Cutting Edge II, The

Synopsis: This series of three videos was revised in December 1998 to take account of the legal changes when the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER) and the Woodworking Approved Code of Practice came into effect. They promote the management of health and safety in the woodworking industry, in which there are nearly twice as many machinery accidents as in any other hazardous industry. The series was filmed in a number of locations and shows the diversity of the industry.
Language: English
Country: Great Britain
Year of release: 1998
Year of production: 1998
Subjects: Engineering; Health & safety; FE
Keywords: construction industry; occupational health; safety training; timber industries; woodworking

Title: Managing for safety
Synopsis: Highlights the need to introduce, develop and maintain an effective health and safety strategy. It follows the progress of a management meeting devising a strategy and implementing it. The video confirms that a businesslike approach to health and safety is an essential ingredient to the success of any company.
Duration: 15 mins
Distributors ref: UK 4411
Title: Safe Machine, A
Synopsis: This video encourages good standards of machinery safety through well managed training and supervision. It emphasises that the majority of woodworking machinery accidents are preventable if staff receive the necessary training and supervision. Training is vital for everyone in the management chain to ensure that each person knows their responsibilities and capabilities. Safe working practices, properly guarded machines and the use of safety devices are also shown.
Duration: 11 mins
Distributors ref: UK 4412
Title: Healthy Business, A
Synopsis: Of the many health hazards faced by workers in the woodworking industry, noise and dust are the most obvious.
Noise from machinery can lead to noise-induced hearing loss. Wood dust can cause respiratory illness and in some cases a rare form of nasal cancer. The health of the work force can be managed and controlled as are other aspects of their business.
Duration: 12 mins
Distributors ref: UK 4413

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