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This 1980 Construction Safety Video is Throwback, But Contains Powerful Lessons

July 14, 2016 Shane Hedmond
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“Shake Hands With Danger,” as the below safety video from 1980 is called, will ignite your nostalgia for the decade and maybe even give you a few laughs.  No matter how cheesy it can get at points, It will also remind you how important it is to conduct your business safely.

We all know how to be safe on a job site, but many times it’s not quick or convenient, which leads to some poor decisions being made.  Sure, 9 times out of 10 you won’t get injured, but it only takes 1 time for your life to change.  The video below, which was produced by Caterpillar, in conjunction with the National Safety Council, is still being used as an educational tool today.  For whatever reason, it seems like zero workplace videos have been made after 1992, but hey, if the information is still pertinent, then carry on.  You can watch the 23 minute video below or just check out the shorter version which edits the video down to just the catchy song.  The song features the trials and tribulations of ole “Three Finger Joe,” who shook hands with danger himself and earned himself the unwanted nickname.  It’s a catchy tune and, if you haven’t heard it yet, prepare for it to be stuck in your head for the end of eternity.

Stay safe out there.

Full 23 minute version uploaded to Youtube by A/V Geeks

Music Only Version, uploaded by Steve Spezzano

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