This self-instructional module provides information and reinforcement exercises on the construction and evaluation of behavioral objectives. An introductory section offers a rationale for the specification of behavioral objectives as a means of improving communication between the parties involved in the educational process. The module then…

This student module on materials handling is one of 50 modules concerned with job safety and health. It presents the procedures for safe materials handling. Discussed are manual handling methods (lifting and carrying by hand) and mechanical lifting (lifting by powered trucks, cranes or conveyors). Following the introduction, 15 objectives (each…

This student module on fundamentals of electrical safety is one of 50 modules concerned with job safety and health. This module describes electricity and how it can affect the human body. Following the introduction, nine objectives (each keyed to a page in the text) the student is expected to accomplish are listed (e.g., Name five common…

This learning module, which is intended for use in in-service training for vocational rehabilitation counselors, outlines strategies for maintaining appropriate client behaviors and facilitating their generalization to other environments. The information presented is relevant for existing behaviors as well as for behavior to be taught, increased,…

A project's main objective was to work actively with nine female law enforcement recruits to improve their overall performance in the firearms course and enable them to pass their Florida firearms qualifying exam. To achieve this objective, the Fire Arms Training System (FATS) was developed, including the use of the buddy system, the development…

This student module on marine and longshoring safety is one of 50 modules concerned with job safety and health. This module outlines the requirements for safe operations in the longshoring industry, including procedures for handling cargo. Following the introduction, eight objectives (each keyed to a page in the text) the student is expected to…

This student module on safety features of material and personnel movement devices is one of 50 modules concerned with job safety and health. This module covers safe conditions and operating practices for conveyors, elevators, escalators, moving walks, manlifts, forklifts, and motorized hand trucks. Following the introduction, 10 objectives (each…

This student module on safety for compressed gas and air equipment is one of 50 modules concerned with job safety and health. This module presents technical data about commonly used gases and stresses the procedures necessary for safe handling of compressed gases. Following the introduction, 14 objectives (each keyed to a page in the text) the…

This student module on safety in elevators and grain handling facilities is one of 50 modules concerned with job safety and health. Following the introduction, 15 objectives (each keyed to a page in the text) the student is expected to accomplish are listed (e.g., Explain how explosion suppression works). Then each objective is taught in detail,…

This student module on vibration and noise control is one of 50 modules concerned with job safety and health. Following the introduction, nine objectives (each keyed to a page in the text) the student is expected to accomplish are listed (e.g., Compare four strategies for vibration control). Then each objective is taught in detail, sometimes…

This packet of five learning modules on tools is one of 20 such packets developed for apprenticeship training for stationary engineers. Introductory materials are a complete listing of all available modules and a supplementary reference list. Each module contains some or all of these components: a lesson goal, performance indicators, study guide…

This packet of 13 learning modules on hydraulics is one of 20 such packets developed for apprenticeship training for stationary engineers. Introductory materials are a complete listing of all available modules and a supplementary reference list. Each module contains some or all of these components: goal, performance indicators, study guide (a…

This student module on safety signs, tags, and color codes is one of 50 modules concerned with job safety and health. This module discusses the design and use of safety signs, labels, and tags, and the standards that exist to ensure their uniform appearance. Following the introduction, six objectives (each keyed to a page in the text) the student…

This student module on warehousing storage and retrieval safety is one of 50 modules concerned with job safety and health. This module discusses methods of storage and retrieval that minimize lifting and twisting that can lead to employee injuries. Following the introduction, 13 objectives (each keyed to a page in the text) the student is expected…

This student module on welding, cutting and brazing safety is one of 50 modules concerned with job safety and health. This module addresses safety precautions for oxyacetylene welding and gives information about handling compressed gases. Following the introduction, 17 objectives (each keyed to a page in the text) the student is expected to…