEATHER SAFETY 12 This video presents an overview of the hazards associated with cold weather work. The program explains the causes and symptoms of common cold weather problems and presents common sense precautions for avoiding them.

S28 2801 WINTER SAFETY 10 This video discusses how to enter and exit vehicles safely. It explains how to walk correctly in different weather conditions by keeping feet slightly apart. Before climbing steps, clean your shoes and use hand railings. NorthWestern Energy also has a short segment in the video discussing the use of Get-a- Grip footwear.

S28 2802 WINTER WALKING 10 This video discusses entering and exiting vehicles safely during the winter months. Explanations of how to walk in different weather conditions by keeping your legs slightly apart, and the importance of climbing steps with the use of hand railing and clean dry shoes is also stressed.

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WEATHER S28 2803 WINTER DRIVING 19 With all its challenges, winter driving can be frustrating at best, and dangerous at its

worst. In difficult weather, it can take all your driving ability just to keep your vehicle on the road. In order to safely handle your vehicle in winter weather, you must be able to access road conditions, predict how your vehicle will react in different situations and conditions, and know what actions to take to keep it under control.

S28 2804 HYPOTHERMIA AND FROSTBITE 13 If you or your employees work outside in cold weather, this training program is for you! Split into two parts, this informative video thoroughly covers everything employees need to know about the dangers of hypothermia and frostbite and how to avoid them. After viewing this program, employees will be able to plan, prepare and protect themselves against whatever weather comes their way.

WELLNESS AND FITNESS

S29 2901 LIFESTYLES FOR WELLNESS: FITNESS FOR WELLNESS

12 Viewers will understand that they are fit when they can meet the ordinary as well as the unusual, demands of daily living and still have energy left for leisure and recreational activities. A nationally renowned swim team coach, a health consultant to business and industry, an associate professor of health education, and the director of the health enhancement program at Southern Oregon State College give specific recommendations for getting fit.

S29 2902 BREAST CANCER: REDUCING THE RISKS

7 Breast cancer strikes one in eight American women. Learn the risk factors associated with the disease and the importance of early detection.

S29 2907 PROSTATE CANCER 7 Prostate cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer in men, yet with early detection it can be effectively treated. Symptoms and early detection methods are described in this video.

S29 2909 THE BIG STRETCH 5 Stretching is not just for sports. You should stretch before engaging in heavy work. And you should stretch afterwards to keep your muscles limber.

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