How to Drive on Snow and Ice (1957)

The Grain That Built a Hemisphere

This animated documentary outlines the history and importance of corn in North America.

The Winged Scourge

The Seven Dwarfs fight malaria.

The Story of Menstruation

A basic explanation of the purpose and process of menstruation, told largely with diagrams.

Searching

A haunting fire prevention film about keeping matches out of the hands of children.

PSA: FBLA

Two young lads finely dressed, are promoting Future Business Leaders of America. Giggles, tears, and enjoyment awaits.

Gangs: Turning the Corner

This 60 minute video captures in a dynamic format the people and programs that are successfully turning the corner on gangs. Stories and examples from across the United States will highlight winning approaches to confronting the gang problem.

Never Be A Victim

POLICE OFFICER JIM BYRNE, Canada's most honoured Safety Education Specialist brings you his famous TEN RULES, with which he has personally tested more than 25,000 students. Learn key strategies now taught in many schools and used by police working with the full NEVER BE A VICTIM Institutional Study Program. Develop your own personal streetproofing skills so you can train and test your family. Robert Gordon, who created this remarkable program in partnership with Metropolitan Police introduces this family video library against a backdrop of today's troubled society. TEACHING LIFE SKILLS FOR A SAFER COMMUNITY OFFICER JIM'S TEN RULES FOR STREETPROOFING • STRANGER MYTHS • ABDUCTION • BEING FOLLOWED • DANGEROUS PLACES • AVOIDING CARS AND VANS • GOOD TOUCHING-BAD TOUCHING

Safety Facts About Crossing Tracks

This 1970s PSA-style short film titled ”Safety Facts About Crossing Tracks” combines b-roll footage and stop-motion photography to display the most common types of accidents and driving errors at rail crossings and how to avoid these errors

David And Jennifer Learn Their Kerb Drill

A road safety lesson using puppets and animation kindergarten age children.

Dead Serious

Based on the book by Jane Mersky Leder, Dead Serious is an educational documentary that tackles the serious issue of teen suicide.

Hassles and Hangups

Emphasizes positive attitudes and constructive solutions to help individuals deal with problems related to sex, drugs, self-image and interpersonal relationships.

Suicide Trail

Shot with a big cowboy nod to the Western genre, this road safety film shows the danger of speeding on an unknown country road at night.

Emergency First Aid Series: Accidental Poisoning

Discusses the dangers of accidental poisoning, particularly in children, due to household substances like cleaners and medications. It emphasizes the importance of identifying the product involved in the poisoning, recognizing symptoms, and taking immediate action. Key steps include diluting the poison with milk or water, calling for medical assistance, and bringing the poison container to the hospital. The document also highlights the risks of drug misuse and inhalation of toxic fumes, urging quick responses to emergencies.

Dr. Wise on Influenza

A hard-hitting public information film made at the height of the Great Influenza 1918-18.

Dead on Their Feet

A road safety film for pedestrians in city traffic. Demonstrates typical unsafe practices.

The Un-Calculated Risk

Produced by the American Red Cross Shows the things that can go wrong when people with little experience or training set off in canoes, rafts, and kayaks. Shows the dangers of underwater obstacles, treacherous currents, icy water, flow-through hazards, and unpleasant surprises around the bend. Stresses the need for pre-experience instruction as the best means for preventing accidents. Blue Ribbon winner, American Film Festival.

Simply Metric

A guide to going metric from the Central Office of Information on behalf of the Metrication Board.

Seeing Through Commercials

Is it the outrageous claims? Or just the bad acting? This early media literacy film helps kids understand that that ads are trying to, well, sell them something. Kitschy good and super tasty, it's lipsmackin' fun!

Safety In Offices

The U.S. Navy teaches workers how to safely work in offices.

Check Fraud: Paper and Persuasion

Presents a check-passer describing the tricks of his trade. Explains how a conscientious check-out clerk can easily trip him up.

Let George Do It

The film conversation centers around workplace safety and the concept of personal responsibility. Ron and Mary discuss Ron's recent vacation and then transition to a review of recent workplace accidents. These incidents include an electrician falling due to a missing safety cone, a worker getting a shock from faulty equipment, and a drill press operator injuring his finger due to an improperly secured backup bar. They identify a common issue: the "let George do it" syndrome, where employees assume someone else will handle safety checks. They emphasize the importance of personal responsibility in safety practices and propose using these cases in training programs to illustrate the need for vigilance and proactive safety measures. The conversation ends with a story from Ron about a past mistake, highlighting the critical lesson of not taking safety for granted and ensuring one's own and others' safety by not relying on others to always handle safety checks.

