Field 6: Operation & Maintenance of Equipment/Safety
#36 Equipment Maintenance - Programming and Scheduling G 46
min
Producer: Montana State University
This video stresses the importance of good maintenance programs
and schedules. It provides a system for maintaining a parts inventory.
Emphasis is on good bookkeeping and proper paperwork.
#41 Shake Hands With Danger G 23 min
Producer: Caterpillar Company
This film is aimed at those who work with heavy machinery and
common shop tools; mechanics, helpers, lube and fuel personnel.
Realistic portrayals of accidents make the film's warning loud
and clear.
#42 Motor Grader Operation (Part 1) G 17 min
Producer: WSDOT
This is one of a series of three videos that give new operators
a start in learning to operate any type of motor grader.
#43 Motor Grader Operation (Part 2) G 16 min
Producer: WSDOT
Part two includes procedures for maneuvering, operating and shutting-down
motor graders.
#44 Motor Grader Operation (Part 3) G 21 min
Producer: WSDOT
This video illustrates on-site grader operating techniques and
emphasizes six important steps for proper grader operation. Some
of the on-site grading includes grading unpaved roads, spreading
material and laying asphalt.
#45 Loader Operation (Part 1) G 21 min
Producer: WSDOT
This is the first of two tapes used to train loader operators.
It features pretrip inspections, start-up procedures, loader
controls and shutdown procedures, and illustrates important features
of an equipment management preventative maintenance program.
#46 Loader Operation (Part 2) G 15 min
Producer: WSDOT
This tape features suggestions on maneuvering and operating loaders.
It show operators working in a stockpile site and loading trucks.
Loader operation gives new operators information on machine capabilities
and teaches them daily machine maintenance.
#47 Pneumatic Tire Roller Operation G 18 min
Producer: UDOT
The five segments of this tape include: (1) daily checks, (2)
start-up and warm-up, (3) basic operation, (4) rolling techniques,
and (5) shut-down. Emphasis is also on safety, doing a good job
and preventing breakdowns.
#48 Distributor: Preventative Maintenance and Operation G
36 min
Producer: New Mexico State Highway Department Training Academy
This entertaining and informative tape covers basic preventive
maintenance and operation of a 600 gallon asphalt spreader. Specific
steps of preventive maintenance and various checks before and
during operation are defined.
#61 Caterpillar Safety, Multiple Choice G 25 min
Producer: FHWA
The tape covers six types of heavy equipment accidents that commonly
occur through negligence. Each accident is portrayed realistically,
and safety guidelines for preventing accidents are given.
#62 5/8 Yard Tractor Loader Operation Maintenance G/F 8 min
Producer: Minnesota DOT
This tape shows the step-by-step procedures for daily operation
and maintenance of equipment.
#68 Your Responsibilities as a Dump Truck Driver F 23 min
Producer: Arlington County Dept. of Public Works
This video illustrates basic operation and maintenance procedures
for the diesel-powered, single-axle dump truck with automatic
transmission and air brakes.
#80 Roller PM-A G 12 min
Producer: Utah DOT
This video explains the periodic servicing and preventive maintenance
required for both pneumatic and steel wheel rollers. Some topics
covered are: oil change, fuel filters, lubrication, and belts.
#81 Steel Wheel Roller Operation G/F 22 min
Producer: Utah DOT
This video covers the daily maintenance required by steel wheel
rollers. Detailed coverage of daily equipment checks is given
for pre-start-up; hook-up and towing; basic operation; rolling
techniques, and shutdown.
#96 Operator Daily Maintenance of Motorgraders G 21 min
Producer: FHWA
Everyday maintenance on motorgraders is very important, especially
since many motorgraders are used by a number of different operators.
For safety reasons, it is important that each operator check
the motorgrader before using it. This video uses a checklist to
help show the proper way to inspect the motorgrader.
#97 Operator Daily Maintenance of Front End Loaders G 18 min
48 sec
Producer: FHWA
Following a program of daily maintenance helps you make sure
that your front end loader will be in good working order for
a long period of time. Problems are much easier to fix when they
are found at an early stage, but can be very difficult to overcome
if they are allowed to get out of hand. This video shows you
what to look for when inspecting your front end loader.
#98 Operator Daily Maintenance of Crawler Tractors G 20 min
35 sec
Producer: FHWA
The crawler tractor is an important piece of equipment in heavy
construction and road maintenance activities. The crawler tractor
operator can minimize down-time and repairs by taking a few minutes
each day to ensure tha the machine is operating properly. This
video shows the operator how to look for common problems and
make sure none are overlooked.
#99 Operator Daily Maintenance of Rollers G 16 min
Producer: FHWA
Rollers are an integral part of a road maintenance or construction
project. Without a roller in good working condition, many road
maintenance activities would be seriously delayed, or might even
come to a complete halt. This video shows the general maintenance
procedures for operator daily maintenance of rollers and tells
you why these procedures are necessary.
#100 Operator Daily Maintenance of Asphalt Distributors G
16 min
Producer: FHWA
This video applies specifically to the asphalt distribution system.
By following some simple daily routines, the operator can check
and make sure the distributor is correctly operating.
#101 Operator Daily Maintenance of Dump Trucks G 19 min
Producer: FHWA
Transporting road maintenance and construction materials to the
work site requires a dependable dump truck in almost continuous
operation. No matter what the make or age of your dump truck,
you can help prolong its life by performing the daily maintenance
steps shown in this video.
#102 Driver Daily Maintenance of Light Vehicles G 17 min
Producer: FHWA
Light maintenance vehicles play an important role in any maintenance
activity; they provide an important link between the office and
the work site. They transport engineers, supervisors, tools and
other important items which are crucial to any maintenance activity.
