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Audio Slide Shows

Playing audio slide shows on-line requires the Macromedia Flash plug-in. A high-speed connection is recommended.

A downloadable version is provided for users with dial-up or those who wish to burn to a CD-ROM. Please view the downloading and playing instructions: click here. (PDF 54 KB). Note: the download is optimized for Windows XP.

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	Grapple Yarder Accident Investigation
	Grapple kills spotter A spotter working in blind conditions was struck by a grapple. Confirm spotters are in the clear before throwing a grapple. (2 min 16 s) play send download (18 mb zip) feedback
	Concrete Pumper Accident Investigation
	Concrete pump hose whips, throwing worker Trapped air pressurized to hundreds of pounds per square inch inside a pumper hose. Its sudden release caused a hose to whip violently, throwing a worker. (2 min 41 s) play send download (14 mb zip) feedback   read the full report (214 kb)
	Skidder Accident Investigation
	Operator dies in skidder rollover Skidder rolls 400 feet down slope. Damaged seat belt couldn't protect the operator. (2 min 45 s) play send download (47 mb zip) feedback   read the full report (644 kb)
	Forklift Accident Investigation
	Forklift crushes worker Don't rely on just the parking brake. Lower the forks before exiting the cab. (2 min 59 s) play send download (14.2 mb zip) feedback   read the full report (421 kb)
	Sawmill Accident Investigation
	Lock out. It takes just seconds to lose a limb. This slide show describes two accidents, each where a worker lost a limb following improper lockout. (2 min 58 s) play send download (7.2 mb zip) feedback
	Construction Accident Investigation
	Worker falls after gutter hits power line Ever worked around a power line and not recognized the hazard? This slide show illustrates how dangerous working around power lines can be. (1 min 57 s) play send download (2.9 mb zip) feedback   read the full report (211 kb)
	Housekeeping in Woodworking
	Housekeeping in woodworking Prevent slips, trips, falls, and injuries in your woodworking shop through simple housekeeping techniques. (1 min 46 s) play send download (2.5 mb zip) feedback
	Accident Snapshot - Fly Rock from Blasting
	"It was raining rocks!" A quick look at what happened when things went wrong during a blasting operation. It literally "rained rocks." (1 min 27 s) play send download (2.2 mb zip) feedback
	Oil and Gas Investigation
	Worker killed while venting tanker An accident investigation where a worker was struck by a pipe while venting a tanker. Includes an animation showing how the pipe blew off. (4 min 8 s) play send download (6.0 mb zip) feedback   read the full report (676 kb)
	Guarding for Woodworking
	Guarding for woodworking Effective point-of-operation safeguarding and safe work practices can help to prevent serious injuries when using table and panel saws. (4 min 40 s) play send download (6.1 mb zip) feedback
	Asbestos in Demolition and Renovation
	Does the house you're working on contain asbestos? See some of the common places where asbestos can be found in a home. (5 min 10 s) play send download (7.7 mb zip) feedback
	Garbage Truck Accident Investigation
	Garbage truck strikes overpass, driver crushed In this slide show, the accident investigation found that human factors played an important role. (5 min 6 s) play send download (5.6 mb zip) feedback   read the full report (564 kb)
	Building for 2010
	Safety programs help keep workers safe Innovative construction safety programs at the Vancouver Convention Centre expansion project. (2 min 7 s) play send download (3.2 mb zip) feedback
	Construction Accident Investigation
	Young construction worker dies from fall Falls are a leading cause of fatalities in construction. In this slide show, a young worker died when he fell from a balcony. (3 min 1 s) play send download (3.4 mb zip) feedback   read the full report (205 kb)
	WorkSafeBC Lift/Lower Calculator
	Learn about our new lifting calculator Ever wondered whether a weight was safe to lift? Our new lifting calculator helps estimate whether a lift has a low, moderate, or high risk of injury. (1 min 13 s) play send download (1.9 mb zip) feedback  lift/lower calculator
	Lockout for Woodworking
	Lockout for woodworking De-energizing woodworking machinery when doing maintenance prevents injury. See the basic steps for locking out. (2 min 42 s) play send download (2.6 mb zip) feedback
	Woodchipper Accident Investigation
	Worker pulled through woodchipper An accident investigation where a worker died after being pulled into a woodchipper. The accident is described using the actual photos from the scene. (2 min 43 s) play send download (4.0 mb zip) feedback   read the full report (476 kb)
	Excavator Accident Investigation
	Worker survives excavator rollover A rollover crushed and deformed the cab of this excavator. Miraculously, the worker survived. (2 min 16 s) play send download (4.4 mb zip) feedback   read the full report (461 kb)
	Safety for Retailers
	How to prevent violence Every year, there are many violent incidents in retail. However, there are things you can do to prevent violence. (2 min 14 s) play send download (3.2 mb zip) feedback
	Tire Accident Investigation
	Workers killed while servicing tires Tires can explode with devastating force. This slide show profiles three serious tire accidents. (2 min 47 s) play send download (4.1 mb zip) feedback   read the full report (403 kb)
	Washing Hands Saves Lives
	Disease prevention: It's in your hands Corrina Hellens, Occupational Health Nurse, demonstrates how to wash your hands properly to prevent the spread of infection. (2 min 29 s) play send download (10.1 mb zip) feedback
	Tractor Accident Investigation
	Farmer crushed under tractor's tires Slide show of an accident investigation of a tragic accident where a farm worker was killed. (1 min 37 s) play send download (2.8 mb zip) feedback
	Waterjet Accident Investigation
	Worker dies while using industrial pressure washer Slide show of an accident investigation where a worker died while operating a high-powered pressure washer. (2 min 51 s) play send download (3.7 mb zip) feedback
	Forklift Accident Investigation
	Forklift tips over, crushing operator Slide show of an accident investigation where a forklift operator died when his forklift tipped over. (1 min 52 s) play send download (2.5 mb zip) feedback
	H2S Accident Investigation
	Truck driver almost killed by H2S Slide show of an accident investigation where the driver of the tanker truck was almost killed by deadly H2S gases in the atmosphere while filling his tank. (2 min 28 s) play send download (3.6 mb zip) feedback
	Forestry Accident Investigation
	Broken chain link almost kills worker Slide show of an accident investigation where a worker was almost killed when the link from a broken harvester chain shot through the window of the harvester. (2 min 7 s) play send download (2.9 mb zip) feedback
	Personal Optional Protection - David Fushtey
	Protect yourself with workplace insurance David Fushtey is a self-employed sculptor. He recognizes the benefits of working safely and of Personal Optional Protection (POP). POP is insurance that can protect you against wage loss if you are injured or contract a disease as a result of your work. (2 min 16 s) play send download (2.9 mb zip) feedback
	Personal Optional Protection - Leigh Kitsch
	Protect yourself with workplace insurance Leigh Kitsch, owner of a laser hair removal salon talks about why she chose to sign up for Personal Optional Protection. (1 min 57 s) play send download (1.7 mb zip) feedback
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