In an effort to aid in the improvement of transportation safety, a workshop involving the efforts of transportation officials, operators, government officials, and educators was instituted to formulate policies for education and manpower training in the area. The proceedings, findings, and recommendations of the workshop team are presented in this…

This booklet presents articles completed in 1970 by the Division of Safety Education of the American Association for Health, Physical Education, and Recreation. The 11 articles deal with the following topics: a) the problem of apathy in safety education, b) the safety aspects of archery and riflery, c) weight training for high school girls, d)…

School bus safety includes the development of safe drivers as well as student awareness. Outlines the McDowell County schools' (North Carolina) bus safety program. Includes discussion of whether high school students should drive school buses. (MD)

Saunas, steam baths, and whirlpools--popular fixtures at health clubs--are safe means of relaxation if used properly. Ignoring the recommendations for moderate, commonsense enjoyment of these baths may expose users to health risks, including sudden death, arrhythmias, and skin infections. A guide to safe use of such baths is presented. (Author/CB)

Almost a quarter of disabling work injuries among school employees are caused by slips and falls. Outlines prevention steps and safety programs that can help lower the possibilities of accidents from falls in schools. (MD)

Describes a lesson on safety rules and dogs for primary age children. Provides a script of the presentation and explains how the puppet, "Rags," can be used in the activity. (ML)

Disabled secondary students (N=62) who participated in the Self Protection for the Handicapped curriculum demonstrated significant growth in "safe" responses to role play simulations involving harassment and exploitation. (CL)

A three-point program to forestall eye injury at certain auto shop machines. (Editor)

Drowning has three major causes: (1) inability to swim and/or lack of a personal flotation device; (2) hypothermia; and (3) abuse of alcohol or drugs. Defenses against drowning include: (1) proper use of personal flotation devices; (2) learning swimming and flotation techniques; (3) understanding reduction of heat loss in cold water; and (4)…

Computer analysis of over 9,000 records of drownings and near-drownings revealed trends in water accidents. Information derived from this on-going Texas study is used as a predictive tool to help prevent drownings. For example, records of blood tests performed on water-related accident victims revealed that alcohol is a frequent culprit.…

Because drowning rates are highest among school-aged children, a drownproofing program was implemented in Hawaiian public schools. The state-supported program, carried out by Sea Trek Hawaii, is conducted at local swimming pools. Content of the 10-hour course focuses on building basic water safety concepts/knowledge and teaching fundamental water…

The authors urge that the entire mining workforce should receive appropriate safety training. They present several possible methods, describe programs intended for different occupational categories and conclude with some examples from national practice. (Author/CT)