public safety
49 movies and shows
Manufacturing Ignorance
Mon, 23 Nov 2020
Tobacco, climate change, pesticides,... Never has scientific knowledge seemed so vast, detailed and shared. And yet it appears to be increasingly challenged. It is no longer surprising to see private corporations put strategies in place to confuse the public debate and paralyze political decision-making. Overwhelmed by excess of information, how can we, as citizens, sort out fact from fiction? One by one, this film dismantles the workings of this clever manoeuvre that aims to turn science against itself. Thanks to declassified archives, graphic animations and testimonies from experts, lobbyists and politicians, this investigation plunges us into the science of doubt. Along with a team of experts (philosophers, economists, cognitive scientists, political men, or even agnotologists), we explore concrete examples of doubt making and try to understand the whole process and the issues behind it.
Lifesaving and Water Safety: Defenses, Releases, and Escapes
Tue, 01 Jan 1974
The film focuses on the essential techniques for lifesavers to safely rescue individuals in distress without endangering themselves. It highlights various scenarios where rescuers must handle panicky victims, employing strategies like blocking, turning, and escaping from holds. The film emphasizes the importance of training and preparedness, demonstrating effective techniques for releases and escapes to ensure the safety of both the rescuer and the victim.
Dad... Can I Borrow the Car?
Wed, 30 Sep 1970
A live-action short, using many avant-garde film techniques, that looks at American car culture in the late 1960s. The main section deals with the many trials and obstacles a teenager must face on the path to being able to drive. Surviving the driver's education class is only the first step, as the teenager must then pass his driving test, and then finally get permission to borrow the family car.
Collision Rescue
Tue, 01 Jan 1974
When two parties get in a head-on collision, it's up to emergency services to free them from the wreckage. What follows is a demonstration of what their job and duties entail.
It Can Happen to You!
Mon, 01 Jan 1973
Scenes illustrating assaults or assault attempts are shown, and advice on preventing or escaping from such incidents is given by Jeanne Bray, a policewoman and expert on marksmanship and personal safety.
Walk Safe! Young America
Tue, 09 Sep 1975
The film "Walk Safe Young America" is an educational short aimed at teaching children how to walk safely in urban environments. It emphasizes the importance of being aware of traffic, following safety signals, and using crosswalks. The narrative follows a character named Tommy, who learns about pedestrian safety after his pet, Sandy, is injured. The film covers various scenarios, including crossing streets, walking at night, and the proper way to exit vehicles. It stresses the need for vigilance and caution to prevent accidents.
About Fallout
Tue, 01 Jan 1963
Discusses the physics, effects and defense against nuclear fallout. Describes the phenomena of natural radiation and the dangers of fallout. Explains the value of time, distance and mass in weakening the effect of residual radiation. Examines the effects of radiation on the body, food and water. Underscores adequate shelter and prescribed decontamination measures.
Fallout Shelter: What Is It?
Tue, 01 Jan 1963
Educational film for civil defense personnel on requirements for a fallout shelter. Explains types of shelters and degrees of protection.
Chlorine and the Firefighter
Wed, 15 May 1974
This 1974 film is dedicated by the Chlorine Institute to the public interest. It is specifically intended to assist firefighters and other emergency services. The techniques demonstrated are appropriate for emergency use; different circumstances might require modified or additional procedure. The information is drawn from sources believed to be reliable. The Institute, its members any organizations cooperating in the development of this film, jointly or severally, cannot be responsible for how the information is used and must make this legal disclaimer. This is a 1960s era, color movie about Chlorine and emergency workers… specifically, firefighters. The film is intended to show firefighters what chlorine is, what a chlorine emergency might involve, how a company can plan ahead and how an emergency can be handled safely.
Nobody's Victim
Sat, 01 Jan 1972
Shows women how to cope with physical assault. Warns against dangerous situations, such as walking alone at night and driving alone, and prescribes several methods of self defense, such as kicks, the heel grind, and the knee lift.
Lifesaving and Water Safety: Preventative Lifeguarding
Tue, 01 Jan 1974
The film emphasizes the critical role of lifeguards in preventing accidents and ensuring safety at swimming facilities. It outlines essential lifeguarding practices, including constant vigilance, effective communication, and the importance of preventive measures. Lifeguards must enforce rules, monitor hazards, and maintain proper equipment to handle emergencies. The film also highlights the need for a buddy system among swimmers, proper training, and regular breaks for lifeguards to maintain alertness.
Suddenly...And Without Warning
Fri, 30 Apr 1971
Coast Guard film about the importance of life jackets. Stresses safety in boating and shows how boating accidents can happen.
Your Chance to Live: Flood
Fri, 01 Jun 1973
Dramatizes the plight of a young adventure seeker whose canoe is capsized by a wall of water during a flood. Shows community flood preparations, pointing out that a flood's predictability usually allows ample warning time to save lives. Designed to stimulate discussion on civil preparedness for floods
The Mystery Crash
Fri, 31 May 1974
“The Mystery Crash” discusses the dangers of drinking and driving especially as it pertains to the seemingly harmless “social drinker.” This film was produced by Jack Lieb Productions Inc, Chicago and sponsored by the National Safety Council. It is part of a series of films, with each episode describing a different element of driving and road safety.
Your Chance to Live: Pollution
Mon, 30 Apr 1973
A surrealistic look at the future if man does not learn to control pollution.
Don't Be a Victim: Be Alert!
Tue, 01 Feb 1994
A safety guidance film that offers you tips and advice on things you can do to prevent or reduce your chances of becoming a victim of crime.
Your Chance to Live: Winter Storm
Fri, 01 Sep 1972
Intercuts scenes from Jack London's To build a fire with modern urban and rural winter scenes to point out the dangers of winter storms and low temperatures. Designed to stimulate discussion on civil preparedness for winter storms.
High Rise Building Problems
Mon, 01 Jan 1973
This is a 1970’s era, color movie discussing problems fire departments have with high rise buildings. It opens with a massive high-rise tower with a ladder next to it and was produced with the assistance of the National Fire Protection Association and Fire Prevention through Films. Producer is Julian Olansky and the New Haven Fire Department in New Haven, Connecticut.
Public Shelter Organization and Staff
Fri, 01 Feb 1963
Created in 1963 at the height of the Cold War, this Civil Defense training film uses a dramatic premise to show how emergency staff should manage and organize a large public fallout shelter during a crisis. A Shelter Manager is shown immediately taking control of the situation in the shelter, speaking calmly to those who have made it into the facility, closing the door promptly once the shelter is full, and sticking to the "shelter plan" as the situation unfolds. Some of the areas discussed in this nuclear war drama are the safety plan, regular inspections, supervised public entry into shelters, ventilation, first aid, sanitation, fire prevention, decontamination of personnel, and more. "Shelter living is different," the Manager states, "But we have a trained staff that will make your stay in this shelter livable for us all."
Sanitation: Why All The Fuss?
Wed, 01 Jan 1969
The film "Sanitation: Why All The Fuss?" emphasizes the critical importance of sanitation in food handling for public health. It explains how bacteria, which can multiply rapidly and cause illness, are often transferred by people, pests, and contaminated tools. To prevent foodborne illnesses, food handlers must adhere to strict hygiene practices, including frequent handwashing, maintaining proper food temperatures, and ensuring cleanliness in food preparation areas. The film highlights that while heating food kills bacteria, it does not eliminate toxins that may have already formed, making prompt refrigeration essential.