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When it comes to fire safety in the workplace, we might be tempted to think that it's not our concern, or that there's plenty of other things to worry about—until it's too late. However, it's everyone's responsibility to prevent fires. That means we all have an important part to play in identifying and minimising the risks. Show Less

Safety is more than warning signs and handrails - it is an attitude of the mind. There are many traps for those whose attitude is amiss. Whether you're surviving the zombie apocalypse or just surviving daily grind of the office, the consequences of having the wrong attitude to safety can be deadly! In this video, you'll meet the Zombusters team and see how complacency, rushing, distractions, and unfamiliarity can get the better of us, and how to avoid these mind-traps. Show Less

Converting units and working out ratios is an integral skill for working in construction. This video explains the mathematical reasoning behind converting units of volume and scaling ratios and how it can be applied to calculate the correct amount of wet and dry materials in a render mixture. Clean, clear graphics show multiple methods and working out to assist learners at every step. A valuable resource for vocational learners interested in joining the construction industry but needing to practise their numeracy skills. Show Less

An understanding of the volume of spaces is an essential skill for working in construction. This video explains the basic formula for volume and how it can be applied to easily calculate the amount of concrete needed for a house foundation by breaking down an irregular shape into smaller regular shapes. Clean, clear graphics show multiple methods and working out to assist learners at every step. A valuable resource for vocational learners interested in joining the construction industry but needing to practise their numeracy skills. Show Less

There are many applications for multiplication when working in construction. This video explains how multiplication skills can be used to calculate wall areas and the size of covering panels to work out how much material needs to be ordered for the job, including an allowance for wastage. Clean, clear graphics show multiple methods and working out to assist learners at every step. A valuable resource for vocational learners interested in joining the construction industry but needing to practise their numeracy skills. Show Less

Calculating the perimeter of a block of land is a crucial skill for working in construction. This video explains the basic formula for perimeter and how it can be applied to calculate the length of fencing required for a construction site, as well as calculating the amount of materials to purchase for the job. Clean, clear graphics show multiple methods and working out to assist learners at every step. A valuable resource for vocational learners interested in joining the construction industry but needing to practise their numeracy skills. Show Less

The ability to estimate material quantities and provide quotes is a helpful skill for working in construction. This video explains how to estimate the area and materials needed for a tiling job, incorporating unit conversions, and how to allow for potential wastage of materials to work out costs Clean, clear graphics show multiple methods and working out to assist learners at every step. A valuable resource for vocational learners interested in joining the construction industry but needing to practise their numeracy skills. Show Less

Calculating the area of a construction space is an important skill for working on a building site. This video explains the basic formula for area and how it can be applied to easily calculate wall area, incorporating length conversions, and calculating the amount of paint needed for the job. Clean, clear graphics show multiple methods and working out to assist learners at every step. A valuable resource for vocational learners interested in joining the construction industry but needing to practise their numeracy skills. Show Less

This video will help you avoid a potentially life-changing back injury, unless you ignore everything we tell you. You'll learn why proper posture is such a big deal (hint: it's not just because it looks good), and you'll also see a bunch of stupid ways to lift things that you've probably done yourself. Hilarity awaits! Show Less

Working in a confined space presents some unique safety issues, and this video will help make sure your experience is a safe and ordinary one. This video also revives an epic sports rivalry, and you'll learn about one of the most popular activities sweeping the planet these days. We've got it all, people! Show Less

Except for motor vehicle accidents, falls at work are the most common form of workplace injury. This video will help you recognize various falling hazards and take some simple steps to prevent injury. We'll also cover some very ineffective ways to prevent slips, trips & falls, and there might be several people going up and down stairs with varying degrees of success. Did we film some realistic falling sequences to scare you into obedience? You'll have to watch to find out! Show Less

Fire is awesome. But it also sometimes burns things we don't want it to, like buildings or ourselves. That's why this video will help make sure you stay as safe as possible when working with fire or near heat sources. You'll also learn a terrible way to roast marshmallows. Stay safe! Show Less

They say it's not the fall that kills you, it's the sudden stop. Well, we don't want anything to kill you, which is why this video will teach you essential safety practices when working off the ground. You'll also see what happens when you push your workers too far. And there might be some wild screaming in this one too. Show Less

Electricity is an amazing thing, but it doesn't feel good when it's racing through you. That's why we made this video, to help ensure that you know how to stay safe around electricity. From frayed cords to overhead power lines to the dangers of taking baths with electrical appliances, this video has it all! Except for squirrels. We couldn't find any while we were filming. Show Less

Cars are fantastic. They get us places way faster than walking. They also sometimes crash into walls and trees and other cars. So this video will help make sure you use your vehicle for the first reason, and not for the second one. You'll also see the sweetest ride you can possible imagine. A McLaren? A Ferrari? Even better, people. Even better. Show Less

You've probably seen plenty of videos of people falling off of ladders, and a few photos of people putting ladders on top of other ladders. And we'll admit, watching dumb people do dumb things is hilarious. But we'd rather you not do it yourself. This video will teach you the basics of ladder safety, and you'll also learn the 5 worst ways to spend your day. Hint: one of them involves the Backstreet Boys. What exactly do the Backstreet Boys have to do with ladder safety? You'll going to have to watch the video to find out! Show Less

Power tools are awesome, which is why we decided to invent them. They're also pretty useful, as anyone who's tried to chop a tree down will happily tell you. And they can also be very dangerous. This video is designed to make sure you use your power tools as safely as possible. This video also has some killer dance moves. Trust us - you'll know what we're talking about when you see it. Show Less

This video will make sure you know how to use a handcart without injuring yourself, others, or the thing that you're carrying. It also features ice cream and a famous wizard. How can such a short safety video have so many cool things? Because we're great at what we do. Now watch this already! Show Less

We hope you'll never be in a position to need a fire extinguisher. But if you are, you should probably know how to use one, since throwing it at a fire won't really do the trick. You'll see a few wrong ways to do this, along with the right one. And there might be some s'mores in here, you never know. Enjoy! Show Less

Engineering, construction and structural design have come a long way since humans first got here. This clip looks at modern design and construction materials, and provides glimpses of the future, as technology and our understanding of environmental impact and sustainability shapes our approach. It examines preferred futures, modern techniques and materials, and provides an insight to the design and construction of Dubai’s towering Burj Khalifa. Show Less

Human structures must be designed to withstand a range of forces. Here, three types of forces causing stress on structures are highlighted – bending, torsion and shear. Each one is defined, and different construction techniques are examined, with a particular focus on bridge-building. This clip provides secondary and vocational design and technology students with an insight to how structural design and construction techniques overcome massive stress forces. Show Less

A number of different design and structural elements are used in constructions – from the most simple to highly complex. This clip explores three common construction elements – columns, beams and cantilevers – defining each and providing different examples of where they are used in a range of different structures. Secondary and vocational students of design and technology will find this a useful and engaging learning resource. Show Less

Over millennia, human-built structures have become bigger, more complex and quicker to build. A key to this has been understanding how forces behave. This clip looks at two types of opposing forces – tension and compression – defining them and presenting a range of real-world examples and how those forces impact on structural design. It is an ideal resource for secondary and vocational students of design and technology. Show Less