Top 7 Safety Memo Videos: Communicate and Protect
Who would have thought that the story of a bucket could be so dramatic, or that shoelaces could make you cry? These 7 safety memo videos will have you thinking about workplace safety in new ways. Workplace safety awareness and training are important no matter where you work. ACUTE provides effective and engaging training delivered by professionals who have done field work themselves. Click here to see our upcoming training courses.
Great Safety Memo Videos To Help Protect You
The following lists our top 7 safety memo videos. These videos made the list because they are entertaining, interesting, and provide great information about workplace health and safety. Some videos are funny, some are serious, and some are sad – some are all three and more! There are so many ways to talk about workplace safety, and these awesome videos are the best of the best.
1. The Story of a Bucket
Why it made the list: This 30-second video skillfully combines humour with a serious message. The narration may make you laugh, but the final line at the end of the video will hopefully help viewers realize the importance of ensuring everything is in its proper place at work.
Length: About 30 seconds
Source: nailbucketladder on YouTube
2. Ladders & Falls – Safety Training Video by Safety Memos
Why it made the list: Falls from heights are among the most common workplace accidents in Ontario, and this short but helpful video does a great job covering the basics of ladder safety. It’s serious, concise, and to the point, while still being entertaining and including some humorous animation.
Length: About 2 minutes
Source: Safety Memos on YouTube
3. The Dangers of Sleep Loss
Why it made the list: Overworking and sleeping less is a problem many workers face – but you may not realize just how dangerous it is! Lack of sleep is not just dangerous on the road – it can be dangerous in any workplace. This video does a great job outlining the importance of being alert and well rested at work and includes interesting information about the big problems that can result when workers are too tired.
Length: About 3 minutes
Source: Safety Memos on YouTube
4. Workplace Ergonomics
Why it made the list: Workplace ergonomics doesn’t sound like the most interesting topic. However, this video made our list because it makes learning about ergonomics fun! With its high quality, cute animation and upbeat background music, you’ll actually enjoy learning about proper sitting and lifting techniques! Unlike many workplace ergonomics articles or videos, this basic guide is useful for any workplace – from offices to retail stores to construction zones!
Length: About 3 minutes
Source: Montana State Fund
5. Shoelaces
Why it made the list: If you aren’t in the mood to cry, you might want to skip this one. This workplace safety memo plays out more like a short film than an instructional video, but the message at the end is powerful. This high-quality video released by the Workplace Safety and Health Council reminds workers that accidents at work affect more than just yourself.
Length: 1 and a half minutes.
Source: Workplace Safety and Health Council on YouTube
6. Nothing is Routine
Why it made the list: It’s easy to settle into patterns and routine at work, whether it’s in the office or anywhere else. This video shows the importance of knowing that even when it feels like it, nothing is routine. Complacency at work is a real danger, one that is more often than not overlooked. This workplace memo brings light to a rarely discussed workplace danger.
Length: 2 and a half minutes
Source: BentPixelStudios on YouTube
7. Workplace Safety Comparison
Why it made the list: This funny video is sure to get a chuckle or a smile out of you, but it has an important message: great workplace safety culture and workers who speak up when something is wrong make all the difference. Proper training and following standards are important, but so is an environment where workers and employers alike take safety seriously.
Length: About 2 minutes
Source: VitalSmarts Video on YouTube
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