In the past safe manual handling training was all about how to lift things correctly. However current practice is to minimize the risk of manual handling injury through a three step process: 1. Identify hazardous manual handling tasks; 2. Assess risks involved in hazardous tasks; 3. Risk control – measures to reduce or eliminate risks. With the aid of an ergonomist and a physiotherapist, this program demonstrates how to make a workplace safer using some basic principles and procedures.
Grade levels: Senior High (10-12)
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Personal Identity: Tattoos, Body Piercing, Art, Culture and Self Expression
Body art and adornment have been used by people and cultures to express themselves as individuals and as a function of social bonding for tens of thousands of years. This program looks at the growing popularity and acceptance of tattoos and body piercing and how it is frequently used as an expression of personal identity. The program provides an overview of the history of body decoration and speaks to a range of people who talk about what it means to them personally. The program also looks at the intersections between graphic design, graffiti, tattooing, technology and the design of needles and jewellery. The program considers the similarities in body beautification and modification which can be seen in fashion, fitness regimes and body building, cosmetic surgery, dieting and liposuction.
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Safety in Technology Workshops: Working with Wood, Metal and Plastic
Because technology workshops can be very dangerous places, students need to be comprehensively educated about safety. Based on extensive research with teachers and DOE advisors, this program concentrates on those areas in which students can make a significant contribution to their own safety, such as the use of personal protective equipment. Many potential hazards are discussed, from keeping the floor free of obstacles to the dangers of excessive noise, electrical tools and airborne dust.
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Plagiarism: What Do You Value?
Why do we go to school? For most of us the reason is to learn, however when we fall into the plagiarism trap there is little in the way of positive learning achieved. This program defines plagiarism in all its modern and common forms. Students and teachers talk frankly about their experiences and the reasons why some people copy. It teaches the relevant research, quoting and referencing skills that will enable a student to steer clear of plagiarism, whether intentional or unintentional.
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Securing the Web
Securing the Web takes a dramatic, yet humorous look at current internet security issues. We explore the issues from the perspective of the end-user, focusing on both technological and behavioral solutions to the problems. This program is particularly useful in raising awareness amongst students as to the importance of maintaining computer security and for them taking responsibility for their own equipment and online behavior. This is a must-see program for all students who use the web.
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Plant Adaptations
Investigates the basic characteristics of aquatic and terrestrial environments and the adaptations of the plants that live in those environments.
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Sexuality
This program focuses on issues related to sexuality, identity and discrimination. Acknowledging and accepting the broad range of differences amongst students is vital in the recognition that young people are not a homogenous group. Effective sexuality education and sexual health education acknowledges the critical role of peoples values, moral beliefs, cultural and religious background, sexuality and gende.
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Powerful Resumes
It’s impossible to underestimate the value of a good resume. In this program we explore ways to develop a powerful resume when applying for jobs. We also consider strategies to enhance existing resumes. Practical advice is provided on job research, writing resumes, cover letters and how to address selection criteria. Careers advisors, union representatives and academics feature in this program – all offering expert advice on how to best construct this important ‘door-opening’ document.
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Health, Protection and Informed Decision Making
This program is all about knowing more about sexual activity to help us make better informed decisions. It explores the emotional issues involved in commencing a sexual relationship, at ways sexual attraction is expressed, at preventing Sexually Transmitted Infections, at various forms of contraception and also at some of the myths about sex that can confuse us. The program also discusses the fact that there are many alternatives to sexual intercourse that can enhance and develop a relationship.
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Chemical Analysis One
Chemical Analysis One uses sophisticated computer animation to give senior chemistry students a unique insight into the theory and operation of the three most commonly used tools in analytical chemistry: Atomic Absorption Spectrometry; Gas Chromatography; High Pressure Liquid Chromatography. The program outlines the need for quick, efficient, cost-effective and reliable techniques for testing a variety of chemical samples.