The drivers of these vehicles can improve the reliability of
these vehicles by performing some simple daily checks. This video
shows drivers how to do preventive maintenance checks on their
vehicles.
#110 Equipment Management System G 40 min
Producer: FHWA
Learn how to design and implement an equipment management system
for your agency. The five categories covered are: 1) equipment
planning and inventory control 2) informational equipment management
3) equipment management and 5) financial management.
#118 Sharing the Road: A Federal & State Partnership in Commercial Vehicle Safety F
14 min
Producer: Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance
In discussing the commercial vehicle safety program, this video
places emphasis on the need for a uniform and stringent motor
carrier inspection system. This video covers criteria, standards,
and procedures used by inspectors under this program.
#142 Dumping with Dump Trucks G 12 min
Producer: New Mexico State Highway and Transportation Dept.
This video includes descriptions of three dump box operations:
1) single pile dumping, 2) spot dumping and 3) spreading thin
lifts.
#150 On The Grow G 5 min
Producer: Equipment Management Council
This tape explains and promotes the functions of the Equipment
Maintenance Council.
#155 Commercial Drivers License Video Series; Part 1, 2A, 2B G 1 hr 21
min
•Part 1 explains the Commercial Motor Safety Act. These
videos give instruction on operating commercial vehicles along
with explanations for the different parts of this series.
•Part 2A contains general information and safe driving practices
which all commercial drivers should know.
•Part 2B explains basic control of the vehicle such as accelerating,
steering, shifting gears, braking and other operating techniques.
#156 Commercial Drivers License Video Series; Part 2C, 2D, 3, 4 G 1 hr 20
min
•Part 2C continues operating techniques.
•Part 2D explains vehicle safety, including the dangers
of using drugs while driving.
•Part 3 covers transporting cargo.
•Part 4 covers transporting passengers.
#157 Commercial Drivers License Video Series; Part 5, 6, 7 G 1 hr 46
min
•Part 5 covers air brakes.
•Part 6 discusses combination vehicles.
•Part 7 covers transporting hazardous materials.
#164 Fit For The Road G 20 min
Producer: Idaho Dept. of Law Enforcement
The program attempts to evaluate the health of commercial truck
drivers.
#186 CDL Teleconference (Part 1) G 65 min
Producer: Pennsylvania DOT
Parts 1 and 2 of the Commercial Drivers License Teleconference
discuss what a commercial motor vehicle is, how both the driver
and employee are affected, testing procedures, and driver classifications
& responsibilities.
#187 CDL Teleconference (Part 2) G 78 min
Producer: Pennsylvania DOT
Parts 1 and 2 of the Commercial Drivers License Teleconference
discuss what a commercial motor vehicle is, how both the driver
and employee are affected, testing procedures, and driver classifications
& responsibilities.
#191 Technical Advancements for Maintenance Workers: For Chief Administrative Officers G 12
min
Producer: Strategic Highway Research Program
This program describes the development of new materials, equipment,
and procedures to help maintenance workers operate more efficiently
and safely. It also describes a number of technical advancements
for maintenance workers forthcoming from SHRP Highway Operations
studies.
#192 Technical Advancements for Maintenance Workers: For Maintenance Managers & Work Crews G 15
min
Producer: Strategic Highway Research Program
This program describes the development of new materials, equipment,
and procedures to help maintenance workers operate more efficiently
and safely. It also describes a number of technical advancements
for maintenance workers forthcoming from SHRP Highway Operations
studies.
#193 Can a PC Help You? G 30 min
Producer: University of Kansas Transportation Center
This program reports how to select a personal computer system
for use in transportation.
It examines: 1) identifying your needs, 2) selecting the right
hardware and software and 3) planning for ongoing costs.
#217 Pavement Structure Repair Techniques: Ditch Maintenance G 17 min
Producer: NCITRE
This program explains where and how to use a motor grader or
hydraulic excavator.
#228 Everything to Lose G 21 min
Producer: Caterpillar Tractor Company
This video deals with safety in the plant, illustrates safety
procedures for working with equipment and gives tips for staying
alert to avoid accidents.
#247 Caterpillar Safety, Multiple Choice (Spanish) G 24 min
Producer: Caterpillar Company
The Spanish version of this tape covers six types of equipment
accidents which commonly occur through negligence. Each accident
is portrayed realistically. Safety guidelines for preventing
accidents are given.
#248 Shake Hands with Danger (Spanish) G 23 min
Producer: Caterpillar Company
This Spanish film is aimed at those who work with heavy machinery
and common shop tools; mechanics, helpers, lube and fuel personnel.
Realistic portrayals of accidents make the film's message loud
and clear.
#262 Pavement Maintenance and Worker Safety G 16 min 7 sec
Producer: SHRP
This video summary covers products made to improve efficiency
of pavement maintenance operations and work zone safety.
#273 Response to Winter G 20 min 40 sec
Producer: PA Dept. of Transportation
This video deals with providing a response to winter through
preparations for winter and other winter operations. The primary
focus is on keeping all state roads passable during the winter
months.
#278 Looking Back G 20 min
Producer: John Deere
This video helps to dispel the myth that accidents are bound
to happen. It focuses on the role of people in accident prevention
by taking a look into the lives of people who have been the victims
of on-site work accidents.
#284 Safely Controlling the Power of the Backhoe/Loader G
33 min
Producer: Start Smart
This is a three-part training video, which emphasizes backhoe/loader
safety. Included are the facilitator's manual, the post-viewing
test, and the participant's manual.
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