Metalworking is a broad field of study that encompasses several large industries. This informative video demonstrates the kind of precautions that should be taken when working with metals. Sheet metal work, soldering, foundry work, and forging are covered, along with handling steel beams at a construction site (the Shedd Aquarium in Chicago). Footage of fatal accidents reinforces the importance of safety. This video should be viewed by anyone studying technology or any metalworking trade. Correlates to all National CTE Organizational Standards (including the provisions of the Perkins Act).

Encoded with permission for digital streaming by Infobase on April 03, 2011. Learn360 is distributed by Infobase for Films for the Humanities & Sciences, Cambridge Educational, Meridian Education, and Shopware.

Metalworking: Introduction (2:01) -- Material Safety (2:36) -- Machining Safety (4:09) -- Sheet Metal Safety (1:55) -- Foundry Safety (2:26) -- Metalworking Tool Safety (1:54) -- Steelworking Safety (2:50) -- General Safety Guidelines for Steelworkers (0:28) -- Credits and Corporate Sponsors: Metalworking Safety (1:44).