Emergency First Aid Series: Burns

Discusses the seriousness of burns, categorizing them into three degrees based on depth and severity. First-degree burns affect only the surface layer of skin, while second-degree burns penetrate deeper and are more painful. Third-degree burns are the most severe, damaging skin, muscles, and nerves. First aid varies by burn severity, emphasizing the importance of cooling the burn, avoiding ointments, and seeking medical help for serious cases. Chemical burns require immediate washing with water, and specific procedures for eye exposure are outlined. Quick medical attention is crucial to prevent complications such as infection and shock.

Alcohol, the Brain and Behavior

Discusses the effects of alcohol on the brain and behavior, particularly in relation to driving. It explains how alcohol impairs judgment, perception, coordination, and vital functions by affecting different brain regions. Factors influencing blood alcohol concentration (BAC) include the amount consumed, body size, sex, and the rate of consumption. The video also debunks myths about sobering up and emphasizes the importance of allowing time for alcohol to metabolize before driving. Even at BAC levels considered legally impaired, individuals may not recognize their diminished capabilities.

Where Does It Get You?

The content emphasizes the importance of agility, stamina, and judgment in various aspects of life, including sports, academics, and everyday decision-making. It highlights the physiological effects of alcohol on the body and mind, explaining how it impairs judgment and coordination, which can lead to dangerous situations, especially when driving. The message advocates for self-discipline and moderation, urging individuals to make wise choices regarding alcohol consumption to maintain their physical and mental capabilities.

The Curious Habits of Man

A 1972 educational film by Dan Gibson Productions, aims to guide young viewers in recognizing the temptations and risks associated with alcohol and excessive drinking through the lens of a nature documentary. Through a series of cautionary scenarios and reflections, it sheds light on the societal lure of alcohol and its potential consequences. This film serves as both a warning and a primer on self-awareness around drinking habits, connecting with an era increasingly concerned with youth education on substance use.

...And Then It Happened

The film "And Then It Happened" follows two school bus drivers known for their safety records. During routine rides, a series of distractions and misbehaviors from the students lead to a disastrous accident, injuring several classmates. The narrative explores the challenges of managing rowdy children on a bus and the consequences of their actions, highlighting the importance of safety and the hidden struggles of the students.

Fry It Safe

This vintage film discusses the importance of paying full attention when cooking with vegetable oils and shortening to prevent kitchen fires. It demonstrates through controlled experiments that oil and shortening can smoke and catch fire if left unattended over high heat, and emphasizes the need to reduce heat immediately if smoke is detected. The film highlights the basic safety guidelines for safe home frying, such as using a medium heat source and never leaving heating oil or shortening unattended.

Safe In Recreation

The film emphasizes the importance of safety during recreational activities, both at home and in nature. It shares various scenarios involving children using power tools, chemicals, and playground equipment, highlighting risks such as improper use of electric cords, unsafe play habits, and the dangers of firearms. The film also provides safety tips for outdoor activities like hiking and camping, stressing the need for caution around potentially hazardous elements like poisonous plants and proper gun handling. The overarching message is to always prioritize safety to prevent accidents while enjoying recreation.

Safety After School

Shows the safety hazards three boys encounter when they leave school. Pictures how they learn proper safety procedures to cope with several situations.

Odyssey of a Dropout

Scott, a high school dropout, has no diploma, no job, no future and finally no girl. He is faced with the decision of continuing his education or continuing a life without hope or meaning.

Your Friend, the Doctor

Explains the functions of the doctor and tells why it is important to co-operate with him.

The New Spirit

Animated documentary promoting timely filing and payment of Federal income taxes, demonstrated by Donald Duck's difficulties with his tax return.

Green Cross Code: Splink Launch

A former Doctor Who returns to Earth to deliver a road safety message.

PSA FROM THE VOID

PSA FROM THE VOID was created for a BGSU 48-Hour Film Festival.

A Feather in His Collar

Made for the Community Chests of America, Pluto demonstrates his community spirit by donating his collection of bones.

Hidden Wounds

The impact of lingering trauma on an ex-serviceman, triggered by sounds of everyday life.

Fair Rent

Power cuts, housing shortages and exorbitant rents – Aberdeen man goes head to head with his greedy landlady.

Robinson Charley

No man is an island, but Charley represents his nation in this economical cartoon tale of Britain’s economics.

After Dark

Colin Welland presents this public information film about the hazards of nighttime driving.

It’s a Heart!

The Tin Woodman tells the circulatory story.

The Heart That Changed Color

A short animated PSA, starring the Tin Woodman and Scarecrow from the land of Oz. They stop woodland animals from smoking a cigarette.

Thud and Blunder in "Knock-Off Time"

Thud and Blunder learn what not to do while in a coal mine.

Granny Gets the Point

A short information film produced to get Britain ready for decimalisation.

Rate Rebates

Zippy public information animation on how to keep up with the Joneses - by getting a rebate on rates.

Firework: Eyes

Stark 70s firework safety film which mixes the everyday and the uncanny.